Reclaimed Wormy Chestnut Kitchen Island with Seating Overhang and Hidden Storage – 80″ Wide
Some pieces are built to serve a room. Others seem to carry an entire story into it.
Handcrafted from reclaimed wormy chestnut barnwood, this substantial 80-inch kitchen island brings together history, practical storage, and generous space for gathering. Its broad 36-inch depth and 12-inch seating overhang create a welcoming place for family and friends to sit, talk, and share everyday moments at the heart of the home.
Wormy chestnut is prized for the very markings that make it imperfect. Small trails, natural openings, knots, mineral streaks, and rich shifts in color give the wood a depth and personality that cannot be reproduced by artificial distressing. Because the material has been reclaimed from old barnwood, every island carries variations shaped by nature, age, and its earlier life.
No two pieces will ever be identical.
Skilled craftsmen preserve that character while transforming the historic timber into a highly functional kitchen centerpiece. The island features a solid hardwood face frame and top, inlaid sides and front, solid doors, dovetailed drawers, and substantial 5″ x 5″ legs.
Behind the left door, a sliding trash bin keeps waste conveniently close to the work surface while remaining neatly concealed. The right side contains two large interior drawers for cookware, mixing bowls, baking supplies, or other bulky kitchen essentials. In the center, a wide dovetailed drawer provides easy access to utensils, linens, and frequently used items, while two cabinet doors open to additional storage.
Shelving within the island creates flexible space for serving pieces, pantry goods, small appliances, and the many necessities of an active kitchen. Aged brass drawer pulls and door knobs complement the warmth and history of the chestnut, while premium soft-close hinges provide smooth, quiet operation.
At 80 inches wide, this island offers a commanding amount of workspace for meal preparation, baking, entertaining, and holiday gatherings. The 12-inch overhang along the back turns that generous surface into a comfortable place for seating, allowing conversation and kitchen activity to happen together.
Over time, this island will collect a new set of memories—morning coffee, family dinners, celebrations, and the ordinary moments that eventually become the ones most cherished. Its wood has already endured for generations. Now it is ready to begin another chapter in your home.
Your kitchen island arrives fully assembled and ready for use. Free blanket-wrapped, white-glove delivery is included, ensuring this substantial handcrafted piece is carefully transported and placed inside your home.
Dimensions
Overall Island: 80″ W x 36″ D x 36″ H
Back Seating Overhang: 12″
Sliding Trash Bin: 18″ W x 24″ H x 18″ D
Two Interior Right Drawers: 18″ W x 10″ H x 16″ D
Two Center Door Openings: 10″ W x 22″ H x 20″ D
Center Drawer: 21″ W x 5″ H x 16″ D
Rich with natural history and designed for the realities of modern family life, this reclaimed wormy chestnut island combines one-of-a-kind character, intelligent storage, and an inviting place to gather.
This furniture is custom-built for you. Please allow 4-6 weeks for completion. Contact us if you have any questions.
