"It's nonstop elegance," says Richard Anuszkiewicz of the kitchen he created for clients renovating their circa-1910 waterfront home in Annapolis, Maryland. The couple entertain frequently and tend to do more congregating than cooking in the kitchen, so graciousness topped their wish list.
Crafted from walnut, imbuia and anigre, the nearly 11-foot-long island was inspired by English antiques, Anuszkiewicz says. While it evokes a stately heirloom, the custom piece has kid-proof durability: "The wood is sealed with an acrylic finish, so it resists spills, scratches, stains, heat — almost anything."
Anuszkiewicz balanced the island's size and drama with a pair of Chantilly chandeliers by Vaughan. Embellished with crystal garlands and blossoms, the duo is a showstopper: "You can't do understated with this island."
