True to its cliche, but only because it is true, the kitchen is the center of the home. Remember the last huge party you hosted? You made sure your entire house was pristine, set up comfortable seats in every corner of the living room, and prepared buffet and hors d’oeuvres tables, but where did everyone wind up congregating? Obviously, the kitchen! The kitchen always appears to become the hub of the house, whether it’s for entertaining affluent guests or doing homework. Since we spend so much time here, let’s make it as glitzy, opulent, and welcoming as we can. Here are some contemporary cabinet ideas to make your little kitchen pop.
1.Modern White Kitchen Cabinets
Maybe the idea of brightly colored cabinets sends frightening chills up your spine, if so, then a simple white kitchen may be the best choice for you.What could be better than glistening white cabinets that reflect the sunshine into your home? White kitchens are popular for a very good reason, no matter the style of the home—they keep the kitchen looking clean (even when the dirty dishes are piled sky-high).This look can be achieved via numerous finishes such as paint, glossy lacquer, melamine, or veneer. No matter what your budget, a clean, modern white kitchen can be yours. White kitchen cabinets also pair very well with numerous styles of drawer pulls.If this clean, easy option sounds appealing, then maybe a white kitchen is in your future. Just keep a cleaning rag on hand to wipe away all those dirty finger prints.
2.Take Out the Upper Kitchen Cabinets for a Modern Space
Skipping the upper kitchen cabinets entirely may seem a bit risky to some, but by doing so you can really achieve quite the open, modern space.Take a look at the kitchen in the image below — its sleek black and white styling, sans upper cabinets, is very appealing. In place of upper cabinetry, you can add an amazing back splash that travels up to the ceiling, or you have room for an ultra-modern stainless steel hood over the stove.Of course, this style may not be right for those who require a lot of kitchen storage. As you can imagine, without upper cabinets, your storage space is halved.If storage is not an issue for you, then this open, clean aesthetic may be the best choice for your modern kitchen.
3.Stained Wood Kitchen Cabinet Styles Can be Modern
Pickled white cabinets are not exactly all the rage right now, but you can still stain wooden cabinets with a tint of color to achieve a unique contemporary design. Look at these green tint-stained cabinets in the picture below. They are sleek, clean, and unique. With just a touch of color, the historical grain of the wood seems to be brought to the forefront, allowing the cabinets texture to take center stage. This stained style almost seems to be a mixture of back-to-nature combined with extreme modernism. Solid wood slab doors can be tinted to match any color scheme of your choosing — just be careful to discuss your style with the cabinet maker.Some wood grains can be knotty and if wood knots are unappealing to you, then discuss this beforehand. Stain will only make these knots stand out more.
4.Distressed Gun Metal Steel Kitchen Cabinets
Here is a look your neighbors will not have (but they will surely envy when they see it).In the image below, the kitchen cabinets are galvanized, hot-rolled steel with a clear coat finish — the steel is layered over an MDF base. The finished look is nothing short of spectacular! This clean, minimalist style gives the illusion that this is not even a kitchen — the cupboards become a piece of stylish furniture or art, instead.If a hidden kitchen appeals to you, then this unique look may be yours. You would have to consult a metal fabricator and cabinet door maker to have these custom cabinets made to your specifications. One thing to remember: hot-rolled galvanized steel will result in a different look each time — no two will ever be the same.
5.Mix up Your Kitchen Cabinet Styles by Combining Wood, Lacquer and Paint
In a minimalist interior you can mix up the palette a bit. Why not try lower wood cabinets in combination with upper white lacquered ones? Or veneered walnut cabinet side panels with shiny lacquered faces? Or stainless steel floating upper shelves with painted lower wood cabinets.The combinations are endless and you are certain to achieve a style that is uniquely you. If mixing it up is something you are interested in trying, then it may be best to consult an interior designer and a professional cabinet maker. There are just too many combos to choose from, and you want to make sure you still end up with a minimalist kitchen, not a messy mixture.
6.Kitchen Island into a Small Kitchen
Many homeowners have a fantasy of having a kitchen island, but it may seem impossible to combine this dream with a small kitchen. But with the appropriate layout and construction, it’s a practical addition that will offer more prep space and additional storage. Drawers, countertops, and an additional sink are added in this space by a slim design that is painted white to avoid appearing imposing. Your small kitchen can appear more spacious and cheerful if you use white kitchen ideas.
7.Open Concept Space
The availability of a huge footprint is one advantage of open plan kitchen design concepts. However, it’s important to take care that the kitchen doesn’t take over an open-plan area when adding one.
One of our favorite kitchen wall tile ideas, a modest subway tile backsplash, along with a wall of cupboards in this smart kitchen design help to keep the utilitarian room apart from the social one. The partial wall, however, guarantees that the cook is not left alone. This compact kitchen nonetheless seems open and breezy since it was built around a wide window and the half wall also lets in light from the patio doors and skylight.
There are so many choices and possibilities for your modern kitchen cabinets. This article did not even touch upon cabinet pulls (that could be another story unto itself). Choosing cabinetry to style a kitchen space that is uniquely yours can be overwhelming. It is best to take your time and consider all of the choices.
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