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Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA
Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA
FQ DESIGNS GROUPFQ DESIGNS GROUP
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, mosaic tiled splashback and dark hardwood flooring.
Green Living - Los Gatos Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel
Green Living - Los Gatos Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel
Shannon DemmaShannon Demma
Beautiful kitchen remodel that includes bamboo cabinets, recycled glass countertops, recycled glass tile backsplash, and many wonderful amenities for organizing.
Privatwohnung
Privatwohnung
studio lot Architektur | Innenarchitekturstudio lot Architektur | Innenarchitektur
kochen & essen, darüber schlafen
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Munich with concrete flooring, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances and no island.
Ruby Square Co-Housing
Ruby Square Co-Housing
WEST ELEVATION ARCHITECTS INCWEST ELEVATION ARCHITECTS INC
Open Kitchen with expansive views to open meadow below home. 3 level Island with multiple areas for storage and baking center. Counters are Fireslate and Granite. David Patterson Photography
Atelier premier etage / Bob
Atelier premier etage / Bob
Fabienne Delafraye PhotographeFabienne Delafraye Photographe
Fabienne Delafraye
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with brown cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Oak Street Residence
Oak Street Residence
Y.A. studioY.A. studio
Lucas Fladzinski
Small contemporary l-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Laura & Blake's Kitchen
Laura & Blake's Kitchen
Hello KitchenHello Kitchen
Whit Preston
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork flooring, no island, orange floors and white worktops.
kleine Küche
kleine Küche
raumdeuterraumdeuter
Foto: Emmanuel Decouard
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Berlin with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, integrated appliances and no island.
Modern Monochromatic Kitchen - Wheaton, IL
Modern Monochromatic Kitchen - Wheaton, IL
Drury DesignDrury Design
The concept of a modern design was created through the use of two-toned acrylic Grabill cabinets, stainless appliances, quartz countertops and a glass tile backsplash. The simple stainless hood installed in front of large format Porcelanosa tile creates a striking focal point, while a monochromatic color palette of grays and whites achieve the feel of a cohesive and airy space. Additionally, ample amounts of artificial light, was designed to keep this kitchen bright and inviting.
Kitchen Remodels
Kitchen Remodels
Nicely Done KitchensNicely Done Kitchens
http://www.nicelydonekitchens.com Photo credit: Chipper Hatter
Custom Wine Cellar Built-In
Custom Wine Cellar Built-In
Habitar DesignHabitar Design
Hannah Tindall
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen/diner in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Pantries & Wine Bars
Pantries & Wine Bars
California ClosetsCalifornia Closets
Pantry Drawers Snack Storage
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops and beige splashback.
Kitchen space optimization
Kitchen space optimization
Christopher HowardChristopher Howard
Tailor made style for an unusual shaped home extension to form a kitchen diner with spiral staircase to roof terrace. Beautiful bespoke cabinets painted in a dramatic charcoal contrast to the white countertops and walls and pale grey floor tiles.
Condo, Washington DC
Condo, Washington DC
Kitchen
Inspiration for a small contemporary kitchen in DC Metro.
Retro and Radical
Retro and Radical
Design First InteriorsDesign First Interiors
At 90 square feet, this tiny kitchen is smaller than most bathrooms. Add to that four doorways and a window and you have one tough little room. The key to this type of space is the selection of compact European appliances. The fridge is completely enclosed in cabinetry as is the 45cm dishwasher. Sink selection and placement allowed for a very useful corner storage cabinet. Drawers and additional storage are accommodated along the existing wall space right of the rear porch door. Note the careful planning how the casings of this door are not compromised by countertops. This tiny kitchen even features a pull-out pantry to the left of the fridge. The retro look is created by using laminate cabinets with aluminum edges; that is reiterated in the metal-edged laminate countertop. Marmoleum flooring and glass tiles complete the look.
The Park Crest Residence
The Park Crest Residence
Clark Design Build, LLCClark Design Build, LLC
This home located in Thiensville, Wisconsin was an original 1950's ranch with three bedrooms and one and one half baths. The remodel consisted of all new finishes throughout with a new kitchen matching the existing kitchen layout. The main bath was completely remodeled with new fixtures and finishes using the existing cabinetry. The original half bath was converted into a full bath by using an adjoining closet for more space. The new bathroom consists of new custom shower, fixtures and cabinets. This project is a good example of how to fix up an outdated house with a low budget.
Brickbottom Loft
Brickbottom Loft
Design DetailsDesign Details
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback and integrated appliances.
Rotpunkt Lucido White High Gloss Kitchen
Rotpunkt Lucido White High Gloss Kitchen
BP Kitchens & InteriorsBP Kitchens & Interiors
Le Mans corner unit for efficient use of normal dead corner space.
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Hampshire with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and a breakfast bar.
Essex Contemporary Penthouse
Essex Contemporary Penthouse
WoodwaysWoodways
This Woodways kitchen uses creative storage techniques in order to best utilize the limited kitchen space within this penthouse. Vertical lift cabinets maximize interior cabinet space and the glass panels lighten the visual weight of the space. The open plan and bright cabinetry allow the space to feel more expansive than reality. The darker lower cabinets add depth and contrast. Photo by Megan TerVeen, © Visbeen Architects, LLC
Modern Twist on Traditional
Modern Twist on Traditional
Nystrom DesignNystrom Design
Balancing modern architectural elements with traditional Edwardian features was a key component of the complete renovation of this San Francisco residence. All new finishes were selected to brighten and enliven the spaces, and the home was filled with a mix of furnishings that convey a modern twist on traditional elements. The re-imagined layout of the home supports activities that range from a cozy family game night to al fresco entertaining. Architect: AT6 Architecture Builder: Citidev Photographer: Ken Gutmaker Photography

Small Contemporary Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Small contemporary kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Small 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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