Our Favorite Modern Kitchens From Top Designers

Modern kitchens have taken the world by storm, but not just because of their sleek, minimalistic style. We think modern kitchens have become so popular due to their intense focus on functionality, which is a crucial aspect of kitchen design. Sleek, minimalistic, functional — what else makes a modern kitchen modern?

You've probably noticed the term gets thrown around rather loosely in the design world, but, when you see a modern kitchen, expect to see open-concept designs, statement lighting, bold backsplashes, tons of storage, expansive islands and downright gorgeous materials. Here are 40 of our favorite modern kitchen design ideas to get you inspired.

This modern, open concept condo kitchen has baby blue cabinets, marble countertops, contemporary dining stools and chairs and striking ceiling lights that look like a contemporary sculpture.

While we're used to seeing two-toned cabinetry in the form of dark lowers and complementary uppers, we can't help falling in love with this unique take on the fashionable look.

Rich wood lower cabinetry, black silk stone countertops and bright white ceiling-height cabinets combine to create a stunning visual in this newly renovated midcentury modern kitchen.

In the creation of this home, the designer played around with the farmhouse aesthetic to create a space that's unique and full of fun. In the kitchen, cartoonish chickens face off over the countertop.

Designers added two massive islands and a wood-paneled range enclosure to this huge kitchen, then dotted the space with an assortment of modern statement lights that keep it fun and visually interesting. While structurally necessary, rift-sawn-oak-clad posts bring attractive warmth and color to the space, echoing the oak framing around the range.

Four, red high-back chairs sit beneath the modern, panda white slab kitchen island in this sleek kitchen. The black-and-white pattern continues in the backsplash, with floating storage shelves and cabinetry.

The custom kitchen inside this colonial-style home features a large center island with a luxury countertop. The oak floor runs throughout the interior.

This modern white kitchen with gold pendant lighting and hardware exudes sophistication and elegance. There's also plenty of storage and counter space thanks to the two islands with luxury countertops.

From the seamless transition of the dining room to the kitchen to the indoor-outdoor feel created by the ten-foot-high stacking glass panel doors, this modern kitchen is the definition of open-concept living.

Because the kitchen is so open, designer Brooke Wagner used light wood accents to tie the space together. Thus, in addition to the wood beams and island, the room features wood around the windows, above the range and over the doorway.

Pull up a high-back leather barstool to the white, marble island in this this modern, geometric kitchen. The small space features grand designs as seen in the countertop-to-ceiling patterned tile backsplash and the gray cabinetry and herringbone-patterned wooden pantry drawer.

Black and gold combine to create a sleek profile in this streamlined, modern kitchen. A mix of dark and light cabinetry is unified by dark countertops and an eye-catching backsplash that brings the mix of hues together. Three clean-lined pendants light the island, while a trio of modern upholstered barstools provide seating that allows guests to interact with the cook. An integrated refrigerator features modern brass pulls that match the rest of the hardware and fixtures.

Internationally known industrial designer Karim Rashid's Hell's Kitchen home in NYC features a white modern kitchen with Rashid's characteristic neon bright accents in the backsplash.

This open, mod kitchen is truly the heart of the home with space to gather around the stunning marble kitchen island and an integrated breakfast area. Comfortable chairs and banquette seating surround the soapstone dining table, while sleek wooden cabinets are clad in waterfall marble countertops.

A blend of jewel-tones and brights give a touch of glamour to this modern Hollywood Hills kitchen.

This sleek brass hood is the undisputed centerpiece in this kitchen, further highlighted by the neutral gray wall of cabinets and complemented by a warm walnut island with marble detail.

This long galley kitchen with a wood-crowned island relies on natural lighting to illuminate the workspace. Parallel to the dining and living areas, it's ideal for hosting a party or having a family dinner. Thickly insulated cedar walls contain a concrete core that also helps reduce noise and keep the space quiet.

The range hood in this kitchen takes on an almost sculptural appearance, especially when combined with the single ledge separating the backsplash from the shiplap detail. The choice of a ledge shelf cuts down on functional storage, but makes up for it by giving this modern kitchen major style points.

This bespoke kitchen is a fantastic example of a modern take on traditional design. In the beautiful kitchen, you feel the home's 1930s roots, thoughtfully respected in the woodwork's graceful detailing, antique hardware and glowing floors, while the luxe marble top, improved functionality and sleek layout lend a modern touch.

Storage space is never an issue in this massive modern kitchen. The sprawling island doubles as a prep area and dining location, while floor-to-ceiling clear-oak cabinets with simple shaker-style fronts offer tons of storage space, framing the marble backsplash moment surrounding the gas range.

Streamlined white cabinets pair with rich wood islands and polished concrete floors for a sleek, clean look in this eat-in kitchen. A vibrant red pendant adds a bold splash of color to the space.

From the light wood fluting on the island and range hood to the contrasting navy cabinets, this modern kitchen has plenty of design details to gush about. But, we can't take our eyes off the oversized globe statement lighting hovering over the island.

As far as cabinet and countertop pairings go, there are few more elegant combinations than walnut and matte honed marble, as seen on this gorgeous island. If that weren't enough, the sage green cabinetry around the perimeter takes this kitchen's design to a whole other level.

This family-centric kitchen is the definition of a simple stunner. Trading the upper cabinetry for a wall of windows dazzles the space in natural light, reflected throughout by the bright white finishes on nearly every surface.

This kitchen is a masterclass in complementary materials. From the glistening gold of the pendants to the emerald green island to the maple base cabinets and white quartz countertops, there's nothing matchy-matchy, but everything just goes effortlessly.

The kitchen from HGTV Smart Home 2025 epitomizes sophisticated modern design. The moody wood finishes, deep-hued cabinetry and sleek appliances combine to create unmatched elegance with a calming feel.

We're swooning over this no-fuss modern galley kitchen. With white shiplap walls, light maple flooring and bright white counters, it maximizes the natural light coming from the skylights and the French doors, rendering the recessed lighting totally unnecessary until the sun sets.

This near-monotone pink kitchen has a few important accents that wake the space right up. Modern pendants cut against the color grain in mint green and orange, while leafy houseplants are a welcome note of nature.

Sleek and sophisticated, this white, modern kitchen is perfectly uncluttered and large — ready for cooking and guests. The island doubles as a breakfast bar; the bar stools add the room's signature color.

Fun blue accents found in the pendants, dining chairs, rugs and the chandelier tie into the blue undertones in this modern dual-island kitchen with matching waterfall countertops.

Designer Rob Diaz carries a liberal-yet-judicious use of wood in this kitchen, creating tone-on-tone drama with plain-sliced white oak cabinetry atop 9-inch wide-plank oak floors. Rather than opting for large statement pendants, Apparatus Studio spotlights were intentionally chosen to stay tucked out of the sight line.

Where do we start on this drop-dead gorgeous kitchen? While every single detail deserves attention, we think the combination of oak cabinetry with the complementary statement-making marble backsplash and countertop is what makes this modern kitchen a serious stunner.

This modern galley kitchen is sleek and refined, featuring a work island with barstool seating and cooktop, contemporary black pendant lights and warm walnut cabinets.

While this kitchen would have been beautiful with an ordinary island that simply blended in with the space, the designers brought in a daring hot pink, taking a massive design risk that paid off.

Contemporary upgrades and tastefully curated surfaces fill this modern farmhouse kitchen. Eclectic pendant lights hang above the marble waterfall edge kitchen island, providing plenty of storage and seating, while the wall of windows above the farmhouse sink offers this space lots of natural light.

This modern kitchen is a one-of-a-kind space that offers minimalist, streamlined design touches with a homey feel. The timeless millwork details balanced out the clean lines and sleek finishes, bridging the gap between modern and traditional design.

Exposed shelves, paired with an adorable arch detail, keep serve ware organized and on display in this neutral modern kitchen. The kitchen’s light-colored marble countertop and backsplash are paired with dark-blue lower cabinets that gleam with gold hardware.

There's something so visually satisfying about the pairing of rich, dark wood tones with bright white finishes. The curated combo requires no detailed millwork or flashy hardware to command attention, as its simplistic design highlights the beauty of the chosen materials.

The modern, minimalistic feel of this Scandinavian-inspired kitchen gives it a quiet luxury that maintains a homey feel. The massive kitchen island with a Mont Blanc quartzite countertop and white oak cabinetry sits between the two spaces and features additional chairs for dining.