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Pendant size, position and style for complex island

6 years ago

Trying to decide on pendants for kitchen island in new construction. The main part of the island is 6' long and 68" deep. The 68" depth will consist of two 25" countertops (back to back cabinets) with a 16" wide raised counter in between the two runs (shown in wood, but finish could be granite or wood). On one end of the 72" length will be a run of cabinets with a prep sink. On the other end will be a table height counter (about 27" deep at the center) with stools.

I am thinking 16" wide pendants placed over the middle raised section about 6" from each end of the raised counter. That would put them about 28" apart. The middle raised section will permit placement of electrical receptacles for use down the runs (so, middle raised section will be about 7" above the remaining countertop), raised counter top use will be primarily decorative.

In cad shots below fixtures are 16" diameter, 32" total height, located about 75" AFF, leaving 32" between countertop and bottom of fixture.

Does fixture size look about right...or should we go bigger. If bigger, will extend over the main counter over the cabinet runs.

For style, dining room fixture planned is

Another fixture close by will be a drum shade pendant...fairly simple style.

Possible style ideas for pendants...(could do in either stainless, polished nickel or ORB)...

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Above in bronze rather than polished nickel?

Opinions appreciated!!!!

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