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While there aren’t really any drawbacks to having a kitchen island, there are several reasons to add one to your kitchen.",[20,21,23],"h3",{"id":22},"_1-additional-storage-space","1. Additional Storage Space",[16,25,26],{},"Probably the most appealing feature of a kitchen island is more storage space, especially if your islandless kitchen has very little. If you dream of a kitchen island with storage, you can design one with cabinets or shelving underneath or above it. There are endless customizable storage options to consider as well—anything from a built-in wine rack or coffee mug holder to hanging utensil racks.",[20,28,30],{"id":29},"_2-casual-seating","2. Casual Seating",[16,32,33],{},"For those who are frustrated by a lack of kitchen seating, an island can provide a place for family and friends to sit while meals are being prepared. It’s also a great place for kids to do homework, watch their parents cook, and perhaps learn to cook themselves. 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