Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

You can do black in a small room

Collaroy Kitchen Centre

25 year old modular kitchen with very limited benchspace was replaced with a fully bespoke kitchen with all the bells and whistles perfect for a keen cook.

Red Bud

Soledad Builders, LLC

Sleek MCM kitchen with walnut cabinets and gorgeous white Quartzite countertops.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

Derelict building conversion

HOKO // The Homeowner's Architect

An incredible derelict building conversion. We helped the client open up the internal space to allow them to have a more modern living arrangement. the client's taste was impeccable and we had great fun working with them on this statement project!

Prichett

Avan Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cuisine Avenue Marceau - Paris

DIMI INTERIOR DESIGN

Modèle : E-sign EGGERSMANN A la fois atelier de cuisine, “breakfast room” pour y déguster seul et ou à plusieurs son thé, son café. Pièce à manger où il fait bon vivre de bienheureux moments de convivialité partagée. Plan en Granit MONT BLANC – finition placage Chêne clair – table de cuisson et aspiration NOVY fours NEFF robinetteries finition laiton brossé

Kitchen

Lisa & Leroy

Hot trend alert: bookmatched vertical grain cabinetry. A mouthful but oh so pretty to look at.
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Tibi 20

Rahal Architects llc

Large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, white benchtop, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Kitchen Remodeling

Mr. & Mrs. Construction & Remodeling

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop, quartz benchtops, marble splashback and multi-coloured floor.

LAMBER - Rénovation complète 150m2, Paris

Beau Intérieur

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Moody Marble

Niche Design Co | Chelsey Mathieson

Photo of a large contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Boise Foothills

Gravitas

A Modern Contemporary Home in the Boise Foothills. Anchored to the hillside with a strong datum line. This home sites on the axis of the winter solstice and also features a bisection of the site by the alignment of Capitol Boulevard through a keyhole sculpture across the drive.

Stone Grey Kitchen & Living Area

Planet Furniture

This recently completed project, in a mansion apartment in Harpenden, is a great example of how a modern kitchen with neutral colours can be perfect for an open living space. The light filled kitchen is from our Next125 range and has a Stone Grey Satin Lacquer finish and a Caesarstone Concrete Quartz worktop. Appliances from Siemens and Fisher & Paykel have been chosen for their innovative design and functionality but also look sleek and unobtrusive. The design possibilities of the Next125 range means we were able to extend the cabinetry into the living space with the matching Media Unit which has Stone Grey base units. To unify the space between the kitchen and living areas the bespoke shelving of the media unit has been stained to match the Solid Oak breakfast bar in the kitchen area. To complete the look, the bright splashback in the kitchen provides an injection of colour which reflects the colour accents throughout the apartment.

REFORMA INTEGRAL E INTERIORISMO REYES

SMG Arquitectura y Reformas

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white benchtop, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and grey floor.

Asheville Mountain Modern Kitchen

RCJ Building Inc.

Custom Walnut Cabinetry, Accent Walls, Open Floor Plan
Design ideas for a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Lake Oswego Residence

Pedini NW

Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Alloy Penthouse

DANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & Cambridge

To make the most of this window-endowed penthouse, I designed sleek, pared-down spaces with low-slung lounge seating, floating consoles, and modern Italian pieces. The kitchen is an open-plan layout, and the narrow dining room features a Keith Fritz dining table complemented with Roche Bobois dining chairs. Photography by: Sean Litchfield --- Project designed by Boston interior design studio Dane Austin Design. They serve Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Cohasset, Newton, Weston, Lexington, Concord, Dover, Andover, Gloucester, as well as surrounding areas. For more about Dane Austin Design, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/alloy-penthouse

Bird Key Renovation

ECHT-ARCHITECTS

Sweeping views of Downtown Sarasota across the Bay from Bird Key create a dramatic backdrop for this Neo-Modern renovation. Situated at the corner of a waterfront street, the original home had strong bones and great sight-lines. The owner sought to re-imagine the interiors in a more contemporary style, complementing the owner's eclectic art collection. Echt-Architects worked with the owner closely to realize this collaborative design, with the help of Interior Designer Marie Bowman, and General Contractor Nathan Cross. The spaces are opened inward toward each other, and out toward the dramatic views. Large format concrete-look porcelain tiles blend them together. A tall walnut-stained front door welcomes guests into the Living Room, with a broad custom concrete fireplace surround with tapering edges, and a soaring walnut paneled over-mantle and ceiling detail. A broad threshold overlooks the Dining area with Family Room beyond. A large, open Kitchen sits at center stage, with walnut and lacquer finishes. An elegant stair with a center stringer and wood block treads brings you upstairs to the guest suites. Beside the Family Room, a custom concrete bartop with waterfall and tapering details provides ample space for relaxation and play.

Bails

Annabode Interior Design

Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback and vaulted.

Rue de Toqueville

Roberta Becherucci - Cuisines et Décoration

Dans ce très bel appartement haussmannien, nous avons collaboré avec l’architecte Diane de Sedouy pour imaginer une cuisine élégante, originale et fonctionnelle. Les façades sont en Fénix Noir, un matériau mat très résistant au toucher soyeux, et qui a l’avantage de ne pas laisser de trace. L’îlot est en chêne teinté noir, le plan de travail est en granit noir absolu. D’ingénieux placards avec tiroirs coulissants viennent compléter l’ensemble afin de masquer une imposante chaudière. Photos Olivier Hallot www.olivierhallot.com

Contemporary Kitchen Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Contemporary Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!