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title: "Ways to Kick Your Kitchen Island Up a Notch"
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date_published: "2023-12-20T04:00:40+00:00"
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# Ways to Kick Your Kitchen Island Up a Notch

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the island countertop is the pulse. It provides extra counterspace and storage but also serves as a gathering place for families and guests. Because of its role and placement in the kitchen, you have the lots of opportunity to style it up. Here are a few ideas to kick your kitchen island look up a notch.
 
 
Light it up!
Image from Kitchen Design Ideas
 
Install a striking pendant light or a series of pendant lights above the kitchen island to add a focal point and create a stylish ambiance. You may also consider lining the edges with LED strip for a more dramatic effect.
 
 
Stand Out Island
Image by Nicole Franzen for EST Magazine
 
Choose a countertop material for the island that contrasts with the surrounding countertops. This can add visual interest and make the island stand out.
 
 
Go Bold!
Image from @RignellRanch on Instagram
 
Want to spark some additional interest to your all-white kitchen? Introduce a pop of bold color to the kitchen island through the cabinetry, a colorful countertop, or a vibrant paint finish.
 
 
Open Shelving
Image from Bo Bedre
 
Incorporate open shelving or glass-front cabinets into the island to showcase stylish kitchenware, decorative items, or even a collection of cookbooks.
 
Unique Make
Image from from 1ofAKindLiveEdge on Etsy
 
Explore unconventional countertop materials, such as reclaimed wood, concrete, or marble, to give your kitchen island a distinctive and luxurious appearance. You may also want to use patterned tiles or a decorative backsplash on the sides of the island to introduce texture and pattern.
 
Image from Running to the Kitchen
 
 
Coordinating Bar Stools
Image from Black Label
 
An easy way to spruce up your kitchen island is with bar stools. Select stylish and comfortable bar stools that complement the overall design and color scheme of the kitchen.
 
A kitchen island is a versatile and practical addition to a home. You can transform it into a visually appealing and functional centerpiece of your kitchen with the tips above. For more home design and styling tips, check out our blog.