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Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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The Hither Green Shaker Kitchen by deVOL
The Hither Green Shaker Kitchen by deVOL
deVOL KitchensdeVOL Kitchens
deVOL Kitchens
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary grey and cream galley enclosed kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Desert Courtyard Kitchen
Desert Courtyard Kitchen
Alta Constructors, Inc.Alta Constructors, Inc.
Copyright Nicolas O.S. Marques
Design ideas for a contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Phoenix with stainless steel appliances and engineered stone countertops.
Grant Park Kitchen Remodel
Grant Park Kitchen Remodel
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Portland with stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, red splashback, granite worktops and glass sheet splashback.
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Квартира на Кубанской набережной гостинная-кухня
Квартира на Кубанской набережной гостинная-кухня
Студия дизайна интерьера КонструкторСтудия дизайна интерьера Конструктор
Сааков Константин
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white appliances, porcelain flooring, grey floors, a built-in sink and a breakfast bar.
Hollingbourne Road
Hollingbourne Road
Finch LondonFinch London
www.pollytootal.com - Polly Tootal
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
2012 New American Home
2012 New American Home
UserUser
James F. Wilson / courtesy BUILDER Magazine
Design ideas for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Orlando with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Lucan
Lucan
The Cabinet CompanyThe Cabinet Company
Conor O'Mearain
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Dublin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
arboleda
arboleda
square three architecture, incsquare three architecture, inc
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, green splashback, light wood cabinets, flat-panel cabinets, a submerged sink, multiple islands, ceramic flooring and grey floors.
Family Home in Clapham
Family Home in Clapham
Juliet Murphy PhotographyJuliet Murphy Photography
Juliet Murphy
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in London with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic flooring, black appliances, no island and multi-coloured floors.
Kitchen
Kitchen
W. David Seidel, AIA - ArchitectW. David Seidel, AIA - Architect
A cramped and dated kitchen was completely removed. New custom cabinets, built-in wine storage and shelves came from the same shop. Quartz waterfall counters were installed with all-new flooring, LED light fixtures, plumbing fixtures and appliances. A new sliding pocket door provides access from the dining room to the powder room as well as to the backyard. A new tankless toilet as well as new finishes on floor, walls and ceiling make a small powder room feel larger than it is in real life. Photography: Chris Gaede Photography http://www.chrisgaede.com
Umbau Reihenmittelhaus
Umbau Reihenmittelhaus
B.A.S. Peter BegonB.A.S. Peter Begon
Medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Frankfurt with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and no island.
Shawnigan Lake - Kitchen
Shawnigan Lake - Kitchen
The Sky is the Limit DesignThe Sky is the Limit Design
Jo Ann Richards, Works Photography an unusual blend of mediterranean, Arts and Crafts, and Contemporary styles. Sculptural multilevel curved island
Lucy McLintic
Lucy McLintic
Lucy McLinticLucy McLintic
Architect: David Seidel AIA (www.wdavidseidel.com) Contractor: Doran Construction (www.braddoran.com) Designer: Lucy McLintic Photo credit: Chris Gaede photography (www.chrisgaede.com)
Reforma de una vivienda en el clásico edificio Huerta del Rey
Reforma de una vivienda en el clásico edificio Huerta del Rey
Juanca LagaresJuanca Lagares
Arquitectura: CM4 Arquitectos, Fotógrafías: Juanca Lagares
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seville with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors and a single-bowl sink.
Küchen-Träume / Traum-Küchen
Küchen-Träume / Traum-Küchen
tobias trapp | fotografietobias trapp | fotografie
tobias trapp | fotografie
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Bremen with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and an island.
South West London
South West London
DesignSpace LondonDesignSpace London
Modulnova Twenty handleless cabinetry in satin lacquer, island topped in HI_MACS Alpine white with bevelled edges and a stainless steel prep zone with integrated sink and custom-fitted induction hob. Tall wine coolers.
Brook Green Flat
Brook Green Flat
Angus Pigott PhotographyAngus Pigott Photography
Angus Pigott
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with flat-panel cabinets, ceramic flooring, no island and white floors.
REFORMA DE VIVIENDA EN CHAMBERÍ, MADRID
REFORMA DE VIVIENDA EN CHAMBERÍ, MADRID
ARKITTECARKITTEC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, a breakfast bar and multi-coloured floors.
Contemporary Masculine Kitchen
Contemporary Masculine Kitchen
Kelli Kaufer DesignsKelli Kaufer Designs
Designed by Kelli Kaufer Designs
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Minneapolis with 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.

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Grant Park Kitchen Remodel
Grant Park Kitchen Remodel
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