Kenwood Mid-Century Modern Style Kitchen

Bauscher Construction & Remodeling, Inc.

Large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Full Home Renovation St. Petersburg

DCI Home Improvements

Full home renovation including kitchen, bathrooms, lanai, and door installations. Mid-century modern and beach styles.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo floors, with island and white benchtop.

Eclectic Mid Century Modern

Frankel Design Build

Cate Black
This is an example of a large midcentury eat-in kitchen in Houston with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and shaker cabinets.

Newport Beach Residence | Whole House Remodel

The Bespoke Interior, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen in Orange County.

Opened Sky Blue Modern Kitchen Remedel

Bluehaus Interiors

This is an example of a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Artsy Vibe in Mid-Century Modern Ranch

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Historical Renovation Objective: The homeowners asked us to join the project after partial demo and construction was in full swing. Their desire was to significantly enlarge and update the charming mid-century modern home to meet the needs of their joined families and frequent social gatherings. It was critical though that the expansion be seamless between old and new, where one feels as if the home “has always been this way”. Solution: We created spaces within rooms that allowed family to gather and socialize freely or allow for private conversations. As constant entertainers, the couple wanted easier access to their favorite wines than having to go to the basement cellar. A custom glass and stainless steel wine cellar was created where bottles seem to float in the space between the dining room and kitchen area. A nineteen foot long island dominates the great room as well as any social gathering where it is generally spread from end to end with food and surrounded by friends and family. Aside of the master suite, three oversized bedrooms each with a large en suite bath provide plenty of space for kids returning from college and frequent visits from friends and family. A neutral color palette was chosen throughout to bring warmth into the space but not fight with the clients’ collections of art, antique rugs and furnishings. Soaring ceiling, windows and huge sliding doors bring the naturalness of the large wooded lot inside while lots of natural wood and stone was used to further complement the outdoors and their love of nature. Outside, a large ground level fire-pit surrounded by comfortable chairs is another favorite gathering spot.

Lost Creek Remodel

Oliver Custom Homes

Builder: Oliver Custom Homes Architect: Barley|Pfeiffer Interior Designer: Panache Interiors Photographer: Mark Adams Media
Large midcentury kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, beige floor, white benchtop and with island.

Orinda Mid-Century Modern

The Home Co.

Photo of a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white floor.

Kitchen Remodeling In Woodland Hills, CA by A-List Builders

A-List Builders Inc.

Kitchen Remodeling In Woodland Hills, CA photo by A-List Builders Brand New Oak Floors Custom Cabinets New Countertops Recessed lights Custom Island Dining Set All New Appliances

50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE

Tommaso Giunchi Architetti

Cucina di Cesar Cucine; basi in laccato effetto oro, piano e paraspruzzi zona lavabo in pietra breccia imperiale; penili e colonne in fenix grigio; paraspruzzi in vetro retro-verniciato grigio. Pavimento in resina rosso bordeaux. Piano cottura induzione Bora con cappa integrata. Gli angoli delle basi sono stati personalizzati con 3arrotondamenti. Zoccolino ribassato a 6 cm.

Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA.

Coastal Designs Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Evelyn Avenue Modern

Eisenmann Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen in San Francisco with medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mid Century Modern Home

Candace Nordquist Interiors

The Kitchen has slab walnut cabinets and an eye catching waterfall island. Paired with the geometric back-splash and organic wood finishes, the kitchen an important design aspect of this home.

Paradise Valley Mid-Century Modern Restorationk

Moss Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Cambridge Victorian

Elms Interior Design

Photography by Michael J. Lee
Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Jacon Way

Building Solutions and Design, Inc

Photo credit: Bethany Nauert Architect: Nadav Rokach Interior Design and Staging: Eliana Rokach Contractor: Building Solutions and Design, Inc.
Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Northgate Kitchen

CarsonSpeer Builders

This mid-century modern was a full restoration back to this home's former glory. The vertical grain fir ceilings were reclaimed, refinished, and reinstalled. The floors were a special epoxy blend to imitate terrazzo floors that were so popular during this period. The quartz countertops waterfall on both ends and the handmade tile accents the backsplash. Reclaimed light fixtures, hardware, and appliances put the finishing touches on this remodel. Photo credit - Inspiro 8 Studios

Sculpted to the Land

Flavin Architects

This house west of Boston was originally designed in 1958 by the great New England modernist, Henry Hoover. He built his own modern home in Lincoln in 1937, the year before the German émigré Walter Gropius built his own world famous house only a few miles away. By the time this 1958 house was built, Hoover had matured as an architect; sensitively adapting the house to the land and incorporating the clients wish to recreate the indoor-outdoor vibe of their previous home in Hawaii. The house is beautifully nestled into its site. The slope of the roof perfectly matches the natural slope of the land. The levels of the house delicately step down the hill avoiding the granite ledge below. The entry stairs also follow the natural grade to an entry hall that is on a mid level between the upper main public rooms and bedrooms below. The living spaces feature a south- facing shed roof that brings the sun deep in to the home. Collaborating closely with the homeowner and general contractor, we freshened up the house by adding radiant heat under the new purple/green natural cleft slate floor. The original interior and exterior Douglas fir walls were stripped and refinished. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography

Photo of a large midcentury kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Midcentury 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!