[gregpark]

This is an end grain white oak butcher block table I just built. 4½" thick and 17"x32". I was going to build a 3'x4' or 4'x4' island but it would take 2 people to move as white oak is dense and heavy and esthetically I don't like the idea of wheels on it. Also, this size will fit in most kitchens. One guy can move this one but probably not your average woman.
I built this base for it but Ì think it's too much. I used tiger wood with rosewood inlays and splices but sometimes less is more. Opinions welcome. I can re purpose the base (I've got some time invested). Maybe make a box or a medicine cabinet with a beveled mirror door out of it.