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Contemporary Kitchen with Zinc Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Birch Plywood Kitchen
Birch Plywood Kitchen
George Robinson KitchensGeorge Robinson Kitchens
Push close drawers and doors give these Birch Plywood cabinets a sophisticated and streamlined look. The immediate worktp is Bianco Eclipsia and the raised breakfast bar is topped with zinc. Plenty of drawer storage for utensils and crockery and LED plinth lighting highlights both the cabinets and the whitewashed Oak floor. .
Palmerston Design Consultants
Palmerston Design Consultants
Palmerston Design ConsultantsPalmerston Design Consultants
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, zinc worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, multiple islands and glass sheet splashback.
Ballard Residence
Ballard Residence
Zinc Art + InteriorsZinc Art + Interiors
Oversize floor stencil used here to echo the oversize flower pattern used in the adjacent hall. Drawer faces are cut to mimic the openings on the salvaged pantry doors. Counters and backsplash are recycled chalkboards from Ballard High School fit with a stainless edge.
San Francisco Showcase House
San Francisco Showcase House
Tinsley Hutson-Wiley Interior DesignTinsley Hutson-Wiley Interior Design
John Merkyl
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel appliances and zinc worktops.
Green Cubed - Modern Kitchen Photos
Green Cubed - Modern Kitchen Photos
Lee Edwards - residential designLee Edwards - residential design
This project was built on spec and pushed for affordable sustainability without compromising a clean modern design that balanced visual warmth with performance and economic efficiency. The project achieved far more points than was required to gain a 5-star builtgreen rating. The design was based around a small footprint that was located over the existing cottage and utilized structural insulated panels, radiant floor heat, low/no VOC finishes and many other green building strategies.
Modern Family Kitchen
Modern Family Kitchen
NY InteriorsNY Interiors
An expansive, custom kitchen perfect for cooking, eating, entertaining and managing an active family life. No detail was overlooked including the 14' zinc island, bespoke tile, and custom cabinets and light fixtures. Cherner molded plywood bar stools. The result: fresh and fabulous! Photo Credit: Greg West
NYC mini-apartment
NYC mini-apartment
Pamela Glazer ArchitectPamela Glazer Architect
The under cabinet lighting adds important task lighting in this great unique kitchen. The painted cabinets add interest.
Small contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with white splashback, no island, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, zinc worktops and ceramic splashback.
Built in Kitchen Storage Benches - Williamsburg Renovation
Built in Kitchen Storage Benches - Williamsburg Renovation
General AssemblyGeneral Assembly
© Joe Fletcher Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a submerged sink, zinc worktops and an island.
Broomfield 1st floor remodel and loft addition/ remodel
Broomfield 1st floor remodel and loft addition/ remodel
Boulder BuildersBoulder Builders
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, zinc worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Wamego, Yucca Valley, CA
Wamego, Yucca Valley, CA
x8 Property and Designx8 Property and Design
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, zinc worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white appliances, concrete flooring, an island, blue floors and grey worktops.
Redland House
Redland House
Emmett Russell ArchitectsEmmett Russell Architects
View of kitchen
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary kitchen/diner in Other with zinc worktops, metallic splashback, integrated appliances, an island and grey worktops.
Modern kitchen built-in seating
Modern kitchen built-in seating
ImprovaImprova
This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with brown floors, shaker cabinets, an island, an integrated sink, white cabinets, zinc worktops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring and grey worktops.
Macmasters Beach House
Macmasters Beach House
Utz-Sanby ArchitectsUtz-Sanby Architects
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with zinc worktops, medium hardwood flooring, an island and flat-panel cabinets.
My Houzz: Devotion Shows in a 19th-Century Belgian Home
My Houzz: Devotion Shows in a 19th-Century Belgian Home
Holly MarderHolly Marder
Holly Marder © 2012 Houzz
Contemporary kitchen in Amsterdam with white cabinets, zinc worktops and stainless steel appliances.
Appartement parisien - 18ème
Appartement parisien - 18ème
AER ARCHITECTUREAER ARCHITECTURE
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with an integrated sink, white cabinets, zinc worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback and cement flooring.
Wamego, Yucca Valley, CA
Wamego, Yucca Valley, CA
x8 Property and Designx8 Property and Design
Small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white appliances, concrete flooring, an island, blue floors, grey worktops, zinc worktops and metro tiled splashback.
14 Cobalto
14 Cobalto
Mauro SodduMauro Soddu
Cédric Dasesson
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Cagliari with an integrated sink, blue cabinets and zinc worktops.
Kitchen/Diner with Side Extension
Kitchen/Diner with Side Extension
Ascent Architecture LtdAscent Architecture Ltd
Opening up of existing rear addition with new side lean to extension. Steel beam supports all of structure above with no projecting piers. Horrible 1970 windows and French doors to bay replaced with new double glazed sliding sash windows and French doors. New replica plaster cornice throughout.
2012 Decorator Showcase Kitchen By Allison Bloom and Tinsley Hutson Wiley
2012 Decorator Showcase Kitchen By Allison Bloom and Tinsley Hutson Wiley
Dehn Bloom DesignDehn Bloom Design
The 2012 Decorator Showcase kitchen converted a narrow, mahoghany and granite butler's pantry into a bright and calming kitchen. Bloom and Hutson Wiley created a wood planked Union Jack on one wall to visually expand the space. Heath Ceramics tile and leather pulls add to the tactile warmth in the kitchen. Ralph Lauren Duodecahedron pendants, a wire dress sculpture by Kristine Mays and vintage breadboards complete the look. Photography by John Merkl.www.johnmerkl.com
Proline PLFI 520 Series Stainless Steel Island Range Hood
Proline PLFI 520 Series Stainless Steel Island Range Hood
ProHoodsProHoods
We really love this customer kitchen! The stainless steel PLFI 520 island range hood really complements the silver and black color scheme. The PLFI 520 is a sleek island hood that looks great in any kitchen. This island range hood features a 600 CFM blower (30" and 36" sizes) or an 1100 CFM blower (36"+) which will clean your kitchen air with ease. The power is adjustable too; in fact, you can turn the hood down to an ultra-quiet 100 CFM! The lower settings are great if you have guests over; all you need to do is push the button on the stainless steel control panel and that's it! This island vent hood is manufactured in durable 430 stainless steel; it will last you several years! Speaking of lasting several years, the two LED lights are incredibly long-lasting – and they provide complete coverage of your cooktop! As an added bonus, the baffle filters are dishwasher-safe, saving you time cleaning in your kitchen. Let your dishwasher do the work for you. Check out some of the specs of our PLJI 520 below. Hood Depth: 23.6" Hood Height: 9.5" Lights Type: 1.5w LED Power: 110v / 60 Hz Duct Size: 6 Sone: 5.3 Number of Lights: 4 To browse our PLFI 520 range hoods, click on the link below. https://www.prolinerangehoods.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=PLJI%20520

Contemporary Kitchen with Zinc 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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