Mid Century Modern Split Level Renovation

Photo of a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls and grey floor.

This mid century modern home boasted irreplaceable features including original wood cabinets, wood ceiling, and a wall of floor to ceiling windows. C&R developed a design that incorporated the existing details with additional custom cabinets that matched perfectly. A new lighting plan, quartz counter tops, plumbing fixtures, tile backsplash and floors, and new appliances transformed this kitchen while retaining all the mid century flavor.

Mid-Century Modern Open Dining Room and Kitchen

KraftMaster Renovations

We took the wall down that originally divided these two rooms, combining them to make one beautiful dining/kitchen area. Photos by Chris Veith.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in New York with white walls, brown floor and medium hardwood floors.

Mid-Century Row-home

Lisa & Leroy

Styling the dining room mid-century in furniture and chandelier really added the "different" elements the homeowners were looking for. The new pattern in the run tied in to the kitchen without being too matchy matchy.

Frank Lloyd inspiration

Janze Company Staging and Design

Design ideas for a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with beige walls, carpet and beige floor.

Midcentury Dining Room

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Portland with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Lake Forest Park Renovation

FINNE Architects

The Lake Forest Park Renovation is a top-to-bottom renovation of a 50's Northwest Contemporary house located 25 miles north of Seattle. Photo: Benjamin Benschneider

Mid-Century Modern Vancouver Special

PlaidFox Studio

This home used to be compartmentalized into tinier rooms, with the dining room contained, as well as the kitchen, it was feeling very claustrophobic to the homeowners! For the renovation we opened up the space into one great room with a 19-foot kitchen island with ample space for cooking and gathering as a family or with friends. Everyone always gravitates to the kitchen! It's important it's the most functional part of the home. We also redid the ceilings and floors in the home, as well as updated all lighting, fixtures and finishes. It was a full-scale renovation.

A modern retro living room

PL Studio

The vision for the living room of this 1960's apartment in Milan was to create a design that reflected the character and age of the property. We kept some of the original features like the beautiful terrazzo floors and some of the existing pieces like the burgundy sofa and the original curtains, and chosen vintage furniture to add an elegant retro vibe, whilst keeping the free-flowing interiors light and airy. The artwork is an homage to surrealism and the 1970's orange TV brightens up the space with a splash of vivid colour against the shell-pink walls.

Mid-Century Modern Renovation

David Coulson Design Ltd.

Inspiration for a midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls and light hardwood floors.

Northgate Breakfast Room

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

Hugill Residence

CARIB DANIEL MARTIN architecture and design llc

New addition and interior redesign / renovation of a 1930's residence in the Battery Park neighborhood of Bethesda, MD. Photography: Katherine Ma, Studio by MAK

Vadsco Pedestal Dining Table

Amish Showroom

The Vadsco Pedestal table is a modern take on the dining table. The Vadsco table is available in a 42x54" oval shape with 1 - 12" leaf. Also available in 48x54 - with up to 1 - 12" leaf.

Urban, Creative, City Living

Blake Civiello Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Los Angeles with grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and grey floor.

Anson Way

Amato Architecture

Painting the kitchen cabinets a soft neutral color — instead of the former kelly green (!) — compliments the washed tone of the ceiling beams and the cool gray of the concrete tabletop in the dining area, completing the harmonious palette.

Mid-century Modern Dining Room

Saccaro USA

Dining room features a variety of Saccaro Signature collections. The DIVA round dining table with BRASILEIRINHA dining chairs. The FIFTY buffet and PARIS floor lamp. Also, our natural cowhide rug. Barry Grossman | www.grossmanphoto.com

Reviving the 70's

Best Builders ltd

Ema Peter Photography
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Vancouver with white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Lauren Brandwein Design

Rock House Design

Jessamyn Harris Photography Master Touch Construction
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in San Francisco with green walls, light hardwood floors, no fireplace and beige floor.

Dexter Colonial (Midcentury Modern Remodel)

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This is an example of a large midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Detroit with grey walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mid Century Modern Remodel

Chuckanut Builders

The dining room and kitchen flow seamlessly in this mid-century home. The white walls and countertops create visual space while the beautiful white oak cabinets provide abundant storage. Both the exposed wood ceiling and oak floors were existing, we refinished them and color matched new trim as needed.

Midcentury Kitchen/Dining Combo Design Ideas

A midcentury dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your midcentury dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your midcentury dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for midcentury dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!