This kitchen island is my favorite example of a traditional use of marble for a kitchen island countertop. It is broad to show off the beauty of this great material. It stands out in the room but doesn't overwhelm the space. It is complimented by chic chairs and faucets. It's gorgeous!
Have you noticed that some of the designers have placed this chair under pendulous light fixtures? This image is a good one for seeing why: The straight lines of the stools' stands finish off a ceiling-to-floor line that begins where the wires connect to the ceiling.
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