One of the fastest ways to take a builder grade kitchen from flat to full of character is lighting. In our kitchen and breakfast nook, I looked for pendants with classic silhouettes, proper scale, and finishes that feel timeworn rather than trendy. These pieces anchor the space, soften hard lines, and add that layered cottage character I always design around. The right lighting doesn’t just brighten a room, it shapes how the entire space feels and functions. Pendants like these from @antiquefarmhouse were the foundation before anything else came in. LTKHome