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40 SPRING 2018 kitchens nshoremag.com/nshorehome/ resolve and appreciate," he explains, adding that he also wanted the cabinets to reach the ceiling without daunting the occupants with a looming presence. Hence, the cascading fascia boards—another means of delineating a large expanse. The far-right cabinet pur- posefully meets the countertop—a detail Baczek in- cluded to lend an "Old World/Grandma's kitchen" feel. It is also a way to bookend the cabinets and create some interest for those entering from the mudroom. "I wanted people to have to walk around that cabinet to extend the surprise," says Baczek, who appreciates the measured reveal of a space. In order to maintain sight lines from the dining "Life changes. Making a kitchen with a nice big flat island platform without sinks or other interruptions is a nice thing to have." —Steven Baczek caption room through the kitchen and into the family room clear, the owners went with wire-framed glass onion pendants over the island; their transparency and scale are in keeping with the light and open aesthetic. "We didn't want anything heavy since the kitchen is be- tween two rooms," notes the architect. Baczek's overarching idea for this project was to design a space capable of adapting to different scenarios over time. "If rooms are designed for very specific needs and those needs change, then you are in trouble," he explains, adding that the 6- by-8- foot solid-surface island is ideal for the activities of young children, teens, and adults alike. "Life changes. Making a kitchen with a nice big flat island platform without sinks or other interruptions is a nice thing to have." And so is a Grand Central Station–esque kitchen that runs smoothly. For contact information, see Resources on page 130. Baczek wanted the cabinets to reach the ceiling without daunting the occupants with a looming presence. Hence, the fascia boards— another means of delineating a large expanse.