Look book: A collection of modern kitchens for your contemporary kitchen renovation inspiration board

It’s time to rip out your outdated and impractical kitchen and replace it with a new, shiny, attractive, not to mention contemporary kitchen. But where to begin? Modern kitchens are a haven for aspiring masterchefs, and some images to inspire your next contemporary kitchen is a great place to start. These high-end kitchens are sure to make modern kitchen ideas the next conversation at the dinner table.

Sure to impress lovers of modern kitchens is this earthy-toned contemporary kitchen space where cooking takes centerstage on the island bench, complemented by a warm mix of chocolate-toned cabinetry and tiling plus sleek stainless-steel appliances.

There are plenty of modern kitchen ideas to borrow from classic and contemporary kitchens like this one: the neutral colour scheme (a blend of white and off-white tones is popular in today’s modern kitchens), an abundance of cabinetry, and what’s becoming a coveted item in contemporary kitchens – a stainless-steel oversized underbench oven.

Some people love all-white modern kitchens, and some people like the opposite spin on contemporary kitchens – all black. Creating a dramatic look in modern kitchens is gloss black cabinetry and benchtops too.

If you like your modern kitchens bold, bright and packed with colour, this might be an option you’re willing to consider. Red makes a heated impact and will catch guests attention from the word go. But even if all red cabinetry isn’t your thing – a red splashback may just be. Teamed with white cabinetry, a red splashback adds a little fire to an otherwise neutral contemporary kitchens.

You might also like these articles on designing modern kitchens:
- How much does a kitchen renovation cost?
- All-white modern kitchen ideas and images to inspire your next renovation
- Tips for choosing the stand-out elements of modern kitchens
- Black and White kitchens

+ For more modern kitchen ideas and advice, Melbourne clients can phone The Makeover Group on 1300 768 464 or see www.themakeovergroup.com.au

Richard Armstrong is a director of Melbourne firm The Makeover Group. He has more than a decade of home-renovation experience, including kitchen design and build. Richard has helped thousands of Melbourne clients create modern kitchens that suit their tastes and lifestyle.