Contemporary Kitchen/Diner with Shaker Cabinets Ideas and Designs

Devonshire Mews - Full Basement Conversion & Internal Reconfiguration

Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Orpington Skinny Shaker Kitchen

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A skinny Shaker style framed kitchen beautifully finished with stained oil and complemented with a bespoke wooden table from Spekva and Sensa Moack black work surfaces from Cosentino. The natural wood throughout gives a really warm aesthetic and the recessed handle and push to open functionality on the cabinet doors looks very sleek and sophisticated.

Greywell - Modern In-Frame

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Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Oxfordshire with shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, an island, white worktops, white cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

Light

The Wood Works

This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in London with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, black appliances, an island and white worktops.

Little Venice Georgian Townhouse

Margot Tsim Interiors

Photo of a large contemporary kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, an island and white worktops.

GOYA 66

Nordic Standard

Efecto Niepce
Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Madrid with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Puritan

AMW Design Studio

Large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Detroit with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

A Grand Design in Malmesbury

Sustainable Kitchens

The clever combination of Oak worktop and integrated bin cabinet below, provides a brilliant food preparation area. When you are finished chopping vegetables just slide the rubbish straight into the bin.

Upper East Side Pied a Terre

Weil Friedman Architects

Every inch is important in small spaces. Custom cabinetry with built in appliances assure that the design flows in a clean uninterrupted way.
Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.

Glengall Rd, Queen's Park, NW6

Huntsmore

Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.

Eco-Friendly in Ball Square

Design Details

Red birch cabinetry, Soapstone countertops and recycled fir flooring contribute to the natural feel of the project.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.

Dean - Garage Conversion ADU - Los Angeles

Pearl Remodeling

Recessed lighting and vaulted ceiling making the place seem spacious. Laminated hardwood floors giving you the modern look along with the stainless steel appliances. Sliding mirror doors, creating separation yet being functional at the same time. Lovely expandable dining table for when guests arrive, but a space saver when not in use.

Tustin Kitchen

Vision Interiors

Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with an island, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, porcelain flooring, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, grey floors and white worktops.

Garfield

Oakley Home Builders

Krista Sobkowiak
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, composite countertops, dark hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.

A contemporary Kitchen

Davis Tamburin Inc.

In this contemporary kitchen, we chose to use concrete counter tops through out. The back splash is a glass wine color mosaic tile. The flooring has a wine color back ground with a hint of silver which is reflective.

Modern Retreat Upgrade

Pazzle Construction

Thrilled to unveil our kitchen transformation in Bel Air! This sleek space is a perfect blend of modern chic and functionality. From the polished concrete floors to the open shelving and the statement pendant lights, every detail was crafted to create a stylish yet practical kitchen. We've integrated state-of-the-art appliances for a culinary experience that's as luxurious as the neighborhood. #BelAirRenovation #ModernKitchen #PAZZLEConstruction

Eastgate

Baluco

Custom White oak slim shaker kitchen cabinets
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and integrated appliances.

Queens Park Kitchen

Blue Tea Kitchens and Bathrooms

A ribbed and curved soft green kitchen island.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops and a drop ceiling.

Chic Colorado Contemporary

Veritas Fine Homes Inc

Evolved in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, this Colorado Contemporary home features a blend of materials to complement the surrounding landscape. This home triggered a blast into a quartz geode vein which inspired a classy chic style interior and clever use of exterior materials. These include flat rusted siding to bring out the copper veins, Cedar Creek Cascade thin stone veneer speaks to the surrounding cliffs, Stucco with a finish of Moondust, and rough cedar fine line shiplap for a natural yet minimal siding accent. Its dramatic yet tasteful interiors, of exposed raw structural steel, Calacatta Classique Quartz waterfall countertops, hexagon tile designs, gold trim accents all the way down to the gold tile grout, reflects the Chic Colorado while providing cozy and intimate spaces throughout.

Kitchen Rejuvenation

Buzz Interior Design

The carcass of this kitchen was still fine but change in style and colour was desired. The replacement doors were bespokely made by a local Carpenter. Replacement 20mm worktops were installed for a modern look mixed with a marble floor and brass fixtures and fittings. Purewell Electrical (Christchurch) were great in supplying new appliances. The dining table with a chevron effect top with metal legs was made to order and surrounded with blue velvet chairs and Danetti chevron backed bar stools. Villa nova fabric is amazing with its blue and yellow tones. Has an appearance of trees.

Contemporary Kitchen/Diner with Shaker Cabinets Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful contemporary kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of contemporary kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of contemporary photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of contemporary kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own contemporary kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your contemporary kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small contemporary kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some contemporary kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What contemporary kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your contemporary kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small contemporary spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and contemporary kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and contemporary accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of contemporary kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your contemporary kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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