The New Modern Kitchen

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH8-0FPNV8yxH37EC6sqWZbiNn9s7hu_B5dcZaTUdGcdxj0SVKaq-0Et2HQjHZMUn2Pu7sb24l33nSbvX2vO6ojTFh9TNyQSoJB1NRwEkpU_eySzT9KWYmSQpJp1MoYldoev5tSp-4zxzM/s1600/joseph+dirand+kitchen+via+AD+france.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH8-0FPNV8yxH37EC6sqWZbiNn9s7hu_B5dcZaTUdGcdxj0SVKaq-0Et2HQjHZMUn2Pu7sb24l33nSbvX2vO6ojTFh9TNyQSoJB1NRwEkpU_eySzT9KWYmSQpJp1MoYldoev5tSp-4zxzM/s1600/joseph+dirand+kitchen+via+AD+france.jpg" width="506" /></a></div>The design of the new modern kitchen has forever changed.  The new modern kitchen is far from the cold, showroom-looking kitchens that were once considered contemporary.  The design savvy homeowners are aware that a modern or contemporary design has more to do with the functionality and use of the space than with the final (outlook) of the room.  The main focus in remodeling or designing a kitchen nowadays is about planning and making the right choices to make life in a kitchen more enjoyable and productive.  The pictures below show some images of what a modern kitchen design looks like today. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>A smart kitchen layout </b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span>The layout of a kitchen is probably the first point of reference for any designer.  Not only it should be easy and functional but it should also provide a comfortable atmosphere for social gathering.  This is the place where we usually get together with close friends and family to cook, drink and laugh together. </span><b>  </b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIo1k2MvC23PEcF5swagHmGnruF3F2j1wKnNKdpAjeXLgJ-TJJJ4ZlmwAW1m4_xpVEehbJLenPi9UcJ-RGl0FOef0KLBd6SSd0sJ2rK9HUpNat1zDqYA8wUaUZhwo7vR3QRKiiWK85JXwc/s1600/modern+kitchen,+white+marble,+brass.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIo1k2MvC23PEcF5swagHmGnruF3F2j1wKnNKdpAjeXLgJ-TJJJ4ZlmwAW1m4_xpVEehbJLenPi9UcJ-RGl0FOef0KLBd6SSd0sJ2rK9HUpNat1zDqYA8wUaUZhwo7vR3QRKiiWK85JXwc/s1600/modern+kitchen,+white+marble,+brass.jpg" width="498" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Durable and beautifully designed kitchen appliances</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">When selecting appliances stainless steel is still, the first choice.  Not only are they modern looking but they are also beautiful.  </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHDpFf5BwvPMw0RZ6EQSOTezl6gZ42taX4I7j1zvIUwtggjs28W2UgBP_Kc3KXeFD7ZyLWIYltppzmiFQZWm5fKX5NEhFYEhIuAvwSKXfj4NvvDZXp4odV8egNgfmd4QZNIHAqcRvU5Yp/s1600/modern+kitchen+light+cabinets+and+white+marble.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHDpFf5BwvPMw0RZ6EQSOTezl6gZ42taX4I7j1zvIUwtggjs28W2UgBP_Kc3KXeFD7ZyLWIYltppzmiFQZWm5fKX5NEhFYEhIuAvwSKXfj4NvvDZXp4odV8egNgfmd4QZNIHAqcRvU5Yp/s1600/modern+kitchen+light+cabinets+and+white+marble.jpg" width="502" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Family first</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">Kitchens with double functions such as eat-in area and perhaps an area where kids can do their homework are the norm now a days. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMW9soTH_p-EqJD7dmmqQeIToK9psHQHmeeXllXj07CeJ2KT2pQVHZzmM2MECzSOmOF2B-YnNVg4-3WPWRqi_n1IJg7gU143rHaVZy8y66BWLkl-EZ5LU0tmkjvuaouvaykHR4hHMhJ9PX/s1600/grey+modern+kitchen+design.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMW9soTH_p-EqJD7dmmqQeIToK9psHQHmeeXllXj07CeJ2KT2pQVHZzmM2MECzSOmOF2B-YnNVg4-3WPWRqi_n1IJg7gU143rHaVZy8y66BWLkl-EZ5LU0tmkjvuaouvaykHR4hHMhJ9PX/s1600/grey+modern+kitchen+design.jpg" width="506" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>New modern design elements</b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;">White marble is perhaps the most prevalent design element in a modern kitchen at the moment. Subway tiles is a timeless style that goes well in any kitchen design and it's constant use makes them a modern choice.  White, light color cabinetry or high gloss finished cabinetry is also a very modern selection.  Open shelving, especially in small spaces, can make all the difference. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7GiCe9BLeItamppP8u_fyCQzoxjdjnCKjsJXM3u-hHlV6YRXOHUwfPZkv7mVKn1Yj7sQGi4tlZULYs1bdgIU3214CtSVwQrAIfaTxx6anPGsKX03XhTSmuOZm4_LryjpF9_XJ3LeBQhgO/s1600/stainless+steel+cabinets+in+modern+kitchen+design.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="630" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7GiCe9BLeItamppP8u_fyCQzoxjdjnCKjsJXM3u-hHlV6YRXOHUwfPZkv7mVKn1Yj7sQGi4tlZULYs1bdgIU3214CtSVwQrAIfaTxx6anPGsKX03XhTSmuOZm4_LryjpF9_XJ3LeBQhgO/s1600/stainless+steel+cabinets+in+modern+kitchen+design.jpg" width="502" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Color palette</b></span></div>Today's kitchens tend to stay away from saturated colors and prints.  They share either a monochromatic color scheme or a two tone.  I uploaded this kitchen below into my <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/BELLEVIVIR/kitchens/">pinterest</a> account 5 weeks ago where you can see not two but three different colors with the green standing out.  <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlX4NVsle6_htNCBKNVMlZik2nxZeu4qxiWr8PaSfQKefgTs4XNRm_q1-G3WPKn2tYxd8W75GsPK8iixozp7hquR5CJQRED1AK87TdnTCng2VhZtXbgnArVwXf9AN0LAodvcshnblQiglV/s1600/modern+kitchen+design,+green+and+white.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="700" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlX4NVsle6_htNCBKNVMlZik2nxZeu4qxiWr8PaSfQKefgTs4XNRm_q1-G3WPKn2tYxd8W75GsPK8iixozp7hquR5CJQRED1AK87TdnTCng2VhZtXbgnArVwXf9AN0LAodvcshnblQiglV/s1600/modern+kitchen+design,+green+and+white.jpg" width="504" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRmQVNEY5N3Wwo2eEwRe4Ds5BdecmJdveBklE2C1A2fVzuoSKQddS6srid1oBbyC3WFXzTZZwt9-cTTg4ecLJDVffqFHwTFAV5919XWB2K8nXStc_FcJfiPCCAZe7zcGbrnpWRZhIFCwSx/s1600/white+and+brass+kitchen+modern+design.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="710" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRmQVNEY5N3Wwo2eEwRe4Ds5BdecmJdveBklE2C1A2fVzuoSKQddS6srid1oBbyC3WFXzTZZwt9-cTTg4ecLJDVffqFHwTFAV5919XWB2K8nXStc_FcJfiPCCAZe7zcGbrnpWRZhIFCwSx/s1600/white+and+brass+kitchen+modern+design.jpg" width="502" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP5ssPWRawiOdYGINCOCG5mlomhYVEhe-IyuBrFKUNt5lylmos1oOJY8Xf7IWLvc3UjSKaShYCQgqCfRVuU1Psexsxihz4PfTaaD_wP3PTxbwZ7FYW8pew1-wu050j2IY3iTa_tv19mOcI/s1600/gallerist+david+gill%27s+home+serge+mouillie+arm+sconce.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP5ssPWRawiOdYGINCOCG5mlomhYVEhe-IyuBrFKUNt5lylmos1oOJY8Xf7IWLvc3UjSKaShYCQgqCfRVuU1Psexsxihz4PfTaaD_wP3PTxbwZ7FYW8pew1-wu050j2IY3iTa_tv19mOcI/s1600/gallerist+david+gill's+home+serge+mouillie+arm+sconce.jpg" width="504" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">David Gill's home</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3iZgR3hXaIc/Uwqr4zPub7I/AAAAAAAAbdA/kLn0uQpJRd4/s1600/open+shelving+modern+kitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="700" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3iZgR3hXaIc/Uwqr4zPub7I/AAAAAAAAbdA/kLn0uQpJRd4/s1600/open+shelving+modern+kitchen.jpg" width="500" /></a></div><div style="text-align: right;">Top image Joseph Dirand, 3 via <a href="http://www.designsponge.com/2011/02/sneak-peek-sarah-bedford-alan-hill.html">Design Sponge</a>, 4 <a href="http://www.bellevivir.com/2013/06/light-cabinetry-kitchen-ideas.html">Athena Calderon kitchen</a>, 6 via <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/BELLEVIVIR/kitchens/">Pinterest</a></div></div>

The New Modern Kitchen

The design of the new modern kitchen has forever changed.  The new modern kitchen is far from the cold, showroom-looking kitchens that were...

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