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The Mystery of the Little Ledge: What That Small Kitchen Island Shelf Is Actually For (And How to Love It)

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A “display ledge.” A small shelf for displaying items.

A “seating ledge.” A small ledge for resting a plate or glass.

A “serving ledge.” A small ledge for setting down food.

What It’s Actually For

Display: It’s a great place to display cookbooks, a small vase, or a decorative object.

Storage: It’s a handy spot for a cutting board or a small bowl of fruit.

Serving: It’s a great place to set down a serving dish.

Dining: It’s a convenient place to rest a plate or glass.

Charging: It’s a great spot to plug in a phone or tablet.

A landing spot: It’s a convenient place to set down a grocery bag or a stack of mail.

How to Use the Little Ledge

Display cookbooks. It’s a great place to showcase your favorite cookbooks.

Hold a vase of flowers. A simple vase of flowers can brighten the kitchen.

Hold a bowl of fruit. A bowl of fruit is both beautiful and functional.

Rest a cutting board. It’s a great spot for a cutting board.

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