Contemporary Kitchen Inspiration For A Modern Home

01 Feb Contemporary Kitchen Inspiration For A Modern Home

The kitchen is frequently referred to as ‘the heart of the home’ and for lots of homeowners, this will be the room that they spend most of their time in when they’re at home. Due to this, when redesigning this communal space, it is important to ensure that it is both functional and stylish, and in order to achieve this, many will turn to the contemporary style for inspiration. 

Contemporary style is incredibly popular amongst homeowners and it is undeniably versatile. This style is continually evolving and it reflects the most popular trends of current styles, so it is essentially a combination of a number of different styles. Whilst there are some key design features in contemporary styles, such as neutral colour schemes and sleek clean lines, it is open for interpretation and it is easy to create your own take on this style. 

If your property is quite modern and you’re wanting a contemporary kitchen that will work with the rest of your home, below we have put together some popular kitchen design ideas that may inspire you. 

Kitchen islands 

As you’re probably aware, kitchen islands have been seen in kitchens for decades and they are just as popular today as they were back in the 1970s. Not only are kitchen islands perfect for socialising and many choose to have bar stools at their island, but they are also a functional workspace too and you could even have your electric hob or kitchen sink on your island. 

Handleless cabinets 

When working on a kitchen design, the small details should never be overlooked and things such as your kitchen cabinet handles can make such a big difference to the overlooked look of the space. Nowadays, with the option of handleless cabinets available, they can help you to achieve a minimalist look that is very in keeping with the contemporary style. 

Smart appliances

Commonly, stainless steel appliances are used in kitchen designs, but it is becoming increasingly common for people to incorporate built-in appliances into new designs in order to keep their worktops clutter-free. Smart appliances are also becoming more popular too and in particular, boiling water taps, and they are a common sight in modern kitchens nowadays. 

Two-tone colour palettes 

When picking a colour scheme for a contemporary kitchen design, many will play it safe and stick to whites, creams and greys, but two-tone kitchens are very on-trend at the moment. Simply having half of your kitchen cabinets in a darker or brighter colour will instantly add life and personality to the space and there are so many colour combinations to choose from.

Natural textures 

Many modern kitchen designs will have a gloss or matte finish to the cabinets and have marble worktops, but bringing more natural textures into the space is popular in contemporary designs. Adding wood into your design, whether this is your worktop or your cabinets, and even using concrete and industrial metals, and filling the space with interesting textures can work brilliantly. 

Statement lighting 

Whilst it is always beneficial to flood a space with natural light, in a room like the kitchen, additional artificial lighting is essential. Having task lighting in convenient spaces is often combined with statement ambient lighting. Hanging pendant lighting has been an eye-catching feature in many kitchen designs and it is something that tends to work well in any space. 

Designing a contemporary kitchen in Oxfordshire 

When working on a bespoke kitchen design for your modern home, it is undeniably worthwhile considering some of the different design ideas mentioned above and you can trust that if you’re aiming for a contemporary style, they will all work perfectly. No matter what size or shape your kitchen may be, you can use the inspiration above and adapt it to suit your individual needs and, thankfully, most of these ideas are just as versatile as the overall style that you’re aiming for. 

If you need assistance designing a new contemporary kitchen in Oxfordshire, be sure to get in touch with our team here at Abingdon Bathrooms & Kitchens today. Our team of talented and experienced designers will gladly help you to transform your kitchen and we can assist with everything from the initial design stages all the way through to installation. Feel free to visit our showroom or book a free home design visit today to find out more about how we can help you with your contemporary kitchen in Oxfordshire.