Read on to see which of the 38 kitchen island statement back panel ideas inspires you.
The result is contemporary-looking and airy.
Here, the bright white island pops alongside flowers and plants.

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If you’re drawn to the modern farmhouse aesthetic, this is most definitely the solution for you.
We love how this warm tone contrasts with the delicate marble present.
Cabinets like these can be great for housing plastic containers, table linens, bulk snacks, and beyond.

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Here, the island back panel is painted a warm gray tone with no additional frills.
Replicate Larger Cabinets
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These island cabinets mimic the larger ones all throughout the kitchen.
We love the welcoming blue-on-blue look in this kitchen.

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Add some statement lighting and artwork to make it pop out.
The basic style allows the other displays and marble to stand out on its own.
Warm Up With Wood
In this otherwise all-white kitchen, a wooden back panel brings warmth.

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It complements the nearby dining table nicely with the cohesive material.
The wainscoting detail gives the kitchen some more texture and depth.
Go for a bright color to create some contrast in the kitchen.

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Although there are various dark colors paired together, everything complements one another because of the overall theme.
Have fun mixing and matching your favorite wood tones together.
The contrast allows the colors to stand out on their own with the brown decor touches.

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Vary Wood Tones
Don’t be afraid tovary wood toneswithin the kitchen, either.
The light green creates an airy ambiance.
The additional striped detailing brings more texture to the space.

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