Spoiler: Sleek white isnt your only option.
Below, we have 15 modern kitchen ideas that will help you bring the edgeand break the mold.
To brighten things up, take a page out ofdesigner Amy Stormsplaybook and swap wood fronts for glass-front cabinetry.
Photo:David Tsay for Raili CA Design
Amp Up Your Lighting
A good rule of thumb for modern interiors?
Anything in multiples pretty much automatically looks more modern and impactful.
This stunning modern kitchen fromdesigner Raili Clasensaforementioned book, Surf Style at Home.
David TsayforRaili CA Design
Instead, look for opportunities to incorporate unexpected textures, like plaster or concrete.
Instead of relying on the existing flooring, explore the possibility of adding personality through tile.
In this funky space byStudio Peake, a mix of geometric ceramic tiles reinforces the rooms cool color scheme.
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Divide With Style
In an open floor plan, nailing the flow between rooms isnt always easy.
Well, we have good news: Those unsightly gadgets are staying in the past.
Here,designer Emily LaMarquechose white and gold finishes to blend with the rest of the approachable modern kitchen.
Alexander JamesforStudio Peake
Double Up Your Islands
Whats better than one kitchen island?
Two, of course!
Doubling up in islands is the latestluxury kitchen trendand a great way to help your space skew more modern.
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The key to keeping your kitchen from feeling boring?
By working in lots of different textures.
Megan TaylorforCúpla Studio
David TsayforRaili CA Design
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Christopher Testanifor Real Simple
Karyn MilletforRaili CA Design
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Gab SullivanforRaili CA Design
