counter height seating overhang
@Amanda Simons: The National Kitchen and Bath Association recommends a minimum 15 overhang for counter height (36) seating, and 12 for bar height (42). We have a 14 overhang on our counter-height island and it works but it's a bit tight.You can reduce the depth of your island base cabinets (ours are 18) to accommodate more seating space in a narrow kitchen. I disagree with the author that a dual height island is more flexible.e have a 14 overhang on our counter-height island and it works but it's a bit tight. You can reduce the depth of your island base cabinets (ours are 18) to accommodate more seating space in a narrow kitchen.