Why a Kitchen Island?
Imagine this: sunlight streaming through your kitchen windows as laughter fills the air. At the heart of it all is a beautiful kitchen island — a warm, welcoming space where meals are prepared with joy, homework is tackled over snacks, and memories are made, one conversation at a time.
That’s the power of a well-designed kitchen island.
Whether you're short on counter space or dreaming of a social hub in your home, a kitchen island offers the perfect solution. At Minimaal en Mooi Houtwerke, we bring those visions to life.
With over 20 years of hands-on craftsmanship, we proudly offer South Africa’s largest range of handcrafted kitchen islands — from ready-to-install options to one-of-a-kind bespoke designs.
🇿🇦 Ready-Made Kitchen Islands – Craftsmanship Meets Convenience
Our solid hardwood kitchen islands add extra storage, seating, and prep space — all while transforming your kitchen into a stylish, functional centrepiece.
Choose from premium timbers like oak, maple, kiaat, and more, in styles ranging from modern minimalist to rustic farmhouse.
Trusted by homeowners, interior designers, and kitchen installers across South Africa.
Prefer something off-the-shelf?
We’ve got you covered.
Our curated selection of ready-made kitchen islands is handcrafted in our workshop — not factory made — with the same attention to detail and quality as our fully custom pieces.
Each island features a solid hardwood butcher block top, is available in multiple sizes and finishes, and arrives fully assembled — ready to install and enjoy.
Nationwide and Cross Border delivery available.
Bespoke Kitchen Islands – Made to Order for You
Have a unique vision? Our team excels at bringing custom kitchen islands to life. No matter your space or style, we’ll design and build an island that fits your requirements.
We cater to homeowners with specific tastes, interior designers seeking a showpiece, and builders needing to fit exact specifications
Why Choose Minimaal en Mooi? Our Difference
We know you have options for your kitchen renovation. Here’s why savvy homeowners, professional designers, and builders across Africa partner with Minimaal en Mooi
Unmatched Selection
Find exactly what you need from the widest range of kitchen island styles in SA – whether it’s a classic butcher block or a sleek modern showpiece
Customization Expertise
No request is too complex – our portfolio spans from small space-saving carts to expansive chef’s prep stations. We thrive on custom challenges.
Master Craftsmanship
Every island is locally handcrafted by skilled artisans with decades of experience – never flat-pack or assembly line.
Nationwide Service
Based in Nelspruit, delivering to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and everywhere in between. Trusted by clients all over South Africa (and beyond).
Premium Materials
We use only high-grade, sustainably sourced solid wood and durable hardware for longevity and luxury feel.
Turnkey Convenience
From design to delivery, we handle it all. Measure, order, install – we make it easy
Our clients are our best advertisement – We’re Proud to have 90+ 5-star reviews and projects featured in local home magazines
Susan L., Johannesburg
★★★★★
"The team at Minimaal en Mooi exceeded our expectations. The custom oak island they built for our kitchen is not only gorgeous but incredibly functional. It truly became the heart of our home."
Adebayo K., Nairobi
★★★★★
"We couldn’t find a decent kitchen island anywhere in Kenya, but Minimaal en Mooi shipped us a stunning teak island that completed our space. Excellent craftsmanship and service!"
Thandi M., Cape Town
★★★★★
“As an interior designer, I often need bespoke pieces. Minimaal en Mooi delivered a beautiful centerpiece for my client’s kitchen, on time and with superb quality. My go-to for custom woodwork.”
10 Frequently Asked Questions
1 / How long does a custom island take?
Custom builds typically take 4–8 weeks depending on complexity and wood availability. We’ll confirm timelines after your consultation. Have a look at our lead times page to get more information.
2 / Do you deliver across South Africa?
Yes! We deliver to all major cities and towns, and even ship cross-border on request.
3 / Can I modify a standard Kitchen Island?
Absolutely. Let us know what changes you need – size, wood, finish, or extras – and we’ll quote accordingly.
4 / Are your islands easy to install?
Yes. All products come fully assembled. We also provide guidance for placement and fixing if needed.
5 / Do you offer installation?
In select areas, yes. Otherwise, we provide support and guides to make installation simple.
6 / Can you match my existing kitchen cabinets or colours?
Yes! We offer custom colour matching using premium Velvaglo paints and can design your island to complement your current cabinetry.
7 / What types of wood do you offer?
We work with a variety of high-quality hardwoods including kiaat, white oak, maple, teak, mahogany, ash, and more. Visit our wood guide for details.
8 / Can I choose specific finishes or edge profiles?
Definitely. You can choose from our curated finish options and edge profiles, all designed to elevate the final look of your island.
9 / What are the advantages of a mobile kitchen island?
Mobile islands offer flexibility and are perfect for smaller spaces or multifunctional kitchens. All our mobile units include lockable caster wheels.
10 / Do you offer wholesale or trade pricing for designers and developers?
Yes. We work with designers, developers, and property professionals and offer competitive trade pricing on bulk or repeated orders.