skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Kitchen
  2. Worktop Material: Copper

Contemporary Kitchen with Copper Worktops Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
1 - 20 of 91 photos
Item 1 of 3
Klimpt Inspired kitchen
Klimpt Inspired kitchen
Robin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPSRobin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPS
Contemporary artist Gustav Klimpt’s “The Kiss” was the inspiration for this 1950’s ranch remodel. The existing living room, dining, kitchen and family room were independent rooms completely separate from each other. Our goal was to create an open grand-room design to accommodate the needs of a couple who love to entertain on a large scale and whose parties revolve around theater and the latest in gourmet cuisine. The kitchen was moved to the end wall so that it became the “stage” for all of the client’s entertaining and daily life’s “productions”. The custom tile mosaic, both at the fireplace and kitchen, inspired by Klimpt, took first place as the focal point. Because of this, we chose the Best by Broan K4236SS for its minimal design, power to vent the 30” Wolf Cooktop and that it offered a seamless flue for the 10’6” high ceiling. The client enjoys the convenient controls and halogen lighting system that the hood offers and cleaning the professional baffle filter system is a breeze since they fit right in the Bosch dishwasher. Finishes & Products:  Beech Slab-Style cabinets with Espresso stained alder accents.  Custom slate and tile mosaic backsplash  Kitchenaid Refrigerator  Dacor wall oven and convection/microwave  Wolf 30” cooktop top  Bamboo Flooring  Custom radius copper eating bar
Malibu Colony Modern
Malibu Colony Modern
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary kitchen in Los Angeles with white splashback, an island, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, copper worktops, grey floors and medium hardwood flooring.
Cala Woods Residence and Studio
Cala Woods Residence and Studio
Johnson Squared Architecture + PlanningJohnson Squared Architecture + Planning
Alex Hayden
Design ideas for a contemporary kitchen in Seattle with stainless steel appliances, copper worktops, a single-bowl sink, open cabinets and green cabinets.
New Copper Shorwoom Display
New Copper Shorwoom Display
Sola KitchensSola Kitchens
Mia Lind
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, copper worktops, grey splashback and no island.
Custom cherry kitchen cabinets
Custom cherry kitchen cabinets
Arktikos Custom Builders, Ltd.Arktikos Custom Builders, Ltd.
Cherry kitchen cabinets have a hand rubbed Watco oil finish.
Medium sized contemporary kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, copper worktops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors and brown floors.
Urban Modern Kitchen Oro Valley
Urban Modern Kitchen Oro Valley
Uncharted Design LLCUncharted Design LLC
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, copper worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, yellow floors, yellow worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Kitchens
Kitchens
Cunningham Contracting, Inc.Cunningham Contracting, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Richmond with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, copper worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, terracotta flooring, an island and red floors.
Natural copper kitchen island
Natural copper kitchen island
Modum WorktopsModum Worktops
This is an example of a large contemporary kitchen in London with copper worktops.
Epoxy Counter Tops by Jennifer Haley
Epoxy Counter Tops by Jennifer Haley
Jennifer Haley Studio, IncJennifer Haley Studio, Inc
Jennifer Haley Custom created Epoxy countertops with copper paint and metallics. Substantially less expensive than copper countertops and just as stunning.
Panorama Point
Panorama Point
osmosis architectureosmosis architecture
Eric Lucero
Contemporary kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, copper worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.
Custom Kitchens
Custom Kitchens
Dynamic Remodel SolutionsDynamic Remodel Solutions
Medium sized contemporary kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, copper worktops, beige splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Waite Residence
Waite Residence
Modern Smart HomesModern Smart Homes
Located on a lot along the Rocky River sits a 1,300 sf 24’ x 24’ two-story dwelling divided into a four square quadrant with the goal of creating a variety of interior and exterior experiences within a small footprint. The house’s nine column steel frame grid reinforces this and through simplicity of form, structure & material a space of tranquility is achieved. The opening of a two-story volume maximizes long views down the Rocky River where its mouth meets Lake Erie as internally the house reflects the passions and experiences of its owners.
Madeline Dr Showcase Kitchen
Madeline Dr Showcase Kitchen
Republic Tile Works, LLCRepublic Tile Works, LLC
CBA
Contemporary kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with copper worktops and blue floors.
North Hill
North Hill
Anna Williamson ArchitectsAnna Williamson Architects
Our client wanted to create a warm, homely and light-filled environment that would draw their family together. Achieving this involved extensive internal and external reconfiguration to reorganise and interconnect the family living spaces and to bring natural light, access to and views of the garden into the heart of the home. This is a recently built split-level, semi-detached property; the internal stairway received no natural lighting giving an uninviting link between each room. The family rooms were located away from the sunny garden and the office was installed in the attic, separating the family to the least appealing corners of the house for daytime activities, connected by the uninviting staircase. The south facing living room was remote from the main living spaces and had small low doors affording little view to the garden. Our intervention focussed on making the underused garden room viable and worthy as the best room in the house. In order to house the kitchen, dining and tv snug, we pushed the rear wall out and up, installing a series of full height glazed doors to the rear as well as rooflights, raising sightlines for views of the sky and garden and giving level entry to a new enclosed terrace with permanent seating, barbeque and storage. External stairs connect up to the main garden and sweep onwards back to a second family room. The living spaces, now all located to the sunny rear, flow together, with the kitchen and barbeque reinstated as the hub of family life. We added a welcoming porch and refurbished the entrance hall, highlighting the previously obscured frontage and affording immediate views from it through to the garden on entry as well as adding plenty of storage. Unable to add windows to the stair, we inserted a large rooflight and opened up the half landings to it with floor glass and mirrors. Glazed internal walls bring light from front and back at each landing, flooding the stair with natural light and giving continually repeating views to the sky and garden. The refurbishment, with beautiful, tactile and textured surfaces, layers warmth onto contemporary concrete, steel and glass to further enrich the homely ambiance in conjunction with the natural external textures visible from every space.
The Victorian House
The Victorian House
Snug KitchensSnug Kitchens
Darren Chung Photography Ltd
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Berkshire with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, copper worktops, black splashback, black appliances, an island, beige floors and black worktops.
The Oak Hill House
The Oak Hill House
UserUser
The kitchen backsplash as well as the hood are hand forged steel...We are featuring a 1/8" copper counter top. All done by the EXTREMELY talented Craftsmen at Oak Hill Iron in Morganton, NC / Contact: Mr. Josh Smith @ 828.437.5348 or e-mail: info@oakhilliron.com
Riverside Residence
Riverside Residence
Wilkens Design StudioWilkens Design Studio
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, green cabinets, copper worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Studio Kitchen
Studio Kitchen
Mio MetalsMio Metals
By keeping the upper cabinets to a minimum, the space becomes more open and, with select dishes on a shelf, easy to use. Countertop and photo by Mio Metals
My Houzz: Joyful, Earth-Conscious Home in Vermont
My Houzz: Joyful, Earth-Conscious Home in Vermont
Mary Prince PhotographyMary Prince Photography
photo by Mary Prince © 2012 Houzz
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Boston with copper worktops.
New Copper Shorwoom Display
New Copper Shorwoom Display
Sola KitchensSola Kitchens
Mia Lind
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, copper worktops, grey splashback and no island.

Contemporary Kitchen with Copper Worktops 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:

1
12345Next Page
United Kingdom
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.