How much does a kitchen island cost in Brunei?

An L-shaped kitchen with a basic island starts from BND 14,000–18,000. This includes the island carcass, quartz countertop, and base storage. Adding a waterfall edge, breakfast bar overhang, or integrated sink increases costs to BND 18,000–25,000+. The island countertop alone (quartz, 1.5–2m length) adds BND 2,000–5,000 depending on stone grade.

What is the minimum space required for a kitchen island in Brunei?

A functional island needs minimum 90cm clearance on all sides for safe movement and cabinet door swing. This means your kitchen floor area should be at least 3.6m × 3.6m (approximately 130 sq ft). Most RPN and STKRJ terrace kitchens are too compact for islands — L-shaped or U-shaped layouts are better suited.

Can a kitchen island include a sink or cooktop?

Yes, but it requires plumbing and electrical rough-in during construction. Adding a sink to the island needs water supply and drainage piped under the floor slab — this must be planned before tiling. We coordinate with your contractor to ensure pipe positions align with our CNC-cut sink cutouts.

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Space Requirements

Is Your Kitchen Big Enough for an Island?

An island needs minimum 90cm clearance on all accessible sides. This allows safe movement, full drawer extension, and dishwasher door swing. For a standard 1.5m island, your kitchen floor area should be at least 3.6m × 3.6m. Most RPN and STKRJ terrace kitchens are not suitable — an L-shaped or U-shaped layout serves those spaces better.

If your space qualifies, the payoff is significant: an island adds 4–6 linear metres of additional counter space, concealed storage on four sides, and a natural social anchor where family gathers while meals are prepared.

Island Configurations

What Your Island Can Include

Prep Island (Storage Only) Deep drawers for pots and pans, pull-out waste bins, and a quartz prep surface. No plumbing required — the simplest and most cost-effective option.

Island with Sink Integrated undermount sink for food prep and rinsing. Requires plumbing rough-in during construction. We coordinate pipe positions with your contractor before fabrication.

Breakfast Bar Island Extended quartz overhang (300–400mm) on one side for bar-height seating. Supports 2–4 stools depending on island length. Great for morning meals and homework stations.

Waterfall Edge Island The quartz slab cascades vertically down one or both sides of the island, creating a dramatic monolithic statement. Requires precise 45° mitre joining — our stonework partners handle this with laser-guided cuts.

Cost Framework

Kitchen Island Pricing Guide (Brunei)

Island costs are additive to your base kitchen layout. The island itself is priced separately based on dimensions, countertop material, and internal hardware.

Configuration	Island Cost (Additive)	Details
L-Shape Kitchen + Basic Island	BND 14,000 – 18,000 (total)	Base perimeter cabinets + island with quartz top, deep drawers, and bin pullout.
Island with Waterfall Edge	BND 18,000 – 22,000 (total)	Adds waterfall quartz (one side), breakfast bar overhang, and premium hardware.
Full Island Kitchen (Sink + Cooktop)	BND 22,000 – 30,000+ (total)	Plumbed sink, hob cutout, rangehood ducting, full Blum hardware suite.

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