There are many easy ways to improve the look of your kitchen with just a little time and effort. A couple of essential tips that are economical as well as basic consist of adding area rugs, sprucing up your wall surfaces with either attractive photos and prints or changing the color of the walls, and including plants and fresh flowers and herbs.. Open up the shelving and storage space around your kitchen island to display your favorite decorative items as well containing any clutter you may have. Adding a unique light fixture over a granite island not only adds a decorative center piece, but when the light reflects on the stone, it makes the island stand out.