Contemporary kitchen cabinets are in high demand by homeowners because they reflect the current trend. They are eco-friendly, technologically advanced, and have a clean style. Contemporary kitchens mix modern design with minimalism with flat-front cabinetry, sleek fixtures, and wood accents. With homeowners spending more time at home than ever, these kitchens are great for both everyday life and entertaining.
What is a Contemporary Kitchen cabinet?
Contemporary design follows the trends and incorporates modern architecture as well. This style of architecture started in the 1970s and has evolved. The kitchen is often open to other rooms in the house, such as the living and dining room. Large windows allow a large amount of natural light into the space. A contemporary home can borrow aspects from a variety of styles which can make it hard to pinpoint, however, a minimalistic approach is common.
Clean and Sleek Design:
While contemporary kitchen cabinets borrow streamlined surfaces from the modern design movement, it is often cozier and more livable than the modern kitchen. Contemporary is not a design movement, but rather a term that describes ‘in the now’. Clean lines and simple design are the underlying themes of the contemporary kitchen.
The contemporary style uses glass, smooth finishes, and light wood within the space. Natural materials like stone are also used. Containers are used to store gadgets or other small kitchen appliances so that there is no visible clutter.
Contemporary design includes horizontal lines in the layout of the cabinets and counters, the flooring, and the backsplash. Some contemporary kitchens use geometric forms to create interest. Angles, curves, squares, diamonds, globes, and rectangles are accents that can be used in furniture, wall décor, windows, counters, and lighting.
Elements of a Contemporary Kitchen:
Homeowners who are drawn to a contemporary kitchen should incorporate the following into their plans:
Modern contemporary kitchen Cabinets:
In general, modern contemporary kitchen cabinets have a sleek, more angular design that has little ornamentation. They are functional and streamlined. Two types of cabinet doors are typically used in contemporary kitchens—Shaker and flat-front. Both have simple lines. Contrasting cabinet colors with countertops, backsplashes, and flooring makes for an interesting kitchen. Opposites are often used in the contemporary kitchen, for example, gray wall cabinets and white base cabinets.
Hardware:
Long brass handles are popular in different types of kitchens, including contemporary ones, because they work well with varying styles and color schemes. While dark kitchen hardware is not new, a flat or matte black finish is new for 2021. This finish gives a dramatic look when paired with white or light cabinets.
Color Palette:
A contemporary kitchen uses neutral colors and fabrics but adds bold color accents or accessories. The bold color should complement the neutral colors. Typical colors include white, beige, black, and gray. About sixty percent of the contemporary kitchen should be one of these dominant colors, 30 percent a secondary color, and only 10 percent a complimentary accent color.
Furniture:
If the kitchen has an eat-in area, the furniture has clean lines, but with soft, rounded edges to match the rest of the house. Patterns are often not used in the fabric, but rather neutral linens or cottons that can be textured. Sometimes the furniture is a combination of shapes.
Countertops:
Countertops are also streamlined and are often made of granite or quartz. Both granite and quartz come in a large variety of colors and patterns to match any color scheme. For an upscale contemporary kitchen, lava stone can be installed for a super-smooth, glossy addition.
Flooring:
Flooring in a contemporary kitchen uses light wood. For example, birch or maple wood are good options. Engineered wood with a plywood core is a way to use wood economically and sustainably. Currently, oak and ash are the on-trend finishes.
Appliances:
Contemporary kitchens boast the latest and greatest appliances. They are often stainless steel, high-end, and energy-efficient. Homeowners who want a ‘smart’ home will enjoy a contemporary kitchen with all of its amenities, including water and energy-saving appliances and faucets.
Tile:
In the contemporary kitchen, a small area of handmade tile can make an impact. Tile above the cooktop or the wall over the kitchen desk if there is one can become the accent of the kitchen, but the edges remain sharp and clean. Some homeowners choose to keep the tile in a neutral color that does not compete with the rest of the space.
Lighting:
An abundance of light is important in this kitchen style. Often, large windows are interspersed throughout the area to let in as much natural light as possible. Many lighting options will work in a contemporary kitchen. Recessed lighting and pendants over the island are two options that fit the style.
Sink:
A new design idea in contemporary kitchens is the integrated sink. This type of sink is made from the same material as the countertops so there is no transition between them. Oversized sinks are also popular with homeowners.
Conclusion
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