Pendant Lights for Kitchen Island

Discover Luxury Pendant Lights for Kitchen Island in Every Style

Compared to other areas of interior design, few elements pair as well as pendant lights over a kitchen island. Pendants are singular lights that hang by a cord, chain, or rod from the ceiling.

They are known for providing straightforward illumination above key spaces, such as your dining room or entryways. They also come in all kinds of shapes, sizes, and finishes, allowing you to execute your ideal designs without having to change your style.

At Lamps Plus, we make it easy to find the perfect choice for you and your home with our vast collection of pendant lights for kitchen island designs. Browse and find your favorites today.

Why Pendant Lights Work in Kitchen Island Design

The purpose of installing pendant lights is to combine form and function. In other words, they provide focused lighting against an otherwise common work surface - your kitchen island - and add to the appeal of your kitchen's interior design with a single switch.

Also, pendant lights shine downward. This means they create spot lighting that's perfect for kitchen islands, so you can chop away in a precise, illuminated style.

They're also a great starting point for renovating or updating your kitchen. You can use them as centerpieces and select the colors of your cabinets, countertops, and appliances based on their texture and finish.

When selecting pendant lights for your kitchen island, remember to carefully balance your choices based on their purpose, material, and size to avoid clashing or overloading the space.

How to Pick the Right Modern Pendant Lights for Kitchen Islands

Now that we understand what these dynamic lights can do, how do you know which pendant light is right for your kitchen island? Below, we'll go over the main factors you should consider when browsing and selecting options to install in your home. Use them as part of your design process, and you'll likely find the exact pendant lights you've been envisioning:

Purpose

As with most decisions, lead with purpose when choosing pendant lights. They can simply be for sleek accent lighting, giving your kitchen island a warm, welcoming look and feel, or something only you could imagine. No matter your goal, find a uniquely you fixture at Lamps Plus.

Largely, pendants are used for task lighting, providing direct, clear light on your counters so you can see and focus on prepping ingredients and serving meals.

Once you know what your pendant lights will be for, it'll be easier to select according to their size and style, as we detail further below.

Size

The size of your chosen pendant lights is important, especially when hanging above your kitchen islands. As previously mentioned, they should provide a subtle design feature with minimal task lighting - they should not be the size of chandeliers (browse our traditional pendant lights for an overhead look).

• If you want subtle accent lighting, consider smaller pendant lights, around 12 to 22 inches wide.
• To create a well-lit focal point over your kitchen island, use larger fixtures that are around 23 to 31 inches wide and larger.

Material & Style

Material is another important piece of getting into style. Pendant lights come in a wide variety of materials, from different types of metals, glass, paper, and even ceramic.

Each one has its own distinct texture that can easily make your lighting the focal point of your kitchen design. Make sure to match them with your given style. Here are a few examples.

• Glass pendants are a great fit for Traditional or Rustic design styles.
• For a bolder or more rustic look, consider metallic pendant lights for Industrial or Farmhouse interiors.
• For homes with Contemporary or Modern interiors, consider ceramic pendants, which have a softer, minimal, and understated look.

Tips for Pendant Lights for Kitchen Island Designs

Once you have selected the right pendants for your kitchen island, the next step is to make sure you properly install them so that you have a consistent and attractive design throughout the room. Here are a few tips and best practices to follow:

Choose a Fitting Height: The height of your pendants above the kitchen island is very important, as it affects the function and aesthetic value of the light itself. A general rule of thumb is to hang pendants 30-32 inches above the surface of your island for that surrounding, soft feel.

Consider the Number of Pendants: Generally, if you have smaller pendants, you can install up to three over a six-foot-long island. Larger pendants around 23 inches in width may allow for only two. Remember not to overpower the room with too many lights.

Space Properly: For an even, symmetrical appearance, make sure you space your pendants at least as wide as their diameter. If you're using only one larger pendant, all you need to do is place it just above the center of your island.

Think About Glare: It can be difficult to work or entertain in a kitchen with pendant lights that have blindingly bright bulbs. Consider pendants with diffusing shades, or use low-glare bulbs for comfortable yet functional task lighting.

What Lamps Plus Has to Offer

From all types of ceiling lighting to wall lights for indoor and outdoor spaces, our customers come to Lamps Plus because our inventory is diverse in design and excellent in value. So few retailers have as many high-quality light fixtures that fit nearly every design as we do.

Whether you're looking to execute a Contemporary, Traditional, Industrial, or Vintage kitchen design, we have the right pendant lights to hang above your island. Our lights also cover a range of elegant finishes, such as:

• Matte Black for minimal and Industrial designs
• Antique Brass for a lavish Mid-Century feel.
• Bronze or Gold to match any luxury kitchen.
• Clear and frosted Glass that complements nearly every design.