Kitchen Island With Sink Decorating Ideas – I’ve been putting off organizing the area around the kitchen sink for years, but it was a mistake! Now this important part of our kitchen is organized and it only took a few minutes.
The condition of our kitchen island is the most important indicator of how well we will organize our home on any given day.
Kitchen Island With Sink Decorating Ideas
When the dishes and mail pile up, it creates a crazy chain reaction of clutter. But the reverse is also true. As we keep the island and get down clean, my instinct suddenly flips and I find myself stopping to fix the rest of the stairs before bed or between work tasks.
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Even though it’s been years since I noticed this relationship between the island and the rest of the house, I haven’t spent enough time implementing products and processes to facilitate it. Until now!!!
On any given day, the sink looked like this. A few items collect in the sink, and a knife for washing hands and a meat thermometer are almost constantly on the counter. Obviously we care about keeping them out of the water, but not so much that we always wash them and put them away right after dinner. #adultfailure
The mess with the soap dispensers and sponges didn’t do anything for our decor either. Then there was the issue of drainage. They used to be oil-rubbed bronze, but most of the finish has worn off. No matter how much I clean them, they always look dirty. There’s not much incentive to clean the sink if you’re not happy with the way the drain looks.
I am honored to be a part of InterDesign’s new affiliate program for bloggers. You’ve seen me use their products over the years, especially the tiered organizer I use under my bathroom sink. I’m excited about the new collaboration and knew it was the perfect brand to rule my sink.
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I used InterDesign Axis bronze sink strainers to hide most of the discoloration. It’s the perfect disguise until we’re ready to replace the sink and drain.
The strainers are functional, they help the sink look better. The strainer part is flexible and makes it very easy to discard stuck-on food directly into the container.
Next, I was ready for an alternative to knives on the counter and stemless glasses that keep falling into the sink.
The InterDesign Metro Dish Dryer might just be my new best friend. I can go to the sink to safely collect the dirty dishes out of sight….
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I started with the Formbu dressing table. Don’t be afraid to think outside the box to find the perfect organization solution! I added the Clarity Scrub Hub which has room for 2 sponges and drainage holes at the bottom.
For the soap, I chose the gorgeous InterDesign Casilla soap dispensers in blue. I couldn’t resist marking them with my vinyl cutter. Aren’t they cute?
Foamers are also a great way to stretch your soaps – fill them with 1 part soap to 5 parts water!
Everything is neatly collected in a tray, and the cleaning water flows from the work surface. Beauty + function for the win!
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The last change I made to the sink area is a silicone drying mat that doubles as a paddle (up to 570°F). It is ideal for hand-washable pans.
I had purchased a clothes drying mat in the past, but I wasn’t excited about having another item of laundry. Being able to quickly sanitize this one in the sink works so much better!
As another option, I can use the dryer directly on the rug instead of over the sink.
To keep the work surface free when we’re not washing dishes, I put the dryer on the handle of the dishwasher. But it is completely flexible and can be folded up for storage anywhere.
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I am in awe of how neat the kitchen looks now from all sides! So far we’ve done a great job keeping the island clean, which means nothing else has gone bad. Hooray!
I am so grateful to all the InterDesign products that made this little update possible! They make great organizing products, so the next time you have an organizing project, look them up on Amazon by name or check out their website for retail partners!
Here is a list of all the sources used. Simply click on an InterDesign product to view it on Amazon.
I have a new system for mail clutter than before to affect the island as well. I’ll be sharing it on this week’s Friday Fast Fix!
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Melissa founded Polished Habitat in 2013 to share her passion for combining style and functionality to make every day more beautiful and less stressful. She does this by sharing simple home organization tips, home decorating tutorials, and creative ideas to help readers think outside the box, regardless of budget. Her work has appeared in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online on HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed and others. In 2018 and 2019, Melissa was recognized as a Better Homes & Gardens Style Maker. In 2019, Polished Habitat was shortlisted for Best Interior Blog at the Amara Blog Awards. Read more…Since the early 2000s, the kitchen island has become a staple of kitchen design as the space has become a multifunctional living area. The island serves a variety of purposes, from eating to doing homework, serving food, socializing and, more recently, working at home.
The best kitchen islands are the ones that fit your family’s needs and your lifestyle. Islands are the focal point of the kitchen and have replaced traditional kitchen tables in many homes, so it only makes sense that they can also be used to create seasonal style and decor!
Learn how to determine the best kitchen island decor for your home based on your design preferences and how you typically use your kitchen.
Consider the look of your current kitchen and the rest of your home. Do you like a certain design style? Are you constantly pinning designs to your Dream Kitchen Pinterest board, saving Instagram posts, or dog-earing pages from your favorite home decor magazines? Knowing your kitchen design mood will help you find long-lasting kitchen island decor that you’ll really love!
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You are the type of person who appreciates minimalism, avoids fuss and prefers calm, neutral tones. If you like stainless steel appliances, matte finishes, white or flat paneling, subway tile, and granite or quartz countertops, your design style is sleek and modern. Our modern PRECIS family of sinks works perfectly in modern kitchens.
The country house aesthetic is based on both traditional elements and down-to-earth comforts. It offers a sense of homeliness, honoring a time when craftsmanship and fine carpentry reigned supreme. If you love natural wood islands, butcher block countertops, ornate cabinet moldings, reclaimed wood, strong textures, and warm colors, then you’ll appreciate the farmhouse design style. Complete the look with a farmhouse sink.
If you feel most comfortable surrounded by airy blue hues and lots of natural light, then you probably prefer a beach house vibe. You’ll also see lots of whites, creams, tans, browns, and some soft greens. You are drawn to DIY and all things nautical and enjoy natural materials such as rope, sisal and wicker. Many different sink styles can be combined with this theme, but using a natural sink material such as SILGRANIT in a light color will work well with this design style.
An eclectic style means you like to mix and match different design styles. You have modern cabinet doors and open shelves to display your handmade pottery collection. Vibrant boho-chic patterns and colors accentuate your flooring and textile choices, while quartz countertops provide a neutral backdrop for your wooden tableware and vintage flower vases.
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Now that you’ve established your design vibe, it’s time to decide how to choose the right kitchen island decor for you and your family.
If your island isn’t meeting your needs, it may be time for some renovations. If you often cook and entertain guests, installing an additional bar sink in the island will provide additional cooking space or space to store and serve drinks. Or maybe you need built-in island seating or advanced lighting. Take some time to think about how you use your kitchen today and how you would like to use it in the future. Here are some decorating ideas to help you liven up your kitchen island, depending on how you typically use your kitchen:
Are you on the go a lot and use your kitchen island for a quick snack every now and then? Do you have a small space and want the island to become the main dining area? Or do you have bar stools and use the kitchen island as a breakfast nook? If so, make your kitchen island a real dining room!
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