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Contemporary U-shaped Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Northumberland Stone Cottage
Northumberland Stone Cottage
Studio DeanStudio Dean
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a single-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, grey floors and grey worktops.
ASID DESIGN EXCELLENCE Silver award for CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN
ASID DESIGN EXCELLENCE Silver award for CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN
Design Theory Interiors, LLCDesign Theory Interiors, LLC
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, white worktops, a submerged sink, black cabinets and dark hardwood flooring.
Minimalist kitchen
Minimalist kitchen
ARCO DesignsARCO Designs
A sleek modern kitchen using a mix of materials to make it interesting. A butlers pantry hidden to the left behind the cement rendered wall.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Sunshine Coast with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, grey worktops and medium hardwood flooring.
IMG_0089.HEIC
IMG_0089.HEIC
Tangerine Designs Kitchens and BathsTangerine Designs Kitchens and Baths
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and beige worktops.
Lake House Kitchen
Lake House Kitchen
Curtis Lumber Ballston SpaCurtis Lumber Ballston Spa
This magnificent open kitchen, designed by Curtis Lumber, Inc., makes the most of the lake view. The kitchen features Wellborn Cabinetry in the Bristol Door Style. The perimeter and island cabinetry are Bright White and the Refrigerator Wall is Maple Bleu. The perimeter countertop is quartz and the homeowner built the wood top for the island. Photos property of Curtis Lumber, Inc.
Sleek and Stylish Remodel
Sleek and Stylish Remodel
Interiors by J. CurryInteriors by J. Curry
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
539 HART STREET #2 BROOKLYN, NY
539 HART STREET #2 BROOKLYN, NY
StagedStaged
Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors and white worktops.
Lakeside Modern Contemporary Home
Lakeside Modern Contemporary Home
UserUser
Windows reaching a grand 12’ in height fully capture the allurement of the area, bringing the outdoors into each space. Furthermore, the large 16’ multi-paneled doors provide the constant awareness of forest life just beyond. The unique roof lines are mimicked throughout the home with trapezoid transom windows, ensuring optimal daylighting and design interest. A standing-seam metal, clads the multi-tiered shed-roof line. The dark aesthetic of the roof anchors the home and brings a cohesion to the exterior design. The contemporary exterior is comprised of cedar shake, horizontal and vertical wood siding, and aluminum clad panels creating dimension while remaining true to the natural environment. The Glo A5 double pane windows and doors were utilized for their cost-effective durability and efficiency. The A5 Series provides a thermally-broken aluminum frame with multiple air seals, low iron glass, argon filled glazing, and low-e coating. These features create an unparalleled double-pane product equipped for the variant northern temperatures of the region. With u-values as low as 0.280, these windows ensure year-round comfort.
Eckküche
Eckküche
BEER GmbH KüchenBEER GmbH Küchen
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Munich with white cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and black worktops.
Квартира в ЖК Виз-Правобережный
Квартира в ЖК Виз-Правобережный
Юлия РодионоваЮлия Родионова
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Yekaterinburg with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, wood splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Silk Grey & Classic Grey handle-less kitchen
Silk Grey & Classic Grey handle-less kitchen
Arlington InteriorsArlington Interiors
This kitchen shows a classic design in a mix of greys with a high gloss finish, Stainless steel handle-less base units, which has then been mixed with White quartz worktops. These colours really compliment the feature Granite flooring in the room. The kitchen has stainless steel handle-less base units, which has then been mixed with White quartz worktops. The customer also specified a custom Granite breakfast bar, which is moveable. The breakfast bar goal post style sits over the island and has the option to pull out to create a breakfast bar over hang for bar stools. This bespoke feature was created by the stone fabricators Stone Connection based in Wheldrake in York.
Gillespie Park
Gillespie Park
CairnCairn
Peter Landers
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Gillespie Park
Gillespie Park
CairnCairn
Peter Landers
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in London with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Black and White Kitchen - Hillsboro
Black and White Kitchen - Hillsboro
Adapt Interior DesignAdapt Interior Design
Mid-sized contemporary kitchen remodel, u-shaped with island featuring white shaker cabinets, black granite and quartz countertops, marble mosaic backsplash with black hardware, induction cooktop and paneled hood. Cabinet Finishes: Sherwin Williams "Pure white" Wall Color: Sherwin Williams "Pure white" Perimeter Countertop: Pental Quartz "Absolute Black Granite Honed" Island Countertop: Pental Quartz "Arezzo" Backsplash: Bedrosians "White Cararra Marble Random Linear Mosaic"
Woodlands
Woodlands
Legacy Renovations LLCLegacy Renovations LLC
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Studio Cannes
Studio Cannes
TrameTrame
Rénovation d'un studio à Cannes
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Nice with white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, cement flooring, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.
Corona Del Mar Modern
Corona Del Mar Modern
maison blue design groupmaison blue design group
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
1505 Loring Street
1505 Loring Street
Tourmaline Builders, Inc.Tourmaline Builders, Inc.
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, grey worktops and beige floors.
Blue & White Handless Kitchen
Blue & White Handless Kitchen
Point 5 Kitchens LtdPoint 5 Kitchens Ltd
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, white worktops, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets and beige floors.
Austin Westlake
Austin Westlake
Tribe Design GroupTribe Design Group
Photo by Kate Turpin Zimmerman
Large contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Austin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.

Contemporary U-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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