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Kitchen island pendant light: how to create the right kitchen lighting!
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Your guide to the perfect pendant light for your kitchen island
In many households, the kitchen island is the heart of the room. Whether it's a place for cooking, eating breakfast, or socializing, the right lighting makes all the difference. In this guide, we'll show you how to showcase your kitchen island in the best possible light.
The focus is on our high-quality designer lights from s.luce .
Why is the right lighting for your kitchen island so important?
Well-planned lighting...
ensures optimal visibility when cooking and working.
creates mood and atmosphere when eating or drinking wine.
emphasizes the design of your kitchen and becomes a real eye-catcher.
can be adapted to your needs – functional & decorative.
But how do you find the perfect pendant light for your kitchen island ? And which lights are particularly suitable? This is where our s.luce highlights come into play.
What factors play a role in choosing a pendant light?
Before you decide on a model, you should consider the following points:
Size of the kitchen island – how many lights do you need?
Ceiling height – how low can the light hang?
Lighting effect – direct light for working or indirect light for ambiance?
Style of your kitchen – modern, Scandinavian, rustic, minimalist?
Which lights are perfect for a kitchen island?
Below, we present our most popular light series from s.luce – all ideal for use above a kitchen island, with design, function, and quality at the highest level.
s.luce Beam – Delicate pendant lighting solution for beams or rail systems
What makes the Beam series so special?
The s.luce Beam is a minimalist, linear pendant light that is particularly impressive in modern kitchens. Its elongated design fits perfectly with the shape of a kitchen island.
Advantages:
Ideal for long kitchen islands or counters
Uniform light distribution thanks to linear design
Available in different lengths and colors
Dimmable and can be combined with smart controls (e.g., ZigBee)
Tip: Choose a matte black or gold Beam to create contrasts – this will give your kitchen an elegant look.
s.luce Orb – The kitchen island pendant lights for design lovers
Why is the orb series a real eye-catcher?
The s.luce Orb pendant light harmonizes design and lighting aesthetics. Its round shape is particularly elegant and can be used individually or in groups.
Advantages:
Timeless spherical design with a modern twist
Perfect as a set of three above central islands
Can be combined in different sizes and heights
Available in opal glass, smoked glass, or clear glass
Tip: Opt for odd numbers (1, 3, or 5 lights) – this creates a more harmonious and exciting effect.
s.luce Cruet – Glass pendant light in various colors & Sizes
What makes the Cruet series special?
The s.luce Cruet is reminiscent of elegant decanters in its shape. It brings elegance to your kitchen and creates a light, floating look thanks to its transparent glass body.
Advantages:
Ideal for open-plan kitchens and modern living concepts
Stylish with a clear or smoky glass look
Warm white light for a cozy atmosphere
Also available with delicate metal details
Tip: Cruet lights look particularly beautiful above dark countertops or wooden surfaces.
s.luce Ball – The playful pendant light with a light slit
When is the Ball series the perfect choice?
The s.luce Ball is small, round, simple – and yet a real design statement. Its compactness makes it ideal for creative combinations, for example with 5–7 spheres at different heights.
Advantages:
Playful staging through free positioning
Also suitable for smaller islands or kitchenettes
Available in many colors (white, black, gold, copper)
Works individually or as a cluster
Tip: Combine different colors from the Ball series for a unique look!
s.luce Atom – An effective highlight as a kitchen island pendant light
What makes the Atom series so special?
The s.luce Atom is more than just a light – it is a Art object. Its organic shape is reminiscent of molecular structures and turns every kitchen island into a work of light art.
Advantages:
Ideal for loft-style kitchens or high ceilings
Dynamic design with an asymmetrical effect
Available in various sizes
Can be combined with smart lighting control
Tip: Use the Atom as a stand-alone piece if you want to showcase your island as a central design feature.
s.luce MyLight – Customizable glass pendant light for your lighting ideas
How flexible is the MyLight series?
With s.luce MyLight , you get maximum freedom: you can combine canopies, cables, sockets, and light bulbs according to your taste. Perfect for DIY fans and individualists!
Advantages:
Modular system – you choose every detail
Large selection of cables, colors, shapes
Perfect for custom lighting installations
Particularly popular in industrial or retro kitchens
Tip: Use decorative LED filament bulbs for extra charm!
s.luce Ring – The stylish floating design light
Why is the Ring series ideal for modern kitchen islands?
The s.luce Ring pendant light impresses with its light, floating appearance and minimalist, circular design. It adds stylish accents above your kitchen island – without being obtrusive. It is particularly effective in open, minimalist kitchens.
Advantages:
Delicate ring design with elegant light surface
Ideal for central lighting islands with a modern look
Available in various diameters and colors
Dimmable for flexible lighting moods
Optional with additional indirect upward lighting
Tip: Hang two rings slightly offset next to each other to create a dynamic, architectural light pattern above your island.
s.luce Crutch – The sculpture for architectural kitchens
Why is the Crutch series a statement about your kitchen island?
The s.luce Crutch pendant light captivates with its unusual shape – inspired by architectural elements and sculptural design. It looks like a floating art object and turns your kitchen island into a stylish focal point.
Advantages:
Striking, asymmetrical design with character
Perfect for modern, minimalist kitchen spaces
Ideal as a single light or in a combination of two above compact islands
Glare-free light thanks to downward-facing LED panels
Available in matte black or white with a high-quality finish
Tip: Combine two Crutch lights in different orientations to create an exciting, asymmetrical look with a gallery feel.
s.luce Belluna – Glare-free glass pendant light for kitchen islands
Why is the Belluna series perfect for stylish kitchen islands?
The s.luce Belluna pendant light combines soft lines with an elegant glass design. Its bulbous silhouette is reminiscent of handmade glass art and brings a cozy, warm atmosphere to your kitchen island.
Advantages:
Gently curved shape for an inviting look
Particularly beautiful as a group of 2 or 3 above medium-sized islands
Available in elegant glass variants: opal, smoked glass, or clear glass
Can be combined with dimmable LED filament bulbs
Ideal for modern to Scandinavian kitchen styles
Tip: Use warm white light with high color rendering (CRI ≥90) to perfectly highlight wood and natural materials in the kitchen.
How many pendant lights do you need for your kitchen island?
A few rules of thumb to guide you:
Small island (up to 120 cm): 1 large or 2 small pendant lights
Medium island (120–200 cm): 2–3 pendant lights in a row
Large island (200 cm or more): 3–5 lights or one linear light such as the Beam
Important: The distance between the lights should be approx. 60–80 cm. The ideal height is 75–90 cm above the work surface.
What is the ideal light color for a kitchen island?
For working: Neutral white (approx. 4000 K) – clear and focused
For eating and ambiance: Warm white (2700–3000 K) – cozy and inviting
The best solution: Dimmable light – so you can flexibly adjust the mood.
Which kitchen island pendant light is the right one?
Choosing the perfect pendant light for your kitchen island depends on many factors—from style and size to function.
With the s.luce series such as Beam, Orb, Cruet, Ball, Atom,MyLight, Ring, Crutch, and Belluna, you are guaranteed to find the right solution at skapetze®.
Do you have any questions? Then get in touch, send us a picture of your kitchen island, and we will advise you individually and quickly!
Your next step:
- Be inspired by our product images and application examples
- Browse through the series presented in our online shop
- Plan your lighting with us—we are also happy to provide personal lighting advice
If you have any questions, we are here to help with our passion and expertise – as your lighting experts since 1979.
skapetze® – For lights that can do more.
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If you have any questions, our lighting consultants will be happy to assist you and create a professional lighting concept for your kitchen island lighting.
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