This post shows you the best kitchen counter ideas.
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Are you looking for a way to spice up your kitchen with countertop decor?
This post shows you a complete list of the best kitchen counter ideas that cover organizing and decor.
The perfect kitchen decor for you
Finding the perfect little detail to add to your kitchen can be hard.
You want to ensure that everything ties in together without making the decor fade into the background.
First of all, you need to focus on functionality and then style.
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Especially if you are looking for something specific for your kitchen counter.
This list includes a ton of different styles based on unique ideas.
You can use this as a guide to creating the perfect kitchen space that suits your needs.
1. Wooden Board and flower tray
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Do you have a lot of wooden boards but nowhere to put them?
In that case, you can create a tray filled with all your wooden board.
Considering that you want something that doesn’t take up too much space this would be the perfect idea for your kitchen.
2. Wooden tray and condiment dispensers
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These ceramic condiment pieces are simple and a beautiful addition to the kitchen.
You can place them all into a wooden tray and add some herbs to your cooking.
3. White and wood kitchen utensils decor
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Keep things bright by sticking to the basic wood and white utensils.
You can also add some succulents and cookbooks to fill the space a little more.
4. Cookbooks and succulent decor
![modern farmhouse kitchen counter decor](https://malenapermentier.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/modern-farmhouse-kitchen-counter-decor.jpeg)
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Add your cookbooks and succulents to the kitchen counter.
It fills the unnecessary empty space while staying functional.
5. Coffee nook
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This little coffee nook sticks to the basics.
You have your coffee machine, milk frother, and a jar filled with your coffee pods.
6. Keeping the basics together on a tray
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Keep your kitchen essentials all together.
Knives, condiments, and utensils are all in one place for an effective and simple counter decor.
You can add some greenery if you want to liven things up.
7. Wood and white ceramic coffee nook
![simple kitchen counter decor](https://malenapermentier.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/simple-kitchen-counter-decor.jpeg)
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Wood circles have become a trendy decor piece.
They add a unique touch to the kitchen, and you can use them as a stand for your ceramic sugar and coffee pods.
This little coffee nook is something that every kitchen needs.
8. Countertop tea essentials
![kitchen island countertop decor ideas](https://malenapermentier.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/kitchen-island-countertop-decor-ideas.jpeg)
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This ceramic tea and honey pot set is a wonderful idea.
You can keep them on your counter and they will brighten up the whole place.
9. Simplistic greenery decor
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If you want to keep things simple then add some small touches to your counters.
Add flowers or herbs to the table with a small clock and matching salt and pepper shakers.
10. Wood board and baby’s breath decor stand
![Kitchen countertop ideas diy](https://malenapermentier.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Kitchen-countertop-ideas-diy.png)
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It’s always great to add some flowers to your kitchen. It freshens up the whole atmosphere.
You can add some small flowers, like baby’s breath, to any surface because they don’t take up a lot of space.
11. Black and white kitchen essential tray
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This black and white tray filled with essentials is a nice and bold addition to your kitchen.
It’s slightly different from the usual wood and marble kitchen decor and will stand out when you add some greenery.
12. Kitchen cleaning tray
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Keep a little tray with hand soap and towels in the kitchen for easy access.
It’s the perfect size to add next to your kitchen sink.
13. Wood and marble kitchen tray
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Keep all your needs together.
You can add salt and pepper shakers, wooden cutting boards, toothpicks, mortar and pestle, and utensils.
The wood and marble tie in together perfectly.
14. Dish soap holder
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If you want something a little smaller to add to your kitchen sink.
You can use a little wooden box and add some fake greenery and dish soap to it.
These little boxes are great since they don’t take up too much space.
15. Fairy light and ceramic kitchen tray
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Brighten up the hidden corners in your kitchen by using fairy lights and white ceramics.
You can pair this with a wooden tray that can tie everything together.
16. Books and greenery decor
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If you have a space that you need to fill up then I highly suggest this.
Make a little book nook for your cookbooks and plants on your kitchen table to easily access wonderful recipes.
17. Perfect soap bar on a wooden tray
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Mini wood trays are the perfect addition to any kitchen.
You can make use of these for soap stands or potted plants. These are wonderful due to their small size.
18. Cake stand and candle set
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The unique use of this cake stand is wonderful, considering it gives you a different way to make use of cake stands.
You can put your hand soap and dish soap onto the cake stand and pair it with one of your favorite candles.
This unique idea can offer you a fun new approach to kitchen decor.
19. Copper and wood utensils tray
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Copper pots and wood trays are a great unique way to showcase utensils, cutting boards, and some flowers.
20. Wood trays and kitchen utensil set
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This idea allows you to use fun decor instead of just utensils.
You can add flowers, candles, or even cookbooks. The limits are endless.
It all depends on how you want to use your kitchen space.
21. Wood and greenery kitchen counter decor
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Keep your salt, pepper, and butter tray on this counter set.
You can add your wooden utensils to this tray as well.
22. Light and dark wood boards in a circular tray
![how to decorate kitchen counters without clutter](https://malenapermentier.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/how-to-decorate-kitchen-counters-without-clutter.jpeg)
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Put all your party boards in one place.
This tray allows you to keep your utensils, cutting boards, and kitchen towels in one place.
Since this tray has a heavy accent with the wood, the best way to balance it out would be with some greenery.
23. Perfectly packed coffee nook
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If you want a coffee nook but OCD kills you, this would work well for you.
You can put all your mugs into the organizer and place your coffee or tea supplies in little jars.
You can even add coasters to your coffee machine so you never lose them again.
24. Mix-and-match mugs and cookies coffee corner
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I’m calling all coffee lovers and mug enthusiasts for this idea.
Keep your oddball collection of mugs together.
You can add some cookies to the coffee nook too.
This lets you keep all your morning coffee goodies together.
This idea instantly makes the kitchen feel more like a warm environment.
25. Silver basket condiment stands
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This idea is the best for the cooks of the house.
Keep all the condiments together so that you are ready to cook whenever you need to.
If you want to add something else to the tray, you can add some spices and plants like mint, basil, or whatever you feel you use often.
26. Hanging bar for cups and plants
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If you want to add a coffee nook but don’t have the table space, then I highly suggest this hanging coffee nook idea.
You can add your mugs, coffee, sugar, or tea to the rack on the bar.
This allows you to add personal touches without taking up unnecessary space.
27. Geometric tray with coffee essentials
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This bold black-and-white approach is the way to go when looking for a simple yet modern countertop idea.
You can pair this with a plant that fits well in the kitchen and add your coffee, sugar, and other add-ons to pair with your coffee maker or kettle.
28. Wooden trays for dish soaps
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This wood tray is a cute addition to the kitchen.
You can set your dish soaps and hand soaps in one place to use while at the sink.
This works well for any counter, but it looks best with a bunch of flowers at the sink on an island counter.
29. Simple wood and white kitchen tool set
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This set is great for a simple-style kitchen tray that allows you to keep all your kitchen utensils in one place.
You can add some lavender or even mint to bring a fresh touch to the kitchen.
It is a balance between the warm wood touches and the clean white ceramics.
30. Black tray with condiments and decor
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Try this if you want something simplistic. It keeps your condiments on hand when cooking this is the perfect fit for you.
You can even add spices or garlic or chili to the tray if you know that it’s something you always add to your meals.
Since you can add a wooden cutting board here, it keeps all the necessities together.
31. Wooden tray and greenery board
![wooden riser for kitchen counter](https://malenapermentier.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/wooden-riser-for-kitchen-counter.jpeg)
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The best way to brighten the kitchen is by adding lovely greenery to your decor.
By using the wood and white ceramic accents, you need an added touch of nature to bring liveliness to the table.
32. Rae Dunn inspired kitchen counter decor
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This kitchen counter corner decor with utensil holders is incredibly cute! It’s also easy to put together (and is practical AND cute)
33. Fall kitchen decor
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Add a subtle fall vibe to your kitchen by adding an orange candle on a stack of books, and dried flowers in a darker shade!
34. Coffee Nook
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Make your kitchen counter coffee nook part of the decor! I love how the coffee machine, cups, and wooden stands go so well together.
35. Summer on your kitchen counter
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It’s easy to add some summery decor to your kitchen! Do so with lemons and lemon scented candle.
A fresh pop of color instantly creates a cute vibe for summer.
36. Simple kitchen island counter decor
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This decor is so simple but SO good! I love everything about this setup.
37. Decorate with flowers of the season
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Peonies are a May/June flower and I LOVE how they look. Consider adding seasonal flowers to your kitchen island counter.
38. Essentials for your kitchen counter
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Use a round tray to group your kitchen counter essentials together in a stylish way! Things you use daily, like sugar, pepper, salt, things like that.
39. Make your dishwashing essentials look cute
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You can make the practical things on your kitchen countertop, like hand soap and dish washing soup, look cute!
Pick a soap holder that matches the style of your kitchen.
40. Go with a theme
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Consider decorating your kitchen countertop within a certain theme, like rustic farmhouse! Things like aged wooden cutting boards can really add charm to a kitchen countertop.
41. Vase with greenery
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A vase with greenery adds a lush and charming vibe to your kitchen counter. It’s also an inexpensive way to decorate!
42. Practical & cute decor
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Kitchen utensils can look really stylish when chosen mindfully! Think of wooden utensils in a cute marble utensil holder.
I love how this little kitchen counter nook has been put together!
43. Modern kitchen counter decor and essentials
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Another great example of how to playfully decorate with kitchen counter essentials like syrup dispensers and cute jars.
Find the right idea for your kitchen
With the above mentioned, you can list a few things to keep in mind when looking for decor ideas.
Firstly, find your aesthetic (for example, minimalist, vintage, or even modern.)
Secondly, take a look at which colors you want to incorporate.
Lastly, it would help to consider how to make it unique to you and your home.
Making your kitchen more inviting is the best way to create a homey environment by adding kitchen counter decor, which should be your end goal.
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