Essential Features for a Modern Kitchen Design

When you are designing a new home, the kitchen is one of the most exciting rooms of the house. Because the kitchen is the heart of the home, it needs to meet your needs in every way, while also living up to your aesthetic expectations. A modern kitchen is beautiful and functional, with features that are as practical as they are stylish. How will you design yours?

Choosing a Kitchen Layout

The big trend in modern homes is the open concept floorplan, and that is particularly true in the kitchen. Kitchens that are open to the dining and living spaces offer a fluidity that encourages connection and makes entertaining simple. What’s more, with no walls to block the sightlines, the kitchen will appear larger and more inviting.

Incorporating Modern Kitchen Features

Modern kitchens function beautifully, blending high-tech convenience with comfort and customization. Which of these features will you incorporate into your new kitchen?

• Highly functional, sleek, beautiful cabinetry is a must in a modern kitchen. Prioritizing the simplicity and clean lines of the minimalist aesthetic, modern cabinetry features handle-less cabinets with soft-close mechanisms, and storage solutions that optimize available space. An appliance garage can hide small appliances that you use often but do not want to clutter your counter. Deep drawers can take the place of some of lower cabinetry, for easy access to frequently used items, without stooping. A corner cabinet with a lazy Susan offers smart, practical storage, using potentially dead space in a functional way.
• Modern appliances make technology work for you. Smart refrigerators feature touch-screen technology, wi-fi enabled ovens can be controlled from an app, and induction cooktops are eco-friendlier and more efficient than traditional cooktops. You might not want all of these appliances, but you have the option to create a futuristic kitchen that is highly efficient as well as elegant.
• Multifunctional kitchen islands make a kitchen more versatile. The right kitchen island can be the perfect centerpiece for your kitchen. A modern island can serve not only as extra counter space, but also as a breakfast bar, storage, and much more. A sink, cooktop, or warming drawer can be incorporated into the island, enhancing your workflow efficiency.
• Integrated lighting improves the functionality of a kitchen. Layered lighting is on trend right now, combining task lighting, accent lights, and overhead fixtures while also maximizing natural light. Lights can be used as a decorative focal point, to illuminate kitchen tasks, and to set the mood for a special occasion.
• High quality, durable flooring and countertops are important. Quartz, granite, and other solid surface materials are popular in modern kitchens. These materials make countertops durable and easy to maintain, and they come in a variety of design options. Kitchen flooring is just as important a decision as counters, and many homeowners are choosing hardwood, engineered wood, or porcelain tiles to create a beautiful look in the kitchen.
• A neutral color palette means redecorating is a breeze. Keeping the underlying palette of your kitchen neutral makes the space look clean and sophisticated. It also creates a canvas on which to express yourself through kitchen accessories, a colorful backsplash, or furniture that makes a statement. The beauty of this approach is that it is very easy to change without having to renovate the entire kitchen.
• Modern kitchens are sustainable and eco-friendly. As you design your kitchen, think about making eco-conscious choices. Energy-efficient appliances, low-VOC paints and finishes, and sustainable materials for cabinetry, counters, and flooring can make a difference in your carbon footprint while remaining stylish.
• Smart waste management solutions make life a little bit easier. In the modern kitchen, your trash and recycling can be  integrated into your cabinetry, so that it is easy to sort your different types of waste while maintaining a seamless, uncluttered look in your kitchen.
• Custom touches create a kitchen that is uniquely yours. How will you make your kitchen perfect for you? Dishwasher drawers incorporate into the cabinetry and enable washing half loads when there aren’t enough dishes for a full run. A warming drawer keeps dishes warm without taking up oven space. A wine refrigerator can be integrated into a kitchen, and built-in storage solutions can be created for pet food, dishes, and other supplies. When you are designing a custom kitchen, you have nearly unlimited options.

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