The island has shelves for cookbooks and is useful for food prep. Plus, this DIY kitchen island can double as a place to do homework. This DIY kitchen island cost just $30 and is made with 2x4s. It ...

Home cooks unite! If you have more cookbooks than you know what to do with, a kitchen center island with integrated bookshelves is an excellent way to display your collection. If you’re DIYing this ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It's easy to dismiss the idea of adding an island to your already compact kitchen if it's lacking in ...

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No dining room, no problem. The best kitchen islands are savvy stand-ins for small spaces, kitchens lacking prep space or drawers, and a workspace for everything from mirepoix to math homework. Our ...