Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets: Custom Design Meets Modern Living
Quick Intro
A kitchen says a lot about how you live. Contemporary kitchen cabinets give that space a quieter, more intentional voice. Clean lines, warm materials, and storage that actually fits the way you cook. Whether you are remodeling a single wall or starting from scratch, the cabinets you choose will shape the entire room for the next twenty years.
We design and build custom contemporary kitchen cabinets tailored to your layout, your finishes, and your budget. No flat pack compromises, no overwhelming catalogs. Just one conversation, one designer, and a kitchen built around you.
Why Choose Custom Contemporary Cabinets
Off the shelf cabinets are built for an imaginary average kitchen. Yours is not average. Custom contemporary cabinets are built around your exact measurements, your storage habits, and the finishes you actually want.
Custom is not just about looking better. It is about a kitchen that works harder for you, every day.
Explore Contemporary Cabinet Variations
Contemporary is a broad category, and our designs branch into several popular directions. Each variation keeps the contemporary foundation while letting you push toward a specific look.
Flat Panel Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
Smooth, unbroken doors with zero ornamentation for the purest contemporary statement.
Handleless Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
Integrated edge pulls and push to open mechanisms for a seamless, sculptural front.
Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets with Marble Countertops
Minimal cabinetry paired with dramatic stone veining, a favorite for luxury remodels.
Two Tone Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
Contrasting upper and lower finishes, the strongest design trend in contemporary kitchens right now.
Our Contemporary Cabinet Collections
Key Features at a Glance
A quick reference for what defines our contemporary cabinet line:
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Feature |
Full overlay construction, soft close hinges, dovetailed drawer boxes |
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Material |
Solid hardwood, plywood box, MDF doors, premium veneers |
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Style |
Slab, shaker, handleless, two tone, glass front |
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Durability |
Built to last 20 to 30+ years with normal use |
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Cost |
Mid range to premium, scaled to material and finish choices |
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Best Uses |
Full kitchen remodels, new builds, open concept layouts, urban and transitional homes |
Ready to Bring Your Kitchen to Life?
Every contemporary kitchen we build starts with a single conversation. Tell us about your space, your style, and what is not working in your current kitchen. We will turn that into a design and a transparent quote, with no pressure to commit.
How to Choose the Right Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
The right contemporary kitchen cabinets balance craftsmanship, design, and how you actually use your kitchen. Here is what sets ours apart, and what to think about when making your selection:
Cabinet Finish
The finish sets the mood of the entire contemporary kitchen. Matte finishes feel grounded and forgiving on fingerprints. Satin sits in the middle, with a soft sheen that catches light without glare. High gloss reflects more light and works well in compact kitchens that need to feel larger. Color choice matters just as much as sheen. Warm whites and oak feel inviting, while charcoal and matte black create drama.
Kitchen Layout
Galley, L shape, U shape, and island layouts each demand different cabinet planning. A galley benefits from tall pantry cabinets to maximize vertical storage. An L shape opens up corners for lazy Susans or magic corner pullouts. Islands need careful thought about overhang, seating, and whether to include sinks or cooktops in the run. Tailored to the specific setting, these custom-made contemporary cabinets integrate perfectly with the kitchen’s layout.
Hardware and Handle Style
Hardware is the jewelry of a contemporary kitchen. Tubular bar pulls suit slab and shaker doors equally well. Edge pulls and push to open mechanisms remove visible hardware entirely for a clean façade. Finish wise, brushed nickel and matte black are the safest contemporary choices, while brushed brass adds warmth for clients who want a little more character.
Storage and Functionality
The interior of a contemporary cabinet matters more than most homeowners realize. Deep drawers for pots beat lower doors with shelves every time. Vertical dividers organize trays and cutting boards. Pullout pantries make narrow spaces usable. Soft close hinges and full extension slides are now baseline, not premium, in any quality contemporary line.
Customization Options for Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
Door Style
Choose from slab, shaker, handleless, glass front, or two tone combinations. Slab doors give you the purest contemporary look, while shaker adds a hint of softness without breaking the minimalist feel. Glass fronts and two tone combinations work well as accents to break up long runs of cabinetry and add visual interest.
Finish and Color
Select from matte, satin, or high gloss in a full range of whites, greys, natural woods, and deep statement tones. We also offer custom color matching for clients who want to coordinate with existing flooring, backsplash, or a specific paint swatch. Wood grain direction (horizontal, vertical, or book matched) is fully customizable on veneer doors.
Hardware
Tubular bar pulls, flat bar pulls, edge pulls, push to open mechanisms, and integrated channel pulls are all available in five metal finishes: brushed nickel, polished chrome, matte black, brushed brass, and stainless steel. Mixing metals across your kitchen is encouraged when done with intent, and our designers will help you coordinate hardware with your faucet, lighting, and appliance finishes.
Interior Configuration
The inside of a contemporary cabinet matters as much as the outside. Choose from deep drawers for pots and pans, pullout pantries, spice racks, tray dividers, integrated waste and recycling bins, appliance garages, under cabinet lighting integration, and custom dish organizers. Every interior is configured around how you actually cook and store, not a generic template.
Where Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets Work Best
One of the questions we hear most often is, “Will contemporary cabinets actually fit my home?” The honest answer is yes, far more often than people expect. Contemporary kitchen cabinets are one of the most adaptable styles around, which is why you will find them in so many different types of homes.
They fit beautifully in open concept layouts, where the clean lines and uncluttered surfaces help the kitchen flow seamlessly into the living and dining areas. They also work wonders in smaller homes and city apartments, where light colors, minimal hardware, and flat fronts make compact spaces feel noticeably larger. If you live in a newly built home or a modern remodel, contemporary cabinets will feel right at home with the architecture around them.
That said, contemporary kitchen cabinets are not just for ultra modern houses. At Parlun Building, we have helped clients bring this style into traditional suburban homes, transitional family kitchens, and even older properties undergoing full renovations.
The trick is in the details. Pair flat panel doors with natural stone countertops and warm wood tones, and you get a kitchen that feels modern without feeling cold. Add brushed metal hardware and a statement island, and suddenly the cabinets become the heart of a kitchen that works for the way you actually live. The possibilities really are endless.
Top Contemporary Kitchen Design Trends to Watch
Contemporary design never stands still, and the last few years have brought some of the most exciting shifts the category has seen in a decade. Warm woods like white oak and walnut are replacing the all white kitchens that dominated the previous era. Two tone cabinetry, where uppers and lowers feature contrasting finishes, has become one of the strongest design trends in contemporary kitchens. These shifts reflect a broader move toward kitchens that feel warmer and more personal than the cold minimalism of the early 2010s.
Statement islands are another defining trend. Perimeter cabinets stay neutral while the island is finished in deep green, navy, charcoal, or natural stone to anchor the room. Mixed metal hardware has replaced the matchy matchy era, with brushed nickel paired alongside matte black or brushed brass when done with intent. If any of these directions speak to you, the easiest next step is to talk to one of our designers about how to bring them into your own kitchen.
Benefits of Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
Timeless Appeal
Because contemporary evolves with trends rather than imitating a past era, it ages slowly. A well designed contemporary kitchen still looks current a decade later.
Visual Spaciousness
Clean lines, light colors, and minimal hardware all make a kitchen feel larger and less cluttered. This matters enormously in smaller homes and open concept layouts.
Easy to Clean
Flat doors, integrated hardware, and matte or satin finishes are far easier to wipe down than ornate traditional cabinetry with grooves, panels, and decorative trim.
Strong Resale Value
Real estate data consistently shows contemporary and transitional kitchens deliver the highest return on remodel investment, particularly in urban and suburban markets.
FAQs About Contemporary Kitchen Cabinets
