A white kitchen island sits next to three wooden stools on a wooden floor. A metal vase sits in the center of it. Two gold and white pendant lights hang above the island. White cabinets line the white shiplap walls while white dishes, canisters and potted plants line the counters. White appliances with gold handles are showcased between the cabinets.
36 Trendy Farmhouse Kitchen Island Ideas for a Spacious Look
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April 9, 2023
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A kitchen island provides extra space for preparing meals, can be used as a table or serving space, and allows you to use the extra space in the center of a kitchen that would otherwise go to waste. The island can also personalize or decorate your kitchen to match your favorite theme or aesthetic.
The farmhouse aesthetic is trendy and for good reasons. It can be customized for a more modern and minimalist design or you can make it rustic and give it a more country feel. You can make it cozy and inviting with things like wooden cutting boards, vintage canisters and crocks, and colored flowers. If you have a farmhouse kitchen island or are thinking about installing one, let this collection inspire your design.
02 of Cozy Wood Kitchen Ideas
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White cabinets hang above wooden drawers and a white counter. A matching rustic island sits in the center of the kitchen and holds a sink, glass bottles, and a black wire paper towel holder. Two black lantern pendant lights hang above the island. A black table with matching chairs is positioned in the dining room with a black metal chandelier hanging above.
03 of White Cabinets in a Farmhouse Kitchen
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A white island displays a white runner and a round tray. White chairs with black legs and studded accents are pushed up to it. Three black pendant lights hang above it. Matching white cabinets and counters are decorated with wooden trays and pitchers and a white-tiered tray full of trinkets. A green wreath hangs on the shiplap wall near an entryway. A beige rug is pulled up to the sink.
04 of White Kitchen With Stainless Steel Appliances
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Two round pendant lights hand above a white kitchen island in the center of the room. Metal chairs with brown leather cushions are pulled up to the counter. Stainless steel appliances are arranged between white cabinets. Wooden cutting boards, white trays, canisters, and small signs line the white counters.
05 of Curved Kitchen Island Ideas
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White cabinets are decorated with greenery and hang over a white subway tile backsplash. The white counters are adorned with a wooden tray with a pitcher of utensils, a wooden sign, wooden cutting boards, and small appliances. A stainless steel fridge rests nearby. A curved kitchen island with a white base and wooden counter is set with round placemats, white plates, and blue glasses. a wooden lantern sits on the counter on a black and white tablecloth next to a small plant.
06 of White Kitchen With Wood Island
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A dark wood kitchen island with a white top sits in the center of a spacious kitchen. Two chairs are pulled up to it and three pendant lights hang above it. White cabinets lines the wall and stainless steel appliances are situated between them. White and beige vases of flowers and wooden cutting boards decorate the counters.
07 of Black and White Kitchen Décor
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A white kitchen island with a gray counter is decorated with black and gray vases on a wooden tray with white and green flowers. White cabinets line the wall behind the island next to black appliances and a white subway tile backsplash. A tray of bottles, wooden cutting boards, and potted plants decorate the counters. Black and white rugs with stripes and geometric patterns cover the floor in front of the refrigerator and sink.
08 of White Kitchen Cabinets With Wood Island
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White cabinets line the wall of a gray kitchen with white trim. A wooden island sits in the center of the natural wood floor with a white counter. Two black farmhouse pendant lights hang over the island. A tobacco basket and wooden crate decorate the tops of the cabinets. Wooden cutting boards and a tray of white décor adorn the counters.
09 of Neutral Kitchen Island With Wood Vent Hood
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Two black farmhouse lanterns hang above a white kitchen island. The island is decorated with a wooden slab holding a vase of yellow flowers and a cleaning solution. A beige and gray runner covers the floor between the island and a set of white cabinets and stainless steel stove. Two white cabinets hang on each side of the wooden range good and a large wreath adorns the front.
10 of Simple Kitchen Décor Ideas
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White cabinets and stainless steel appliances line a small kitchen, while a wooden tray, small farmhouse trinkets, a white crock of utensils, a black knife block, and a beige pitcher adorn the white countertops. A wooden island stands in the center of the kitchen on a beige tile floor. The white counter displays a round wooden tray with a pitcher of orange flowers, a glass candle jar, and a small framed sign.
11 of Brick Backsplash Ideas for Kitchens
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A soft green kitchen island sits in the center of this kitchen with a gray brick backsplash and white cabinets. Blue vases full of colorful flowers and a wooden tray decorate the top of the island. Framed images adorn the counters. Three clear pendant lights hang above the island and a wooden range hood hangs above the oven.
12 of White Kitchen Island With Wooden Stools
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Four wooden stools with black metal legs are pulled up to a white kitchen island with a beige counter. A small round wooden tray adorns the counter with a small sign and a gold vase. Three clear pendant lights hang above the island. The cabinets are decorated with metal letters, a basket, and a pot of greenery. The counters hold white crocks full of wooden utensils, a wooden bowl of fruit, and wood cutting boards. A small wreath hangs above the stove.
13 of Brown and White Farmhouse Kitchen Décor
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A grey and brown paisley runner covers the floor between a white kitchen island with a wooden top and a white vase of dried flowers, a wooden bowl, and beige cabinets. The white counters are decorated with wood cutting boards and a white crock of utensils. A white pan sits on the stope and a built-in shelf acts as a spice rack. Two round pendant lights hang above the island. A brown dining table with black chairs is situated in the center of the dining room with a black chandelier hanging above.
14 of White and Wood Farmhouse Kitchen Ideas
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A kitchen with a cathedral ceiling and exposed wooden beams is glowing with soft light from two metal pendant lights with white shades. They hang above a large white kitchen island with a wooden base. Five wooden stools are pulled up to the island. White cabinets hang on a wall with a black knife block. Recessed lighting adds more light to brighten up the kitchen.
15 of White Farmhouse Kitchen Décor
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A large white and gray island is centered in a bright kitchen. Four wooden chairs are pulled up to it on one side and a white runner covers the floor on the other side. Stainless steel appliances are positioned between white cabinets with windows and silver handles. White canisters and wooden cutting boards decorate the white counter in front of a white subway tile. A round tray with a pitcher vas of white tulips decorates the island and two gold lantern pendant lights hang from a beam above it.
16 of Marble Counter on Kitchen Islands
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Three black pendant lights hang above a white kitchen island with a marble top. Four black and brown stools are placed underneath and a blue vase with greenery sits on the center of the island next to the bronze faucet. White counters are decorated with a white crock of utensils and a wooden knife block against white subway tile. Blue cabinets stand nearby with white décor. Wooden cutting boards hang on the wall next to white curtains. A small white table sits near the window and a beaded chandelier hangs above it.
17 of Country Kitchen Island Ideas
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A metal pot and pan rack hangs from a white panel ceiling and above a small island with a white base and wooden counter. The counter is decorated with a white pitcher of purpose and green flowers, a beige lamp, stacked plates, and a round wooden tray. A metal stool with a wooden seat is pulled up to it. Industrial shelves hang above the dishwasher and beige counter displaying cutting boards, dishes, pots of flowers, glasses, and small appliances. Black and brown vases sit in the window above the sink and more cutting boards are stacked against white subway tile next to a stainless steel stove with a white range hood.
18 of Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen Ideas
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A wooden dresser sits against a shiplap wall below wooden industrial shelves. White and brown mugs, a pitcher of cotton stems, and other white serving ware adorns the shelves and a coffee bar setup is spread on the dresser. White shelves hang nearby with white canisters, brown baskets, stacked white dishes, and small framed images. A white farmhouse kitchen island with a wood top is centered on the rustic wood floor and displays a small wood box with glass jars of greenery. A farmhouse sign hangs on the end of the island.
19 of Large Kitchen Island Ideas
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A large kitchen island with a gray base and a white counter sits in the center of a spacious kitchen and is surrounded by wicker chairs with bow accents. Round trays of trinkets and a potted plant adorn the island. Stainless steel appliances are arranged between white cabinets and a green wreath hangs beneath the range hood. Cutting boards and plants adorns the counters. A white basket sits in the corner of the room with a large plant.
20 of Farmhouse Kitchen Décor Ideas
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A black and white farmhouse sign hangs on the wall above a mug rack adorned with white mugs and a green wreath. A white kitchen island with a dark wood top sits in the center of the room on the light wood floor. It is adorned with a white vase full of colorful flowers. Brown chairs are pulled up to it and a black chandelier hangs above it. A small potted plant sits on a shelf near an outlet and a black and white rug covers the floor.
21 of Cozy Gray Kitchen Island
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A light gray kitchen island with a wooden counter sits in the center of a wooden floor. Three wood chairs are pulled up to it. Gray placemats hold three place settings and a clear vase displays white and green flowers. The white shiplap walls hold wood shelves stacked with glass jars and vases, and wooden cutting boards are stacked against the wall on the white counter. A gray and white rug rests on the floor in front of the white apron sink.
22 of Chevron Backsplash Kitchen Ideas
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A white chevron tile backsplash wraps around this kitchen with white cabinets. The top cabinets have glass doors and are full of white dishes, potted plants, vintage scales, and wooden trays. The counters are adorned with wood cutting boards and white vases with yellow flowers. A metal pot rack hangs above a large white island with a wooden top. A three-tiered metal tray sits in the center of the island and holds metal mugs, white dishes, and white mugs.
23 of Halloween Christmas Décor Ideas
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A white kitchen island with a brown counter sits on a white tile floor in the center of this kitchen. It is decorated with a wooden tray holding a pumpkin cutout and a black vase of dried flowers. A black towel bar hangs on the side of the island adorned with a Halloween tea towel, wood cutting boards, and a basket of fall leaves and flowers. Black bats decorate the white cabinets and subway tile backsplash. The counter is decorated with a tiered tray of farmhouse décor, white canisters, and potted plants.
24 of White Kitchen With Brick Accent Wall
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Three black metal chairs are pulled up to a white kitchen island with a grey marble counter. Black pendant lights with clear domes hang above the white countertop. A small brick accent wall is decorated with a clock and a pizza board. A macrame plant hanger hangs in the corner of the kitchen between the windows.
25 of Christmas Décor for White Kitchens
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A black kitchen island with a white counter is decorated with large clear vases filled with white candles and holiday garland. A white upholstered chair with stud accents is pushed up to it. White cabinets hang on a white subway tile backsplash and above a white counter. It is decorated with a holiday sign, a knife block, and a white vase of red flowers.
26 of White Kitchen Island Décor
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Black lantern pendant lights hang above a white farmhouse kitchen island. A large clear vase with white flowers adorns the island. A gallery wall of photos creates a statement in the dining room and a small white side table displays a vase of flowers and framed images. A nearby black cabinet is decorated with a large mirror, a wreath, and framed images.
27 of White and Beige Farmhouse Kitchen Ideas
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A double round black chandelier hangs from an exposed beam between a small living room and a kitchen. A large white island displays a round basket of white dishes, a sink with a gold faucet, and drawers with gold hardware. Wooden chairs are pulled up to the island and a clear pendant light hangs above. Four photos create a gallery wall in the living room and a brown count sits in front of a white brick fireplace with a white mantel. A TV hangs on the fireplace and a round black table displays a brown lamp with a white lampshade.
28 of Sleek Black and White Kitchen Ideas
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A sleek black kitchen island stands in the center of a kitchen under two black lantern pendant lights. White cabinets with black hardware surround the island and are decorated with white planters or greenery. Wooden floating shelves hang on each side of the windows and hold more potted plants and farmhouse décor. A black and white rug is spread on the floor in front of the stove and a wooden range hood hangs above it.
29 of Green Kitchen Island Inspiration
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Black metal lanterns hang from an exposed wooden beam above a green farmhouse kitchen island with a white counter. A wicker basket of purple flowers adorns it and two black chairs are pulled up to it. A white refrigerator sits on one side of a green sliding barn door. White cabinets stand on the other side of the room and is adorned with a wooden cutting board and a pot with a snake plant.
30 of Rustic Farmhouse Kitchen With Patterned Floor Tile
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This rustic farmhouse kitchen features tile ideas for kitchen floors with a gray and white patterned tile. A small shiplap island is accompanied by two white metal chairs and topped with stained wood. White cabinets extend around the kitchen, joined by white subway tile.
31 of Blue Kitchen Island Ideas
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Two black metal lantern pendant lights hang above a blue kitchen island with a white apron sink and a stainless steel dishwasher built into it. A black faucet and a small glass jar adown the black and white speckled counter. A stainless steel refrigerator stands beside a white pantry door and white cabinets. A wicker basket with a fern rests on top. A wooden sign hangs above the pantry door and a blue rug dresses the wood floor. A nearby gallery wall leads to a hallway with a macramé wall hanging.
32 of Black Bar Stools in White Kitchen
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This cheery space boasts a light wood kitchen island with a white countertop. Black bar stool seating contrasts with the lighter palette of the space which also features white cabinetry. Metal pendant lights hang above the island.
33 of Gold Accents in a Farmhouse Kitchen
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White cabinets hang on gray shiplap walls and display gold hardware. Wood cutting boards a white crock of utensils, and a wooden knife block decorate counters against a white subway tile backsplash. A blue and beige rug sits on the floor next to white a island with a matching counter. A wooden tray rests on the counter and displays a white vase with a leafy green plant and a gold candle. Two gold lantern pendant lights hang above it.
34 of Black and White Rustic Kitchen Ideas
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A rustic white wooden farmhouse kitchen island stands on a brown tile floor. The bottom shelf is adorned with a glass cloche, a chicken sign, white dishes and serving trays, and recipe books. The top is decorated with a metal trough of white flowers. A wooden coat hanger embellishes the beige wall and is decorated with aprons, towels, wooden cutting boards, and other linens. A sign hangs above the black pantry door and white cabinets cover the walls with a brown brick backsplash. Black and white trinkets cover the black counter next to a black stove and oven. Two black pendant lights hang above the island.
35 of White Kitchen Island Beadboard End Panel
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White beardboard kitchen island end panel is topped with a black countertop lit by black and glass pendant lights. Dark stained wood cross back chairs are tucked under the countertop overhang next to the dining room.
36 of Rustic White Farmhouse Kitchen
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A white rustic kitchen island sits in the center of a hardwood floor. The bottom shelf is decorated with white baskets and the top displays a large wire basket full of white flowers. Wooden bowls, white cloches, and white pots of greenery decorate the black counters above the white cabinets. A farmhouse frame hangs above the window and a pendant light hangs above the sink.
