Wondering how to decorate your kitchen countertops so they look incredibly beautiful? It can be difficult to know what pieces to put together to create the perfect decor style.
In this post, I show you 25 incredibly stunning kitchen counter decor ideas to get you inspired.
Whether you’re interested in minimal, boho, or rustic kitchen counter decor, you’ll definitely find your favorite kitchen countertop decor style here.
Kitchen Counter Ideas
1. Holly Flowers and Cookbooks on a Wooden Board
If you like a minimal decor style and it happens to be fall, try out this design. You can put together a few cookbooks, a jar filled with holly flowers and pumpkins, and a bottle of wine over a wooden board. The flowers and the pumpkins really give off a winter decor vibe and it looks so cozy.
PHOTO: books stacked on wooden board
2. Bright Yellow Towel and Orange Flowers In A Vase
This is the perfect kitchen counter decor for spring. You can pair a bright yellow towel with a vase of dried yellow flowers on a tray. If you love yellow, you’ll like seeing this on your kitchen countertop. Also, you can add some wood pieces as decorations such as a wooden block underneath the vase.
PHOTO: bright hand towel and yellow flowers
3. Christmas Decor With Fairy Lights
When you’re getting into the Christmas mood, try decorating your kitchen counter by putting some green Christmas tree ceramics on a wooden board and wrapping them with fairy lights. This decoration is so festive and really gives off a ton of Christmas spirit.
PHOTO: christmas kitchen counter decor with fairy lights
4. Round Tray With Succulents, Salt Pepper Shaker, and Utensils
One of the simplest ways to decorate your kitchen counter is to put a can of big utensils, a salt and pepper shaker, and a big succulent on a circular wooden tray. This is also incredibly practical because you’ll need those utensils and salt and pepper shakers. Place it close to your stove so you can easily reach for it.
PHOTO: circular tray with salt and pepper shaker and greenery
5. Clear Hand Soap and Dish Soap Combo
Dish soap and hand soap are things you need to have on your kitchen sink countertop but it’s easy to look dirty. So why not make it look aesthetic by choosing clear glass bottles and putting them on a circular ceramic tray? Also, use either a neutral color sponge or a brush to make it look aesthetically pleasing.
PHOTO: clear hand soap jars and brush
6. Round Wooden Tray With Herbs, Utensils, and Oils
This setup for your kitchen counter is super practical. You can put together a can of big utensils for cooking, your necessary oils, and also a pot of herbs. Each of these pieces aren’t just for the aesthetic but it’s usable for your cooking. Put these pieces over a circular wooden tray. You can even choose a lazy Susan tray to easily access the oils.
PHOTO: clear jars for oils in circular tray
7. Cookbook With Cookbook Holder
One of the most beautiful ways to decorate your kitchen countertop is simply by having a cookbook on a cookbook stand. If that’s too plain for you, add some wooden details like a wood cutting board or wooden tray. Add a green plant to pair with the wood too.
PHOTO: cookbook on a stand for kitchen countertop decor
8. Wooden Cutting Boards Leaning Against Kitchen Wall
The whole setup is definitely not for the minimalist but rather for those who like to have their kitchen countertops filled with beautiful pieces. You can have cutting boards leaning against the countertop wall, a jar of wooden utensils, and a rattan tray filled with cookbooks and a plant.
PHOTO: cutting boards and rattan basket
9. Big Bunch of Greenery With Candle
One way to decorate your kitchen island counter is to choose a big green plant in a gray vase. This will make a statement in your kitchen. For some side items, you can have a candle and also a jar of matches. To add more wood details, you can put all of these pieces over a circular wooden board.
PHOTO: dark greenery on a wooden board for kitchen decor
10. Fall Leaves In A Vase and Fall Candle
This setup is the perfect decoration for fall and gives off tons of cozy vibes. Here we have a vase filled with fall leaves, a pumpkin, and a pumpkin candle. Put this over a circular wooden tray on your kitchen island to make a statement.
PHOTO: fall kitchen counter decor
11. Two-Tier Tray With Candle and Lamp
A two-tier wooden tray is another great way to decorate your kitchen counter. Decorate the tray with things like square-shaped napkins, a candle, and salt and pepper shakers. For some side decorations, you can add a fairy lamp and a jar of green leaves.
PHOTO: farmhouse kitchen counter decor with a lamp
12. Greenery In Vase and Candle
A wonderful way to add more greenery to your kitchen is by adding a ton of green leaves in a glass jar. Choose a big bunch of green leaves so it can stand out in your kitchen. For some other side decorations, you can add a candle and a vase on a wooden tray.
PHOTO: greenery for kitchen counter decor
13. Soap in Black Bottles and Brushes
Another way to elevate your hand soap and dish soap is to put them in black bottles and on a round ceramic tray. Choose a tray that has a can on the side so you can place your reusable brushes inside. This can get dirty and filled with water easily so make sure to clean it frequently.
PHOTO: hand soap and brushes in a sink tray for kitchen counter decor
14. Kitchen Lamp and Wooden Tray
If you want to achieve a cozy vibe in your kitchen, get yourself a statement lamp and put it underneath your cabinets. To decorate the countertops even more, try putting a green plant, mugs, and salt and pepper shakers over a wooden tray.
PHOTO: kitchen lamp for kitchen countertop decor idea
15. Minimal Salt and Pepper Jars On Wooden Tray
If you love a minimal design, you’ll love this kitchen decor idea. Place salt and pepper cans over an irregular wooden board. This looks amazing on your kitchen countertop and is also super practical too. Keep this tray near your stove so you can easily access it.
PHOTO: minimal salt and pepper jars on a wooden board
16. Lavender Flowers In Vase On Marble Board
If you love mixing shapes and textures together for your decor, you’ll love this idea. First, get yourself a marble raised tray and place a vase of dried lavender flowers and cooking oils on the tray. Then, behind the tray, you can lean a few wooden cutting boards on the wall as well as a cookbook. I love how this design combines circular shapes and rectangular shapes so it makes the decor look interesting.
PHOTO: plant and oils on a marble stand
17. Pastel Flowers In Vase and Wooden Cutting Boards
If you like the previous kitchen decor idea but want to keep it more minimal, this setup is perfect. Try pairing a white jar of dried purple flowers and also a few wooden cutting boards leaning against the wall. I love the look of a circular wooden board paired with a rectangular cutting board.
PHOTO: purple flowers with white jar
18. Rattan Basket With Wooden Bowls
If you love a rustic kitchen decor look, try putting wood pieces inside a big rattan basket. To make the decor look more rustic, choose wooden bowls that have a darker uneven color. You can also add a small flower vase as well.
PHOTO: rattan basket with dark wood bowls and plates rustic kitchen counter decor
19. Rectangular Rattan Tray With Photo Frame
If you want to go for a boho kitchen decor style, get yourself a rectangular rattan tray and place a few things inside it. Some things you can put inside are a vase of flowers, a photo frame, and mugs. Add a towel sticking out to add a nice touch.
PHOTO: rectangular rattan tray with photo frame
20. Soap In Amber Bottles
If you love a rustic look, try setting up your hand soap and dish soap in amber color bottles. Put these two bottles over a tray and add a brush as well. If you want to go a step further, you can also attach a black label on the bottle as well.
21. Greenery In Vase With Sugar and Tea Jars
If you love white and green and also wood, this is the perfect combination for your kitchen countertop. Here we have a jar of green leaves, sugar and tea canisters, and mugs all over a thick wooden board. Add a striped towel to add some more different textures.
PHOTO: sugar and tea jars with greenery
22. Vintage Two-Tier Tray With Teapot
If you love a vintage kitchen style, try getting a two-tier tray with ceramic plates. Add a teapot and teacup on each of the levels. On the bottom section, add some pine cones or some green foliage to add some color.
PHOTO: vintage tea tiered tray with teapot
23. Cookbook and Mugs on Wooden Board
This kitchen decor setup is half modern, half rustic. The wooden rectangular board has dents and uneven color which looks rustic. The items on top of the board have more modern pieces like the ceramic mugs, cookbook, and a ceramic vase with dried flowers.
PHOTO: wooden cutting board and cookbook and mugs
24. Can of Big Utensils
This is another super practical decor to add to your kitchen countertop. For this setup, you can add a canister of wooden utensils and also a few cooking oil jars. Put these pieces all over a wooden board. On the side, add a green plant to add some colors.
PHOTO: wooden utensils in a canister for kitchen counter decor
25. Green Leaves In Vase and Big Wooden Utensils
This is one of the most minimal kitchen decor ideas. It looks incredibly clean and modern. There are three main pieces in this setup. We have a ceramic jar filled with green leaves. Then, next to it, we have a canister filled with wooden utensils. Next to that, we have a small rattan round tray to put your fruits.
