“Everyone wants an island in their kitchen — the bigger the better. It is the most requested kitchen must-have we receive,” says Chad Kahle, president of Kitchen Vision of the Carolinas in Denver, North Carolina. And islands are getting bigger than ever, according to the 2026 U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study. Of the 1,780 homeowners Houzz surveyed about their recent or planned kitchen renovation projects, more than half (52%) were opting for islands longer than 7 feet. That’s up 10 percentage points from 2024.
As kitchen islands increase in size, so do the possibilities for customization. So what should homeowners be including to make the most of this popular kitchen feature? We canvassed kitchen design professionals to find out.
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Flowering plants aren’t as common indoors, but there are some favorites that can thrive and provide a pop of color.
15. Geranium. The familiar geranium (Pelargonium spp.) is often dismissed, but it’s hard to beat for its range of colors, interesting foliage and easy care. Grow geraniums on a sunny windowsill, let them anchor a tabletop display or pop them into a hanging pot to brighten up a corner.
Care tips: Geraniums love the sun, so they’re ideal for a west-facing window. Water thoroughly, let the soil drain completely, then let it dry out a bit before watering again. In winter, water slightly less often, but don’t let the roots get completely dry.
Feed with a fertilizer at half strength every two weeks or a quarter-strength fertilizer every week from spring through fall. Deadhead regularly and pinch back the stems to maintain a bushy shape.
Caution: Geranium can be toxic to people and pets if ingested.