Fabulous Fish

Fabulous fish oversee all of the cooking in this beach house galley kitchen. This family home can accommodate up to twenty-two overnight guests on any given hot summer night. The man of the house prides himself on pancake breakfasts for all. As a second home for this family of five, the owners decided to step away from a large kitchen plan in favor of a highly functional galley kitchen where the cooks could have the kitchen to themselves allowing the guests to congregate around the peninsula, in the adjoining dining room or outside at a large table on their charming covered porch. A pass through at the window serves guests via a counter on the porch. Adding a touch of green, an induction range was specified. White inset cabinetry with chrome latches and subway tile backsplashes compliment the traditional shingle style of the home. The cabinetry is chock full of accessories maximizing the functionality. A large wall cabinet to the counter hides small appliances. A pantry closet provides extra storage space. An adjoining bar area housing a beverage refrigerator, glassware and spirits is accessible to all eating areas. More cabinetry, an ice machine and an additional sink add another service area off the porch. Rough-hewn floors give a rustic feel while hiding any dirt and sand a large crowd can bring after a day at the beach. Star pendant lights, transoms, and plentiful windows illuminate the space. The granite slab counter continues down the side of the peninsula giving a strong architectural element. Paul Clark Wilson Photography Lisa Abdalla Interiors