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Contemporary U-shaped Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Grey Oaks Project 2018
Grey Oaks Project 2018
PBS ContractorsPBS Contractors
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, multicoloured worktops, granite worktops, porcelain flooring, grey floors and white cabinets.
Emerald Hills Home Remodel
Emerald Hills Home Remodel
Nash Design StudioNash Design Studio
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Corona Del Mar - Home Remodel
Corona Del Mar - Home Remodel
Home Design ArchitectsHome Design Architects
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, an island, grey floors and black worktops.
Восток и Запад
Восток и Запад
ARTUP BUREAUARTUP BUREAU
Сергей Ананьев
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic splashback, porcelain flooring, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, beige splashback, black appliances and a breakfast bar.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Design ideas for a contemporary grey and cream u-shaped kitchen/diner in Albuquerque with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.
CUISINE AVEC VUE
CUISINE AVEC VUE
Studio idoStudio ido
La cuisine est fonctionnelle et conviviale. Avec une organisation optimale en U, tout est rapidement à portée de main. Famille et amis se réunissent autour du plan de travail qui se prolonge en un bel espace, à la fois lieu de préparation, de repas et de discussion. Agencement dessiné en collaboration avec le cabinet d'habitat KOPO. Ebéniste, marbrier, métallier, tapissier et décorateur ont réuni leur savoir-faire pour cette réalisation haute couture, du sur-mesure, en passant par la matérialisation de la structure en métal, par l'équilibre des nuances de gris et l'harmonie des teintes du chêne des étagères et du parquet. Cette cuisine est une invitation à un moment de partage. stylisme: Aurélie Lesage, crédit photo: Germain Herriau MIRA espace boutique : lampe ORORI Atelier Polyhedre , céramique Mini Téséo STUDIO LA CUEVA, DODÉ: Bouteille Double Paroi SERAX, Maison Simone: Tabouret haut Chêne L'Atelier du Petit Parc: bougeoir et saladier en bois Ferronnerie : Evan Antzenberger Peinture: Peintures Ressource
Contemporary Custom Home-Naperville
Contemporary Custom Home-Naperville
Redstart Construction, Inc.Redstart Construction, Inc.
Picture Perfect House
Large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, dark wood cabinets and beige floors.
Woodside Custom
Woodside Custom
Schneider Design Associates - SDASchneider Design Associates - SDA
Bernard Andre
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, multiple islands, beige floors, white worktops, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, wood splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Small U Shape Kitchen - Kensington, London
Small U Shape Kitchen - Kensington, London
Elan KitchensElan Kitchens
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, dark hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and black worktops.
Water Mill House
Water Mill House
DHD Architecture and Interior DesignDHD Architecture and Interior Design
The Watermill House is a beautiful example of a classic Hamptons wood shingle style home. The design and renovation would maintain the character of the exterior while transforming the interiors to create an open and airy getaway for a busy and active family. The house comfortably sits within its one acre lot surrounded by tall hedges, old growth trees, and beautiful hydrangeas. The landscape influenced the design approach of the main floor interiors. Walls were removed and the kitchen was relocated to the front of the house to create an open plan for better flow and views to both the front and rear yards. The kitchen was designed to be both practical and beautiful. The u-shape design features modern appliances, white cabinetry and Corian countertops, and is anchored by a beautiful island with a knife-edge marble countertop. The island and the dining room table create a strong axis to the living room at the rear of the house. To further strengthen the connection to the outdoor decks and pool area of the rear yard, a full height sliding glass window system was installed. The clean lines and modern profiles of the window frames create unobstructed views and virtually remove the barrier between the interior and exterior spaces. The open plan allowed a new sitting area to be created between the dining room and stair. A screen, comprised of vertical fins, allows for a degree of openness, while creating enough separation to make the sitting area feel comfortable and nestled in its own area. The stair at the entry of the house was redesigned to match the new elegant and sophisticated spaces connected to it. New treads were installed to articulate and contrast the soft palette of finishes of the floors, walls, and ceilings. The new metal and glass handrail was intended to reduce visual noise and create subtle reflections of light. Photo by Guillaume Gaudet
West Marylebone
West Marylebone
Day TrueDay True
Gary Summers
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, marble worktops, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors, grey worktops, a submerged sink, black cabinets and grey splashback.
Offene Küche mit Kochinsel
Offene Küche mit Kochinsel
Neue Räume - Die Küchen SchreinerNeue Räume - Die Küchen Schreiner
Weisse Küche mit geölter Eichenholzarbeitsplatte auf der Kücheninsel und weißer Laminat Arbeitsplatte auf der Küchenzeile. Maximaler Stauraum durch deckenhohe Schränke und integriertem Durchgang in die Speisekammer. Weiße, grifflose Fronten aus Birkenschichtholz mit durchgefärbtem Laminat.
Lake Shore Drive Condo
Lake Shore Drive Condo
Mike Crews PhotographyMike Crews Photography
Mike Crews Photography
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors and white worktops.
rénovation d'un appartement en hyper centre urbain
rénovation d'un appartement en hyper centre urbain
ad mansioad mansio
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Lyon with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Thierry
Thierry
Montmarin Interior DesignMontmarin Interior Design
meero
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Paris with blue cabinets, laminate countertops, blue splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, no island and brown worktops.
Reforma integral en calle Ausiàs Marc
Reforma integral en calle Ausiàs Marc
Grupo InventiaGrupo Inventia
La cocina está abierta al salón, creando un espacio único, pero bien definidos visualmente. Grupo Inventia.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and white floors.
NUMBER TWENTY TWO.one
NUMBER TWENTY TWO.one
Cloisters Design LtdCloisters Design Ltd
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Hertfordshire with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island and beige floors.
Transitional Kitchen & Bath Remodel
Transitional Kitchen & Bath Remodel
Studio 810 Design/BuildStudio 810 Design/Build
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, metro tiled splashback, an island, beige floors, quartz worktops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances and porcelain flooring.
Modern Farmhouse | Astro Design | Ottawa, Canada
Modern Farmhouse | Astro Design | Ottawa, Canada
Astro Design CentreAstro Design Centre
Design & Supply by Astro Design Timeless yet fresh in its aesthetic and efficient in its layout, this beautiful kitchen is sure to become a well used and thoroughly enjoyed heart and hub of this new home. Dornbracht Faucet, Galley Workstation, Aster Cabinetry, Kolbe Windows Floor: Craft Brevik Rustic White Oak 8" Wire Planks (all available via Astro) Ottawa, Canada JVL Photography
Schuller Kitchens
Schuller Kitchens
Studio35 YorkStudio35 York
Contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, grey splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.

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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