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Kitchen in attic apartment
Kitchen in attic apartment
HANÁK NÁBYTEKHANÁK NÁBYTEK
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Southwest Ranches - Full Kitchen Remodel
Southwest Ranches - Full Kitchen Remodel
A2Z Kitchen & Bath Gallery Corp.A2Z Kitchen & Bath Gallery Corp.

Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island and grey floors.
WELLINGTON VILLAGE MODERN
WELLINGTON VILLAGE MODERN
MarvinMarvin
On the Wellington Village project we also used Marvin retractable screens, as well as Marvin Complete cellular light filtering shades. These were greatly appreciated innovations for the client, in particular, the retractable screen which allows for a laundry line from the second floor to be accessed easily from the laundry room. We also used tri-pane low e1, tempered low e1, this home is built to R2000 standards. The satin nickel hardware on doors, white hardware and screen surrounds on windows, custom patio doors, structural assemblies were all attibutes of the Marvin product put to use as well as a custom front door, and oversized windows. Stone white exterior, primed white interior with drywall returns on all windows as a finishing detail.
Aurora Australis Gaea Collection
Aurora Australis Gaea Collection
Aurora Australis InteriorAurora Australis Interior
Stunning LEDs combined with a mirror toe kick create the illusion that the island is floating. wow
Expansive contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Christchurch with a built-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, plywood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Addition and Kitchen Remodel in Arlington, VA
Addition and Kitchen Remodel in Arlington, VA
Moss Building & DesignMoss Building & Design
This Arlington, VA Kitchen Bump-out displayed these MOSS customers' unique tastes with modern kitchen light fixtures, dark kitchen cabinets and a sleek white kitchen countertop. These homeowners opted for raised ceilings for an airy eat-in kitchen rather than expanding their master bedroom above.
Pelican Bay- Cinnabar Design
Pelican Bay- Cinnabar Design
PBS ContractorsPBS Contractors
Rick Bethem
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Miami with a double-bowl sink, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring, an island, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and mosaic tiled splashback.
ForeverMark Kitchen
ForeverMark Kitchen
Kitchens, Baths & BeyondKitchens, Baths & Beyond
William Quarles
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Charleston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and brown floors.
White Pantries
White Pantries
Twin Cities Closet CompanyTwin Cities Closet Company
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with white cabinets, no island, shaker cabinets, granite worktops and light hardwood flooring.
A Fresh & Contemporary Kitchen Design By Burlanes
A Fresh & Contemporary Kitchen Design By Burlanes
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
Burlanes were commissioned to design, create and install a fresh and contemporary kitchen for a brand new extension on a beautiful family home in Crystal Palace, London. The main objective was to maximise the use of space and achieve a clean looking, clutter free kitchen, with lots of storage and a dedicated dining area. We are delighted with the outcome of this kitchen, but more importantly so is the client who says it is where her family now spend all their time. “I can safely say that everything I ever wanted in a kitchen is in my kitchen, brilliant larder cupboards, great pull out shelves for the toaster etc and all expertly hand built. After our initial visit from our designer Lindsey Durrant, I was confident that she knew exactly what I wanted even from my garbled ramblings, and I got exactly what I wanted! I honestly would not hesitate in recommending Burlanes to anyone.”
A Fresh & Contemporary Kitchen Design By Burlanes
A Fresh & Contemporary Kitchen Design By Burlanes
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
Burlanes were commissioned to design, create and install a fresh and contemporary kitchen for a brand new extension on a beautiful family home in Crystal Palace, London. The main objective was to maximise the use of space and achieve a clean looking, clutter free kitchen, with lots of storage and a dedicated dining area. We are delighted with the outcome of this kitchen, but more importantly so is the client who says it is where her family now spend all their time. “I can safely say that everything I ever wanted in a kitchen is in my kitchen, brilliant larder cupboards, great pull out shelves for the toaster etc and all expertly hand built. After our initial visit from our designer Lindsey Durrant, I was confident that she knew exactly what I wanted even from my garbled ramblings, and I got exactly what I wanted! I honestly would not hesitate in recommending Burlanes to anyone.”
A Fresh & Contemporary Brickell Apartment – Miami, FL. south Florida Interior De
A Fresh & Contemporary Brickell Apartment – Miami, FL. south Florida Interior De
IDAS Architecture & DesignIDAS Architecture & Design
Completed in 2014, this Contemporary apartment underwent a major transformation. Located in the heart of Brickell, Miami, the Studio IDAS team created a calm and serene home for the young couple, emphasizing a cool and white color palette with incorporated pops of color through fabrics and accessories. In the kitchen, we added full upper cabinets fully to the ceiling to optimize storage space for our clients. This was a very important request from the clients as the kitchen is a smaller space and they wanted to be sure to use every inch. White cabinets accented with chrome hardware instantly open up the space and the stainless steel appliances give it an updated and modern look. We chose a small, mint colored subway tile to break up the all-white cabinetry. Glass tiles are a less expensive and easy-to-clean option when looking to add a modern back splash. This project included a complete re-design of the Living Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Guest Bedroom, Kitchen, Dining Room and Powder Room.
Kensington Church Street Apartment Refurbishment
Kensington Church Street Apartment Refurbishment
Samantha Watkins McRaeSamantha Watkins McRae
We worked on the interior design of this three bedroom apartment in Kensington Church Street for a young family. Inspired by the clients taste for luxury materials, soft hues and subtle shapes, a handsome smoked oak parquet chevron floor grounds an earthy colour palette. A refined shellac finish has been used in the cabinetry, with a secret cocktail cabinet incorporated into the sliding kitchen door.
Toorak Residence
Toorak Residence
Michael Downes - UA CreativeMichael Downes - UA Creative
Photo by Michael Downes
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Style and Drama
Style and Drama
Royston Wilson DesignRoyston Wilson Design
The waterfall ends on the benches allow the stone to shine. The textural element of the pendants adds to the feel of the kitchen Photo's Ben Wrigley
Photo of a large contemporary open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Custom River House
Custom River House
Selle Valley Construction, Inc.Selle Valley Construction, Inc.
Here you can see the smaller kitchen island, custom made from wood tiles in a herringbone pattern, completed with granite countertop and farmhouse custom made copper sink. Behind is the island, you can see the light sea-foam hue of the back painted glass backsplash as well as the dual Wolf ovens. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier.
The Savannah Showhome (Calgary, Alberta)
The Savannah Showhome (Calgary, Alberta)
Morrison HomesMorrison Homes
Photo of a contemporary kitchen in Calgary with stainless steel appliances, granite worktops and white cabinets.
Crown Hill
Crown Hill
ROM architecture studioROM architecture studio
Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Contractor: DLH, Inc. Cabinetry: Contour Woodworks Photography: © Dale Lang, 2013
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Berkeley Kitchen
Berkeley Kitchen
Cugini Cabinets & DesignCugini Cabinets & Design
Treve Johnson Photography. This kitchen features Amber 3 ply bamboo cabinets - the bamboo is crossed up in the lay up of the plywood, adding strength and also a nice feature when the doors are open. The interior of the cabinets are made from pre finished maple plywood. Custom features include the island, the stacked washer dryer cabinet, a four bin pull-out garbage unit, and corner hardware on the top and bottom of each corner cabinet.
Contemporary Bronze Iron Shoji Pendant Asian Inspired Chandelier
Contemporary Bronze Iron Shoji Pendant Asian Inspired Chandelier
We Got LitesWe Got Lites
The Shoji Collection's unique gridded design is inspired by traditional Japanese architecture. In traditional Japanese architecture, a shoji is a door, window, or room divider made of paper over a wooden grid-like frame. The Shoji Collection offers a modern take on the Japanese shoji design by combining a hand-crafted iron frame with handmade Japanese paper in a dark, Bonzai bronze finish. Inside, a textured pearl diffuser sheds light through the shoji-inspired frame. A modern and contemporary Japanese-inspired accent for your home from Corbett Lighting. Imported.
Let the Sun Shine In
Let the Sun Shine In
Design First InteriorsDesign First Interiors
Large contemporary kitchen/diner in Ottawa with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.

Contemporary Kitchen with Granite 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.

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