Cabinets: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Countertop: Caesarstone This is a design-build project by Kitchen Inspiration.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Eichler Kitchen

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Large midcentury galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Steven House

Lewis / Schoeplein architects

Izumi Tanaka
Midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and a peninsula.

Saugatuck Residence

Welcome Home Design Group

Jennifer Mayo Studios
Design ideas for a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - The primary organizational element of the interior is the kitchen. Embedded within the simple post and beam structure, the kitchen was conceived as a programmatic block from which we would carve in order to contribute to both sense of function and organization. photo: scott hargis

San Jose Eichler Kitchen

Amanda Armstrong Sava

Inspiration for a small midcentury galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, white appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

MID-CENTURY MODERN KITCHEN

Molly J Littlejohn Design

Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

OMBYGNING, VEKSØ SJ.

Nordpil-arkitekter

Midcentury galley kitchen in Aarhus with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, with island, beige floor, black benchtop and wood.

Mid Century Remodel

Creative Spaces by KB

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island, orange floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Ashford Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Customer Space | Waterville, Ohio

Flooret

Deep tones of gently weathered grey and brown. A modern look that still respects the timelessness of natural wood.
Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Walnut Kitchen

interior design etc

Custom walnut cabinets and gorgeous handmade tiles from Red Rock Tileworks gives this updated kitchen the authentic midcentury feel the owner was looking for.

Kitchen in San Diego

CairnsCraft Design & Remodel

Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

EmV Design Build

Robin Stancliff photo credits. This kitchen had a complete transformation, and now it is beautiful, bright, and much more accessible! To accomplish my goals for this kitchen, I had to completely demolish the walls surrounding the kitchen, only keeping the attractive exposed load bearing posts and the HVAC system in place. I also left the existing pony wall, which I turned into a breakfast area, to keep the electric wiring in place. A challenge that I encountered was that my client wanted to keep the original Saltillo tile that gives her home it’s Southwestern flair, while having an updated kitchen with a mid-century modern aesthetic. Ultimately, the vintage Saltillo tile adds a lot of character and interest to the new kitchen design. To keep things clean and minimal, all of the countertops are easy-to-clean white quartz. Since most of the cooking will be done on the new induction stove in the breakfast area, I added a uniquely textured three-dimensional backsplash to give a more decorative feel. Since my client wanted the kitchen to be disability compliant, we put the microwave underneath the counter for easy access and added ample storage space beneath the counters rather than up high. With a full view of the surrounding rooms, this new kitchen layout feels very open and accessible. The crisp white cabinets and wall color is accented by a grey island and updated lighting throughout. Now, my client has a kitchen that feels open and easy to maintain while being safe and useful for people with disabilities.

Haus of Clay

Fraley and Company

Clayhaus tile, marmoelum floors, panel ready dishwasher, *Big Chill Refrigerator*, and a fully embraced monochromatic color scheme. Schweitzer Creative

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

We love the way that the kitchen's mid-century modern design flows beautifully into the rest of the home. Just look at the seamless transition from the kitchen to the dining area! Scott Amundson Photography, LLC

Pacific Heights Vintage Modern

Form + Field

Vivian Johnson
This is an example of a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen

Inspiration for a midcentury galley kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Portland Mid Century Modern Home

Michelle Rolens - Neil Kelly Design/Build

Open kitchen plan with 2 tier countertop/eating height. Waterfall edge from one cabinet height to eating height and again to floor. Elongated hex tile from Pratt & Larson tile. Caesarstone pure white quartz countertop.

Franklin Hills Midcentury

Parson Architecture

Photos by Michael McNamara, Shooting LA
Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, a double-bowl sink, orange splashback and with island.

Mid Century Modern

Westwind Woodworkers Inc.

Sid Levin Revolution Design Build
Inspiration for a midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Midcentury Galley Kitchen Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Midcentury Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!