“I think there are enough people that are now looking for something warmer than white, but hope to retain a neutral palette for an all-around more timeless design,”says Washington, D.C.’s Zoe Feldman. “By removing typical upper cabinets from the design, we were able to create a lower baseline for the cabinets that connected to the dining room and living room furniture more naturally,” she adds. It certainly isn’t in this sculptural kitchen in a Los Angeles bungalow designed by LAUN. A green lacquered volume not only is a chic way to camouflage the refrigerator, it also serves as a handy device to break up the home’s mostly open floor plan. High-shine brass cladding around the sink and cabinets, meanwhile, amplifies the room, not to mention gives the scheme a glam Midas touch. Just because you have a miniature cooking space doesn’t mean you need to forgo areas to prep and dine.

• In a multi-use, open-plan space, try to allocate dedicated storage in each area, not just kitchen cupboard storage.
• Shelves can give you plenty of room to store your stuff without demanding much visual space, and this can make your kitchen feel roomier and more open while giving you all the storage space you need.
• Coastal style kitchens, also known as beach-style kitchens, draw inspiration from the sea and shore.
• Kitchen booth ideas are always a plus, but they work especially well for small kitchen design.
• There are tons of creative ways to store and display your favorite kitchen items—and many of them are pretty enough to double as décor.

“This keeps the space from feeling too crowded and blocky,” says Bethany Adams ofBethany Adams Interiors. There’s something about a brass kitchen faucet that elevates an interior. Pair it with complementary knobs and an aged brass pendant light to achieve a cohesive look. You must ensure sufficient distance between the island and other counters and/or walls.

The Block 2021 – Contemporary Country Luxe Kitchen

When it comes to bar stools, bespoke maker Jack Trench points to a trend for more intimate perching in the white kitchen. ‘This may be a single or two-stool perching point, or simply a more economically sized breakfast bar,’ says director, Jack Trench. On maximizing the potential of statement ceilings, architectural practice SPPARC has the drop.

Yet the space still has a streamlined and simple contemporary vibe as well. Slab doors—as shown on the two-toned cabinets in this gray-and-white kitchen by Idea Space—are a hallmark of the contemporary style. The marble-patterned quartz countertop and matching backsplash add both timeless beauty and practical function.

Bold Choices

This bold hue brings a cheerful and refreshing atmosphere to your space, whether it’s through turquoise-colored cabinets, a tiled backsplash, or accessories like dishware or bar stools. Create a visually harmonious kitchen using a cohesive color palette and consistent design elements. Choose colors, materials, and finishes that complement each other and create a sense of unity. You’ll achieve a polished and sophisticated look by keeping the design easy on the eye. Brass fixtures, hardware, or even a statement range hood can elevate the overall aesthetic of your space.

But even the most simple arrangement of tiles adds geometry and texture to backsplashes, floors, and countertops—an easy way to create visual interest. You can keep it simple with a bold tile, or you can make a statement like those found in this Pacific Northwest kitchen. In one of Feldman’s recent kitchen renovations, a beautifully matte, macaron-like paint creates a neutral, elegant, and cozy vibe.