FLORIDA STYLE & DESIGN
KITCHEN & BATH
Island Fever
Kitchen islands are hard working and good looking
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slands are the workhorse of today’s kitchens, but their designs are elevating them to be showstoppers as well. Working triple duty as a furniture piece, cooking prep station and a dining spot, islands are fashioned to be functional, but who says they can’t be stunning too? Designers are packing in the pretty with interesting materials, posh details and dramatic color palettes. And in homes designed to be enjoyed and lived in, today’s kitchen islands often serve as a hub where homeowners entertain their guests. For home chefs who also want to be a part of the action, nothing facilitates a lively cooking experience more than an island where guests can pull up a chair and enjoy a cocktail with the cook.
Marc-Michaels Interior Design Marc-Michaels, known for creating luxuriously opulent designs, curated this home’s updated Georgian classic style. Created for a Delray Beach client who craved a casual dining setting, the team designed an extended walnut table that overlooks the kitchen and its sleek island. The extra space invites guests into the kitchen and offers another option for entertaining. Complementary wood accents found throughout add warmth, while glossy white cabinetry and durable Geoluxe stone countertops reflect light, giving the space a luminous aura. marc-michaels.com
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January 2023
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