7 Trendy Ways To Decorate The Empty Space Above Kitchen Cabinets
What do you do with that empty space above kitchen cabinets?
Unless your kitchen cabinets lead all the way up the wall, odds are you're looking at empty space between your cabinet tops and ceiling. You're probably wondering what to do with that awkward space above your kitchen cabinets. Although it may look weird, that "wasted space" actually has so much potential! Whether you're someone who appreciates home decor, or you're just looking for more kitchen storage, there are some pretty unique ways to make that cabinet gap look intentional and stylish!
Need ideas on how to use that space above your kitchen cabinets? These 7 trendy ways to decorate that dead space above your cabinets will have your kitchen feeling like it jumped straight out of an apartment therapy article!
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1. Install built-in storage
A great way to use up that space between your kitchen cabinets and ceiling is to install more storage! If you decide to add more closed cabinetry you won't need to worry about having to dust the cabinet tops, you'll have extra storage space, and the additional cupboards will lead all the way up to the ceiling, successfully filling that gap! Want something less closed off? Opt for glass doors (aka curio cabinet) or open shelves. You can even create unique storage spaces by mixing different sized cubbies!
Stacked kitchen cabinets don’t have to look boring. In the kitchen design above they placed curio cabinets on top of the closed door cabinets and added crown molding for a beautiful polished look!
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2. Create an art gallery
Think of that space above your kitchen cabinets as an extra shelf or wall to decorate! Display decorative items like photos, a fun sign, cute vintage gallery items, vases, etc. You can stick to a specific theme, or feature a mix of different items for a more eclectic feel.
3. Add some plants
Bring the lush feel of an outdoor garden into your kitchen! A fun way to add some greenery and nature into your house is to add plants to the space above your cabinets. When we moved into our new home I decided to add faux plants to the blank space above our cabinets and it made the room not only feel bigger, but the color really pops against our white kitchen (shown above)!
Looking for more fake plants to add to the space above your kitchen cabinets? Check out this post: Fake Plants (That Actually Look Real)
4. Store and display kitchen items
Whether you have a small kitchen or not, the most practical way to use the space above cabinet tops is to store kitchen items like appliances, decorative dishes, vintage teapot, wood cheese board, olive oil bottles, or any other items that are taking up space in your lower cabinets or aren't used often. Don't want them sitting out? Use baskets to stash and store items. Baskets come in so many different shapes and sizes to fit all sorts of items, and even if you don't anything inside they make great decor too!
5. Show off your wine collection
Bring your wine cellar upstairs! Line up your favorite wine bottles along the top of your kitchen cabinets and display your collection for a cozy, quaint winery vibe.
6. Add decorative books
Create a kitchen library by adding books to the top of your kitchen cabinets! Pick some cookbooks or decorative books with beautiful covers that will bring a unique touch of personality to your kitchen.
Need some more decorative books to style the space above your kitchen cabinets? Check out this post: The Best Neutral Coffee Table Books To Elevate Your Home Decor
7. Create an accent wall
Accent walls are a fun way to highlight a specific wall in your room, so why not apply that same concept to the space above your kitchen cabinets? Choose from a simple paint color or decorative wallpaper, to something more creative like a chalkboard wall (it's easy, just use this chalkboard paint), backsplash tile, or an exposed brick wall! Don't have brick behind your wall? Try brick wallpaper (shop)!
Whether it’s adding more storage or just creating a fun gallery wall, there are so many creative ways to turn that blank space above your kitchen cabinets into something special!
