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Gatti Apartment 3 for Peek Architecture
Gatti Apartment 3 for Peek Architecture
Alex Maguire PhotographyAlex Maguire Photography
Alex Maguire
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and dark hardwood flooring.
Soft Mood Trinité
Soft Mood Trinité
Anne Chemineau - Decor InterieurAnne Chemineau - Decor Interieur
Un appartement familial haussmannien rénové, aménagé et agrandi avec la création d'un espace parental suite à la réunion de deux lots. Les fondamentaux classiques des pièces sont conservés et revisités tout en douceur avec des matériaux naturels et des couleurs apaisantes.
Sydenham Kitchen
Sydenham Kitchen
piqupiqu
A lovely mix of materials in this long galley kitchen. The German manufactured handle less kitchen furniture is a mix of matt lacquer in light pepper grey and diamond oak effect. This has been coupled with a dramatic dark stone – Dekton Laurent, which has been used for the worktops and a full height stone backsplash. We’ve broken up the length with a small peninsular island to add interest, extra storage, more worktop space, and a seating area that overlooks the garden.
The Bold but Cosy Bachelor Pad
The Bold but Cosy Bachelor Pad
Kathy Kunz InteriorsKathy Kunz Interiors
Detail: the ceramic countertop in concrete-effect features a lovely (and highly durable!) satin finish.
Medium sized contemporary grey and white u-shaped open plan kitchen in Berlin with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile countertops, red splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and grey worktops.
Matching handleless sideboard
Matching handleless sideboard
Lima KitchensLima Kitchens
This sideboard section in the dining area was designed to match the main kitchen, with an open shelving section for cookbooks, and quartz top which works as a great drinks prep area!
Fairfax Contemporary Kitchen
Fairfax Contemporary Kitchen
Olamar InteriorsOlamar Interiors
This small Fairfax, VA kitchen got a huge upgrade with white and navy blue shaker cabinets, quartz countertops a rustic wood hood surround, and a beautiful backsplash.
Minimalist White and Timber Contemporary Kitchen
Minimalist White and Timber Contemporary Kitchen
Transform-A-SpaceTransform-A-Space
A light and bright minimalist design featuring two-pack painted cabinetry to match the clients freshly painted walls, subway tile stack-style, and feature timber components bring warmth into the space. 20mm Caesarstone 'Ocean Foam' benchtops in a polished finish help to reflect overhead light. A small kitchen packed with functionality.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, beige floors, grey worktops and a wood ceiling.
Rénovation appartement haussmanien Place Bellecour - Lyon 2
Rénovation appartement haussmanien Place Bellecour - Lyon 2
MS DESIGN - Marion SIMEONEMS DESIGN - Marion SIMEONE
Large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Lyon with a submerged sink, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, a breakfast bar, brown floors and black worktops.
LA BRISE
LA BRISE
BCOZ! Architecture d'intérieurBCOZ! Architecture d'intérieur
Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, exposed beams, beige floors and brown worktops.
ATICO EN VILLAVA
ATICO EN VILLAVA
JaioneElizalde DECORACIÓN Y ESTILISMOJaioneElizalde DECORACIÓN Y ESTILISMO
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, beige floors and white worktops.
Кваритира в Митино
Кваритира в Митино
Виктория Смирнова | SVdecorВиктория Смирнова | SVdecor
Small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, a breakfast bar, grey floors and white worktops.
Minneapolis Painted & Maple 2020
Minneapolis Painted & Maple 2020
THORCRAFT Custom KitchensTHORCRAFT Custom Kitchens
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, brown floors, grey worktops, flat-panel cabinets, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Küche
Küche
Heerwagen Design ConsultingHeerwagen Design Consulting
Küche
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Munich with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and white worktops.
DK_CH_flat
DK_CH_flat
Архитектурная студия QUADRUMАрхитектурная студия QUADRUM
This is an example of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, a breakfast bar, grey floors and black worktops.
New Kitchen on a Budget
New Kitchen on a Budget
Premier RemodelingPremier Remodeling
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Houston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, beige floors and white worktops.
Дверь в "Нарнию" и зеленая кухня
Дверь в "Нарнию" и зеленая кухня
Danara AkhmetovaDanara Akhmetova
Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and white worktops.
Квартира в ЖК Виз-Правобережный
Квартира в ЖК Виз-Правобережный
Юлия РодионоваЮлия Родионова
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Yekaterinburg with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, wood splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Contemporáneo Cocina
Contemporáneo Cocina
Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Alicante-Costa Blanca with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and white worktops.
Rénovation d'un appartement modern
Rénovation d'un appartement modern
KopacKopac
Photos : Alexis PICHOT / Architectes KIDA - site internet www.kid-a.fr
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Paris with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and black worktops.

Contemporary Kitchen with a Breakfast Bar 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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