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Contemporary Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Mark Hickman HomesMark Hickman Homes
Dream Kitchen built by Mark Hickman of Mark Hickman Homes.
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
IKORODU
IKORODU
Wood Works BrightonWood Works Brighton
We are delighted to share this stunning kitchen with you. Often with simple design comes complicated processes. Careful consideration was paid when picking out the material for this project. From the outset we knew the oak had to be vintage and have lots of character and age. This is beautiful balanced with the new and natural rubber forbo doors. This kitchen is up there with our all time favourites. We love a challenge. MATERIALS- Vintage oak drawers / Iron Forbo on valchromat doors / concrete quartz work tops / black valchromat cabinets.
Boulder, CO Homes
Boulder, CO Homes
Dane Cronin PhotographyDane Cronin Photography
www.fuentesdesign.com, www.danecroninphotography.com
Contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a belfast sink, distressed cabinets, brown splashback, metal splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Steampunk Kitchen in the Cotswolds (GL54)
Steampunk Kitchen in the Cotswolds (GL54)
Stone WorktopsStone Worktops
A steampunk style open-plan kitchen in a Costwolds house which shows that concrete does not have to be industrial or sleek at all - distressed look cabinets and riveted steel on the island basis go beautifully with natural edge open shelves, bare brick and large floor tiles.
Minimalist Modern Living
Minimalist Modern Living
Palatial Stone & TilePalatial Stone & Tile
The minimalist kitchen is always a winner. The kitchen features Skyros gold marble countertops with flat polished edges. To keep the look simple, the sample marble slab was used as a full height splash. To complete the look Suber wire brush wood looking porcelain was selected.
Chef Ludo Lefebvre's LA Kitchen
Chef Ludo Lefebvre's LA Kitchen
Ginny CapoGinny Capo
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, distressed cabinets and composite countertops.
Weathered Wood Kitchen Island
Weathered Wood Kitchen Island
Dura Supreme CabinetryDura Supreme Cabinetry
Reminiscent of softly weathered wood, Dura Supreme’s Weathered collection of finishes looks as if it has been exposed to years of sun, wind and rain. Like an old drift fence, tumbled driftwood, or seasoned barn planks; each of Dura Supreme’s Weathered finishes portrays wood that has been exposed to the elements. Dura Supreme’s special finishing process raises the grain to expose swirls and patterns with a uniquely textured surface. The wood is then lightly distressed by hand to replicate age and wear. After staining, glaze is applied to highlight the grain and then lightly buffed on edges and around knots to reveal the stain color shown. Because each cut of wood is unique, every Weathered finish is a one-of-a-kind rendition that appears to have been aged and worn by time itself. Dura Supreme’s Weathered finish collection includes an array of colors that evoke images of driftwood, dock planks or charred campfire wood. Choose from Dura Supreme’s four different wood species, each with their own charm and character marks. Select from any of Dura Supreme’s wood door styles to create a look that’s uniquely your own. Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure
Hungerford Road
Hungerford Road
Studio 22a ArchitectsStudio 22a Architects
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, no island, grey worktops, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Villa, Berlin Westend
Villa, Berlin Westend
STUDIO HANSENSTUDIO HANSEN
Fotografie: Mark Seelen
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Berlin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances and an island.
コンテンポラリー キッチン
コンテンポラリー キッチン
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Tokyo with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and concrete flooring.
Full Inset White Painted Corner Stove
Full Inset White Painted Corner Stove
BrunarhansBrunarhans
Full Inset White Painted Corner Stove. Hand glazing brings out the details of the craftsmanship. Subway tile backsplash.
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Boston with beaded cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite worktops, medium hardwood flooring, an island, stainless steel appliances, beige splashback and metro tiled splashback.
ヘリンボーンの床がおしゃれな、個性あふれる家
ヘリンボーンの床がおしゃれな、個性あふれる家
クローバーハウスクローバーハウス
photo by Clover_house
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Other with distressed cabinets, wood worktops, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, brown worktops, open cabinets and a breakfast bar.
Loft Living
Loft Living
Rhatigan and HickRhatigan and Hick
Brian McLoghlain
Medium sized contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Dublin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances and no island.
Апартаменты на мансардном этаже
Апартаменты на мансардном этаже
Design RocksDesign Rocks
Сергей Красюк
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, black appliances, concrete flooring, grey floors, distressed cabinets, a breakfast bar and black worktops.
Chef Ludo Lefebvre's LA Kitchen
Chef Ludo Lefebvre's LA Kitchen
Ginny CapoGinny Capo
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, distressed cabinets and composite countertops.
Verde River | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen
Verde River | Hunt's Kitchen & Design | Kitchen
Hunt's Kitchen DesignHunt's Kitchen Design
I would classify this project as "Desert Contemporary." The door is a Shaker door with a rustic Folkstone finish, with a pop of white in the center visual. The cabinet design is European Frameless so we were able to minimize the gaps between the doors and provide a complete flush layout. Enjoy! #kitchen #design #cabinets #kitchencabinets #kitchendesign #trends #kitchentrends #designtrends #modernkitchen #moderndesign #transitionaldesign #transitionalkitchens #farmhousekitchen #farmhousedesign #scottsdalekitchens #scottsdalecabinets #scottsdaledesign #phoenixkitchen #phoenixdesign #phoenixcabinets #kitchenideas #designideas #kitchendesignideas
Mr & Mrs Stortons
Mr & Mrs Stortons
Diane Berry KitchensDiane Berry Kitchens
Central Photography
Expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Manchester with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, composite countertops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, black appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and grey floors.
Glass Countertops
Glass Countertops
Abraxis Art Glass & Doors, IncAbraxis Art Glass & Doors, Inc
nancy Lindo, photographer
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, marble worktops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Custom Kitchen
Custom Kitchen
DC BuildersDC Builders
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with a belfast sink, distressed cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Premier Leesburg Kitchen
Premier Leesburg Kitchen
Maruca Design / BuildMaruca Design / Build
We transformed this basic kitchen into a real show piece. This kitchen features custom two tone cabinets, in white and weathered wood, Wolf and Subzero appliances, Italian marble countertops, a prep and work sink, and our favorite part, a FLOATING ceiling!

Contemporary Kitchen with Distressed Cabinets 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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