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Cuisine multi-matières esprit industriel et cosy
Cuisine multi-matières esprit industriel et cosy
V-ZUG FranceV-ZUG France
Le design de cette cuisine est inspiré du style cuisines de Francfort des années 1920, dont la particularité est une transition douce, de la préparation à la cuisine. L’ergonomie revêt une importance particulière : l’installation surélevée du lave-vaisselle permet d’améliorer considérablement le remplissage et le rangement de l’appareil ; Une cave à vin est installée au niveau du regard, pour améliorer le confort lors du choix des crus.
Yin & Yang Chic
Yin & Yang Chic
Showcase KitchensShowcase Kitchens
Dining room into kitchen. Ric Marder Imagery
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with white splashback, dark hardwood flooring, an island, stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and black floors.
Niche XS Geelong
Niche XS Geelong
Small Change Design and ConstructionSmall Change Design and Construction
Sean Fennessy
This is an example of a contemporary open plan kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring and an island.
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Flat Shoals Kitchen
Flat Shoals Kitchen
West Architecture StudioWest Architecture Studio
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Modern Micro Residence
Modern Micro Residence
Tomecek Studio ArchitectureTomecek Studio Architecture
Photography by Patrick Ray With a footprint of just 450 square feet, this micro residence embodies minimalism and elegance through efficiency. Particular attention was paid to creating spaces that support multiple functions as well as innovative storage solutions. A mezzanine-level sleeping space looks down over the multi-use kitchen/living/dining space as well out to multiple view corridors on the site. To create a expansive feel, the lower living space utilizes a bifold door to maximize indoor-outdoor connectivity, opening to the patio, endless lap pool, and Boulder open space beyond. The home sits on a ¾ acre lot within the city limits and has over 100 trees, shrubs and grasses, providing privacy and meditation space. This compact home contains a fully-equipped kitchen, ¾ bath, office, sleeping loft and a subgrade storage area as well as detached carport.
8MAI45
8MAI45
Elluin Duolé Gillon architecture (Edgar)Elluin Duolé Gillon architecture (Edgar)
Large contemporary single-wall kitchen in Bordeaux with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white appliances, no island, grey floors and white worktops.
12 South Modernism
12 South Modernism
Paragon Group LLCParagon Group LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Nashville with a submerged sink, open cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
Russ Street Kitchen & Bath
Russ Street Kitchen & Bath
De Meza + ArchitectureDe Meza + Architecture
This small kitchen and powder room maximize light and life in a small live-work loft in San Francisco. The minimalist cabinetry design in sleek white acrylic and rich walnut let the textures of wood and stone stand out in the bright natural light. The built-in dining area maximizes clear floor area and connects the raised living area with the kitchen. The stone hexagon floor carries over into the powder room and blends with a three-dimensional porcelain tile that is as spontaneous and fun as the client.
Kitchens
Kitchens
Green Basements & RemodelingGreen Basements & Remodeling
Espresso Cabinets, white dekton waterfall island and countertops, rustic lvt flooring, black appliances, globe pendant lighting, retro refrigerator, wire handrail, split level master piece.
La Concha
La Concha
JAMIE FALLAJAMIE FALLA
Karl Taylor
This is an example of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Channel Islands with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and an island.
Zilker Contemporary
Zilker Contemporary
Cravotta InteriorsCravotta Interiors
Ryann Ford
Contemporary open plan kitchen in Austin with an integrated sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island and a feature wall.
Kerferd
Kerferd
Whiting ArchitectsWhiting Architects
Sharyn Cairns
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Melbourne with light hardwood flooring and no island.
TriBeCa Loft
TriBeCa Loft
Nexus DesignsNexus Designs
Jonny Valiant
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary kitchen in New York with glass-front cabinets, stainless steel worktops, brown splashback and an island.
Washburn Loft Kitchen
Washburn Loft Kitchen
Lucy Interior DesignLucy Interior Design
Featured in MSP Magazine All furnishings are available through Lucy Interior Design. www.lucyinteriordesign.com - 612.339.2225 Interior Designer: Lucy Interior Design Photographer: Ken Gutmaker
Sun Valley Mountain Modern
Sun Valley Mountain Modern
Shawback DesignShawback Design
This is an example of a contemporary open plan kitchen in Boise with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback and glass sheet splashback.
West End - Condo Loft Renovation
West End - Condo Loft Renovation
Essy West Contracting Inc.Essy West Contracting Inc.
Essy West Contracting Inc.
Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Vancouver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz worktops, white splashback and porcelain splashback.
Bond Street Loft
Bond Street Loft
Axis MundiAxis Mundi
This NoHo apartment, in a landmarked circa 1870 building designed by Stephen Decatur Hatch and converted to lofts in 1987, had been interestingly renovated by a rock musician before being purchased by a young hedge fund manager and his gallery director girlfriend. Naturally, the couple brought to the project their collection of painting, photography and sculpture, mostly by young emerging artists. Axis Mundi accommodated these pieces within a neutral palette accented with occasional flashes of bright color that referenced the various artworks. Major furniture pieces – a sectional in the library, a 12-foot-long dining table–along with a rich blend of textures such as leather, linen, fur and warm woods, helped bring the sprawling dimensions of the loft down to human scale. Photography: Mark Roskams
Photographies Immobilières
Photographies Immobilières
Pierre GanlutPierre Ganlut
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Lyon with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, grey worktops and a wood ceiling.
Russ St - San Francisco Project
Russ St - San Francisco Project
UserUser
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, grey floors and white worktops.

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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Coconut Grove, Modern
Coconut Grove, Modern
Causa Design GroupCausa Design Group
Two story view of the kitchen Photo:Stephanie Lavigne Villeneuve
This is an example of a large contemporary galley kitchen in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
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