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Are you ready for some crazy talk? I think you are going to start seeing more kitchen tables...in the kitchen. Told you, crazy.

I'm not fool enough to think the ubiquitous island will disappear entirely from kitchen design, but I am seeing more and more people make the brave decision to ditch the island and go for a good old kitchen table. And bravo to them. I would much rather sit at a kitchen table and drink chat with friends than stand around an island. Nothing is more welcoming than a comfy seat and a well worn wooden table.

Steven Gambrel

Ashley Putnam

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Architectural Digest

House and Home

Elle Decor

Cottage Living

Cottages & Gardens

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What do you think? Are you an island fan? Or a table lover?

I have used my excellent investigative skills to deduce a trend surge hitting the streets. And because of my excellent investigative skills, I'm making a proclamation.

2014 is going to be all about the arrow.

I know, a bold statement. But everywhere I turn, little arrows are popping up. Or shooting out as the case may be.

Kelly Wearstler

Furbish

Emily Henderson

Apartment Therapy

Amanda Catherine Designs

Dajana B. Strong

Design Sponge

Vintage Revivals

Modern Jane

Paris Heroin Stars' Boutique

Moorea Seal

Shop HDB

Celebrate

One Kings Lane

Pencil Shavings Studio

Biscuit Home

So what do you think? Do arrows make for a good accessory? Will you be participating in this trend? Do you realize how many puns ran thru my head while writing this post? It was a very Carrie Bradshaw moment.

The more I see garden stools, the more I want one. They have been around forever, and I'm a sucker for a good classic.

Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers via Boxwood Terrace

With all the fresh colors and finishes though, maybe mixing up the traditional is the way to go.

Wisteria

Red Nook

Wisteria

Neiman Marcus

Do you have a garden stool? Know a great place for a budget friendly option?