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Three Pendants

This gorgeous kitchen from @stonebrook.home features three pendants over the large island. The oxidized nickel finish gives the fixtures an aged look, adding character to the kitchen design. Notice the pendants match the nickel hardware and faucet, creating a cohesion that works well with the timeless feel of the space.

What we like: Three pendants help balance the oversized island. “When designing, we typically use odd numbers,” says Wilson, “The amount of pendants needed will depend on the size of the island and the size of the pendants.”

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Concrete Finish

Glass and metal pendants are common, but we were blown away by the fact that these fixtures from @the.westnest are made of concrete! The lightweight concrete pendants help bring an earthy yet modern element to the kitchen. The two wide domes draw attention while still blending in nicely with the neutral color palette.

What we like: The pendants are hanging at the perfect height. “My rule is always 34″ to 36″ above the island countertop. This length will keep the line of sight open for everyone, regardless of their height,” says Wilson.

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Fabric Shades

Your island lighting can be a dramatic focal point or a soft and seamless accent like in this kitchen from Emily Woods of @emilywoodsathome. “I chose them because I love the combination of clean, bright neutrals and wood tones and these felt like they married the two really well [while] adding some formality to the space,” says Woods.

What we like: Fabric shades diffuse the light evenly, giving your island a nice cozy glow.