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Modern Home Studio City
Modern Home Studio City
BRENT SILVER CONSTRUCTIONBRENT SILVER CONSTRUCTION
This is an example of a large modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz worktops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
閑静な住宅街のコートハウス住宅
閑静な住宅街のコートハウス住宅
寺下浩　一級建築士事務所寺下浩　一級建築士事務所
閑静な住宅街のコートハウス住宅
Large modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and brown worktops.
モダン キッチン
モダン キッチン
Design ideas for a modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Nagoya with white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Barber BuildersBarber Builders
Our custom made cabinetry. with floating shelves create an open airy space. A simple blend of craftsman and modern lines is consistent throughout the home.
Designer Solar Screen Shades with Somfy Motorization in Contemporary Home
Designer Solar Screen Shades with Somfy Motorization in Contemporary Home
Window SpacesWindow Spaces
Contemporary kitchen with Mecho Solar Screen Shades & Somfy Motorization for ease of operating the light filtering window treatments!
Photo of a large modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Bristol | Moon Architect + Builder
Bristol | Moon Architect + Builder
Brett Charles PhotographyBrett Charles Photography
Brett Charles
Design ideas for a medium sized modern kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Villandry Circle
Villandry Circle
Hills & GrantHills & Grant
Photo: Lisa Petrole
Design ideas for an expansive modern kitchen/diner in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Mission Condo
Mission Condo
Lush Interiors Inc.Lush Interiors Inc.
Brand New White Kitchen Custom island with seating
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Calgary with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey floors.
Watermill, Hamptons, NY.
Watermill, Hamptons, NY.
UserUser
Photos by Rafael Gamo
Large modern u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with limestone flooring, an island, a submerged sink, beige floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and integrated appliances.
cucina
cucina
Chiara Costa + Claudia Ponti ArchitettiChiara Costa + Claudia Ponti Architetti
La grande cucina grigia ha le ante in resina e piano in vetro retrovernivìciato satinato. Al centro una grande isola con la zona bancone/pranzo e la sottile cappa soprastante
RESTON, VIRGINIA--MODERN/CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN REMODEL
RESTON, VIRGINIA--MODERN/CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN REMODEL
Expert Kitchen Designs, LLCExpert Kitchen Designs, LLC
June Stanich
Design ideas for a medium sized modern single-wall kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
2017 CARRE-FS
2017 CARRE-FS
Leicht Westchester-GreenwichLeicht Westchester-Greenwich
Photo of a large modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, brown splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and a breakfast bar.
Mission District 2622
Mission District 2622
SF Design BuildSF Design Build
Inspiration for a medium sized modern single-wall kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring and no island.
Greenwich Village
Greenwich Village
Pamela Dailey DesignPamela Dailey Design
This 400 s.f. studio apartment in NYC’s Greenwich Village serves as a pied-a-terre for clients whose primary residence is on the West Coast. Although the clients do not reside here full-time, this tiny space accommodates all the creature comforts of home. Bleached hardwood floors, crisp white walls, and high ceilings are the backdrop to a custom blackened steel and glass partition, layered with raw silk sheer draperies, to create a private sleeping area, replete with custom built-in closets. Simple headboard and crisp linens are balanced with a lightly-metallic glazed duvet and a vintage textile pillow. The living space boasts a custom Belgian linen sectional sofa that pulls out into a full-size bed for the couple’s young children who sometimes accompany them. Efficient and inexpensive dining furniture sits comfortably in the main living space and lends clean, Scandinavian functionality for sharing meals. The sculptural handrafted metal ceiling mobile offsets the architecture’s clean lines, defining the space while accentuating the tall ceilings. The kitchenette combines custom cool grey lacquered cabinets with brass fittings, white beveled subway tile, and a warm brushed brass backsplash; an antique Boucherouite runner and textural woven stools that pull up to the kitchen’s coffee counter puntuate the clean palette with warmth and the human scale. The under-counter freezer and refrigerator, along with the 18” dishwasher, are all panelled to match the cabinets, and open shelving to the ceiling maximizes the feeling of the space’s volume. The entry closet doubles as home for a combination washer/dryer unit. The custom bathroom vanity, with open brass legs sitting against floor-to-ceiling marble subway tile, boasts a honed gray marble countertop, with an undermount sink offset to maximize precious counter space and highlight a pendant light. A tall narrow cabinet combines closed and open storage, and a recessed mirrored medicine cabinet conceals additional necessaries. The stand-up shower is kept minimal, with simple white beveled subway tile and frameless glass doors, and is large enough to host a teak and stainless bench for comfort; black sink and bath fittings ground the otherwise light palette. What had been a generic studio apartment became a rich landscape for living.
Custom Kitchen Island - Modern Glam Apartment Renovation
Custom Kitchen Island - Modern Glam Apartment Renovation
Paula McDonald Design Build & InteriorsPaula McDonald Design Build & Interiors
To achieve an open kitchen, dining-living room and entertaining space, this small Upper East Side apartment required a gut renovation. We had to get very creative to answer the design dilemmas in this open kitchen, even working to an 1/8 of inch, dealing with a structural column and moving the sink. Removing or reducing barriers helped add light and create a better flow between the spaces. To tie in the upgraded lighting fixtures we created a soffit allowing us to run the pendants below a beam. Featuring an open eat-in counter, beautiful finishes, and enviable stainless steel appliances, we created a beautiful, yet highly functional contemporary apartment that gives our client the lifestyle of she wanted - to be able to entertain both glamorously and comfortably!
Kitchen - After
Kitchen - After
Realty Restoration, LLCRealty Restoration, LLC
Christopher Davison, AIA
Inspiration for a medium sized modern galley kitchen/diner in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Woodland
Woodland
Derrington Building StudioDerrington Building Studio
Photo Credit: Craig Washburn Pictures
Inspiration for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Austin with open cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, engineered stone countertops and metro tiled splashback.
Modern-Unstructured Boca Raton Kitchen
Modern-Unstructured Boca Raton Kitchen
Wyman Builders, Inc.Wyman Builders, Inc.
The Clean Lines and Colors Work Perfectly with the Clients Vision For the Project.
This is an example of a medium sized modern u-shaped kitchen/diner in Miami with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Modern kitchen in LA
Modern kitchen in LA
Noah Construction & DesignNoah Construction & Design
Photo of a medium sized modern galley kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Brookview Place
Brookview Place
Webber Development & ConstructionWebber Development & Construction
McGinnis Leathers
Design ideas for an expansive modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tiled splashback and white floors.

Modern Kitchen/Diner Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful modern kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of modern 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 modern photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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