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Hopkinson House Condo
Hopkinson House Condo
k YODER design, LLCk YODER design, LLC
Layered lighting accentuates the ceiling and palette of walnut millwork and white quartz and tile, while providing illumination for kitchen tasks. Mirage white oak/dura matt wood floor; polished quartz counter with waterfall edge; custom Brookside/Brookline walnut veneered millwork; Stone Source matte porcelain tile backsplash and accent wall; Blanco pull-out spray kitchen faucet; Benjamin Moore paint
Palisades
Palisades
Anne Rae DesignAnne Rae Design
Small modern kitchen in San Diego with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement flooring, grey floors and grey worktops.
Modern Galley Kitchen in Alameda
Modern Galley Kitchen in Alameda
Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.
Francis Combes
This is an example of a small modern enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, composite countertops, beige splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, ceramic flooring and no island.
Dream Loft
Dream Loft
Ajoku StudiosAjoku Studios
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Miami with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring, no island, beige floors and grey worktops.
N Residence
N Residence
REINES DESIGN, INCREINES DESIGN, INC
Passover Kitchen
Photo of a small modern u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, white floors and white worktops.
One-wall kitchen project
One-wall kitchen project
SOVASOVA
Our new one-wall kitchen project. This simple layout is space efficient without giving up on functionality. Area 22 sq.m.
Small modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Dublin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and beige worktops.
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Northern Beaches Kitchens and BathroomsNorthern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Kitchen Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
HOME REMODELING INC.HOME REMODELING INC.
Photo of a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, grey floors and black worktops.
Le Chesnay - Rénovation complète
Le Chesnay - Rénovation complète
Facil'RénovFacil'Rénov
Rénovation complète d'un appartement de 45m².
This is an example of a small modern single-wall kitchen/diner in Paris with composite countertops, white splashback, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, beige worktops, a built-in sink and flat-panel cabinets.
MARIDOR
MARIDOR
LUPO Design et Agencement d'EspacesLUPO Design et Agencement d'Espaces
Small modern enclosed kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, pink floors and brown worktops.
CASA B
CASA B
doppiozerodoppiozero
Photo of a small modern l-shaped open plan kitchen in Florence with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, a breakfast bar, beige floors, white worktops and a drop ceiling.
The Soft Light Apartment
The Soft Light Apartment
Azari ArchitectsAzari Architects
Modern minimalistic kitchen in the condo apartment.
Photo of a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, granite splashback, black appliances, laminate floors, brown floors and black worktops.
Pietra Di Cardoso Grigio In-Side Collection
Pietra Di Cardoso Grigio In-Side Collection
Ollin StoneOllin Stone
The great traditional Italian architectural stones: Porfido, Piasentina, Cardoso. These materials have been popular since the age of antiquity due to their strength, hard-wearing resistance and at the same time their outstanding styling appeal. They are the inspiration for the IN-SIDE series. The series is named after the state-of-the-art technology with which Laminam was able to quash another paradigm of ceramic surfaces, creating a body and surface continuity in the slabs.
Stylish and Functional
Stylish and Functional
John Lewis of HungerfordJohn Lewis of Hungerford
Stove Grey handleless cabinetry, quartz worktop and splashback
Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped kitchen in London with grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback and white worktops.
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.
Soho apartment
Soho apartment
Black and Milk | Interior Design | LondonBlack and Milk | Interior Design | London
For our full portfolio, see https://blackandmilk.co.uk/interior-design-portfolio/
Colour pop kitchen, Morpeth
Colour pop kitchen, Morpeth
Studio DeanStudio Dean
This kitchen is full of colour and pattern clashes and we love it! This kitchen is full of tricks to make the most out of all the space. We have created a breakfast cupboard behind 2 pocket doors to give a sense of luxury to the space. A hidden extractor is a must for us at Studio Dean, and in this property it is hidden behind the peach wooden latting. Another feature of this space was the bench seat, added so the client could have their breakfasts in the morning in their new kitchen. We love how playful and fun this space in!
Green Theatre Kitchen
Green Theatre Kitchen
French CabinetryFrench Cabinetry
Modern white open plan kitchen with fully integrated appliances, flat-panel handleless cabinets, and waterfall island. French Cabinetry provides custom Europen cabinetry for your kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces. All cabinets are manufactured and imported from Europe. We offer complimentary interior design, provide realistic renderings and breath-taking visual tours for the ultimate design experience, and develop technical plans for installation by our team. Let's talk about your project! Our showroom is located at 3960 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306, USA. You can check more of our portfolio and schedule a free online or showroom consultation on our website: http://www.frenchcabinetry.com.
Yandina Sunrise
Yandina Sunrise
Atelier Chen HungAtelier Chen Hung
The kitchen has a pale pink nougat-like terrazzo benchtop, paired with a blonde/pink Vic Ash timber joinery to make for an appetising space for cooking. Photography by James Hung
Casa C-18
Casa C-18
DCA ArquitecturaDCA Arquitectura
Photo of a small modern single-wall open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.

Small Modern Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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