Since the early 2000s, the kitchen island has been the main staple of kitchen design as the space has evolved into a multi-functional living area.
Find out and get inspired on how to decorate your kitchen island based on your own personal design vibe.
1. Set the Table
- Add placemats and dishes
- Swap out decor based on season
- Make it as casual or elevated as you like!
2. Show off your Appliances
- Display a colorful toaster, juicer, or blender that ties in the look of your kitchen
- Turn your kitchen island into a coffee or tea bar
- Display some of your favorite cookbooks
3. Self Serve Station
- Set out a decorative breakfast tray with fresh flowers and baked goods
- Have cutting boards ready for a platter
- Keep the look monochromatic, let the food steal the show
4. Highlight your Cooking Skills
- Decorate with a vase of handy utensils
- Add pendant lighting - it will enhance the overall look of your kitchen, and provide the extra light needed to perfect your next cooking creation
5. Design around Work
- Decorative, washable table runners are practical and ready for anything from quick dinners to messy homework
- Small chalkboards on stands are a trendy way to display or to-do lists
- Fruit baskets are decorative and colourful and encourage healthy snacking
6. Display Seasonal Items
- Sleek and Modern: Fresh, seasonal produce in a modern bowl
- Farmhouse: Freshly cut wildflowers in a vintage vase
- Beach House: A collection of seashells, starfish, or coral in a glass vessel
- Eclectic: A variety of greenery and/or herbs in pots
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