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Communa 33
Communa 33
Studio BaziStudio Bazi
Автор: Studio Bazi / Алиреза Немати Фотограф: Полина Полудкина
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in Moscow with a submerged sink, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, flat-panel cabinets, brown floors and no island.
Historic Urban Neighborhood Total Renovation
Historic Urban Neighborhood Total Renovation
Fryday & DoyneFryday & Doyne
Joel Lassiter
Design ideas for a small contemporary open plan kitchen in Charlotte with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and beige floors.
Квартира на Зоологической улице
Квартира на Зоологической улице
PUUSTELLI MOSCOWPUUSTELLI MOSCOW
Small contemporary single-wall enclosed kitchen in Moscow with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble flooring, no island and white floors.
Emerson Project
Emerson Project
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Shop the Look, See the Photo Tour here: http://www.studio-mcgee.com/studioblog/2017/2/27/emerson Watch the webisode: http://www.studio-mcgee.com/studioblog/2017/2/27/emerson
Quirky Retro Style Shaker Kitchen
Quirky Retro Style Shaker Kitchen
Sustainable KitchensSustainable Kitchens
Oak shaker kitchen with blue green tile splashbacks. The cabinets are painted in Farrow & Ball Ammonite. The cabinet above the hob houses an extractor fan. The worktop is engineered quartz which works well with the floor tiles. Charlie O'Beirne
Apartment Interior Fitout by studioJLA
Apartment Interior Fitout by studioJLA
Justin Loe ArchitectsJustin Loe Architects
Anson Smart
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped kitchen in Sydney with white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, no island and marble splashback.
Piso Salamanca
Piso Salamanca
Paula Rosales (estudio more-co)Paula Rosales (estudio more-co)
Cocina con isla Fotógrafo: Javier Ortega
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, black appliances, an island, marble worktops, grey splashback, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
Our designers beautiful and functional home in Brooklyn
Our designers beautiful and functional home in Brooklyn
Noble AbodeNoble Abode
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and no island.
The Clerkenwell Kitchen by deVOL
The Clerkenwell Kitchen by deVOL
deVOL KitchensdeVOL Kitchens
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, coloured appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Квартира 60 м кв
Квартира 60 м кв
Валентина СавескулВалентина Савескул
Photo of a small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Moscow with a built-in sink, laminate countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island and blue cabinets.
PANTRIES / LAUNDRY ROOMS
PANTRIES / LAUNDRY ROOMS
UserUser
Combining Antique White Melamine and Classic Maple Melamine makes this pantry much more appealing to the eye. Plenty of storage for wine, trays, canned goods. Custom Pantry created for our Tysons Showroom. Designed by Michelle Langley and Fabricated / Installed by Closet Factory Washington, DC September 2016
White Galley Kitchen
White Galley Kitchen
Ability RemodelingAbility Remodeling
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley enclosed kitchen in Phoenix with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.
01 HERREN-WG
01 HERREN-WG
By Andy INTERIORDESIGNBy Andy INTERIORDESIGN
Küche & Essbereich der HerrenWG Fotos: by andy In Berlin-Kreuzberg lässt es sich leben – vor allem auf 220 Quadratmetern und mit den besten Freunden! Vier junge Start-Up-Gründer und -Mitarbeiter haben sich einen Loft mit fünf Zimmern zu ihrem gemeinsamen Wohnsitz auserkoren. Stylish, jung und lässig sollen diese vier Wände nun eingerichtet werden – und by andy hilft dabei!
Contemporary Seaside Kitchen
Contemporary Seaside Kitchen
Florida Designer CabinetryFlorida Designer Cabinetry
Miralis cabinets in white milk shake acrylic with a custom color high gloss lacquer Countertops Pompeii quartz white lightning with Blanco diamond metallic grey sink and Blanco satin nickel faucet and soap dispenser. Ann Sacks backsplash tile Sub-zero refrigerator Wolf ovens and hood vent Bosch dishwasher
Grace & Danny's kitchen
Grace & Danny's kitchen
April Case UnderwoodApril Case Underwood
Stacy Goldberg
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Küche
Küche
Offcut BerlinOffcut Berlin
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Berlin with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback and stainless steel appliances.
SCHLOSSGARTEN II
SCHLOSSGARTEN II
Grambow & WidmerGrambow & Widmer
Schränke mit Einschubtüren bieten nicht nur Bewegungsfreiraum, sie schaffen vor allem Übersicht – so werden auch kleine Küchen zu Stauraumwundern. Nach erledigter Küchenarbeit wird der Schrank geschlossen und Ruhe tritt in die Frontgestaltung der Hochschrankzeile ein.
The Estates at Black Rock - Bunkhouse
The Estates at Black Rock - Bunkhouse
eric hedlund design llceric hedlund design llc
Small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Embankment Gardens, Chelsea
Embankment Gardens, Chelsea
Ardesia DesignArdesia Design
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood flooring.
Lakeside Tiny House
Lakeside Tiny House
GMI Design GroupGMI Design Group
This lakeside A-Frame cottage required creative space planning. The lower level galley kitchen offers tons of hidden storage built under the stairs. Modern grey cabinetry and open shelving are accented by ample recessed and spot lights. The countertop and white subway tiles wrap around into the living area, creating multi-function seating. USB outlets allow homeowners and guest to charge their smart devices easily. The floors look like a greyed rustic wood, but are actually luxury vinyl tiles...perfect for the in-and-out traffic from water related activities.

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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