Island kitchen Kitchen islands give you more counter space for meal prep as well as space for extra appliances and outlets. Islands create a separate workstation that is great for giving you the functional workflow you need to be totally satisfied with your kitchen. Gas, heating, and plumbing can all be hooked up to an island which means you can have a stovetop, dishwasher, sink, or any other type of appliance added to the island. If you are looking for a meal prep station, you should include a sink (a sink with a built-in cutting board would be ideal!) a knife sharpener, and a lot of open counter space. If you would prefer a baking station, your island should consist of an oven, additional outlets for small appliances, built-in cooling racks, and you may want to consider even customizing your island storage to accommodate items like baking sheets and mixing bowls. The possibilities are endless.