Planning a kitchen island should include consideration for ... So, for example, a 45-square-foot countertop needs three outlets, and a 48-square-foot countertop would need a fourth outlet.

"The real layout depends on the traffic and function of the kitchen," Matthew Coates said. "You need plenty of clearance between the islands and around them — typically at least 42 to 48 inches." ...

Most homeowners strive to include kitchen islands in their layouts ... you may want to consider a clearance of 48 inches. The ...