Large trendy l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor open concept kitchen photo in Miami with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, an island, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Eric Rorer
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen remodel in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, mirror backsplash and stainless steel appliances

Eat-in kitchen - contemporary l-shaped eat-in kitchen idea in Boston with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and mirror backsplash

Eat-in kitchen - contemporary gray floor eat-in kitchen idea in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

Mountain style dark wood floor and brown floor open concept kitchen photo with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and black countertops

Contractor: Giffin and Crane Photographer: Jim Bartsch
Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped medium tone wood floor enclosed kitchen photo in Santa Barbara with stainless steel appliances, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, mirror backsplash and an island

Mark Reeves
Example of a mid-sized classic multicolored floor kitchen design in Cheshire with marble countertops, mirror backsplash, an island, beaded inset cabinets and gray cabinets

When the homeowners purchased this Victorian family home, they immediately set about planning the extension that would create a more viable space for an open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Approximately two years later their dream home is now finished. The extension was designed off the original kitchen and has a large roof lantern that sits directly above the main kitchen and soft seating area beyond. French windows open out onto the garden which is perfect for the summer months. This is truly a classic contemporary space that feels so calm and collected when you walk in – the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of modern family living. Carefully zoning the kitchen, dining and living areas was the key to the success of this project and it works perfectly. The classic Lacanche range cooker is housed in a false chimney that is designed to suit the proportion and scale of the room perfectly. The Lacanche oven is the 100cm Cluny model with two large ovens – one static and one dual function static / convection with a classic 5 burner gas hob. Finished in stainless steel with a brass trim, this classic French oven looks completely at home in this Humphrey Munson kitchen. The main prep area is on the island positioned directly in front of the main cooking run, with a prep sink handily located to the left hand side. There is seating for three at the island with a breakfast bar at the opposite end to the prep sink which is conveniently located near to the banquette dining area. Delineated from the prep area by the natural wooden worktop finished in Portobello oak (the same accent wood used throughout the kitchen), the breakfast bar is a great spot for serving drinks to friends before dinner or for the children to have their meals at breakfast time and after school. The sink run is on the other side of the L shape in this kitchen and it has open artisan shelves above for storing everyday items like glassware and tableware. Either side of the sink is an integrated Miele dishwasher and a pull out Eurocargo bin to make clearing away dishes really easy. The use of open shelving here really helps the space to feel open and calm and there is a curved countertop cupboard in the corner providing space for storing teas, coffees and biscuits so that everything is to hand when making hot drinks. The Fisher & Paykel fridge freezer has Nickleby cabinetry surrounding it with space above for storing cookbooks but there is also another under-counter fridge in the island for additional cold food storage. The cook’s pantry provides masses of storage for dry ingredients as well as housing the freestanding microwave which is always a fantastic option when you want to keep integrated appliances to a minimum in order to maximise storage space in the main kitchen. Hardware throughout this kitchen is antique brass – this is a living finish that weathers with use over time. The glass globe pendant lighting above the island was designed by us and has antique brass hardware too. The flooring is Babington limestone tumbled which has bags of character thanks to the natural fissures within the stone and creates the perfect flooring choice for this classic contemporary kitchen. Photo Credit: Paul Craig

Example of a large trendy single-wall gray floor eat-in kitchen design in Hertfordshire with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Kitchen - transitional l-shaped gray floor kitchen idea in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic backsplash, mirror backsplash, an island and gray countertops

Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped white floor kitchen remodel in London with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, mirror backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Handless Matt Satin Kitchen Cabinets, Integrated Lighting and Mirrored Splashbacks with Caesarstone Worktops and up stands. Engineered Oak Flooring throughout this 60s apartment in Cambridge Park. Maison Photography

Example of a small trendy u-shaped eat-in kitchen design in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, solid surface countertops, mirror backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Cheville Parquet
Mid-sized transitional light wood floor and beige floor kitchen photo in London with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood countertops, an undermount sink, mirror backsplash and a peninsula

Emma
Example of a large trendy l-shaped light wood floor and brown floor kitchen design in Hertfordshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, mirror backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and black countertops

The homeowners of this beautiful Turramurra kitchen design wanted a statement kitchen with a bold, contemporary design featuring marble and dark cabinetry.

Classic tailored furniture is married with the very latest appliances from Sub Zero and Wolf to provide a kitchen of distinction, designed to perfectly complement the proportions of the room. The design is practical and inviting but with every modern luxury included.

Ultra modern kitchen with ultra modern materials and appliances. Miele appliances throughout, with cooktop separated by a bench mounted Bora range hood. Kitchen joinery all supplied by Pure Interiors, surface of joinery all scratch and dent proof, not to mentioned very sleek and concealed.

The new kitchen area sits at the rear of the house within an open-plan kitchen, living and dining space. The island has become the new gravitational point when family visit or when the couple are entertaining.