The cook (or chef)'s table dates back to the Victorian period, when most kitchens would have a large but slim workstation, ...

For a kitchen island with rustic charm you can't go wrong with an antique or reclaimed freestanding piece of furniture, such as a draper's table or a butcher's block, or you could try a modern design ...

Too many rustic surfaces and aged pieces of furniture and the space can feel dated; alternatively, go too minimal, and a modern kitchen can sometimes feel cold and clinical. It's about drawing on ...