Black Kitchen Islands

Make a statement in the kitchen with a sleek and silky black kitchen island.
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Transitional Black and White Kitchen

This classic kitchen color combination, including traditional white cabinets is combined with a sleek island, contemporary barstools and a stainless steel hood to create a transitional-style look.

There's almost no better way to create a sense drama in the kitchen than by installing a black kitchen island.

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While a black kitchen island placed in an otherwise all-white kitchen is one contemporary kitchen design that's currently trending, the color also works surprisingly well as a complement to kitchens with warm wood cabinetry.

Similarly, a silky black stone (or stone-look) countertop is a nice foil to a light wood-colored island, just as a crisp, stark-white countertop would add a fabulous color pop above an all-black island base. Perhaps its most redeeming quality: black kitchen island countertops are great for hiding small flaws like fingerprints, stains, scratches and spills.

As with any interior design project, you'll want to keep the color palette of other kitchen surfaces in in mind—backsplashes, flooring, cabinetry and more—to determine the overall look and feel.

Whether you opt for an all-black kitchen island, a white-on-black kitchen island or a black-on-white island, black is a versatile color that suits a variety of color combinations.


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How to Build a DIY Kitchen Island on Wheels

Need some extra workspace in your kitchen? Build a rolling island for added functionality and style. One side stores a stand mixer, sheet pans, cutting boards and more, while the other side allows for extra seating. Perfect for small spaces, this portable kitchen island easily rolls out when you need it and neatly tucks away when you don’t.

Dark Granite Countertops

Cool, sleek and completely modern, dark granite countertops can add a touch of sophistication to any kitchen area.

Black Kitchen Islands

Adding a dark, elegant look to any room, the black kitchen island is a simple but classic choice.

White Kitchen Islands

For a simple kitchen design, the white kitchen island is ideal for completing the look of a room.

Vintage Kitchen Islands

Vintage kitchen islands come in a range of decorative options, including inventive do-it-yourself designs.

Stationary Kitchen Islands

If you are running out of room for storage or food preparation, then a stationary kitchen island might be the ideal solution for you.

Large Kitchen Islands

When space is not an issue, then a large kitchen island might be ideal for additional storage and food preparation space.

Modern Kitchen Islands

The contemporary kitchen requires a kitchen island that will best suit its modern flair.

Kitchen Islands With Breakfast Bars

Add a space for informal dining with this guide for designing a kitchen island with a breakfast bar.

White Kitchen Island

White kitchen islands offer a crisp, clean surface—and with show-stopping effect.

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