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will the lanterns go exactly where the current ones are? If yes-I'm afraid they might create too many visual lines, because one will partialy cover other as you look into the kitchen. Can you ask someone to hold them so you can see whether it is so? Easier to evaluate such things when one in the room.

I need to do some calculations size wise, hope somebody chimes in meanwhile.

I do love the semi-flashmount. I really love your flooring. Wouldn't do shiplap on peninsula, but I'm not sure I understood you correctly. Can you clarify? Do you mean-the peninsula base?

I'd rather add colorful accessories. (can be fabric like in kitchen towels/a rug.. I love the flooring too much though..)) but that's the best way to break the yellow. Which doesn't bother me personally-but I hear from you it does bother you Then can be ceramics ..hardware if you like whimsy can come in color and even pattern..a plant..)

Right now peninsula is continuation of the kitchen, I think might be strange to visually "chop

"it..again, if I understood you correctly.

those lights are too big. they're meant for a very large island.

found a 12" one on sale

https://www.lampsplusopenbox.com/45h87.htm

you want farmhouse then this is the size/ style you need. or something similar. not the lanterns.

shiplap..yes

these would be perfect w/the pale aqua peninsula . on sale too. 14"

https://www.lampsplusopenbox.com/60k50.htm

or this 12" for $50.

You could actually spray those stools you have. if you like the black and white farmhouse, then spray them black or maybe a bright yellow or soft blue.

do the shiplap on the island and paint it the same as you're cabinets. (if you choose to paint)

you could even do a two tone.

i love this one. notice the light over the sink. the semi one you got is nice, but look at some of the school house style lights too.

why can't you paint the cabinets yourself? I have an excellent tutorial if you want to follow it. a few hundred for supplies, and a lot of time, is all you'll need.

love this dark blue/gray. you could do white uppers. notice the length of this island w/those size lights.

here's the schoolhouse pendant I mentioned. painted white cabs, new countertop w/backsplash, and notice the first two colors, below. Pale Oak is a great neutral. (But I'd suggest Simply White for the cabinets)

they also have a cheaper price on your schoolhouse light. $99

https://www.lampsplusopenbox.com/2w983.htm

or, get the chrome one for $52! they have 2 left

https://www.lampsplusopenbox.com/2w983.htm

Thanks Beth and April for the great feedback. My instincts tell me you’re right about the lantern size. I’ll be there this weekend so I’ll have my husband and son hold the two of them up to be sure, but I think you’re both right.

I had contemplated something like this: 5 light freemont on Wayfair for over the peninsula as an alternative. It is just 36” at the base and 40” at the widest point. It’s even bigger, but I was wondering if the fact that it’s linear would make it work.

I live the blue /aqua you suggested Beth. Does that colour coordinate with my floors, which I also love) and cabinets? I will likely paint the cabinets eventually, but not for the next 3-5 years while we’re renting it in the summer.

Thanks again!

You are thinking way too big here. That fixture would work over your dining table, but not in the kitchen.

1. do not put a pendant back over the sink, put a flush mount there, or even a look alike recessed LED surface mount

2. over the peninsula put up a piece of white track, or buy a bar with two pendants on it ( I like track better because it lets you really space them out better.

3. put a semi flush in the center that will let light out the top and bounce around the room a little better. or a simple directional light.

4. Beths picture with the dark navy island is so pretty!

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Progress-Lighting-Archie-5-75-in-W-Venetian-Bronze-Mini-Pendant-Light-with-Clear-Glass-Shade/50127668

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Home-Decorators-Collection-1-Light-Royal-Bronze-Mini-Pendant-with-Cage-Design-Shade-HB3533-281/206495015

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Halo-BLD-6-in-White-Integrated-LED-Recessed-Ceiling-Mount-Light-Trim-at-3000K-Soft-White-BLD606930WHR/305237983?mtc=Shopping-B-F_D27L-G-D27L-

Thank you. It’s so easy to get lost in the choices, I appreciate the reality check.

I have a question for RL Relocation LLC. You talked about getting a white track and then installing 2 pendants instead of one over the peninsula. I like that idea. Can I do that without adding a second outlet box in the ceiling?

@Cynthia Abbott Yes, that is actually kinda the point lol, you only need one power supply and can have multiple lights hang from it. you could even add extra working lights, not that you need it in this size of a space. With LED so available now you can put several on the track as well. I would consider swapping the switch to a dimmer switch if there isnt one already.

And you can use about any pendant you like as they make different adapters for cord, rod and chain hung fixtures.

I think replacing the fan over the DR table will make a big difference.

I'm not a fan of the pendant lighting in a kitchen. I find it distracting. Not sure if you were thinking because the ceilings were high that you're trying to take up the space? Not sure what to do over the peninsula, but what about a soffit on the ceiling above the peninsula? I am partial to recessed lighting in a kitchen, unless there is one area that you are trying to draw attention to as a decorative element and just the right lighting fixture works out.

I did want to say, that if you have a low budget, you are very lucky that the overall layout of the kitchen is very functional. The refrigerator on the inside wall and windows on the outside wall, adds a lot to the openness of the room and brings the light in Also lots of counter space. You have a lot to work with.

I also like the idea of paneling the underside of the peninsula.

I can see why you would want to change something color wise because of all the brown of the cabinets and floor. Without ripping everything out, I wonder if you could change the color of just the lower or upper cabinets and paint the walls?

Thanks Prariemoon - the room is pretty functional as is and I feel like I can mainly focus on cosmetic stuff. Someday sooner than later I’d like to change to countertop too, add a backsplash, etc. If only $ weren’t an option.

I love design, but I’m not that good at it. Not yet anyway. That’s why I truly appreciate the feedback I get from this forum!

Thx again

So I like bold and oversized....if you like it when the boys are holding it up, then go for it....take pictures while they are holding it up...sometimes it is easier to tell from a picture.

So, I'm writing again with a follow-up question. I've been thinking about the fact that the cabinets in my kitchen are not to my liking (far too much yellow in the room). What do you think if, in addition to adding ship lap to the peninsula I also painted the upper cabinets along the stove wall to match the new backing of the peninsula? Note: my reason, for only doing the upper cabinets is b/c we rent our cottage out and the current cabinet colour is quite low maintenance and it stands up well to wear and tear.

This approach would certainly help to break up the yellow, but I’m not sure how it would look or even what colour to paint it. I thought white would make the most sense, but I’m open to anything that will go well with the cabinets. Functionally speaking, I figured there is less wear and tear on the upper cabinets so the paint job is less likely to get damaged or become too dirty during the rental. Note: I wasn’t planning to do the pantry or any of the cabinets at all on the fridge wall.

If I go this route, I’m also contemplating changing the counter tops. I’d probably also add a simple backsplash (maybe white subway tile).

Thanks in advance for your reactions/suggestions

I have that chandelier from Lowes and love it.

That’s an awesome option. Love it, thanks!

Fiss I love that idea! So lets just put the breaks on buying any lighting if you are going to change up the counters and cabinets, then you might as well put in recessed lights and then have them space out for 2 pendants... just a thought.

Thanks guys! I appreciate the advice.

@Cynthia Abbott, I'm curious...what did you decide to do? I am in a similar dilemma for my peninsula and would love to see what you did.