Using Wood and Ceramics to elevate YOUR Kitchen Counter
By far one of the most used design pieces in your kitchen is adding books, cutting boards, pots or vases to your counters to add a design element to the space while usually breaking up the counter space so it doesn't appear so bland. However, if you overdo it, your counter comes across cluttered and that is now wasted space.
Personally, I like to use cook books and cutting boards to draw my guests' eyes away from the appliances (or possible mess) that you may see in my kitchen. If you are wanting to elevate your kitchen space, or simply want an easy change that is inexpensive and easy to swap out, this is 100% the way to go. Let's break down some options that may work for you!
Corral With a Tray
One of my favorite ways to organize and decorate my kitchen counters is with trays! They make everything look better.A few ideas of things you could put on trays…
Make a little coffee station with your coffee maker and other accessories.
You could also do the same with a tea station. Corral a cute tea kettle with some canisters of your favorite tea.
Use a small tray by the sink for dish soap, lotion, and your scrub brushes.
Upgrade the Everyday Items
This is one of my very favorite ways to make a big difference in a utilitarian space like a kitchen or a bathroom. If you want to really elevate your space without a ton of effort, just try replacing your everyday kitchen tools for prettier versions.
Don’t Skimp on the Greenery
Adding fresh flowers and plants to your home has a big impact! Adding a vase of tulips or a clipping from the tree in your backyard adds a pop of color and texture that’s hard to replicate with anything else!
Display that Food!
A super simple way to create a beautiful countertop display is by utilizing the food you’ve already got! Here are a few ideas of how to do this:
Bake a cake on Sunday afternoon? Put it on a beautiful cake tray with a glass lid!
Have a bowl of fruit on the island with fresh fruits. Apples, Bananas, and oranges are all very easy to use and last a while.
A cookie jar is a great way to store your favorite cookies, and add a little You can use command strips to hang it on the backsplash – I love a beautiful, small art piece hanging between the stove and the vent hood!
My Biggest Tip: Try and Use What You Have
Using things like cutting boards, serving dishes, cake stands, bowls, trays, and mugs on your counters as kitchen counter decor is a really simple and functional way to create a beautiful kitchen! You can add mug hooks under open shelves to add a little personality and make them easy to reach, you could prop some cutting boards up against the backsplash, or you could set out a favorite serving dish as a display!
Get creative with what you already have around the house, and you’ll be surprised at how much of a difference it makes! Things like a lamp, candles, vases, and more can all be brought into your kitchen for a little personality without having to buy anything.
If you are unsure of how much to add, start with a blank slate and remember less is always more. Start small and you can always build on your design with time!
