Kitchen design - Navy base cabinets with timber cabinets above. Black met arch with polished Venetian plaster finish. Handmade tiles to splash back . Curved island bench with wicker counter stools. Hardwood floor.

Malvern East Kitchen

Studio Esar

Malvern East Kitchen renovation Photography - Suzi Appel Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

Pasteur

Pamela Martin

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, white floor and white benchtop.

The 1977 Contemporary

Twelve Chairs Interiors

Photo: Joyelle West
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with blue cabinets, terra-cotta splashback, with island, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and raised-panel cabinets.

Pine House

Bryant Alsop Architects

This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, black benchtop, an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, brown floor and vaulted.

Canal St Martin

Charlotte Vauvillier

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Downtown San Diego High Rise, Single Unit, Complete Remodel

Peterson Remodeling, Inc.

Design By- Jules Wilson I.D, Photo Taken By- Brady Architectural Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, terra-cotta splashback, panelled appliances, marble floors and with island.

Elmhurst Contemporary Kitchen

Schanstra Design Group

A white kitchen with mixed metals and a combination of gray and warm tones were the mandate for this kitchen that served as the hub of the open floor plan modern home. The stainless steel appliances and gold toned pendants, backsplash, and seating are tied together by the marble which has both gray and sienna hues. The custom hood and stainless horizontal feature added interest. This kitchen is also equiped with the latest appliance technology and heated floors for function and comfort.

Mid-Century Ranch Kitchen Renovation Before and After

Karen @into my window

The kitchen is much more functional with a long stretch of counter space and open shelving making better use of the limited space. Most of the cabinets are the same width and are flat panel to help the kitchen feel more open and modern. The size and shape of the Ohio-made glazed hand mold tile nods to the mid-century brick fireplace wall in the living space.

Rénovation cuisine et RDC d'une maison avec agrandissement dans mur porteur

ADORA Rénovation

Changement de la cuisine : sol, meubles et crédence Installation d'une verrière
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, pink splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, blue floor and beige benchtop.

Sea of Tile Kitchen

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Designed by Victoria Highfill. Photography by Melissa M Mills
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley separate kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rénovation d'un appartement à Marseille

User

Olivier Amsellem
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Marseille with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, terra-cotta splashback and no island.

Rosedale Residence - Kitchen

Yorkville Design Centre

All mill-work is designed, provided and installed by Yorkville Design Centre
Design ideas for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and multiple islands.

Réunir deux appartements pour créer un duplex familial - Projet Pyramides

Mon Concept Habitation

Nos clients ont fait l’acquisition de deux biens sur deux étages, et nous ont confié ce projet pour créer un seul cocon chaleureux pour toute la famille. ?‍?‍?‍? Dans l’appartement du bas situé au premier étage, le défi était de créer un espace de vie convivial avec beaucoup de rangements. Nous avons donc agrandi l’entrée sur le palier, créé un escalier avec de nombreux rangements intégrés et un claustra en bois sur mesure servant de garde-corps. Pour prolonger l’espace familial à l’extérieur, une terrasse a également vu le jour. Le salon, entièrement ouvert, fait le lien entre cette terrasse et le reste du séjour. Ce dernier est composé d’un espace repas pouvant accueillir 8 personnes et d’une cuisine ouverte avec un grand plan de travail et de nombreux rangements. A l’étage, on retrouve les chambres ainsi qu’une belle salle de bain que nos clients souhaitaient lumineuse et complète avec douche, baignoire et toilettes. ✨

Interior concept N°4

Maison Laurel

Photo of a small contemporary galley kitchen in Paris with wood benchtops, green splashback and terra-cotta splashback.

Вид на кухонную зону.

ANDdesign / Александра Дашкевич

Photo of a small contemporary u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Moscow with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, ceramic floors, no island, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, raised-panel cabinets, brown splashback and black appliances.

CHARONNE

Tamara Tung

Cuisine avec éléments ikea personnalisée avec des zelliges traditionnels cuits au four, des carreaux de ciments anciens chinés par mes soins en Espagne, agrémenté d'un plan de travail conçu sur mesure en bois exotique. Création d'étagères sur mesure avec le même bois.

Elmhurst Contemporary Kitchen

Schanstra Design Group

Symmetry abounds! The bookmatched marble comes to a point in the middle and the double ovens under a single induction cooktop shows that you don't have to make them both the same size.

Sea of Tile Kitchen

Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC

Designed by Victoria Highfill. Photography by Melissa M Mills
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley separate kitchen in Nashville with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, terra-cotta splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and beige benchtop.

JJ Roussseau

Estelle GRIFFE

Ici les portes miroirs agrandissent l'espace et reflètent el ciel de cette cuisine sous les toits. La dureté du verre est atténuée par un motif gravé, inspiré des motifs de al crédence.

Contemporary Kitchen with Terra-cotta Splashback 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!