A Fresh & Contemporary Kitchen Design By Burlanes

Burlanes were commissioned to design, create and install a fresh and contemporary kitchen for a brand new extension on a beautiful family home in Crystal Palace, London. The main objective was to maximise the use of space and achieve a clean looking, clutter free kitchen, with lots of storage and a dedicated dining area. We are delighted with the outcome of this kitchen, but more importantly so is the client who says it is where her family now spend all their time. “I can safely say that everything I ever wanted in a kitchen is in my kitchen, brilliant larder cupboards, great pull out shelves for the toaster etc and all expertly hand built. After our initial visit from our designer Lindsey Durrant, I was confident that she knew exactly what I wanted even from my garbled ramblings, and I got exactly what I wanted! I honestly would not hesitate in recommending Burlanes to anyone.”

Natural elements are brought into this contemporary kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Design + Construction

Maple cabinets with a caramel stain and backsplash tile of honed slate were some of their material choices. A large space, we kept the generous center island and flipped the appliance layout, moving the double ovens to the opposite wall closer to the refrigerator. Photography by Chrissy Racho

Rear addition in Arlington

Michael K. Wilkinson, Photographs

photo credit: Michael K. Wilkinson, Photographs

The Bovingdon Kitchen

Cue Group of Companies

CABINETRY: The Bovingdon kitchen in solid oak, oak veneer and tulipwood, Cue & Co of London, hand-painted in Dark Lead, Little Greene LIGHTING: The Small Lucent Lantern, Cue & Co of London APPLIANCES: Ovens, extractor hood, hob; all Neff; fridge-freezer, Zanussi WORK SURFACES: Polished concrete, Cue & Co of London SPLASHBACK: Polished Venetian plaster, Cue & Co of London SINK: Claron 700-U sink, Blanco TAP Provence two hole mixer with lever handles, Perrin & Rowe SHELF: Library Shelf Light II in reclaimed timber and hand-painted in a distressed finish, Cue & Co of London FREESTANDING CUPBOARD: Shaker-style Bovingdon Boiler Dresser in reclaimed timber with a hand-painted finish, Cue & Co of London SEATING: Handmade bench and bar stools, Cue & Co of London DINING TABLE: Solid wood Dining Table II from the Repast collection, Cue & Co of London Cue & Co of London kitchens start from £35,000

7th Avenue North

Naples ReDevelopment, Inc.

Chatelain - Mt. Pleasant, SC

Sceltas Custom Homes

Centrally located in Mount Pleasant, the owners of this condo wanted to give their loved kitchen a nice facelift. This kitchen remodel included new grey Silestone countertops, glazed subway tile backsplash, a Koehler farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, new pendant lighting, and custom made shelving and cabinetry (exclusive to Sceltas). With classic white shaker style cabinets with full extension soft close doors, this kitchen will be functional and attractive for years to come.

Redland Town House

Sustainable Kitchens

Shaker style kitchen with oak cabinets painted in Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone with an Australian Juparana Sandstone worktop.

Before & After Urban Sanctuary

Christine Austin Design

Cook's station has custom pullouts either side of the range to house the spices, sauces and utensils within easy reach while cooking

Marlborough Kitchen Makeover

Harvey Remodeling LLC

Harvey Remodeling LLC; Showplace Wood Products

15 Degrees

Matthias J Pearson Architect PLLC

3,900 SF home that has achieved a LEED Silver certification. The house is sited on a wooded hill with southern exposure and consists of two 20’ x 84’ bars. The second floor is rotated 15 degrees beyond ninety to respond to site conditions and animate the plan. Materials include a standing seam galvalume roof, native stone, and rain screen cedar siding. Feyerabend Photoartists

Grey Galley Shaker Kitchen - Sacramento

J & C Custom Cabinets Inc.

J & C Custom Cabinets provided the custom cabinets for this kitchen remodel done by Square Peg Remodeling. J&C332

Classic Kitchen - Open Plan Living

Neil Norton Design

This open plan kitchen features a stunning granite worktop which is matched with a tall splashback, creating a timeless elegant look. Wooden painted cabinets provide maximum storage and the classic kitchen is laid out to be both functional and comfortable. The extractor fan, integrated into the ceiling, together with fully integrated appliances, add the contemporary touch to this elegant, classical style of kitchen.

Hare

Tanya Collins Design Inc.

Gordon King Photography

Wimbledon Contemporary Shaker Kitchen

Brayer Design

Nick Smith

midwayhomesolutions’s ideas

Midway Home Solutions

A Kitchen in Black & White

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

The simple use of black and white…classic, timeless, elegant. No better words could describe the renovation of this kitchen, dining room and seating area. First, an amazing wall of custom cabinets was installed. The home’s 10’ ceilings provided a nice opportunity to stack up decorative glass cabinetry and highly crafted crown moldings on top, while maintaining a considerable amount of cabinetry just below it. The custom-made brush stroke finished cabinetry is highlighted by a chimney-style wood hood surround with leaded glass cabinets. Custom display cabinets with leaded glass also separate the kitchen from the dining room. Next, the homeowner installed a 5’ x 14’ island finished in black. It houses the main sink with a pedal style control disposal, dishwasher, microwave, second bar sink, beverage center refrigerator and still has room to sit five to six people. The hardwood floor in the kitchen and family room matches the rest of the house. The homeowner wanted to use a very selective white quartzite stone for counters and backsplash to add to the brightness of their kitchen. Contemporary chandeliers over the island are timeless and elegant. High end appliances covered by custom panels are part of this featured project, both to satisfy the owner’s needs and to implement the classic look desired for this kitchen. Beautiful dining and living areas surround this kitchen. All done in a contemporary style to create a seamless design and feel the owner had in mind.

Marco

American Coastal Properties

Andrew Bramasco Home redeveloped by American Coastal Properties

PEAPACK GLADSTONE

Passacantando Architects AIA

Photographer: Kevin Colquhoun

Teri Fotheringham

This open plan kitchen design features an asymmetrical bar height island, dark wood shaker style cabinets, a mosaic glass tile backsplash, and undercabinet lighting with a plug mold.

Contemporary Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets 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!