How much space do you need around a kitchen island

Q: How much space do you need around a kitchen island?

Around a kitchen island, plan on at least 36 inches of clear floor, the minimum passageway Mountain View's kitchen requirements set between counter fronts and appliances or walls. Most designers suggest more on the sides where people cook. Guidelines from the National Kitchen & Bath Association recommend work aisles of about 42 inches for one cook and 48 inches for two. Dishwasher and oven doors, the refrigerator's swing and stools pushed back from a seating overhang all eat into the aisle, so measure with the doors open. An island also brings electrical rules: in Mountain View, an island counter at least 24 inches long and 12 inches deep needs at least one outlet, and a sink or cooktop on the island may require a second.

Guidelines from the National Kitchen & Bath Association recommend work aisles of about 42 inches for one cook and 48 inches for two. Dishwasher and oven doors, the refrigerator's swing and stools pushed back from a seating overhang all eat into the aisle, so measure with the doors open.

An island also brings electrical rules: in Mountain View, an island counter at least 24 inches long and 12 inches deep needs at least one outlet, and a sink or cooktop on the island may require a second.

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