Enclosed cabinets can store an amazing amount of utensils, plates and linens while open shelving provides easy access to essentials and becomes a great place to display cookbooks and other collectibles. Add extra workspace when space is tight, or decorative interest by installing a kitchen island or cart in your kitchen or dining area. A very versatile furniture item, a kitchen island or cart is ideal for serving food - or even enabling the drama of food preparation (restaurant style) to continue in the presence of your seated dining room guests. Granite features dense construction that makes it a natural. You'll have endless possibilities with the use of black.