"When you look into it, it looks just like a galaxy," said Bhayani, pleased with his choice. He served as the general contractor for about 70% of the renovation, but his principal designer for the kitchen was Wayne Choka of Wickes Kitchen and Bath Showroom in Succasunna, NJ. Choka put Bhayani's idea for a tri-level island countertop, also inspired by the catalogue, into fruition.
"He was looking for a three-tier island, and we had to incorporate a sink area, seating area and a spot for a microwave all in one location," said Choka. Bhayani didn't want a microwave on the counter, so one granite slab was placed a level above the bar top in order to have enough space to store a microwave below.