The homeowner is an accomplished cook and baker that often cooks with her daughter. Having an efficient layout that allowed for two people side by side was key.

They also have a large family that gathers frequently, so the island needed to provide a good interactive design while deep enough to seat people and have a primary sink. Given how much the family is together, soft seating close to or in the kitchen area was important. A sofa in the alcove addition, the separate beverage bar, and a great cooking run that could in reality host 3 cooks all at once to address all of their goals for a dream kitchen.