A kitchen without a real gathering spot can feel cramped and a little disconnected, leaving you short on prep space and nowhere for family and guests to pull up while you cook. Onward Renovations solves that with kitchen island construction across Armada, MI, and the surrounding areas, serving homeowners in Macomb, Shelby Township, Chesterfield Township, Rochester Hills, and beyond. We design and build islands that add room to work, storage to spare, and a natural place for everyone to gather.
Based in the Armada, Michigan area, Onward Renovations is a locally owned remodeling company and general contractor serving Macomb County and the towns around it. The team, headed by owner Jake Walters, specializes in designing and building custom kitchen islands that fit each home's layout, from compact prep stations to large islands with seating and storage. One point of contact guides your project from the first design conversation through the finishing touches, keeping everything organized along the way.
Plenty of kitchens look fine on paper but fall short the moment real life happens. Counter space runs out fast when you are juggling ingredients, there is nowhere for the kids to do homework while dinner cooks, and guests end up crowding the doorway because the room offers no place to sit. The kitchen ends up feeling busy and cramped even when it is not all that small.
A lot of that comes down to how older kitchens were laid out, with counters lining the walls and a big empty stretch of floor in the middle going to waste. Builders rarely planned for the way families actually use the kitchen today, treating it as a place to cook rather than a place to live. Without a central work surface, that open floor space sits unused while the perimeter counters stay overcrowded.
This is where our process gets going. We start by looking at your kitchen's layout and talking through how you want the island to function, whether that means extra prep room, a spot for seating, added storage, or a place to tuck an appliance. From there we design an island scaled to your space, then build and install it with proper support, leaving room to move comfortably around all sides. As your general contractor, we can also run any electrical or plumbing the island needs and tie it in with new counters or cabinets if your project calls for it.
When the work is done, your kitchen finally has a true centerpiece that pulls double duty. You gain prep space where you need it, storage that clears the clutter, and a welcoming spot where family and friends naturally gather while you cook. An island has a way of turning a tight, awkward kitchen into the heart of the home.
A well-built island changes how a kitchen works day to day, and here is what you can look forward to with ours.
Every kitchen island construction project we take on adds usable prep space right in the middle of the action. Spreading out while you cook makes meal prep faster and far less frustrating. That extra surface quickly becomes the spot you reach for most.
We build islands with cabinets, drawers, or shelving tucked underneath, so you gain real storage without crowding the rest of the kitchen. Pots, pans, and everyday items get a home within easy reach. The added space helps the whole room feel less cluttered.
Add seating to your island and it becomes the place everyone drifts toward, whether for quick breakfasts, homework, or keeping you company while you cook. The kitchen turns into a social hub instead of a pass-through. Families tell us this is the change they notice most.
Rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all unit into your kitchen, we design each island around your layout and how you live. Proper clearance on every side keeps the room easy to move through. The result feels custom because it is.
An island can hold more than counter space, from a prep sink with a Delta or Kohler faucet to extra outlets or a spot for the microwave. We plan for whatever features fit your routine. Thoughtful touches like these make the island work even harder.
An island works best alongside the rest of your kitchen, and these related services help you bring the full vision together.
Matching your new island to the rest of the room is easy when the cabinetry is fresh, and our cabinet installation and replacement delivers sturdy units built to coordinate. New cabinets and a custom island make a great match.
Topping your island with a surface that ties into the rest of the kitchen is part of the plan, and our countertop installation provides durable, great-looking counters sized to fit. Consistent surfaces give the whole room a finished look.
If the island is one piece of a larger update, our full kitchen remodeling service handles the entire transformation from layout to finishing details. We bring every element together into a kitchen that fits the way you live.
Building an island that fits and lasts takes the right team, and here is why folks around Armada choose us.
Jake Walters, our owner, stays hands-on through every project, so you are working directly with the person leading the build. That keeps communication clear and the details accounted for. You always know who to call and who is responsible.
We listen to what you want and steer you toward the island that fits your kitchen and budget, not the biggest ticket we can write. If a simpler design does the trick, we will tell you. Our advice is built around your goals.
Each island we build comes with applicable manufacturer material warranties and our own one-year workmanship warranty. If anything tied to our work needs attention, we come back and handle it. Standing behind the build is part of the deal.
With financing available through Hearth, adding the island you have been picturing fits more comfortably into your plans. Veterans and senior citizens also receive a 5% discount. We want the project to work for your budget as well as your kitchen.
Onward Renovations carries an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and proudly sponsors local youth football and softball teams. Our reputation around Macomb County is built on treating people like neighbors. That trust is something we never take for granted.
A good rule of thumb is leaving at least 36 to 42 inches of clearance around the island so people can move and work comfortably. During your consultation here in the Armada area, we will measure your kitchen and let you know what size island fits without crowding the room.
Yes, we can build in a prep sink, electrical outlets, or other features, and as a full general contractor we handle the plumbing and wiring that goes with them. We will plan those details around how you use your kitchen.
Timing depends on the size and features involved, but many islands are completed within a few days to about a week. We will give you a clear schedule upfront so you know what to expect from start to finish.
Often, yes. Plenty of homes around Macomb County have room for a compact island or a rolling option once we take a look at the layout. If a full island is too tight, we can suggest alternatives that still add prep space and storage.
We serve Armada and a wide range of nearby communities, including Macomb, Shelby Township, Chesterfield Township, Rochester Hills, Washington Township, Warren, and more. Reach out and we will confirm we cover your area.
FAQs reviewed by Jake Walters, owner of Onward Renovations and a seasoned local general contractor.
Whether you have a clear design in mind or just know your kitchen needs a better gathering spot, we would love to help. Reach out to Onward Renovations today for a free estimate and let's create an island your whole family will enjoy.
Business Name: Onward Renovations
Address: Armada, MI, 48005
Phone: 586-335-0156
Business Hours:
Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sat-Sun: Closed
Through Hearth financing.
We honor all applicable manufacturer material warranties and provide a one-year workmanship warranty on our installations.
5% Discount for Veterans & Senior Citizens.
