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Contemporary Kitchen with Window Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Wyndham Beach House
Wyndham Beach House
Sky Architect StudioSky Architect Studio
We created a practical, L-shaped kitchen layout with an island bench integrated into the “golden triangle” that reduces steps between sink, stovetop and refrigerator for efficient use of space and ergonomics. Instead of a splashback, windows are slotted in between the kitchen benchtop and overhead cupboards to allow natural light to enter the generous kitchen space. Overhead cupboards have been stretched to ceiling height to maximise storage space. Timber screening was installed on the kitchen ceiling and wrapped down to form a bookshelf in the living area, then linked to the timber flooring. This creates a continuous flow and draws attention from the living area to establish an ambience of natural warmth, creating a minimalist and elegant kitchen. The island benchtop is covered with extra large format porcelain tiles in a 'Calacatta' profile which are have the look of marble but are scratch and stain resistant. The 'crisp white' finish applied on the overhead cupboards blends well into the 'natural oak' look over the lower cupboards to balance the neutral timber floor colour.
NOIR MAT & PAON | Une maison très tendance
NOIR MAT & PAON | Une maison très tendance
Skéa - décoration et architecture d'intérieurSkéa - décoration et architecture d'intérieur
Avec son effet bois et son Fenix noir, cette cuisine adopte un style tout à fait contemporain. Les suspensions cuivrées et les tabourets en bois et métal noir mettent en valeur l'îlot central, devant le plan de travail principal.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Harding Eddy DesignsHarding Eddy Designs
Contemporary galley kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Gorgeous white kitchen
Gorgeous white kitchen
The Site ForemanThe Site Foreman
The window splash-back provides a unique connection to the outdoors, easy to clean and plenty of light through the day.
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, white appliances, an island, white worktops, engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring and grey floors.
Mountain View Residence
Mountain View Residence
aARts William Dale Brantley ArchitectsaARts William Dale Brantley Architects
Renovation of a 1950's tract home into a stunning masterpiece. Matte lacquer finished cabinets with deep charcoal which coordinates with the dark waterfall stone on the living room end of the duplex.
Aranda Renovation
Aranda Renovation
Studio Black InteriorsStudio Black Interiors
Built by Pettit & Sevitt in the 1970s, this architecturally designed split-level home needed a refresh. Studio Black Interiors worked with builders, REP building, to transform the interior of this home with the aim of creating a space that was light filled and open plan with a seamless connection to the outdoors. The client’s love of rich navy was incorporated into all the joinery. Fifty years on, it is joyous to view this home which has grown into its bushland suburb and become almost organic in referencing the surrounding landscape. Renovation by REP Building. Photography by Hcreations.
Ashburton Townhouses
Ashburton Townhouses
de.archde.arch
Contemporary kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, window splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.
Ladera Norte Project with A19's Bonaire Pendants
Ladera Norte Project with A19's Bonaire Pendants
A19 LightingA19 Lighting
Shown here A19's P1601-MB-BCC Bonaire Pendants with Matte Black finish. Kitchen Design by Sarah Stacey Interior Design. Architecture by Tornberg Design. The work is stunning and we are so happy that our pendants could be a part of this beautiful project! Photography: @mollyculverphotography | Styling: @emilylaureninteriors
Swan
Swan
UserUser
This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Sydney with white cabinets, concrete worktops, window splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Ballard Street, Yarraville
Ballard Street, Yarraville
Marco HoferMarco Hofer
American Oak timber battens and window seat, Caeser stone tops in Airy Concrete. Two Pack cabinetry in Snow Season. Overhang and finger pull detail.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, grey cabinets, concrete worktops, window splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, grey worktops, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and beige floors.
Zen Retreat
Zen Retreat
UserUser
Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
U60
U60
Studio LemaStudio Lema
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, an island, grey floors, grey worktops, a submerged sink, white cabinets, concrete flooring, window splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Amoroso Residence
Amoroso Residence
Electric BoweryElectric Bowery
This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, window splashback, integrated appliances, concrete flooring, an island and grey floors.
The Rise - Eden Beach
The Rise - Eden Beach
UserUser
D-Max
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Perth with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and window splashback.
Minimalist Contemporary Home
Minimalist Contemporary Home
Jordan Rosenberg ArchitectJordan Rosenberg Architect
Contemporary kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, an island and grey floors.
Magnolia House
Magnolia House
Magnolia LaneMagnolia Lane
Villa Styling
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Sunshine Coast with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances and grey floors.
Mississippi Modern
Mississippi Modern
Werschay HomesWerschay Homes
Lynnette Bauer - 360REI
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, window splashback, a submerged sink and beige floors.
T E L E T H O N | H O M E
T E L E T H O N | H O M E
FHSAFHSA
Inspiration for a contemporary galley enclosed kitchen with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and grey floors.
Our beautiful kitchens
Our beautiful kitchens
Dale Alcock HomesDale Alcock Homes
DMAX Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Perth with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Caruth | 2015
Caruth | 2015
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Dallas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, an island, window splashback and brown floors.

Contemporary Kitchen with Window Splashback 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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