Contemporary Kitchen Designs: Enjoy the Marriage of Style and Utility

No single look defines contemporary kitchen designs, except, perhaps, a lack of busy ornamentation. Rather, it is a blend of new materials adapted to the lifestyles, surroundings, and tastes of the owner - a fusion of style and utility. This kitchen uses steel-gray solid surface countertops and ceramic backsplash tiles to create a visual flow with the stainless steel appliances. The Quaker-like cabinets are topped with simple cornices. Indirect cabinet-top lights and two pendent lamps over the island create mood lighting, while under-cabinet lighting facilitates food prep tasks.

The kitchen island - very popular in contemporary kitchens - invites a cup of tea while reading your cookbooks, and the great-room open plan flows into the larger dining area. Wood floors with a protective laminate surface unite room to room and are easy to care for. Choose your favorite kitchen options and create your own contemporary kitchen.

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