It’s easy for a small kitchen space to feel crowded—even more so if you add a kitchen island without considering the material and how it interacts with the rest of your kitchen design choices ...

2. Add a Simple Bar Forget a bulky island, in this narrow galley kitchen by Roundhouse, an off-set breakfast bar delivers style and function without hogging floor space.

The kitchen island vs breakfast bar debate is a tough call. "Ultimately, it comes down to how you use your kitchen; if you need a high-functioning prep zone with lots of versatility, go for the ...