So many people are opting for a contemporary kitchen these days. This is due to our architects becoming more daring with their designs and producing ultra modern homes at an alarming rate. Another reason why this type of design is popular with us, is when we redo our traditional kitchens we tend to want a totally different look by going modern. The opposite is also true, you might have a modern kitchen, but you are yearning for a country look or traditional look, so the first opportunity we get to change our kitchens it is usually drastic. Well who said drastic isn't nice!
Lets have a look at some of the designs in a modern kitchen today:
Less is more. That's the new slogan. The less clutter you have in the kitchen the more space you have. Yes and it's space they want to create. We all know that a plain old stitched together kitchen is uninviting. We have our dishwasher sticking out like a sore thumb and our fridge takes up an entire one wall. On top of this, your work space is virtually non existent. They say this is why we are not productive in the kitchen and see it only as a dreary place to throw together a quick meal. Hence the minimalistic kitchen was born!
So it goes without saying, storage units that will compliment a kitchen like this, also have smooth surfaces made from either wood or stainless steel. The cabinets, fridge, dishwasher and recycle facilities are recessed and flows naturally with the main sleek look. You will not find any door knobs or handles, and only need to gently push a door and it will pop open effortlessly.
You cannot have too many colors in this kitchen, but if you do want some color, place a transparent glass vase somewhere that will catch the eye immediately. Here even your flowers should have a minimalist look. Choose long stemmed ones and only concentrate on one color at a time.
A smooth and sleek kitchen also has to have ultra modern lighting. You could accentuate the entire room by installing lighting in different shades of pastels. Here your lighting would be recessed and no wall lamps or structures can protrude. Take care to have a bright light on the surfaces used most for food preparation.
Designs around floors have also taken a huge jump in the 21st century. Now it is essential to have a linear floor design as well. Some even use steel sheeting combined with wood and ceramic to give a textured look on the floor but keeping it one-dimensional at all times. To get this type of look in a small kitchen you might want to break down a wall that separates the kitchen with another room. Here you can create a spacious flow that will extend into say the dinning room or lounge area.
A contemporary kitchen is not doubt the way forward as it is also low maintenance and totally practical - together with and an atmosphere of opulence, elegance and intelligence. - 32406
Lets have a look at some of the designs in a modern kitchen today:
Less is more. That's the new slogan. The less clutter you have in the kitchen the more space you have. Yes and it's space they want to create. We all know that a plain old stitched together kitchen is uninviting. We have our dishwasher sticking out like a sore thumb and our fridge takes up an entire one wall. On top of this, your work space is virtually non existent. They say this is why we are not productive in the kitchen and see it only as a dreary place to throw together a quick meal. Hence the minimalistic kitchen was born!
So it goes without saying, storage units that will compliment a kitchen like this, also have smooth surfaces made from either wood or stainless steel. The cabinets, fridge, dishwasher and recycle facilities are recessed and flows naturally with the main sleek look. You will not find any door knobs or handles, and only need to gently push a door and it will pop open effortlessly.
You cannot have too many colors in this kitchen, but if you do want some color, place a transparent glass vase somewhere that will catch the eye immediately. Here even your flowers should have a minimalist look. Choose long stemmed ones and only concentrate on one color at a time.
A smooth and sleek kitchen also has to have ultra modern lighting. You could accentuate the entire room by installing lighting in different shades of pastels. Here your lighting would be recessed and no wall lamps or structures can protrude. Take care to have a bright light on the surfaces used most for food preparation.
Designs around floors have also taken a huge jump in the 21st century. Now it is essential to have a linear floor design as well. Some even use steel sheeting combined with wood and ceramic to give a textured look on the floor but keeping it one-dimensional at all times. To get this type of look in a small kitchen you might want to break down a wall that separates the kitchen with another room. Here you can create a spacious flow that will extend into say the dinning room or lounge area.
A contemporary kitchen is not doubt the way forward as it is also low maintenance and totally practical - together with and an atmosphere of opulence, elegance and intelligence. - 32406
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Matthew Kerridge is an expert in kitchen design. If you want more information about types of contemporary kitchen or are searching for a trusted kitchen online retailer please visit http://www.wrenkitchens.com
