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Lake District Townhouse
Lake District Townhouse
Whitemore and ThwaytesWhitemore and Thwaytes
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Other.
Apartment Refurbishment 1
Apartment Refurbishment 1
Studio SBStudio SB
Contemporary kitchen in London.
Philadelphia Blue & White Kitchen
Philadelphia Blue & White Kitchen
Kitchen MagicKitchen Magic
Residing in Philadelphia, it only seemed natural for a blue and white color scheme. The combination of Satin White and Colonial Blue creates instant drama in this refaced kitchen. Cambria countertop in Weybourne, include a waterfall side on the peninsula that elevate the design. An elegant backslash in a taupe ceramic adds a subtle backdrop. Photography: Christian Giannelli www.christiangiannelli.com/
Кухня в новом проекте
Кухня в новом проекте
GLDesignGLDesign
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors, brown worktops and exposed beams.
Urban Loft - Storage Solutions
Urban Loft - Storage Solutions
Dura Supreme CabinetryDura Supreme Cabinetry
Storage Solutions - A lid partion at the back of a wide, deep drawer neatly stores pot and pan lids for easy access. “Loft” Living originated in Paris when artists established studios in abandoned warehouses to accommodate the oversized paintings popular at the time. Modern loft environments idealize the characteristics of their early counterparts with high ceilings, exposed beams, open spaces, and vintage flooring or brickwork. Soaring windows frame dramatic city skylines, and interior spaces pack a powerful visual punch with their clean lines and minimalist approach to detail. Dura Supreme cabinetry coordinates perfectly within this design genre with sleek contemporary door styles and equally sleek interiors. This kitchen features Moda cabinet doors with vertical grain, which gives this kitchen its sleek minimalistic design. Lofted design often starts with a neutral color then uses a mix of raw materials, in this kitchen we’ve mixed in brushed metal throughout using Aluminum Framed doors, stainless steel hardware, stainless steel appliances, and glazed tiles for the backsplash. Request a FREE Brochure: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a dealer near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator
Modern Farm House
Modern Farm House
Cabinet PlantCabinet Plant
For this project, the initial inspiration for our clients came from seeing a modern industrial design featuring barnwood and metals in our showroom. Once our clients saw this, we were commissioned to completely renovate their outdated and dysfunctional kitchen and our in-house design team came up with this new this space that incorporated old world aesthetics with modern farmhouse functions and sensibilities. Now our clients have a beautiful, one-of-a-kind kitchen which is perfecting for hosting and spending time in. Modern Farm House kitchen built in Milan Italy. Imported barn wood made and set in gun metal trays mixed with chalk board finish doors and steel framed wired glass upper cabinets. Industrial meets modern farm house
Boise Residence
Boise Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Kitchen. Photo by Clark Dugger
Small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood flooring, wood worktops, brown splashback, wood splashback, integrated appliances, no island and brown floors.
Contemporary Kitchens
Contemporary Kitchens
Hurst Design Build RemodelingHurst Design Build Remodeling
Darren Sinnett
Large contemporary kitchen in Cleveland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, an island, engineered stone countertops, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Modern arts & crafts kitchen with painted shaker style cabinets
Modern arts & crafts kitchen with painted shaker style cabinets
MN BuildersMN Builders
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, granite worktops and shaker cabinets.
Custom Modern IKEA Kitchen Remodel
Custom Modern IKEA Kitchen Remodel
Dendra DoorsDendra Doors
Custom IKEA Kitchem Remodel by John Webb Construction using Dendra Doors Modern Slab Profile in VG Doug Fir veneer finish.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an island, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, beige floors, black worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Westlake Modern Estate
Westlake Modern Estate
Eppright Homes, LLCEppright Homes, LLC
Beautiful, modern estate in Austin Texas. Stunning views from the outdoor kitchen and back porch. Chef's kitchen with unique island and entertaining spaces. Tons of storage and organized master closet.
Vibrant Vantage Point
Vibrant Vantage Point
Cushman Design GroupCushman Design Group
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Burlington with recessed-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, a vaulted ceiling and a wood ceiling.
Квартира Преображенская площадь
Квартира Преображенская площадь
Наталья ПокровскаяНаталья Покровская
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and white worktops.
Woodford - A contemporary classic
Woodford - A contemporary classic
PlaceDesign Kitchens and InteriorsPlaceDesign Kitchens and Interiors
One of Wendy's main wishes on the brief was a large pantry.
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall kitchen pantry in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
California Modern
California Modern
CM Natural DesignsCM Natural Designs
Chipper Hatter Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Küchen
Küchen
WERKraumKÜCHEWERKraumKÜCHE
Offene, schwarze Küche mit großer Kochinsel.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Nuremberg with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown splashback, wood splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, black worktops and grey cabinets.
Home Again
Home Again
Donna Weir DesignDonna Weir Design
Beautiful lacquered cabinets sit with an engineered stone bench top and denim blue walls for an open, modern Kitchen and Butler's Pantry
Medium sized contemporary galley kitchen in Christchurch with a submerged sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, flat-panel cabinets, brown floors and a feature wall.
Timberfram Getaway in Cle Elum, WA
Timberfram Getaway in Cle Elum, WA
James Hall and Associates, Inc.James Hall and Associates, Inc.
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Orange County with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Donnelly
Donnelly
Trend KitchensTrend Kitchens
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Adelaide.
Vertical grain cherry cabinets and cream-colored quartz countertops.
Vertical grain cherry cabinets and cream-colored quartz countertops.
FabCabFabCab
Photography by Dale Lang
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and an island.

Contemporary 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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