The kitchen is one of the busiest places in the house, but it doesn’t necessarily have to look ‘busy.’ Contemporary styles are becoming popular among homeowners because of their simplicity and functionality.
In this post, your kitchen remodeling expert, Nuss Construction Company, discusses the basics of contemporary kitchens.
1. Sleek and Minimalist
Contemporary kitchens are inspired by the modernist design movement. However, this movement refers to a specific period of time and has strict rules on elements that can and can’t be used.
What makes contemporary different is that it’s constantly changing to represent the current popular styles. It’s all about being ‘in the now.’ Keeping it clean and simple is key.
2. Steel and White
Black appliances don’t work with this style. Stainless steel and white appliances create an easy and fluid transition with warm wood tones.
It’s all right to use other colors to make a statement, just make sure it won’t make your kitchen look cluttered. Use colors and patterns in moderation. Follow the 60-30-10 rule, where 60% of the kitchen should have one dominant color, 30% a secondary color and 10% an accent color. Reduce clutter by storing gadgets in drawers and cooking ingredients in the pantry.
3. Showcase Your Possessions
Instead of keeping your prized tools in kitchen cabinets, have them on display. Show off your collections of beautiful pottery or cutlery through floor-to-ceiling or multi-layered open shelving. Using pot racks is another smart and stylish storage idea.
4. Achieve the Look
Major and minor improvements can help you achieve a contemporary look. You can give a surface a makeover through paint. Consider using marble or mosaic tile for the space above the cooktop or the kitchen desk wall. Modern lighting like minimalist pendants across the island or peninsula is both chic and useful.
Choose an Experienced Remodeler
Trust a leading local bathroom and kitchen remodelers like Nuss Construction Company. Let’s start planning your renovation project today. Call us at (856) 988-9982, or complete our online form.
