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Contemporary L-shaped Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Kitchen | Project Coolum
Kitchen | Project Coolum
desculptodesculpto
This kitchen design effortlessly marries reimagined traditional elements with a touch of postmodern flair, crafting a truly one-of-a-kind and personalized space. One cannot help but be drawn to the unique brushed brass rangehood, a true hero piece in this design. It not only adds a powerful stroke of creativity but also serves as a sturdy anchor, grounding the entire space with its commanding presence.
Интерьер кухни в однокомнатной квартире
Интерьер кухни в однокомнатной квартире
Студия дизайна | Ольга ЕршоваСтудия дизайна | Ольга Ершова
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring and beige worktops.
Bagleys Lane
Bagleys Lane
Into interior designInto interior design
Design of a bespoke bench in oak veneer with French cane details to provide extra seating and more storage in the kitchen.
Photo of a large contemporary cream and black l-shaped kitchen/diner in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, white worktops and a feature wall.
Family home refurbishment Skerries
Family home refurbishment Skerries
Carton InteriorsCarton Interiors
A contemporary kitchen with green cabinets in slab door and with brass profile gola channel accent. Worktops in calcatta gold quartz. Flooring in large format tile and rich engineered hardwood.
Symbiose de deux chambres sous les toits, 41m2 à Paris.
Symbiose de deux chambres sous les toits, 41m2 à Paris.
Ameo ConceptAmeo Concept
Faire l’acquisition de surfaces sous les toits nécessite parfois une faculté de projection importante, ce qui fut le cas pour nos clients du projet Timbaud. Initialement configuré en deux « chambres de bonnes », la réunion de ces deux dernières et l’ouverture des volumes a permis de transformer l’ensemble en un appartement deux pièces très fonctionnel et lumineux. Avec presque 41m2 au sol (29m2 carrez), les rangements ont été maximisés dans tous les espaces avec notamment un grand dressing dans la chambre, la cuisine ouverte sur le salon séjour, et la salle d’eau séparée des sanitaires, le tout baigné de lumière naturelle avec une vue dégagée sur les toits de Paris. Tout en prenant en considération les problématiques liées au diagnostic énergétique initialement très faible, cette rénovation allie esthétisme, optimisation et performances actuelles dans un soucis du détail pour cet appartement destiné à la location.
1910 Bobcat Trail - Kitchen
1910 Bobcat Trail - Kitchen
Thoroughbred Custom HomesThoroughbred Custom Homes
The kitchen features micro-shaker cabinets, quartzite countertops & backsplash, a quartzite waterfall island and Thermador appliances.
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Dallas with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white floors and grey worktops.
CASA EN TORROELLA
CASA EN TORROELLA
Eva BlazquezEva Blazquez
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white worktops.
Giddy Up!
Giddy Up!
Kimball Modern Design + InteriorsKimball Modern Design + Interiors
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Scandinavian White Kitchen with Fluted Paneling
Scandinavian White Kitchen with Fluted Paneling
Western CabinetsWestern Cabinets
Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Perth with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
DOCKSIDE SEATTLE
DOCKSIDE SEATTLE
Acadia CraftAcadia Craft
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets.
429 Residence
429 Residence
Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle HomesRodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes
This lovely little modern farmhouse is located at the base of the foothills in one of Boulder’s most prized neighborhoods. Tucked onto a challenging narrow lot, this inviting and sustainably designed 2400 sf., 4 bedroom home lives much larger than its compact form. The open floor plan and vaulted ceilings of the Great room, kitchen and dining room lead to a beautiful covered back patio and lush, private back yard. These rooms are flooded with natural light and blend a warm Colorado material palette and heavy timber accents with a modern sensibility. A lyrical open-riser steel and wood stair floats above the baby grand in the center of the home and takes you to three bedrooms on the second floor. The Master has a covered balcony with exposed beamwork & warm Beetle-kill pine soffits, framing their million-dollar view of the Flatirons. Its simple and familiar style is a modern twist on a classic farmhouse vernacular. The stone, Hardie board siding and standing seam metal roofing create a resilient and low-maintenance shell. The alley-loaded home has a solar-panel covered garage that was custom designed for the family’s active & athletic lifestyle (aka “lots of toys”). The front yard is a local food & water-wise Master-class, with beautiful rain-chains delivering roof run-off straight to the family garden.
Tilden Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | IL
Tilden Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | IL
FlooretFlooret
This LVP driftwood-inspired design balances overcast grey hues with subtle taupes. A smooth, calming style with a neutral undertone that works with all types of decor. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.
Malvern East Kitchen
Malvern East Kitchen
Studio EsarStudio Esar
Malvern East Kitchen renovation Photography - Suzi Appel Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, white cabinets, marble worktops, grey splashback, terracotta splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.
CUCINA SUL SOGGIORNO
CUCINA SUL SOGGIORNO
Francesca Lepore & Claudia BodesmoFrancesca Lepore & Claudia Bodesmo
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Rome with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, composite countertops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and black worktops.
Born & Bred Studio - Lovely Kitchen, Dining and Kids space, Harrow on the Hill
Born & Bred Studio - Lovely Kitchen, Dining and Kids space, Harrow on the Hill
Born & Bred StudioBorn & Bred Studio
A spacious Victorian semi-detached house nestled in picturesque Harrow on the Hill, undergoing a comprehensive back to brick renovation to cater to the needs of a growing family of six. This project encompassed a full-scale transformation across all three floors, involving meticulous interior design to craft a truly beautiful and functional home. The renovation includes a large extension, and enhancing key areas bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms. The result is a harmonious blend of Victorian charm and contemporary living, creating a space that caters to the evolving needs of this large family.
Кухня с фасадами под сталь в реализованном проекте
Кухня с фасадами под сталь в реализованном проекте
Giulia NovarsGiulia Novars
Кухня Industrial – эмаль под металл Grigio Ferro Витрины – стекло Attico Grey Открытые полки – шпон мат. Орех Американский Полки из профильной трубы в отделке эмалью мат. Черного цвета Брутальные ручки из нержавеющей стали производства Giulia Novars
Квартира в Одинцово
Квартира в Одинцово
Наталья ШирокорадНаталья Широкорад
Фото: Шангина Ольга Стиль: Рябова Ольга
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, ceramic flooring, an island, beige floors and beige worktops.
Easy, Breezy Modern Lakehouse
Easy, Breezy Modern Lakehouse
By Design Interiors, Inc.By Design Interiors, Inc.
Open facing kitchen looking onto the living room. It's designed with a nautical blue and natural color palette with multi-colored blue glass backsplash complimented by crisp white cabinets and a stunning Cambria quartzite island.
Maple MCM
Maple MCM
VanillawoodVanillawood
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Photography of Interior Project in Berlin by Kathy Kunz Interiors
Photography of Interior Project in Berlin by Kathy Kunz Interiors
Sabine Zoltnere PhotographySabine Zoltnere Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Berlin with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.

Contemporary L-shaped Kitchen 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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