To keep the look modern without adding too many visual elements, pick an individual color to weave throughout the room. There’s a lot to love about this space—but of course, we have to talk about the flock of friendly birds lining the ceiling. This tile option isn’t for wallflowers—but it’s absolutely perfect for making sure your kitchen doesn’t resemble everyone else’s. The bright and cheery pairing of blue and yellow is echoed in the homeowner’s accessories and appliances too, bringing a cohesive and intentional feel to this slightly off-the-wall look.

• Be as brave or as reserved as you wish, introducing colour little by little, starting with ceramics and kitchenware or experimenting with a bold floor runner or upholstered kitchen stool.
• Create a system in your pantry that speaks to how you shop, eat, or stock your shelves.
• But, just because you want to pay homage to yesteryear doesn’t mean your kitchen has to be archaic.
• It is a 90 degrees layout, with one side of wall containing countertop, cabinets, shelves etc, and the other wall with the oven, stove, fridge etc.

Consider some warmer off-white tones or go for a really bold impactful colour with your subway tile backsplash. Imagine a high-end, classic kitchen with a Carrara marble-effect tiled backsplash, its grey veining adding depth and interest, and pairing beautifully with both modern and traditional elements. In modern kitchen design, rounded shapes exude luxury and sophistication. A beautiful design element, these softer forms are more ergonomic and feel more natural to use. Aesthetically too, every view is taken care of, rather than creating abrupt stops.

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When you combine the two, everything should have an easy-to-access home. This built-in, roll-out spice shelf maximizes storage with ample room for spices and all your cooking tools. Swap out the knobs on your drawers and cabinets for a collection of different styles and colors to refresh your kitchen on a budget. If you want more cohesion, stick with the same finish but switch up the type of pulls.

• All of the living areas connect, so to avoid cluttering the open floor plan with too many cabinets, almost everything—from flatware to everyday dishes—is well organized and stowed away in drawers.
• Contemporary design often incorporates natural textures, like wood, and these wooden beams add both architectural interest and warmth.
• For this quaint cottage in Napa Valley, designer Dan Fink created custom furnishings that emphasize modern comfort.
• The floor to ceiling cabinetry is a warm, neutral tone with clean lines and plentiful storage.
• This next example is even more colorful with deep sage green cabinetry and a mustard yellow refrigerator.