The Modern Shaker Island

Kitchen Showroom Spotlight

Explore the island from our Decora modern Shaker kitchen display and see why the Gunny Fresco finish generates so much attention.

This unique stain features quartersawn oak with a white glaze overlay that creates depth and texture you won’t find in standard wood finishes.

Combine that distinctive look with an organized sink base, mitered-edge quartz countertop, and thoughtful storage features, and you have an island that’s both a focal point and a workhorse.

Distinctive Finish, Practical Features

The specialty storage and sink organization in this island make it as functional as it is beautiful.

From adjustable drawer inserts to a dramatically thick-looking countertop edge, every detail is designed to elevate your kitchen.

Kaylee Door in Gunny Fresco with White Glaze

The Gunny Fresco finish is one of Decora’s most unique stain options.

It starts with quartersawn oak, which has a distinctive straight grain pattern that’s more uniform and refined than plain-sawn oak.

Then a beautiful stain is applied, followed by a white glaze overlay. The glaze settles into the grain and recesses of the modern Shaker door profile, creating dimensional color that shifts in different lighting.

It’s a finish that brings warmth without being overly dark and offers visual interest that standard stains simply can’t match.

A close-up of a Kaylee Door in Gunny Fresco cabinet door with a rectangular recessed panel and visible wood grain texture. The cabinet has black metal handles on the right.

Angled Wood Tray Divider Pullout

The base cabinet on one end features an angled wood tray divider pullout designed for cookie sheets and cutting boards.

The angled design makes it easier to see what you have stored and grab what you need without items sliding around.

It’s a practical storage solution that keeps bakeware organized and accessible.

A base cabinet with an angled wood tray divider pullout, featuring five slanted compartments for organizing baking sheets or trays.

Metal Adjustable Drawer Inserts

The top drawer includes a metal adjustable insert that you can customize based on what you’re storing.

The movable dividers let you create compartments sized for your specific utensils, gadgets, or tools. It’s flexible organization that adapts to how you actually cook rather than forcing you into fixed sections.

A kitchen drawer with sleek metal adjustable drawer inserts, set in a wooden cabinet with a black handle, shown against dark wood flooring.

Four-Drawer Base with Wood Utensil Insert

The four-drawer base cabinet features a wood insert in the top drawer specifically designed for organizing utensils.

Whether you’re storing silverware, cooking tools, or larger items you want kept separate, the wood insert keeps everything neat and prevents the jumbled mess that happens in open drawers.

4 drawer base cabinet

Organized Sink Base

The sink base is fitted with built-in organizational accessories that transform the typically chaotic under-sink area into functional storage.

Keep cleaning supplies, sponges, scrub brushes, and dish soap organized and easy to access. No more digging through a pile of products or dealing with items that tip over every time you open the door.

Everything has a designated spot and stays put.

A wooden, organized sink base cabinet with an open door reveals two metal racks inside and an empty corner shelf, all set atop a dark wood floor.

Caesarstone Darcrest Matte Quartz with Mitered Edge

The countertop is Caesarstone quartz in Darcrest Matte, a deep, sophisticated color with a matte finish that feels modern and refined. But the real showstopper is the mitered edge.

The quartz is cut at a 45-degree angle and joined at the corner to create the illusion of a thick, substantial slab. In reality, it’s standard three-quarter-inch thick material, but the mitered edge makes it look significantly thicker and more luxurious. It’s a detail that elevates the entire island.

Close-up of Darcrest Matte Quartz countertop with subtle white veining, featuring black metal handles on light wood cabinets and a black undermount sink.

Granite Composite Sink

The sink is granite composite in a dark black color that coordinates beautifully with the Darcrest countertop.

Granite composite is incredibly durable, resistant to scratches and stains, and quieter than stainless steel.

The dark finish ties the whole look together and creates visual cohesion between the sink and counter.

Delta Renaldi Bridge Faucet

Delta Renaldi Bridge Faucet

The faucet is a Delta Renaldi Bridge style with a pull-down spray head in Lumicoat Arctic Stainless.

The bridge design brings a touch of traditional style that balances the contemporary countertop and modern Shaker doors.

The Lumicoat finish resists water spots and fingerprints, so it stays looking polished with minimal maintenance. The pull-down spray head adds functionality for filling pots and rinsing dishes.

A modern Delta Renaldi Bridge Faucet in stainless steel, featuring two handles and a soap dispenser, stands on a dark countertop with a black sink in a bright kitchen with white cabinets and a large window.

Applied Decorative End Panels and Leg

The sides of the island feature applied decorative end panels that give the cabinetry a furniture-quality finish.

At the overhang, a decorative leg provides both structural support and visual interest.

These details transform the island from a standard cabinet run into a piece that feels custom-designed and intentional.

A kitchen island with decorative end panels and a dark countertop.

Ready to Design Your Kitchen Island?

Let our design team help you build an island around how you cook and gather.

From unique wood finishes to organized sink bases and mitered edges, we’ll create a centerpiece that fits your style and your life.

Visit one of our three Indiana showroom locations today:

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