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Coastal Mid-Century
Coastal Mid-Century
KW DesignsKW Designs
Chipper Hatter Photography
Photo of a medium sized contemporary kitchen in San Diego with light hardwood flooring.
Miami Charm in Highland Park
Miami Charm in Highland Park
Robert Elliott Custom HomesRobert Elliott Custom Homes
Nathan Schroder Photography BK Design Studio Robert Elliott Custom Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen Remodeling
EverLast ConstructionEverLast Construction
white and black modern kitchen
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey cabinets, a submerged sink, marble worktops, ceramic splashback and light hardwood flooring.
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Contemporain Cuisine
Contemporain Cuisine
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with stainless steel cabinets and an island.
Modern Bamboo Kitchen in Eclectic Oakland Loft (perspective)
Modern Bamboo Kitchen in Eclectic Oakland Loft (perspective)
AlterECO, Inc.AlterECO, Inc.
AlterECO modern bamboo kitchen cabinetry in eclectic Oakland loft. Perspective view highlights island countertop with waterfall ends & integrated sink (Caesarstone Organic White). Remodel by Buddy Williams, Williams Architecture. Photo by Emily Hagopian Photography.
A Modern take in Old Town Alexandria
A Modern take in Old Town Alexandria
Erin HoopesErin Hoopes
Two rooms where incorporated into one open space in this modern Old Town residence. The end result is an open and functional space for the active family. Built ins with a bench were incorporated for seating with an adjacent bar for entertaining (complete with a hidden mirror TV unit). The new kitchen features high end appliances with a flush install subzero and miele cooking. The island was wrapped with a built up quartz for a clean look. This truly unique kitchen/family room is fully functional with the aesthetic in mind. Photo's courtesy Greg Hadley Construction: Harry Braswell Inc. Kitchen Design: Erin Hoopes under Virginia Kitchens
Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home
Kirkland 4 Star Built Green Custom Home
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors, beige worktops and quartz worktops.
Pasa Tiempo
Pasa Tiempo
Gina Roberts-WagnerGina Roberts-Wagner
Design ideas for a large contemporary kitchen in Boise with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, multiple islands, multicoloured worktops, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Contemporary Renovation to a Washington Home
Contemporary Renovation to a Washington Home
Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.
Photographer: Anice Hoachlander from Hoachlander Davis Photography, LLC Principal Architect: Anthony "Ankie" Barnes, AIA, LEED AP Project Architect: Ellen Hatton, AIA
Chelsea Loft Live/Work Space
Chelsea Loft Live/Work Space
Betty Wasserman Art & InteriorsBetty Wasserman Art & Interiors
The combination of white and metallic achieves a classic minimalist look for this New York City kitchen. Project completed by New York interior design firm Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors, which serves New York City, as well as across the tri-state area and in The Hamptons. For more about Betty Wasserman, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/spaces/chelsea-nyc-live-work-loft/
Woodside Custom
Woodside Custom
Schneider Design Associates - SDASchneider Design Associates - SDA
Bernard Andre
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands, beige floors, white worktops, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, wood splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Greenwich Street - TriBeCa NYC
Greenwich Street - TriBeCa NYC
TAHAR DÉCORTAHAR DÉCOR
Ilir Rizaj Photography
This is an example of a contemporary open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and brown cabinets.
Stirk Road - AMG Home Builders
Stirk Road - AMG Home Builders
Crib CreativeCrib Creative
Design ideas for a contemporary open plan kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, white worktops and brown floors.
Hill Country Modern
Hill Country Modern
Enve BuildersEnve Builders
Photo by Brian Mihealsick www.brianmihealsick.com
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Austin with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Einfamilienhaus im Grünen
Einfamilienhaus im Grünen
JUNG&KLEMKE Architektur und Innenarchitektur GmbHJUNG&KLEMKE Architektur und Innenarchitektur GmbH
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, no island, grey floors, grey worktops and a wood ceiling.
Boneca Apartment by Brad Swartz A
Boneca Apartment by Brad Swartz A
Fisher & PaykelFisher & Paykel
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Orange County with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Mulholland Dr.
Mulholland Dr.
JAC InteriorsJAC Interiors
Photo of a contemporary kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Extreme renovation - 1900s Berlin Apartment
Extreme renovation - 1900s Berlin Apartment
Christine White DesignChristine White Design
An industrial looking sliding door was added as the entrance to the lower level bathroom.
This is an example of a small contemporary open plan kitchen in Berlin with stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and multiple islands.

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:

This Old House - Bedford
This Old House - Bedford
Elms Interior DesignElms Interior Design
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red splashback and medium hardwood flooring.
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