Chauvet

Nick Lee Architecture

Michelle Wilson Photography

Contemporary Kitchen

Jenny Velasquez Design

The Newcastle Shaker Kitchen by deVOL

deVOL Kitchens

Gore Creek Residence

Beth Levine Architect, Inc.

A blue Cornufe Stove imported from France is the focus of the kitchen. Beautiful William Ohs cabinets line the wall next to the stove, their white color brightening the room.

Custom Wine Cellar Built-In

Habitar Design

Hannah Tindall

Modern White Kitchen With Personality - Potomac MD

RemodeLdc.com by Courthouse Design/Build

THE DREAM White Kitchen! This room is elegant and visually stunning with clean modern lines, and yet replete with warm, inviting charm in every aspect of its design. This gorgeous white kitchen by Courthouse Design/Build with wonderful Wood-Mode cabinetry from the Courthouse Kitchens & Baths Design Studio seamlessly combines traditional elements with contemporary, modern design to bring that perfect dream of a white kitchen to life. Kenneth M. Wyner Photography Inc.

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.

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.

Casual Elegance

Wiles Design Group

This convenient and stylish pantry holds it all! Photography by Lori Wiles Design--- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/

Wimbledon Contemporary Shaker Kitchen

Brayer Design

Nick Smith

Fleur de sel

Nouvelle Cuisine Design

This classic white shaker kitchen has cabinets with simple mouldings and clear glass tiles doors. Its whiteness is enhanced by the gray tone of the wood flooring, countertops and stone backsplash. Industrial and chic fixtures with a chrome finish just fill the space above the huge island and give it even more presence. The vast space allows a lot of circulation that becomes handy when all the family is gathered together to cook for a delicious feast. Finally, the color of the kitchen cabinets and glass doors create lightness sought by the occupants.

Modern Nantucket Renovation

Cheney Brothers Building & Renovation LLC

Katie Kaizer Photography, Nantucket MA Anne Becker Design, Nantucket MA

Vartan Kirakossian

M & J Star Construction, Inc.

This Banquette and the entire project was designed by Renzo J Nakata Architects and constructed by M&J Star Construction. Renzo J Nakata Architects http://www.houzz.com/pro/renzojnakata/renzo-j-nakata-architects

Contemporary Arts & Craft

By Design

The existing 70's styled kitchen needed a complete makeover. The original kitchen and family room wing included a rabbit warren of small rooms with an awkward angled family room separating the kitchen from the formal spaces. The new space plan required moving the angled wall two feet to widen the space for an island. The kitchen was relocated to what was the original family room enabling direct access to both the formal dining space and the new family room space. The large island is the heart of the redesigned kitchen, ample counter space flanks the island cooking station and the raised glass door cabinets provide a visually interesting separation of work space and dining room. The contemporized Arts and Crafts style developed for the space integrates seamlessly with the existing shingled home. Split panel doors in rich cherry wood are the perfect foil for the dark granite counters with sparks of cobalt blue. Dave Adams Photography

1922 Pennsylvania Four Square

Jillian Lare

Complete renovation of the kitchen in a 1922 traditional four square style home. The cabinets are the Adel shaker style door from IKEA. Appliances are Jenn-Air floating black glass. The farmhouse sink is also from IKEA. The countertops are leather finish solid black granite. The simple mosaic glass backsplash is from Susan Jablon. Faucet - Kohler. Lighting - Restoration Hardware.

Dewinton Reno

Martin's Custom Finishing Ltd

South Finley Rd. Kitchen

J Kennedy Design

Bird Street-Birmingham, Michigan

Meg Corley Premier Interiors

Dan Wonsch

Kitchen Remodel By OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.

OTM Designs & Remodeling Inc.

Contemporary kitchen design usually takes a “less is more” approach. There is nothing excessive in this style, and aesthetics are artfully created keeping simplicity in mind. The space will be free from clutter, without decorative moldings or cornices, with no accessories adorning the counter tops and walls. The beauty comes alive in understated components; streamlined cabinetry, halogen lighting, glass tile backsplashes and stainless steel dominates Contemporary style. It projects an image of organization, cleanliness and utility.

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!