Thursday, November 19, 2009

Modern Kitchens For The 21st Century

By Matthew Kerridge

All home-owners should be proud of their kitchens. After all, it's the one place that's always buzzing with activity. Family members gather at all times of the day and night to chat while preparing meals and snacks. And, during weekends, kitchens are even more populated with friends and relatives. It therefore stands to reason that in this, the 21st century, modern kitchens are the popular preference.

Your modern kitchen will be chic looking with sleek lines. If you choose a metallic finish, it's a good idea to have metallic appliances. When it comes to lighting, select something that's state-of-the-art with a dimmer switch so you can adjust the lighting to suit the mood. In modern kitchens, dishes, pans and pots are usually hung on trendy racks or hooks.

Cooking in a modern kitchen is a pleasure. Cutting edge technology will offer everything you need to prepare delicious cuisine to impress your family and friends. The very latest in fancy gadgets, processors and blenders are a must for any modern kitchen. Clean lines and easy maintenance are the priority in the design of modern kitchens.

Kitchen cabinets that have semi-opaque or frosted glass give a real modern look. This can be further enhanced by adding back lighting to emphasize the design and provide a nice soft glow. To add contrast, paint the cabinets in a bright, bold color to make a real statement. Color is an important part in designing all modern kitchens.

You may prefer to have stainless steel cabinets. These are excellent for narrow or small kitchens as they make the space look larger. For great impact, combine the stainless steel cabinets with stainless steel counters. This unbroken look will also give the illusion that the kitchen is bigger than it really is.

Quartz or granite counter tops are also commonly seen in modern kitchens. They are not only attractive, but because they can be easily cleaned they remain a popular choice. Many modern kitchens feature an all-in-one unit made of stainless steel. This includes the counter, the sink, a cutting board as well as a draining board. Making a big come-back are laminate counters.

If you have a look at some of the top kitchen designs, you will see that glass is another popular material, especially colored glass. Put color glass doors on the kitchen cabinets or create a sassy look with a colored backsplash or counter. Extra lighting below the backsplash looks really great.

Use the same finish in various areas of your kitchen. If you've decided to have your backsplash made of glass, why not choose glass as the finish for your cabinets and counters as well. Then choose a laminate finish for two other main features. A modern kitchen should make a statement about you, so be brave and original.

When you have decided on how you want your kitchen to look, it's time to start thinking of appliances that will match your design. Main kitchen appliances are refrigerators, stoves, dishwashers, air conditioners and washing machines. And of course, there's the cutlery and crockery which should also complement your modern kitchen. Browse the internet to see what's on offer and then order your items from the comfort of your home.

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