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Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Green Kitchen
Green Kitchen
Design Build Team IncDesign Build Team Inc
Green Kitchen. Photo, Michael Spillers. Kitchen addition into the back yard of a 1950's home, well built but simple and economical.
Contemporary kitchen/diner in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, concrete worktops and medium wood cabinets.
Woodcutters - Kitchen Remodel
Woodcutters - Kitchen Remodel
Texas Construction CompanyTexas Construction Company
Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Austin with stainless steel appliances and dark wood cabinets.
Schmitz Woodworks
Schmitz Woodworks
Rosalie BaylotRosalie Baylot
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances.
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Northwest Contemporary Kitchen
Northwest Contemporary Kitchen
Paul Moon DesignPaul Moon Design
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and mosaic tiled splashback.
Kitchen Addition
Kitchen Addition
Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.Neuhaus Design Architecture, P.C.
Photographer: Peter Margonelli Photography Construction Manager: Interior Alterations Inc. Interior Design: JP Warren Interiors
Photo of a contemporary enclosed kitchen in New York with quartz worktops and open cabinets.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Shirley MeiselsShirley Meisels
Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Crystal Cove
Crystal Cove
Michael Fullen Design GroupMichael Fullen Design Group
Karyn Millet
Contemporary kitchen in Los Angeles with stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets and glass sheet splashback.
Open Concept Space
Open Concept Space
Jodie Rosen DesignJodie Rosen Design
Stephani Buchman
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and stone tiled splashback.
Gallery
Gallery
R H CabinetmakersR H Cabinetmakers
Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Palo Alto Contemporary
Palo Alto Contemporary
Drew Maran ConstructionDrew Maran Construction
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances.
Chestnut Hill kitchen
Chestnut Hill kitchen
Buckminster Green LLCBuckminster Green LLC
Contemporary kitchen in Philadelphia with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone worktops and grey splashback.
Ukranian Village
Ukranian Village
Turn CollaborativeTurn Collaborative
Performed work with Claudia Martin of Studio M | Interiors, Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
Northwest Contemporary Kitchen
Northwest Contemporary Kitchen
Paul Moon DesignPaul Moon Design
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Seattle with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and mosaic tiled splashback.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Boise with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and laminate countertops.
villanova
villanova
Bluebell KitchensBluebell Kitchens
Linear contemporary in a traditional home in Philadelphia's Main Line.
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets and black cabinets.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Angela Otten - Inspire Kitchen Design StudioAngela Otten - Inspire Kitchen Design Studio
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen/diner in Denver with multi-coloured splashback.
Sunny flat Crystal Palace
Sunny flat Crystal Palace
PKB_ProjectsPKB_Projects
Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Knollwood Kitchen
Knollwood Kitchen
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Poised on the edge of a deep ravine overlooking the beautiful Barton Creek, the core of this 1960’s renovated home centers on the kitchen. This particular space was artfully collaborated on with the home's owner, who is the owner and chef of one of Austin's premiere restaurants. The original 155 square foot kitchen was not inspiring at all to the culinary professional who was unhappy with the size, layout, lighting, space, lack of appliances, and overall outdated style. One of the key goals was to create a space not only for everyday cooking, but for entertaining as well. The overall design of the kitchen incorporates large amounts of counter space, commercial-style appliances, transparent refrigerator and pantry, as well as natural lighting to pair with necessary task lighting. The openness of the design allows for the dining area to seamlessly flow into the space for everyday family gatherings or entertaining on special occasions. Photography by Adam Steiner
Bedford Park Flat
Bedford Park Flat
Landor DesignLandor Design
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in London.

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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Leftwich Residence
Leftwich Residence
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Contemporary kitchen in Portland.
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