Amy and Isaac Flores met while working at a restaurant together 17 years ago. While they aren’t in the restaurant business anymore, they still love to serve, host, and entertain. However, their house — especially the kitchen — didn’t lend itself very well to entertaining.

The Flores’ original kitchen was a small square with very little counterspace not suited for two people who love to entertain. So Grace opened it up, gave them a big beautiful island with plenty of prepping space, and added gorgeous touches of tile to remind Amy and Isaac of one of their favorite places: the Italian Riviera.

Another view of the kitchen. The doors pictured in the background were something Grace added in so that there would be easy access to the yard, especially if guests are hanging out outside.

Checkout this gorgeous stovetop with the custom backsplash.