A wood floating shelf decorated with string lights and tiny pine trees stretches above the length of the white countertop in this moody kitchen. Two black wall sconces projecting over the counter match the black cabinets underneath.
36 Beautifully Styled Farmhouse Kitchen Counter Décor
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February 4, 2023
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The first verb usually ascribed to farmhouse or countertops is functionality. Fortunately, there’s room for more than one truth when considering your farmhouse kitchen counter décor. Yes, both aesthetics and function can co-exist! Though your trusty coffee maker and spice rack are forerunners for prized real estate, an arranged centerpiece or unique vase can breathe life into your farmhouse counter décor.
Experimenting with color palettes like pastels or dramatic grays and surface materials like Calacatta marble or intentionally pairing elements of your cabinets with your counter works wonders. When styling those solid surfaces, you’ll find that it does not take much, and there is something for everyone. We have curated a few bookmark-worthy ideas so keep reading for inspiration to style your cooking space.
02 of Gray Marble Countertop With White Cabinets
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Gray staggered backsplash provides the backdrop for the gray marble countertop in this kitchen. Above and below the countertop are white cabinets and drawers with black hardware. A small light wood stool stands next to the counter.
03 of Floral Arrangement on Modest Countertop
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The charm of this white counter adorned with pink rose arrangements atop pastel cabinets with a floral curtain hanging across the front is a nod to modest farmhouse kitchens. A classic stainless double kitchen sink and tap complete the look.
04 of Calacatta Counter in Neutral Kitchen
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A white range hood is mounted on a staggered, gray backsplash between arched windows in this neutral farmhouse kitchen. It makes the perfect backdrop to the exquisite facing Calacatta marble counter featuring a single plant-filled vase.
05 of Lemon Kitchen Interior Inspiration
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In this modern kitchen, lemon décor takes center stage in a cloche with tassel and an abstract vase with foliage. A black vase also sits next to the items on a gray countertop. White cabinets can be seen surrounding the island.
06 of White Kitchen With Black Veined Countertop
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This black countertop introduces boldness among the unassuming neutral whites of the cabinets and oval-patterned backsplash. The wood bowl, brown-leafed plant in a white vase, and wood trays introduce warm touches to the counter.
07 of Neutral Kitchen Island Counter Décor Ideas
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Woven pumpkins matched with a tasseled ivory beaded garland are cozily placed around a flower-filled bronze vase to add personality to this farmhouse counter décor. Opposite the counter, stainless appliances interrupt the flow of beige cabinets.
08 of Statement Vases on Gray Kitchen Island
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This stoic modern kitchen features a gray marbled countertop accessorized with statement-making vases in shades of gray and white. The vases with pink and white flowers soften the dramatic décor despite taking up a significant portion of counter space.
09 of Cozy Kitchen With Marble Counter
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Earthy tones like the wood flooring and brown leafy wreath affixed to a white range hood fit well in this rustic farmhouse kitchen. The kitchen boasts white cabinets and subway tiles above an L-shaped quartz marble countertop.
10 of Gray Island Counter With Black Glass Pendant
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This white kitchen boasts matching gray marble countertops above white cabinets and for the island surface. A black glass pendant suspends over a gorgeous vase of white flowers on top of the island, presented on an oval wooden paddle.
11 of Cross Back Chairs Under Marbled Counter
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White cabinets paired with gray tiled backsplash complements the gray marbled island counter in this farmhouse kitchen. Two cross-back chairs occupy the island, and a wreath affixed to a white door adds a pop of color to the neutral kitchen.
12 of Ceramic Vases on Farmhouse Countertop
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This farmhouse kitchen island countertop features a round wood tray displaying blue and white ceramic jars and a white pitcher with pink flowers. Wood-paneled windows flanked by two wall sconces above the opposite counter gift the kitchen with adequate lighting.
13 of Floating Wood Shelves Above White Counter
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A white sconce mounts a white marble backsplash above floating wood shelves. The matching white marble countertop displays a wood paddle, a lit candle, and two wood toy models next to a stainless cooktop.
14 of Light Wood Island With Quartz Countertop
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Beige pendant lights are suspended over a pristine light wood farmhouse kitchen island. The white quartz island countertop displays an arrangement of ceramic vases. Hints of black in the cabinet hardware and bar stool legs weave a sleekness into the neutral kitchen.
15 of Light Wood Stools Under Quartz Island Countertop
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Light wood stools sit under a white kitchen island with an overhanging white veined quartz countertop. Black and white ball pendants enhanced with gold accents mimic the color pairing of the white cabinets and black range with gold fittings.
16 of White Counter Against White Backsplash
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The clean finish of this white countertop transcends to the white cabinets with oversized nickel handles and a white, polished subway backsplash. The countertop seamlessly pairs with a white kettle, coffee maker, and knife holder on its solid surface.
17 of Mixed Material Countertops in Farmhouse Kitchen
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The island in this farmhouse kitchen boasts a light wood countertop accessorized with a black woven vase. Garland drapes the window above the opposite brown marble counter space. A black pendant illuminates the tasseled rug on the kitchen floor.
18 of White Countertop for White Kitchen
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Wooden bar stools by this white kitchen island lend warmth to the all-white farmhouse kitchen countertop décor. A tasseled ivory-tone bead and wicker woven star in a rectangular wood centerpiece on the countertop adds additional warmth.
19 of Glass Pendant Over Peninsula Kitchen Counter
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Three glass pendants light up this homey country kitchen with a white peninsula countertop. The counter features a white farmhouse apron sink above stained wood cupboards, while a rack neatly packed with towels is attached to the side.
20 of Black Ceramic Vase as Island Centerpiece
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Black ceramic vase displaying a bundle of pine is illuminated by vintage kitchen island pendant lighting. White countertop covers a black kitchen island. White cabinets and stainless steel appliances are joined by a calendar and roman numeral clock.
21 of Kitchen Countertop with Backsplash Lip
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White kitchen cabinets are topped by a gray and black countertop with backsplash lip. A stainless steel microwave is fitted above a gas cooktop between white wall cabinets with black hardware.
22 of Woven Wood Chairs With Concrete Kitchen Island
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Eye-catching white woven bamboo chairs seated at a brown marbled countertop adds a coastal vibe to this farmhouse kitchen counter décor. White cabinets and a white ice refrigerator with brass handles surround the concrete kitchen island.
23 of Pastel Island With White Countertop
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A purposefully placed textured white kitchen runner on light wood flooring in front of this pastel blue kitchen island is a dreamy combination. The charming white island countertop sits underneath a gold pendant that subtly matches the gold cabinet handles.
24 of White Kitchen Cabinets and Blue Sideboard
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White and blue Moroccan rug lays on wood kitchen flooring in front of a white island with light gray countertop. Blue sideboard with drawers stands beneath white shelves that display decorative kitchen items. White shaker cabinets complete the kitchen.
25 of Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Counter Décor Idea
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Two gold-rim glass vase with white flowers masterfully elevates this quartz marble island countertop. Plush white velvet upholstered bar chairs with black and gold legs along the island further infuse modernity in the farmhouse kitchen.
26 of Powder Blue Kitchen Island With Hutch
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Powder blue kitchen island sits beneath lantern style white and glass pendant lighting with gold accents. Stained wood flooring is paired with white walls and countertops. A white kitchen hutch displays a collection of glassware.
27 of White Island Counter With Antique Brass Kitchen Tap
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This white kitchen is a beautiful blend of wood and metal. A wood range hood mounts above an industrial range, while brass industrial pendants illuminate a round wood tray on the white countertop next to an antique brass kitchen tap.
28 of Vintage Centerpiece on Calacatta Counter
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Two metal-wrapped glass bowl pendants suspend over a vintage centerpiece next to two smaller vases filled with Christmas pine on a Calacatta marble countertop. Three frame wall art pieces grace the opposite wall in this neutral kitchen.
29 of White and Stainless Accessorized Farmhouse Counter Décor
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Potted white orchids on a round stainless tray paired with a white pumpkin exude a delicate style choice for this farmhouse kitchen counter décor. The adjacent stainless range hood mounting the gray subway backsplash provides a clever industrial contrast.
30 of Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen with Copper Accessories
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Copper pots and pans are hung under a white shiplap range hood with natural wood trim between white cabinets. The vintage pendant over a worn wood island in the middle emphasizes the rustic nature of this kitchen.
31 of White Farmhouse Kitchen Island With Spacious Drawers
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The wood elements of the barn pantry door, floor, and wood beams across the ceiling add a rich depth to the clean simplicity of this farmhouse kitchen counter décor. The white island countertop features spacious white drawers with black handles.
32 of Black Island Counter With Vintage Chandeliers
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Two vintage chandeliers and recessed lights illuminate the black countertops in this farmhouse kitchen. Wreaths decorate the side of the island and the front of the white cabinets. A diamond-patterned black and white mat grace the stained wood floor.
33 of Polished Black Countertop in Farmhouse Kitchen
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The wood and metal centerpiece featuring a potted pine plant and a tiny wood house draws the eyes to this polished, black kitchen island countertop. Three pendants illuminate the countertop accommodating a black cooktop and seating black rail back chairs.
34 of Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen Décor Ideas
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A bound bundle of wheat and a small glazed white plate embellished with the word “Friendsgiving” on this farmhouse counter lean casually against the tiled backsplash. Scattered fall leaves around two woven pumpkins are on one side of the plate.
35 of Wood Shiplap Island With Gray Countertop
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This farmhouse kitchen features a wood shiplap kitchen island with a gray countertop. Ornate bar stools are seated around it while glass bowl pendants descend over a eucalyptus-filled glass vase on a stack of wooden paddles displayed on the countertop.
36 of Gray Counter With Herringbone Backsplash
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Stacked wood trays accessorized with a white pumpkin and candle lay on a gray marbled kitchen island countertop in this charming kitchen. The island faces a white shiplap range hood trimmed with natural wood mounted against a white herringbone backsplash.
