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To find out why they feel so relevant and how to style them, we put some quick-fire questions to deVOL Kitchens creative director, Helen Parker… ByGeorgina Blaskey / [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/50325) Image: deVOL Kitchens All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. #### Why are people gravitating towards dairy tables now? Dairy tables straddle the line between a kitchen table and an island: they feel and look like a table but are more of a prep space. They feel much less kitchen-y than an island, more like an heirloom piece of furniture. These days, more people are ‘furnishing’ their kitchens rather than fitting them, and a dairy table is the perfect piece for this look. #### What is it about the heritage feel of a dairy table that resonates so strongly with modern life? Solid, dark wood and turned legs – this standalone piece can transform any space with its grand yet simple look. People want warmth, texture and soul, and the dairy table has it all. #### How does a dairy table differ functionally and visually from a conventional kitchen island? A dairy table is more of a table than an island but it is the same height, so it’s practical for prepping or pulling up a bar stool. Think of it as a more stylish version of an island – plus, it’s a piece for life. #### How are deVOL clients using dairy tables – for prep, dining or as a statement piece? They are mainly using them as prep tables, centring them in the middle of the kitchen – just as you would an island. Lots are also choosing to add a gaselier pendant light above for the authentic country house vibe. [ ![Holly Oak House](https://media.sheerluxe.com/3xAM3Wh2qbcPfTUXQOk7Ydox9mM=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F02%2Fsl-090226-dairy-tables-holly-oak-house-1.jpg) ](https://www.holly-oak-house.co.uk/product-page/the-prep-table) Holly Oak House [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/olzqX6xKbbQJVBzYKbfN7GbSn6U=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F02%2Fsl-090226-dairy-tables-devol-kitchens-1.jpg) ](https://www.devolkitchens.co.uk/) deVOL Kitchens #### Are there any particular materials, finishes or proportions that work best? We recommend a Carrara marble worktop with softly curved edges. Keep it long and slim, and don’t mess with the proportions – four turned legs or six if you prefer. We would consider a wooden end – two-thirds marble, one-third wood – for a very traditional look. #### Can a dairy table still work in a smaller space? The smaller the kitchen, the less good a dairy table looks; it's dependent on the room but we wouldn’t go any smaller than 1,500cm long. It’s a grand piece and doesn’t sit well in small spaces. #### Do you see dairy tables as a passing trend or a forever staple? They are such a beautifully traditional piece that they will stand the test of time – especially those that are handmade and hand-turned. 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