making my own kitchen island

Pilasters are a key element that make DIY kitchen island designs like this one look sophisticated. Cut the pilasters (H) to length to match the height of the back (Project Diagram, Cutting List and Drawing 2). Sand the parts, apply glue and assemble two half pilasters using nails. Make your own by purchasing medium density fiberboard (MDF) or you can go to your local hardware store and purchase any number of materials cut to the exact size that you need. Butcher's block is a popular option as it is cheap, easy to clean, and great for use in kitchens. [1]