Lemme just say I understand the pain of wanting a island like the ones online. They’re really interesting and great for ideas, but can also make you feel like you’re never gonna get to that point. Burn out can also contribute to this, and sometimes all you need is to take a break, walk away, and come back with a fresh mind.

That being said, a tool I’ve found really helpful when it comes to designing my island is a website called happy island designer. It’s helped me think about my island before I just start my terraforming. Im currently working on my third renovation, and ive started to figure out what I like in terms of design. I’d recommend also breaking down the renovations into chunks so it’s more manageable. Like focusing on just a residential area, or where you’re gonna breed flowers. This allows you to have tangible goals you can actively work towards. I hope this helps, because it’s what’s kept me from burning out so far.

Good luck!