An essential element of the design was to open up the space as much as possible, to improve circulation and access to the rest of the home. A small addition, replacing the 1980 Open Porch, extended the Breakfast area into the side yard, affording views of Northport Harbor and the yard. The fireplace was removed from the middle of the spaces, replaced by a rustic French-inspired fireplace on an exterior wall, where it warms the intersection of the Breakfast area, Desk, Drop Zone, and the main Kitchen area. The new space is organized around a spacious rustic oak island, lightly distressed, with an applied base rather than a recessed toe space, to feel more like a piece of old furniture repurposed from a shop or store. The island features a large prep sink, with a hot and chilled water dispenser that matches the oil rubbed bronze faucet. The perimeter cabinets are finished in a yellow paint, lightly distressed and glazed. The cabinetry was designed by the architects and built locally by Joe Brittman, Brittman & Son, East Northport. Photo by Glen Grayson, AIA