Modern Kitchen Cabinets

On the back wall of this contemporary kitchen, frosted glass and steel cabinets offer visual relief from the texture of the bamboo. A nook for the microwave and a storage display for wine offer more countertop space for food prep. There's also a tambour door in the back corner, effectively hiding several small appliances which used to permanently reside out in the open on the countertop. Modern design can mean different things to different people, but in general if your design style is less traditional and more contemporary, you may favor using modern kitchen cabinets in your remodel. Modern design started around World War I and featured flat surfaces, geometric forms, and minimal ornamentation. Modern kitchen cabinets are characterized by this sleek, more angular design with a simplicity in their doors and frames. Recent modern design reflects a trend towards midcentury modern furniture, which features bold angles and curves. This design can be translated into modern kitchen cabinetry as well. Modern kitchen islands can harbor modern cabinets that reflect this angular or curved look and also feature up-to-date components to store cookware and dishware. Kitchen Cabinets Dubai

Big or small, it’s a space for gathering, entertaining, and, most importantly, eating. Everyone has different needs when it comes to the kitchen. Some desire maximum storage, others are looking for the ultimate chef’s kitchen, and some need to fit a lot into a little. A kitchen should reflect your lifestyle and design taste. Here we share our tips for optimizing a kitchen space. For the most part, apartments have a smaller footprint to work with; therefore, utilizing every inch of the space is a top priority in optimizing the kitchen space. Upper cabinets are not always an option, but they provide much-needed storage if they are. In this kitchen, the island doubles as the sole eating area common in apartment living. Compact stools offer a lovely design aesthetic without taking over unnecessary space. On a smaller scale, this L-shaped kitchen incorporates warm woods and a few modern touches. When designing a kitchen that’s not an open floor plan, windows provide abundant natural light, creating a more open and airy space. Open upper shelves also make the space feel less confined. If your goal is a large kitchen that functions as an ultimate gathering space, an open floor plan design with plenty of seating options is key. In this kitchen, we opened the space and took advantage of the home’s breathtaking views. The appliances reflect the large kitchen design - a double fridge, and a state-of-the-art range. To fully optimize the kitchen space, the oversized island provides additional seating and rounds out this perfect gathering space. When designing kitchens, ample storage is a common request, but when you also like clean and modern spaces, getting that storage without it seeming overcrowded can be challenging. As seen in this kitchen, creative storage solutions, such as adding cabinets under the island, can provide the additional storage needed without taking away from the space’s overall aesthetic.

For a look that's a bit more eclectic, try a bold, carved mask from Africa instead of the print from Italy and a cinnabar box from China instead of porcelain from England. Pieces from different eras can be a bit trickier to mix, but you can balance smooth and rough, opulent and simple for exciting results. For example, a 1940s fruit-motif tablecloth can keep company with a Della Robbia-style still-life if it's displayed in an unpretentious frame, and an ornate, gold frame can dazzle, empty, on a simple white mantel. And, since we're talking country here, remember that a genuine bird's nest, shell, or piece of driftwood has a natural grace that's worth displaying in any decor. When it comes to fresh country style, it's all in the mix. And, chances are, the mix is already a factor, since you probably aren't starting with an empty house or apartment. If you've inherited or found pieces that you love, they may already go together, since the things people like usually share certain consistencies.

Sometimes just a new shade -- trimmed with beads or fashioned of a playful animal print -- will catapult a lamp into the future. Instead of trying to find a ready-made shade that matches a particular wallpaper or fabric, it will be easier if you custom-order one or allow the shade to provide an accent color. Custom-ordered shades (a lamp store can refer you to a source) are more expensive but well worth the cost. An expert will craft a shade out of anything you desire, from silk to handmade paper. To procure the proper fit, take your lamp along with you with the bulb you're planning to use in place. Before you finalize the sale, ask the salesperson to turn on the light. Light changes the appearance of a shade. And here's another secret: Pristine white shades, despite their innocent look, will sometimes make a room appear dingy. Consider a high-energy color instead. A lamp's bulb and harp (the two-piece element used to secure the frame) should remain hidden from sight.

This glossy kitchen cabinet trend is strikingly beautiful with a modern edge. Check out these 20 gorgeous lacquered kitchen cabinets and decide whether you're going to go glossy or go home. This sleek and shocking butler’s pantry sports high-gloss cobalt paint on nearly every available surface. The walls, cabinetry and trim are coated in the vibrant hue and appear extra-dramatic when juxtaposed against the classic, white walls featured throughout the remainder of the waterfront home. Polished gray cabinets pair with stainless steel to create this daring kitchen design. A lacquered-up liquor cabinet? We’ll drink to that. This old corner cabinet was given a new lease on life with a few coats of inky, high-gloss paint. The dramatic hue and flashy finish give the once-forgotten corner an inviting new look. Opulent details are abundant in this blue, pass-through bar. The exquisite, lacquered storage is enhanced with shiny silver hardware and a sleek, marble countertop.