u/Adept_Technician1328

I couldn’t figure out how to add to my previous post, so apologies for creating another on the same topic.

Remodeling our 1919 kitchen, would like it to look more original to the house (the kitchen is the only room in the entire house that really has been messed with; thankfully woodwork and built ins in the rest of the house have never been painted or changed).

Current dilemma: kitchen is small and has a funky layout. Very little counter space, trying to maximize what we can. had idea to create a sort of “bump out” on the main prep area.

Posted a pic yesterday of a curved bump out, with concerns that it looks too mid-century for a craftsman-inspired kitchen. Many confirmed my concerns. Some suggested trying to square it off.

i have posted 3 pics, which option works best?

Original round option
Just a traditional counter, and maybe add a pull out larger cutting board?
Squared off

important notes: there are no concerns with the support of the countertop, an approved plan for that has been designed

countertop is black soapstone

I will preface this by saying I have very little experience with renovations/remodels - this is my first time renovating a kitchen. We have a 1919 home that (thankfully) maintained its beautiful woodwork and built ins. Back in the 80s someone renovated the kitchen (poorly, and in true 80s style). We are finally renovating it, and attempting to bring it back to a more historically accurate look. That being said, we don’t have the budget for inset cabinets. Trying to decide between full or partial overlay. Our designer is really advocating for full overlay; she thinks that most closely resembles inset. This confuses me a bit because I have read that full overlay is a more “modern” look - but I have seen pictures of craftsman style kitchens with full overlay and it does give a more “built in” look. But then I read that partial overlay is a more classic choice. Just want it to look as craftsman style as I can get it - any advice??

Help with countertop - Part 2