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Contemporary Enclosed Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Tivoli Kitchen project
Tivoli Kitchen project
ContourContour
The dark Kiruna base cabinets add depth to the colour scheme, whilst the Sand Grey wall cabinetry boosts light levels and gives the room a coffee and cream look.
Blackheath Black Kitchen
Blackheath Black Kitchen
piqupiqu
This unusually shaped kitchen in Blackheath has been completely refurbished. Clever design has been used to maximise functionality in the space available by including a waterfall island with a reduced side to mirror the shape of the room, tall units that reach right up to the ceiling and reduced depth cupboards on one of the walls. The beautifully sleek German black cabinets have been complimented with striking Dekton Trillium stone from Cosentino.
Retro style kitchen
Retro style kitchen
AmberthAmberth
Stainless steel handles and extractor unit create point of difference within the kitchen that ties the modern theme together throughout.
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, white floors and multicoloured worktops.
West 5 Apartment
West 5 Apartment
Brosh ArchitectsBrosh Architects
Kitchen
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and beige worktops.
Bernie & Joan in Rottingdean
Bernie & Joan in Rottingdean
The Kitchen StoreThe Kitchen Store
THIS STUNNING DESIGN ENCOMPASSES ALL THE KEY ELEMENTS NEEDED TO CREATE A KITCHEN THAT IS BEAUTIFUL, FUNCTIONAL, AND TIMELESS. The deep blue island with a fitted wine fridge is perfect for hosting and entertaining. We added a walnut breakfast bar, which was a step up from the rest of the island, as per the client's request. Serving as a beautiful place for breakfast and with a view of the garden from the patio doors, the wooden worktop also brings a subtle element of nature inside.
Old Ford
Old Ford
TL DESIGNTL DESIGN
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, stainless steel worktops, beige splashback, no island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Grant Park Kitchen Remodel
Grant Park Kitchen Remodel
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
The tiles come from Pental ( http://www.pentalonline.com/) and United Tile ( http://www.unitedtile.com/) in Portland. However, the red glass accent tiles are custom.
Contemporary & Modern Rye Home
Contemporary & Modern Rye Home
Touijer DesignsTouijer Designs
Contemporary, white kitchen designed to be streamlined in the look by having no hardware on the upper cabinets and matte black edge pulls on the lower cabinetry. White Caesarstone countertops and Neolith backsplash complete the look.
PROJET D'OSLO, Architectes d'intérieur: Carla Lopez et Margaux Meza
PROJET D'OSLO, Architectes d'intérieur: Carla Lopez et Margaux Meza
Transition Interior DesignTransition Interior Design
Shoootin
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in Paris with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, integrated appliances, cement flooring, no island, grey floors and beige worktops.
Finished Kitchen
Finished Kitchen
Parker & CompanyParker & Company
This is an example of a small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and white worktops.
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Bob-O-Link | 2018
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and composite countertops.
Contemporáneo Cocina
Contemporáneo Cocina
Contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Bilbao with flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors, black worktops, a submerged sink and grey cabinets.
Adelanto casa 450m2 Aravaca
Adelanto casa 450m2 Aravaca
conlasbotaspuestasconlasbotaspuestas
Large contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in Madrid with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and multi-coloured floors.
Countertops
Countertops
DesignCo.DesignCo.
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.
Kitchens
Kitchens
Universal Marble & Granite, LLCUniversal Marble & Granite, LLC
Photo of a medium sized contemporary enclosed kitchen in Charleston with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.
Crestmoore
Crestmoore
UserUser
Rick Mendoza
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, metallic splashback, composite countertops, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and no island.
Wetherby
Wetherby
hcdb.uk.comhcdb.uk.com
James Smith
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic flooring, no island and integrated appliances.
Four Seasons Residence -- San Francisco
Four Seasons Residence -- San Francisco
Jeff Schlarb Design StudioJeff Schlarb Design Studio
Peter Medilek
This is an example of a contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets.
The Royal Forest Remodel: The Modern Organic Kitchen
The Royal Forest Remodel: The Modern Organic Kitchen
Mavella HomeMavella Home
A light and airy classic white kitchen that features shaker style cabinetry with white quartz countertops and subway tile backsplash. Touches of wood and rattan are incorporated for warmth and balance, along with brass lighting and hardware. We removed the peninsula, in order to provide an island, and turned the nook area into a pantry and designated coffee area. This kitchen fully encompasses Mavella Home's modern organic signature style!
Reforma integral de cocina y baño
Reforma integral de cocina y baño
Slow & Chic - InteriorismoSlow & Chic - Interiorismo
Reforma integral de cocina en blanco y madera, con apertura de puerta corredera y ventana pasaplatos, con barra para desayunos
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Madrid with a built-in sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white appliances, porcelain flooring, brown floors and brown worktops.

Contemporary Enclosed Kitchen 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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