Inspiration

Functional Gathering Places

July 10, 2015

We are now living in the era of "the heart of the home is the kitchen", with that in mind. We also find that most kitchen renovations include some kind of peninsula or center island feature. These types of spaces are ideal for the family or friends to congregate and gather. Unfortunately, this kind of thing can cost thousands of dollars. Fortunately, La Fuente offers an alternative to putting out a small fortune for a place for the family to gather.

Consider simple but functional solutions or versatile designs with unique portable center island and wine cart options. Perfect for entertaining, and easy to store away in a corner if necessary, or when extra space is needed.

For wine lovers who take great pleasure in serving fine wine to family and friends from the comfort of their own home, the Wine Country Collection includes dozens of pieces appropriate for the occasion. Whether it's the unique serving centers, wine bottle displays, or elegant side tables, this collection's pieces are all handmade from recycled white oak wine barrels. To complement the unique textures and shades of the wood, each piece is now available finished in any one of eleven hand-rubbed transparent stains. The resulting furniture pieces have a casual appeal and yet are sophisticated enough for any décor.

The stunning distressed oak and slate inlays in the island table options are perfect for that extra cooking or serving area in your home. Some feature spacious drawers, or large center cabinets or two side shelves for holding all of your items. The solid oak counter tops are durable and forgiving of spills and some even feature towel holders.

If you're a cook or have children who like to help with the cooking, you will appreciate the extra work and seating space of the island with four stools. It's the perfect workstation for all of your friends and family to sit and help. Store utensils and appliances in the reverse facing drawers and tuck your stools away underneath when not in use. Handmade of solid pine by Mexican craftsmen, these pieces of southwest furniture will give you years of service.

So, whether it's an island from the Wine Country Collection, Russian River Island or Chef's Island you will have many choices and styles to choose from for your kitchen gathering place.

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