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Black Stallion
Black Stallion
America Granite INCAmerica Granite INC
A mid-size minimalist bar shaped kitchen gray concrete floor, with flat panel black cabinets with a double bowl sink and yellow undermount cabinet lightings with a wood shiplap backsplash and black granite conutertop
Rénovation complète d'un appartement
Rénovation complète d'un appartement
Jessica HarelJessica Harel
Un espace plan de travail créé sur mesure à l'aide de deux caissons de cuisine (Leroy Merlin) et un plan de travail découpé aux bonnes mesures.
This is an example of a small modern galley enclosed kitchen in Angers with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, lino flooring, blue floors and brown worktops.
Modern Kitchen with Traditional Details
Modern Kitchen with Traditional Details
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
This Southern kitchen from ARK Builders effortlessly blends traditional & modern design with a crisp white palette that beautifully showcases our handcrafted copper fixtures! http://ow.ly/9abN30lwOcX Featured: http://ow.ly/IDxo30lwOev | http://ow.ly/wnU030lwOg0 *Photos by John Hauge
Rénovation d'une studette
Rénovation d'une studette
L'agence MétamorphoseL'agence Métamorphose
Coin cuisine Après travaux
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, beige floors and grey worktops.
Marta
Marta
MRB kitchen&designMRB kitchen&design
Marcelino Raposo
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar and brown floors.
Kitchen and living design and remodel on a budget
Kitchen and living design and remodel on a budget
Interiors by PopovInteriors by Popov
This is another favorite home redesign project. Throughout my career, I've worked with some hefty budgets on a number of high-end projects. You can visit Paris Kitchens and Somerset Kitchens, companies that I have worked for previously, to get an idea of what I mean. I could start name dropping here, but I won’t, because that's not what this project is about. This project is about a small budget and a happy homeowner. This was one of the first projects with a custom interior design at a fraction of a regular budget. I could use the term “value engineering” to describe it, because this particular interior was heavily value engineered. The result: a sophisticated interior that looks so much more expensive than it is. And one ecstatic homeowner. Mission impossible accomplished. ​ P.S. Don’t ask me how much it cost, I promised the homeowner that their impressive budget will remain confidential. In any case, no one would believe me even if I spilled the beans.
Beachside Condo | Bar | Coronado, CA
Beachside Condo | Bar | Coronado, CA
Simply Stunning SpacesSimply Stunning Spaces
This Coronado Condo went from dated to updated by replacing the tile flooring with newly updated ash grey wood floors, glossy white kitchen cabinets, MSI ash gray quartz countertops, coordinating built-ins, 4x12" white glass subway tiles, under cabinet lighting and outlets, automated solar screen roller shades and stylish modern furnishings and light fixtures from Restoration Hardware.
URBAN Split-Level
URBAN Split-Level
Yipkiyeh InteriorsYipkiyeh Interiors
Modern white galley kitchen
Design ideas for a modern galley kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Garden Villa
Garden Villa
Hello KitchenHello Kitchen
Photo of a medium sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Fovero RLM Cord Hung Pendants
Fovero RLM Cord Hung Pendants
HTM Lighting SolutionsHTM Lighting Solutions
Photo of a large modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Tampa with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and yellow worktops.
Kitchen, Baths, and Laundry
Kitchen, Baths, and Laundry
Artisse™ WallpapersArtisse™ Wallpapers
Photo of a modern kitchen in Wilmington.
Kitchen remodel- Hayward
Kitchen remodel- Hayward
W and W Builders Group Inc.W and W Builders Group Inc.
new kitchen remodel just got done, gray tile, custom white flat-panel kitchen cabinets, Vadara Calacata white quartz countertop with custom 9 feet Island , panel-ready custom cabinet for the fridge, new construction window, LED lights..
Cozy Guest Kitchen
Cozy Guest Kitchen
Amandine ToselloAmandine Tosello
Peter Giles
Medium sized modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Nice with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Boca West Galley Kitchen
Boca West Galley Kitchen
Concept Kitchen & BathConcept Kitchen & Bath
Concept Kitchen and Bath, Boca Raton, FL Kitchen Designer: Neil Mackinnon
Photo of a small modern galley kitchen in Miami with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.
Istoria Bespoke Pale Oak engineered wood flooring
Istoria Bespoke Pale Oak engineered wood flooring
Istoria by Jordan AndrewsIstoria by Jordan Andrews
The Istoria Bespoke Pale Oak is our most popular bespoke colour. The processes the floor goes through leave the wood feeling rough to the touch and looking as raw as possible. If you want a raw, unfinished appearance this is the colour for you. As it only seals the timber rather than colouring it, it is available on any raw timber: the only colour variation you will have is from the raw material itself.
The Morrison "hOMe" Tiny House
The Morrison "hOMe" Tiny House
The Morrison hOMe Tiny HouseThe Morrison hOMe Tiny House
A full sized range provides ample space for cooking even the largest meals.
This is an example of a small modern kitchen in Other.
Serene and Sophisticated Urban Sanctuary
Serene and Sophisticated Urban Sanctuary
Mackenzie Collier InteriorsMackenzie Collier Interiors
This is an example of a small modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and a breakfast bar.
Del Ray Kitchen Renovation
Del Ray Kitchen Renovation
DIAG StudiosDIAG Studios
GE Microwave and Oven. White glossy IKEA cabinetry. Custom maple wine rack. Black Richlite countertop and cork flooring. Jason Albers & Marcy Giannunzio
Logan Square Redux Kitchen
Logan Square Redux Kitchen
Lark ArchitectureLark Architecture
The small but full kitchen utilizes compact appliances including a 24" range, 15" dishwasher, and 24" counter depth refrigerator. The bright white look is continued with easy-clean corian countertops and backsplash with an incorporated shelf.
Modern Lacquer with island in Swiss Cottage
Modern Lacquer with island in Swiss Cottage
Kitchens ContinentalKitchens Continental
A beautiful modern, yet practical, lacquer door kitchen with a white speckled quartz and working / breakfast island.
This is an example of a medium sized modern single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a built-in sink, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, black appliances, an island and multicoloured worktops.

Budget Modern Kitchen 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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