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7 Ways to Create a Contemporary Kitchen

Flexibility, hidden storage, noble materials are key.

From inventive storage options to architectural details, these refined accents rethink the traditional kitchen. Each was selected exclusively from The List, the destination for all things Surface-approved.

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1. Functional Partition Wall, Henrybuilt
An elegant way to divide the kitchen, this handmade wood and glass wall attaches to an island or can be left free-standing. One side is smooth, while the other can be customized to include integrated outlets, shelving, pot racks, or recessed areas for storage.

Photography by Lisa Wetherell.

 

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2. Miuccia kitchen, TM Italia
The lacquered navy exterior of this architectural collection contrasts with Pirgon stone surfaces and rose copper details.

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3. Arc collection, Avani
Designed in collaboration with Dror Benshetrit, this pared-down kitchen keeps things simple with pull-less cabinet drawers, hidden appliance garages, and sliding islands and table tops.

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4. E4.40 cabinets, Porcelanosa
Part of the Spanish brand’s Emotions collection, these cabinets have a matte lacquer finish and contrasting wood accents.

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5. Gamma kitchen range, Arclinea
This fully customizable system is available in a variety of finishes, including this iteration, where vertical stave doors feature a textured, white lacquer finish.

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6. Wave Gourmet kitchen island, Ornare
Designed by Richardo Bello Dias, this island’s stainless steel top can be extended by a dark wood table at one side, bringing a sense of coziness into the kitchen.

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7. Statuario Nuvo surface, Caesarstone
There’s no need to wax or seal this muted, non-porous quartz countertop, which requires minimal maintenance.

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