Interested in a mini kitchen remodel? If so, I think lighting is a good place to start. My five favorite kitchen lights are all pendants because they give you the biggest bang for your buck.
Decorative pendant lights tend to be visible anywhere in the room and can be the perfect stylistic jumping off point.
One great outcome of the new look in kitchens is that virtually everybody who can has either an island or peninsula. These are perfect spots to illuminate with some form of light.
Obviously I’m a fan of pendant lights. but if there is very little headroom you may also want to consider a stylish flushmount fixture. Flushmounts can offer the same designer look, but will not break up a sight line, especially if your island or peninsula overlooks a family room where you may need to keep an eye on the kids.
Here are some of my picks when it comes to pendants.
1. This slim and minimalist clear cylinder frosted glass pendant light would be ideal in a tight space or lined up along a long and narrow peninsula.
2. I love the look of this polished nickel pendant by Hudson Valley for over a breakfast room table. It has a mod, almost Palm Springs look.
3. A classic modern barn look is evident in this chrome pendant light by Possini Euro Design
4. If you like an industrial vibe for over your islands and counters, think about this bronze pendant light by Kichler. Like the minimal light, this pendant is also great for smaller spaces.
5. Rustic lighting can also be stylish like this bronze mini pendant also by Kichler. The sophisticated lodge look is extremely chic and doesn’t exhibit that classic heavy, rustic vibe.