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Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Roundhouse contemporary kitchens
Roundhouse contemporary kitchens
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse bespoke Urbo matt lacquer kitchen in dark grey with stainless steel worksurface.
This is an example of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, concrete flooring and an integrated sink.
CIty Projects
CIty Projects
amanda nisbetamanda nisbet
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
IKEA and Semi-custom kitchens
IKEA and Semi-custom kitchens
TS KITCHENTS KITCHEN
TS KITCHEN PROJECTS
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Toronto with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
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調布の杜の家
調布の杜の家
コネクト一級建築士事務所コネクト一級建築士事務所
キッチンは思い切ってグリーン。 photo by GEN INOUE
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen in Tokyo with flat-panel cabinets.
Altadore
Altadore
Wired By Design LTD.Wired By Design LTD.
Kitchen Ceiling Speakers Connected to SONOS Connect Amp.
Large contemporary kitchen/diner in Calgary with white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, flat-panel cabinets, beige floors and grey worktops.
DEANE - Lime
DEANE - Lime
DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & CabinetryDEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry
A beautifully laid out kitchen created by DEANE inc that incorporates both universally desired custom kitchen features and personal style in its color scheme. The custom lime green kitchen island centers the open floor plan. Photography by Jane Beiles
Mercer Island Rambler
Mercer Island Rambler
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Sleek modern kitchen in a rambler home on Mercer Island.
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen/diner in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and black worktops.
Presidio Heights Kitchen
Presidio Heights Kitchen
Moroso ConstructionMoroso Construction
Palmer Weiss Interior Design - Matthew Millman Photography
Contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, painted wood flooring and green floors.
Zen's House
Zen's House
Zugai Strudwick ArchitectsZugai Strudwick Architects
Kitchen with concrete floors & island bench, lime green splashback. Plumbing for upstairs bathroom concealed in drop ceiling to kitchen. Clever idea that lets you make the rest of the room higher - only the bit where the plumbing needs to go is lower - also makes the kitchen look great with feature lighting.
Colorful Condo
Colorful Condo
Red Pepper Design & CabinetryRed Pepper Design & Cabinetry
High function for an avid cook, storage, durability and enough beauty to be sitting in the living room. High gloss foil sets the deep blue island apart as in inviting place to hang out.
Mid Century Modern Kitchen
Mid Century Modern Kitchen
LA Dwelling IncLA Dwelling Inc
Based on a mid century modern concept
Contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with mosaic tiled splashback, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, engineered stone countertops, a submerged sink, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar and green worktops.
Palmerston Kitchen
Palmerston Kitchen
HB DesignHB Design
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, a submerged sink, white cabinets, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
CHELSEA TOWNHOUSE No 1
CHELSEA TOWNHOUSE No 1
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
A canary yellow glass 'canopy' ceiling which continues down to counter level as a backsplash, acts as a bright yet intimate foil to the adjacent double-height living room. It also houses services including the extractor and perimeter lighting. The hobs are located on one side of the island unit, which provides counter seating for six. Full-height cabinets and appliances, including a walk-in larder, are discreetly located to one side. Photographer: Rachael Smith
Bright Green Kitchen
Bright Green Kitchen
California Home + DesignCalifornia Home + Design
Designed by Gillian Lefkowitz, this kitchen is a bright, cheerful space for a young family. Photo By: Karyn R. Millet for California Home + Design
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with yellow cabinets and flat-panel cabinets.
Open plan Pale Blue Kitchen Dining and Living Space
Open plan Pale Blue Kitchen Dining and Living Space
Farnham Furnishers LtdFarnham Furnishers Ltd
photographer - Michel Focard de Fontefiguires
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Surrey with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, black appliances, limestone flooring, an island and grey floors.
Houzz Kitchen Photos
Houzz Kitchen Photos
Studio MarlerStudio Marler
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, yellow cabinets, a double-bowl sink, engineered stone countertops and multi-coloured splashback.
Cortland
Cortland
Carlyn And Company Interiors + DesignCarlyn And Company Interiors + Design
Holly Polgreen and Miller & Smith
Contemporary kitchen in DC Metro with stainless steel appliances and marble worktops.
Casey Kitchen
Casey Kitchen
Merzbau Design CollectiveMerzbau Design Collective
Contemporary kitchen/diner in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and green floors.
Kitchen Wine Room & Cabinetry
Kitchen Wine Room & Cabinetry
Sorrells Custom Wine RoomsSorrells Custom Wine Rooms
This is an example of an expansive contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Essex with flat-panel cabinets, an island, black worktops, black appliances and white floors.

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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ABITAZIONE 2
ABITAZIONE 2
FABRIZIO GINI PHOTOGRAPHERFABRIZIO GINI PHOTOGRAPHER
Medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Milan with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops and metallic splashback.
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