on a daily basis?
Keep reading for lots of detailed insight and get ready to create the display of your dreams.
“Everything is very useful and handy, but also is very pretty and decorative.”
Amy Leferink atInterior Impressions
“This means keep the decor to a minimum so kids and people can actually use the space.
Not sure what size chairs to purchase?
DesignerMary Pattonoffers this simple trick.
Laurey GlennforMel Bean Interiors
“Start with the height of the counter and subtract 10 to 12 inches,” she says.
“That’s where the seat of your chairs or stools should be for comfortable seating.”
“If a space is small, I always say less is more.”
Georgia Zikas
Keep reading for a few of their top suggestions.
“For butcher block, I love light colored pottery.
Fresh flowers, plants, and herbs look good on any kind of countertop.”
Jamie King
DesignerSamantha Hammelchimes in with a few more suggestions based on island material.
“Marble pairs well with woods.
Wicker also looks beautiful with quartz, designerAndi Morsesays.
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“The larger the island, the larger the tray.
Mixing textures is key here.”
Does your space lean super contemporary?
Molly CulverforMary Patton
Hammel shares a few more insights.
Amy Leferink atInterior Impressions
Hulya KolabasforThink Chic Interiors
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