Contemporary Kitchen with Yellow Worktops Ideas and Designs

Home staging virtuale - Residenza Stelvio

Render: Arch. Luca Gentile Progetto interni e arredamento: Arch. Lucia Garofolini
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Milan with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and yellow worktops.

On the side of the cliff

Jennifer Ryan Design

This smallish kitchen needed to be both updated and opened up. By taking out the wall where the peninsula is now and adding a garden window made the kitchen feels much bigger even though we didn't add any square footage!

Cortlandt Calacatta Project

Estate Cabinetry

featuring Cambria Gold countertops and Msi Tile
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, white floors and yellow worktops.

Birkenhead Residence

LaBella Kitchens Ltd.

Beautiful high gloss white contemporary kitchen with push to open drawers and internal hidden drawers to give a clean seamless look
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Auckland with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and yellow worktops.

RPV 3

de la Rosa Construction Co.

Photo ⓒ Luis de la Rosa
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble flooring, an island, blue floors and yellow worktops.

Palm Beach Gardens Penthouse

Consilium B LLC

Brilliant White Kitchen, Matte Lacquer, recessed Handle Profiles, Dark Concrete Laminate, Miele Appliances
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and yellow worktops.

Evergreen

The Glade Design

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, an island, yellow floors and yellow worktops.

Modern Bamboo Kitchen Design

Bilotta Kitchen & Home

A convergence of sleek contemporary style and organic elements culminate in this elevated esthetic. High gloss white contrasts with sustainable bamboo veneers, run horizontally, and stained a warm matte caramel color. The showpiece is the 3” bamboo framing around the tall units, engineered in strips that perfectly align with the breaks in the surrounding cabinetry. So as not to clutter the clean lines of the flat panel doors, the white cabinets open with touch latches, most of which have lift-up mechanisms. Base cabinets have integrated channel hardware in stainless steel, echoing the appliances. Storage abounds, with such conveniences as tray partitions, corner swing-out lazy susans, and assorted dividers and inserts for the profusion of large drawers. Pure white quartz countertops terminate in a waterfall end at the peninsula, where there’s room for three comfortable stools under the overhang. A unique feature is the execution of the cooktop: it’s set flush into the countertop, with a fascia of quartz below it; the cooktop’s knobs are set into that fascia. To assure a clean look throughout, the quartz is continued onto the backsplashes, punctuated by a sheet of stainless steel behind the rangetop and hood. Serenity and style in a hardworking space. This project was designed in collaboration with Taylor Viazzo Architects. Photography by Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA. Written by Paulette Gambacorta, adapted for Houzz Bilotta Designer: Danielle Florie Architect: Taylor Viazzo Architects Photographer: Jason Taylor, R.A., AIA

Class & Comfort

Higham Building Group

This is an example of a contemporary kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, mirror splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and yellow worktops.

BRANFORD CT - Electric Blue

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

This collaboration was with a return client, who wanted to completely restore and renovate her over 100-year-old Victorian. It was key for the homeowner maintained the original footprint of the home with full front to back views of the sound. A contemporary vision translated into slab doors in a navy high-gloss finish for the island and smoky white for the perimeter and upper cabinetry. Simple, satin nickel contemporary hardware reiterates the linear elements throughout. Interior detailing features rich walnut to complement the herringbone floors. The custom hood is hammered stainless steel to play off the plinth block island legs. The undeniable focal point is the stunning Calacatta Corchia marble selected for the countertops and full-height backsplash and walls. The lighting is a unique, suspended adjustable LED fixture. The twin side-by-side Sub-Zero Pro Fridge/Freezer columns include a glass front to highlight interior storage. The Wolf 60" range with pro handles features 2 30" full-size ovens, 6 burners, and a double griddle. The retractable doors in the wet bar cleverly close to hide the sink and bottle storage. The many windows bring lots of light into the space to make it a warm and inviting place to entertain friends and family.

Бетон и Солнце. Квартирны

Наталья Соло

Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and yellow worktops.

Spanish Holiday Flat

MIDA Interiors Ltd.

This kitchen went from a pokey dark enclosed space to an open plan eating and living concept. Her you see the island which was custom designed in Corian with a decorative waterfall edge. The sink and dishwasher practically in this space for convivial entertaining and meal preparation. The stainless steel countertop and backsplash reflects the light and is also highly practical for cleaning and durability. Appliancess are all integrated and hidden for a clean and tidy appearance as this is an open space.

64@theRiv

Mãkena Interiors

Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, yellow splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and yellow worktops.

Princess

Jessica Koltun Home

Interior Design By Designer and Broker Jessica Koltun Home | Selling Dallas Texas
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, yellow cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and yellow worktops.

Award Winning indoor-outdoor Kitchen with Glass Garage Door

David Watkins Home Design, LLC

This multi award winning Kitchen features a eye-catching center island ceiling detail, 2 refrigerators and 2 windows leading out to an indoor-outdoor Kitchen featuring a Glass Garage Door opening to panoramic views.

Ribblesdale Road, SW16

Build Team

This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and yellow worktops.

Forest Green kitchen - Wimbledon

Zero Kitchens

A deep forest green handleless kitchen with natural bamboo worktops
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and yellow worktops.

Z Tile + Stone Showroom - Kitchen Display

CK Hoffman Design

Photography - Zapata Design LLC
Small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Portland with beaded cabinets, purple cabinets, tile countertops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, no island and yellow worktops.

Дом в Краснодаре

Влад

Contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, black cabinets, wood worktops, yellow splashback, wood splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and yellow worktops.

Aristocrat at Denman Prospect

McDonald Jones Homes

Elegant and Everlasting - The classic design of the Aristocrat stands the test of time and endures as the perfect backdrop to your family life for as long as you live there. Full of energy and vibrancy, the Aristocrat will inspire you every day with its effortless flow between the social areas of the home.

Contemporary Kitchen with Yellow 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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