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Modern Kitchen with an Island Ideas and Designs

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Woodbine
Woodbine
Cynthia Hayes Interior DesignCynthia Hayes Interior Design
Jeffrey Allen
Kitchen Shades
Kitchen Shades
Advance Blinds & DraperyAdvance Blinds & Drapery
Hunter Douglas Duette Honeycomb Shade
South Fork Project, Luxury Home Draper, UT
South Fork Project, Luxury Home Draper, UT
Chris and Dick'sChris and Dick's
Amazing great room / modern kitchen. under mount stainless sinks, stainless appliances, showcase cabinets, glass lighting fixtures Cabinets and Countertops by Chris and Dick's, Salt Lake City, Utah. Design: Sita Montgomery Interiors Build: Cameo Homes Cabinets: Master Brands Countertops: Granite Paint: Benjamin Moore Photo: Lucy Call
Calacatta Marble Projects
Calacatta Marble Projects
BAASAR STONE PTY LTDBAASAR STONE PTY LTD
Calacatta Statuario Honed Marble book-match island bench with façade, splash back, range-hood façade and book match benchtop
Riverside Drive Kitchen
Riverside Drive Kitchen
atmosphere kitchen and bathatmosphere kitchen and bath
Sunnyside Ridge
Sunnyside Ridge
Aspen Design RoomAspen Design Room
This timelessly designed kitchen by the interior design team at Aspen Design Room is more than your average cooking space. With custom cabinetry, a massive oak dining table and lounge space complete with fireplace, this mountain modern kitchen truly will be the space to gather with family and friends.
San Diego Modernized Coastal Ocean Condo
San Diego Modernized Coastal Ocean Condo
RJA DesignRJA Design
This project was purposefully neutralized in ocean grays and blues with accents that mirror a drama filled sunset. This achieves a calming effect as the sun rises in the early morning. At high noon we strived for balance of the senses with rich textures that both soothe and excite. Under foot is a plush midnight ocean blue rug that emulates walking on water. Tactile fabrics and velvet pillows provide interest and comfort. As the sun crescendos, the oranges and deep blues in both art and accents invite you and the night to dance inside your home. Lighting was an intriguing challenge and was solved by creating a delicate balance between natural light and creative interior lighting solutions.
Winward Way
Winward Way
Della Porta Construction, Inc.Della Porta Construction, Inc.
Cabin in the Woods
Cabin in the Woods
Brothers Building Company IncBrothers Building Company Inc
Photo Credit: Susan Teare
White Kitchen
White Kitchen
Chi Renovation & DesignChi Renovation & Design
An open-concept kitchen with large amounts of storage utilizing white cabinets, countertops, a built-in hutch, and kitchen island. The kitchen island comes with drawers, cabinets, shelves, a spot for the microwave (to avoid taking up counter space), and a seating area. Dark hardwood floors, an off-white subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances and pendant lighting give contrast to the mostly white-colored room, giving it a bright, clean, and balanced look. Project designed by Skokie renovation firm, Chi Renovation & Design. They serve the Chicagoland area, and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all of the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/portfolio/lake-bluff-kitchen/
3256 Renovation
3256 Renovation
Chen + Suchart StudioChen + Suchart Studio
The L-shaped island in combination with the stainless steel appliance cube allow for the light to flow through this space entirely. The backdrop of the kitchen houses a steam oven and full height pantry cabinets. The block of Calacatta Oro is the countertop of this island, while a plain sliced black walnut bar top allows for finished dishes to be served to the adjacent dining room. The olive wood ceiling plane serves to unite the kitchen and living room spaces. Photos by Chen + Suchart Studio LLC
Modern House with breathtaking view. Hollywood Hills.
Modern House with breathtaking view. Hollywood Hills.
Katya Grozovskaya PhotographyKatya Grozovskaya Photography
Medallion Cabinetry
Medallion Cabinetry
Doug Ashy Cabinet Design CenterDoug Ashy Cabinet Design Center
Hallmark Floors Heirloom Autumn Stone hardwood flooring
Hallmark Floors Heirloom Autumn Stone hardwood flooring
CAPjr Flooring & DesignCAPjr Flooring & Design
Hallmark Floors Heirloom Autumn Stone hardwood flooring. Hallmark Floors, engineered hardwood floors, color Autumn Stone. To see the rest of the colors in the collection visit HallmarkFloors.com or contact us to order your new floors today! Hallmark Floors Heirloom Autumn Stone hardwood floor HEIRLOOM COLLECTION URL http://hallmarkfloors.com/hallmark-hardwoods/heirloom-hardwood-floors/ Simply classic Heirloom Hardwood Floors features true North American Species from the Appalachian region, prized for its superior quality and smooth tight “graining” characteristics. The plank faces are hand crafted and factory finished in a warm array of natural and rich colors. Reminiscent of the historic hardwoods of Europe, the Heirloom collection features truly hand scraped floors that have the look of subtly aged timbers, the look and pedigree of the finest estates and manors of yesteryear. The long length of this material combined with a 4 mm., sawn cut, solid, wear surface, the thickest on the market enhances the feeling of old world elegance, the feeling of an Heirloom. Using solid North American hardwoods with the finest plywood available gives Heirloom the same wear layer as solid timbers, but with more stability than solid timbers for a floor that will last a lifetime. The durable protection of UV cured, aluminum oxide coatings combined with warm array of natural and richly stained colors give the look of a beautifully crafted and styled, handmade floor. Simply Better…Discover Why.
Natural alderwood kitchen
Natural alderwood kitchen
WoodMasterWoodMaster
Clear conversion varnish finish / select alder / shaker style door with a 45 degree inside edge / pre-finished maple plywood interiors / flat crown molding.
Palisades Home
Palisades Home
Dan Arnold PhotoDan Arnold Photo
Dan Arnold Photo
Project 15 in Briarcliff Manor
Project 15 in Briarcliff Manor
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
Roll-out storage flanking the range are handy places to store oils and sauces. Ilir Rizaj
Croton On Hudson NY
Croton On Hudson NY
Leicht Westchester-GreenwichLeicht Westchester-Greenwich
Emprsadora Caesarstone compliment the island. Butter milk Counter top compliment the base cabinets.
Lawrence Park Ravine House
Lawrence Park Ravine House
Jillian Aimis ArchitectJillian Aimis Architect
Tom Arban
Marvelously Modern Tile
Marvelously Modern Tile
Arley Wholesale - MontgomeryArley Wholesale - Montgomery
Arley Wholesale

Modern Kitchen with an Island Ideas and Designs

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