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Modern Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Beach Ave
Beach Ave
Schulberg Demkiw ArchitectsSchulberg Demkiw Architects
Derek Swalwell
This is an example of a small modern galley kitchen in Melbourne with concrete worktops, grey splashback, medium hardwood flooring, an island and light wood cabinets.
Sinbad Creek Residence
Sinbad Creek Residence
Swatt | Miers ArchitectsSwatt | Miers Architects
Russell Abraham
This is an example of a medium sized modern l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete worktops, red splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
UserUser
View of kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is by Italkraft and features white quartz counter-tops by Santino Design. The black leather 'S' chairs with metal chrome are from KOM. RS3 designed the custom-created cantilevered black glass bartop. Fabricated by MDV Glass. Modern dropped ceiling features contemporary recessed lighting and hidden LED strips. Custom floating dining table was also designed by RS3 and fabricated by Arlican Wood Inc. White Glass floors are from Opustone.
Cool Charm
Cool Charm
Handwerk InteriorsHandwerk Interiors
This modern, open concept design consists of a large island and lots of storage in the tall pantry cabinets. All of the appliances are fully integrated into the cabinetry, creating a streamlined, modern look only achieved through high quality custom design. Each of the pantry cabinets are outfitted with interior solid maple dovetailed drawers. Other materials found throughout this kitchen space include Caesarstone, engineered maple veneer and colourcore formica.
Bay Area european-style kitchen pantry
Bay Area european-style kitchen pantry
Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.
Kitchen Pantry: Exclusive Bay Area European Style Cabinetry made in our artisanal cabinet shop with Hafele Gourmet Pantry.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern kitchen pantry in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets.
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Jordan Iverson Signature HomesJordan Iverson Signature Homes
This is an example of a medium sized modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring and an island.
Los Gatos Townhouse
Los Gatos Townhouse
Suzette Sherman DesignSuzette Sherman Design
This is an example of a modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green splashback and a feature wall.
A NEW DAY Studio - Eynham Road
A NEW DAY Studio - Eynham Road
A New Day - Interior Design StudioA New Day - Interior Design Studio
A bespoke kitchen with clean and contemporary slab fronted cabinetry in a denim blue, paired with fluted oak cabinets above.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern u-shaped kitchen/diner in London with light wood cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, beige floors and white worktops.
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.
Carson
Carson
Daniela Fulford PhotographyDaniela Fulford Photography
Inspiration for a modern l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and grey worktops.
Killarney Project
Killarney Project
Avid Interior Design Inc.Avid Interior Design Inc.
This open concept floor plan uses thoughtful and intentional design with simple and clean aesthetics. The overall neutral palette of the home is accentuated by the warm wood tones, natural greenery accents and pops of black throughout. The carefully curated selections of soft hues and all new modern furniture evokes a feeling of calm and comfort.
Reforma Integral de Vivienda SFS
Reforma Integral de Vivienda SFS
Estudio AstizEstudio Astiz
Cocina con isla central abierta al salón por cuatro correderas de vidrio con perfilería negra.
Large modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, cement flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
This is a great house. Perched high on a private, heavily wooded site, it has a rustic contemporary aesthetic. Vaulted ceilings, sky lights, large windows and natural materials punctuate the main spaces. The existing large format mosaic slate floor grabs your attention upon entering the home extending throughout the foyer, kitchen, and family room. Specific requirements included a larger island with workspace for each of the homeowners featuring a homemade pasta station which requires small appliances on lift-up mechanisms as well as a custom-designed pasta drying rack. Both chefs wanted their own prep sink on the island complete with a garbage “shoot” which we concealed below sliding cutting boards. A second and overwhelming requirement was storage for a large collection of dishes, serving platters, specialty utensils, cooking equipment and such. To meet those needs we took the opportunity to get creative with storage: sliding doors were designed for a coffee station adjacent to the main sink; hid the steam oven, microwave and toaster oven within a stainless steel niche hidden behind pantry doors; added a narrow base cabinet adjacent to the range for their large spice collection; concealed a small broom closet behind the refrigerator; and filled the only available wall with full-height storage complete with a small niche for charging phones and organizing mail. We added 48” high base cabinets behind the main sink to function as a bar/buffet counter as well as overflow for kitchen items. The client’s existing vintage commercial grade Wolf stove and hood commands attention with a tall backdrop of exposed brick from the fireplace in the adjacent living room. We loved the rustic appeal of the brick along with the existing wood beams, and complimented those elements with wired brushed white oak cabinets. The grayish stain ties in the floor color while the slab door style brings a modern element to the space. We lightened the color scheme with a mix of white marble and quartz countertops. The waterfall countertop adjacent to the dining table shows off the amazing veining of the marble while adding contrast to the floor. Special materials are used throughout, featured on the textured leather-wrapped pantry doors, patina zinc bar countertop, and hand-stitched leather cabinet hardware. We took advantage of the tall ceilings by adding two walnut linear pendants over the island that create a sculptural effect and coordinated them with the new dining pendant and three wall sconces on the beam over the main sink.
Flat Natural Maple Cabinets in Open Kitchen with Glass Backsplash
Flat Natural Maple Cabinets in Open Kitchen with Glass Backsplash
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
Inspiration for a medium sized modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Elsternwick
Elsternwick
VMD InteriorsVMD Interiors
Suzi Appel
This is an example of a medium sized modern kitchen pantry in Melbourne with light wood cabinets, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, black appliances and brown floors.
Container House Kitchen
Container House Kitchen
Greyscape StudioGreyscape Studio
Thick concrete kitchen countertops for a container house in West Boulder really set off the playful and funky, yet industrial feel of the unique house. Rather than trying to hide the seams we decided to celebrate them and incorporate them into the design by adding strips of the same maple ply that the cabinets were made out of.
Northern Liberties
Northern Liberties
Simple Kitchen And BathSimple Kitchen And Bath
Alex Larionov
This is an example of a large modern galley kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with an island, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, glass tiled splashback, a single-bowl sink and light hardwood flooring.
Custom Roman Shades / Roman Blinds
Custom Roman Shades / Roman Blinds
Windows Dressed UpWindows Dressed Up
ROMAN SHADE - www.windowsdressedup.com - Kitchen Design and Ideas. Design your own custom roman shades / roman blinds & curtain panels for your kitchen with your choice of over 3,000 distinctive fabrics, modern styles, and multiple options. Windows Dressed Up is your Denver window treatment store for custom blinds, shutters shades, custom curtains & drapes, custom valances, custom roman shades as well as curtain hardware & drapery hardware. Measuring and installation available. Servicing the metro area, including Parker, Castle Rock, Boulder, Evergreen, Broomfield, Lakewood, Aurora, Thornton, Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Arvada, Golden, Westminster, Lone Tree, Greenwood Village, Wheat Ridge. Photo: Windows Dressed Up custom roman shades - kitchen ideas and designs.
Downtown Modern Cottage
Downtown Modern Cottage
Hausmith Building Co.Hausmith Building Co.
Photo: Zephyr McIntyre
Design ideas for a small modern u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Magnificent Larder Kitchen
Magnificent Larder Kitchen
Figura Kitchens & InteriorsFigura Kitchens & Interiors
Larder cupboard designed by Giles Slater for Figura. A large larder cupboard within the wall with generous bi-fold doors revealing marble and oak shelving. A workstation and ample storage area for food and appliances

Modern Kitchen with Light Wood Cabinets 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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