Must-Haves for Every Modern Kitchen

If you’ve been dreaming of a modern kitchen, you may be thinking that the only way you can transform your kitchen is through a full renovation. The good news is that you don’t have to completely renovate your current kitchen to transform it into something more contemporary. With the right large and small appliances, a few updates such as paint or finishings and a couple of final details, you can create the modern kitchen of your dreams.

Planning a Modern Kitchen

Here are a few simple and relatively cost-effective tips for a modern kitchen.

Create a seamless look.

One of the things that define contemporary kitchens is a flawless, seamless look. Rather than separate fridges, ovens, stoves and other large appliances, kitchens have a seamless look that incorporates everything smoothly. The best way to achieve this look is to opt for built-in stoves and microwave ovens rather than free-standing ovens. This can make a huge difference to the look of your kitchen. Choosing stoves, fridges, washing machines, dishwashers and other large appliances in a single colour, such as metallic, is also essential for a blended look. You could also go one step further by painting cupboards and cabinets a colour that works well with your large appliances. This doesn’t have to be expensive - it can make a huge difference, however.

Choose matching appliances.

You should also opt for matching small appliances. With a seamless flow between your large appliances, counters, cupboards and cabinets, you don’t want to break that up with clashing kettles and other small appliances. There are a few ways to ensure that everything looks sleek and modern. You could stick to a single brand. You could also opt for a single colour. While many modern kitchens use neutral colours such as metallic, black or white, you can also add a splash of colour for contrast.

Don’t forget about the details.

Now that your kitchen is just about done, don’t forget about all those small details that bring everything together. Contemporary kitchens are uncluttered, polished and organised. This means that storage should be a priority. Look for storage that can be labelled - this will allow you to store dry food and other items in pantry boxes rather than in their packaging. Kitchenware should also be chosen carefully. Look for quality crockery, cutlery, utensils and other modern essentials. It also helps to keep things simple. Instead of storing loads of kitchenware on surfaces, make use of cupboards and cabinets to store everything. You could even consider removing cabinet doors and opting for an open shelving style instead.

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