6. The Everyday Tray

A simple wooden or marble tray keeps your countertop items — oils, salt, candle, maybe a small vase — looking curated instead of cluttered. Grouping creates visual order instantly.

Summary

Follow the one-touch rule: if you use it daily, it deserves a permanent spot; if not, store it. Beauty in the kitchen starts with flow, not more things. Because a calm counter isn’t about less stuff — it’s about more intention.