skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Kitchen
  2. window treatments

Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
101 - 120 of 175 photos
Item 1 of 12
Open Plan Kitchen
Open Plan Kitchen
Debbie R. GualcoDebbie R. Gualco
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Sacramento with integrated appliances, flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets.
HEART OF THE HOME
HEART OF THE HOME
Gisbert Pöppler - Architektur und InterieurGisbert Pöppler - Architektur und Interieur
The creation of a comfortable heart for this family home in Berlin’s Chalottenburg saw the rearranging of the existing layout; designing and installing a custom kitchen and transforming the surrounding apartment ; including a new colour language from room to room. The custom kitchen satisfies the requirements of modern day family living; as well as combining the functionality needed for the liveliest part of the home with a pleasant and beautiful environment to live in. Combining a – at times unconventional – range of materials; such as wire glass with brass, introduced an element of understated luxury that translated through the colour range; from bolder hues beside softer shades. Images by Wolfgang Stahr
Wawona Street
Wawona Street
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture
photo: Tyler Chartier
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances and a belfast sink.
Find the right local pro for your project
Find top design and renovation professionals on Houzz
My Work
My Work
BARNETT CARPETSBARNETT CARPETS
The top-down, bottom-up option allows you to block the sun specifically where it is most intense. This allows you to keep the room full of soft lighting without that intense glare.
Blick in den offenen Ess- und Kochbereich
Blick in den offenen Ess- und Kochbereich
id die raumideeid die raumidee
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Berlin with wood worktops, a breakfast bar, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, a built-in sink, stainless steel appliances, cement flooring and beige floors.
三島の家
三島の家
ica associates inc.ica associates inc.
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Nagoya with medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Shingle Style Kitchen Columns
Shingle Style Kitchen Columns
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Boston.
Moderne Wohnküche mit Essbereich
Moderne Wohnküche mit Essbereich
SieMatic - moebelplus Deutschland GmbH & Co KGSieMatic - moebelplus Deutschland GmbH & Co KG
Küchenplanung und Umsetzung: moebelplus - Rico Kellner Architekturplanung, Innendesign & Einrichtung: die kollegen (Architekten Mario Hein bda & Holger Seidel) Fotografen: Mario Hein & Peter Eichler Weitere Projektbeteiligte: die kollegen (Architekten Mario Hein BDA & Holger Seidel), Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Martin Kilpper Architekt BDA (techn. Bauleitung), Vola ( Armaturen & Accessoires), Tischlerei Härtig & Krübel (Möbelbau & Treppen), Stahl-Michel Crimmitschau (Dirk Michel), Uhl Projektwerkstatt GmbH (Saunabau), Metec GmbH (Fensterbau, Ansprechpartner: Marko Faber), Schüco International KG (Fenster, Vertrieb: Joerg Eckard, Tilo Lehmann), Deutsche Werkstätten Lebensräume (lose Möbel), Casa Dolce Casa (Fliesen), Installateur- & Klempnermeister Andreas Berger (Sanitär), Uhlich Bau GmbH & Co. KG (Rohbau), Tomo Storelli (Zusammenarbeit Betonveredelung)
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with granite worktops, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and multi-coloured splashback.
Kitchen | EQ Homes
Kitchen | EQ Homes
eQ HomeseQ Homes
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Ottawa with stainless steel appliances and metro tiled splashback.
Concrete worktop : charcoal
Concrete worktop : charcoal
Fluid Stone StudioFluid Stone Studio
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in London with a submerged sink, concrete worktops and yellow cabinets.
Dnipropetrovsk 4
Dnipropetrovsk 4
SVOYA studioSVOYA studio
Denis Sokolov Lera Sokolova Yuliya Martinenko Artem Martinenko Tanya Lazovaya
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Einfamilienhaus Wiernsheim
Einfamilienhaus Wiernsheim
Architekturbüro RaibleArchitekturbüro Raible
Küche eines Einfamilienhauses
Large contemporary open plan kitchen in Stuttgart with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and multiple islands.
A Room With A View
A Room With A View
Archipelago Hawaii Luxury Home DesignsArchipelago Hawaii Luxury Home Designs
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Hawaii with flat-panel cabinets and green worktops.
Bay Village Renovation
Bay Village Renovation
Frank ValdesFrank Valdes
Contemporary enclosed kitchen in Boston with glass-front cabinets, soapstone worktops, stainless steel appliances, a belfast sink, beige cabinets, blue splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Ashbury
Ashbury
designpad architecture - Patrick Perez Architectdesignpad architecture - Patrick Perez Architect
Renovation of kitchen, a mix of modern and traditional styles.
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, marble worktops, open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and matchstick tiled splashback.
Trendy Home in Oakville
Trendy Home in Oakville
Braam's Custom CabinetsBraam's Custom Cabinets
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Toronto with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Privates Haus
Privates Haus
Ulrich Weinkath create + designUlrich Weinkath create + design
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Hamburg with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Venice Beach
Venice Beach
Amy DeVault Interior DesignAmy DeVault Interior Design
brian thomas jones
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.

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.

Check out these popular kitchen pages below:

Craftsman Kitchen
Craftsman Kitchen
Cathy Schwabe ArchitectureCathy Schwabe Architecture
Kitchen- original cabinets on right. New cabinets center and left. Cathy Schwabe Architecture. Photograph and Construction by Bauwerk, Berkeley, CA
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances and limestone worktops.
6
23456789Next Page
United Kingdom
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.