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1. All set in stone

A sumptuous Hiroshi Green quartzite slab extends over the front of this island, adding a dramatic feature to the kitchen and wider space
Photography by Blake Hobson

Mark de Rozario/Craig Steere, CSA Craig Steere Architects

A sumptuous Hiroshi Green quartzite slab extends over the front of this island, adding a dramatic feature to the kitchen and wider space.

Benchtop – Natural stone slabs (Hiroshi Green), from Bernini/Zuccari; porcelain sheets (Dekton Eter), from Consentino

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2. Style embraces sustainability

Architecturally crafted from FSC certified wood, this island shows that sustainability and aesthetic appeal can go firmly hand in hand.
Photography by Mark Herboth

Brooks + Scarpa

Architecturally crafted from FSC certified wood, this island shows that sustainability and aesthetic appeal can go firmly hand in hand.

Formaldehyde free and FSC certified ply

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3. Contemporary enfolds classic

A rustic-look island is wrapped in a contemporary waterfall benchtop – an echo of the home's modern take on a traditional farmhouse.
Photography by Simon Larkin Photography

Garry Mayne, Chilton + Mayne Architecture

A rustic-look island is wrapped in a contemporary waterfall benchtop – an echo of the home’s modern take on a traditional farmhouse.

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4. Making waves

The crisp white island's engineered stone benchtop echoes the coastal home's nearby shoreline while its reeded front creates waves of its own.
Photography by Studio Weir

Melanie Sa’u, Melanie Sa’u Design Studio

The crisp white island’s engineered stone benchtop echoes the coastal home’s nearby shoreline while its reeded front creates waves of its own.

Benchtop (and splashback) – Dekton Trance by Cosentino

Cabinetry – custom wave MDF, lacquered Resene White Pointer; Prime Melamine, Resene White Pointer

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5. Organic presence

A curved peninsula island with wall-climbing marble benchtop and reeded timber cabinetry brings an organic softness to this kitchen.
Photography by Brodie Reed

Priyanka Sareen, Home Factor

A curved peninsula island with wall-climbing marble benchtop and reeded timber cabinetry brings an organic softness to this kitchen.

Benchtop – Tempest marble, from CDK stone

Island cabinetry – reeded sage American white oak, stained to match Melteca charred oak cabinets


6. Sculptural & social

This curvaceous island connects with timber elements in the wider interior – the benchtop is kept clear for its role as an entertaining hub.
Photography by Shannon McGrath

Kate McMahon and Rob Nerlich, mcmahon and nerlich

This curvaceous island connects with timber elements in the wider interior – the benchtop is kept clear for its role as an entertaining hub.

Benchtops – ArteDomus Grey Ether stone

Island cabinetry – Tasmanian Blackwood veneer

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7. Handsome and hard working

This large stone-meets-rustic island includes an induction hob with in-built extractor, a prep sink and a cantilevered end for breakfast gatherings – not to meet the decorative front-of-island storage. Benchtop – Essential Grey Marble
Photography by Jamie Cobel

Kyla Potter, Blakhaus Design

This large stone-meets-rustic island includes an induction hob with in-built extractor, a prep sink and a cantilevered end for breakfast gatherings – not to meet the decorative front-of-island storage.

Benchtop – Essential Grey Marble, by SCE Stone

Island base – Essential Grey Marble, by SCE Stone; drawers – Archant woven panel inserts, by Chadwell Antique Brass

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8. Hanging out to party

Echoing an arched bridge that the al fresco space overlooks, this island boasts a dramatic form, a built-in barbecue and champagne on ice.
Photography by All Things Visual

Dean Herald – Rolling Stone Landscapes

Echoing an arched bridge that the al fresco space overlooks, this island boasts a dramatic form, a built-in barbecue and champagne on ice.

Island – RXON XL – AS Marble Calacatta Extra porcelain stoneware

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Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com

1. All set in stone

A sumptuous Hiroshi Green quartzite slab extends over the front of this island, adding a dramatic feature to the kitchen and wider space
Photography by Blake Hobson

Mark de Rozario/Craig Steere, CSA Craig Steere Architects

A sumptuous Hiroshi Green quartzite slab extends over the front of this island, adding a dramatic feature to the kitchen and wider space.

Benchtop – Natural stone slabs (Hiroshi Green), from Bernini/Zuccari; porcelain sheets (Dekton Eter), from Consentino

See more of this tactile home


2. Style embraces sustainability

Architecturally crafted from FSC certified wood, this island shows that sustainability and aesthetic appeal can go firmly hand in hand.
Photography by Mark Herboth

Brooks + Scarpa

Architecturally crafted from FSC certified wood, this island shows that sustainability and aesthetic appeal can go firmly hand in hand.

Formaldehyde free and FSC certified ply

See more of this sustainability minded home


3. Contemporary enfolds classic

A rustic-look island is wrapped in a contemporary waterfall benchtop – an echo of the home's modern take on a traditional farmhouse.
Photography by Simon Larkin Photography

Garry Mayne, Chilton + Mayne Architecture

A rustic-look island is wrapped in a contemporary waterfall benchtop – an echo of the home’s modern take on a traditional farmhouse.

See more of this new home


4. Making waves

The crisp white island's engineered stone benchtop echoes the coastal home's nearby shoreline while its reeded front creates waves of its own.
Photography by Studio Weir

Melanie Sa’u, Melanie Sa’u Design Studio

The crisp white island’s engineered stone benchtop echoes the coastal home’s nearby shoreline while its reeded front creates waves of its own.

Benchtop (and splashback) – Dekton Trance by Cosentino

Cabinetry – custom wave MDF, lacquered Resene White Pointer; Prime Melamine, Resene White Pointer

See more of this kitchen


5. Organic presence

A curved peninsula island with wall-climbing marble benchtop and reeded timber cabinetry brings an organic softness to this kitchen.
Photography by Brodie Reed

Priyanka Sareen, Home Factor

A curved peninsula island with wall-climbing marble benchtop and reeded timber cabinetry brings an organic softness to this kitchen.

Benchtop – Tempest marble, from CDK stone

Island cabinetry – reeded sage American white oak, stained to match Melteca charred oak cabinets


6. Sculptural & social

This curvaceous island connects with timber elements in the wider interior – the benchtop is kept clear for its role as an entertaining hub.
Photography by Shannon McGrath

Kate McMahon and Rob Nerlich, mcmahon and nerlich

This curvaceous island connects with timber elements in the wider interior – the benchtop is kept clear for its role as an entertaining hub.

Benchtops – ArteDomus Grey Ether stone

Island cabinetry – Tasmanian Blackwood veneer

See more of this kitchen

 


7. Handsome and hard working

This large stone-meets-rustic island includes an induction hob with in-built extractor, a prep sink and a cantilevered end for breakfast gatherings – not to meet the decorative front-of-island storage. Benchtop – Essential Grey Marble
Photography by Jamie Cobel

Kyla Potter, Blakhaus Design

This large stone-meets-rustic island includes an induction hob with in-built extractor, a prep sink and a cantilevered end for breakfast gatherings – not to meet the decorative front-of-island storage.

Benchtop – Essential Grey Marble, by SCE Stone

Island base – Essential Grey Marble, by SCE Stone; drawers – Archant woven panel inserts, by Chadwell Antique Brass

See more of this kitchen


8. Hanging out to party

Echoing an arched bridge that the al fresco space overlooks, this island boasts a dramatic form, a built-in barbecue and champagne on ice.
Photography by All Things Visual

Dean Herald – Rolling Stone Landscapes

Echoing an arched bridge that the al fresco space overlooks, this island boasts a dramatic form, a built-in barbecue and champagne on ice.

Island – RXON XL – AS Marble Calacatta Extra porcelain stoneware

See more of this outdoor living story


Find more design ideas and inspiration at trendsideas.com

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