Contemporary Vs Modern Kitchen Design. Contemporary is a dynamic, changing term. The term "contemporary" on the other hand, simply means "current".
The difference is that contemporary kitchens are influenced by other styles as well. Modern interiors are clean and fresh, perhaps with a hint or two of color added. Modern design, on the other hand.
Select clean light colors, slab or simple doors like our Bamboo wood door with Harvest finish (left) or our Linen laminate door (right), and a glossy Quartzite.
Usually in the context of modern kitchen design the best choices are countertops with one solid color versus the textured patterns of a contemporary kitchen.
Whereas you might see patterned tile shapes or multiple materials with texture, color and patina in a contemporary kitchen, you won't see much of that in a modern kitchen. So, what makes a kitchen "modern" these days? Often characterized by crisp whites and blacks livened up with pops of color and striking textural contrasts, it's the perfect look for creating a space that's both functional and welcoming.