Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Blue Midcentury Escher Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Photo: Jennifer Siu-Rivera // Design: The Inside Story Design
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with medium wood cabinets, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Grosenbacher Custom Homes

Hill Country Real Estate Photography
Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Nordlund Kitchen--Before and After

Distinctive Kitchens

Greige tones in the stone subway tile backsplash marry the high-gloss cabinets with the wood veneer lower cabinets. Accessories by West Elm and Nickey-Kehoe. Kitchen and dining room staging by Allison Scheff of Distinctive Kitchens. Photos by Wynne H Earle

Deux pièces à Levallois-Perret

Scènes en Couleurs

Anne-Emmanuel Thion
Small midcentury open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, medium hardwood floors and beige floor.

Art-Infused Kitchen

Kole Made Design/Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor, granite benchtops and black benchtop.

Mid Century Maple

Arcata Cabinet & Design Company

This client stayed true to the original design theme designed by the architect. Sleek, Mid-Century Modern. We used a slab door with natural maple wood, for a simple, understated look. The slab door is easy to clean, and never gets old. Natural Maple will hold it’s design style forever.

Appartamento Vintage in Torino Centro

Studio MAC

Cucina Cara di Life in stile vintage ma con il cuore moderno. Color verde acqua, maniglie in metallo e piano in top in legno. Frigo nero Samsung con display touch screen. La nicchia preesistente è stata resa moderna dall'utilizzo di ripiani in legno in forte spessore, l'aggiunta di led e il piano top prosegue nella nicchia creando spazio aggiuntivo ottimo per riporre piccoli elettrodomestici. Le piastrelle metro di CE.SI. ea parete e quelle a pavimento contribuiscono a creare un'atmosfera retrò

Bennington Forever Home

Labra Design Build

We helped this client search for the right property that we could turn into their forever home. The challenge was to bring the best features out of this home that had been remodeled by a previous home flipper who lacked some vision with certain spaces. We opened up some walls, moved some doorways, and rearranged the kitchen to transform this space into a family environment that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Crescent Estate

L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.

Ornare kitchen and Breakfast room
Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Stacked Loch Ness Tile Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Make your dream Mid-Century Modern kitchen come to life. From classic favorites to eye-catching statements, our handmade kitchen tile offers 130+ colors and 40+ shapes to choose from. DESIGN Soko Interior Design PHOTOS Madeline Tolle TILE SHOWN Tempest in 2x8

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Tongue & Groove Design + Build

Joshua Curry Photography, Rick Ricozzi Photography
Inspiration for a large midcentury eat-in kitchen in Wilmington with beige cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and beige floor.

Midcentury Modern Ranch & Addition

Natalie O Design

Design ideas for a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Louisville with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mill Valley Tasso Kitchen

Phil Kline - General Contractor

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a peninsula, an undermount sink, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Nordlund Kitchen--After

Distinctive Kitchens

We had a few problems to solve during the gut remodel of this Midcentury kitchen. First, in order to put the dishwasher next to the sink, we had to move the peninsula to the left a bit. Then we hid the microwave by placing it under the peninsula--no one needs to see a big microwave on the counter! We chose a subtle light fixture with black accents to balance the volume of the larger fixture in the dining room, and to match with the faucet. We kept the pulls modern and simple. Kitchen accessories from West Elm, World Market and Nickey Kehoe, rug by Target. Kitchen and dining room staging by Allison Scheff of Distinctive Kitchens. Photos by Wynne H Earle

Mount Vernon

Jubilee Interiors

This full home mid-century remodel project is in an affluent community perched on the hills known for its spectacular views of Los Angeles. Our retired clients were returning to sunny Los Angeles from South Carolina. Amidst the pandemic, they embarked on a two-year-long remodel with us - a heartfelt journey to transform their residence into a personalized sanctuary. Opting for a crisp white interior, we provided the perfect canvas to showcase the couple's legacy art pieces throughout the home. Carefully curating furnishings that complemented rather than competed with their remarkable collection. It's minimalistic and inviting. We created a space where every element resonated with their story, infusing warmth and character into their newly revitalized soulful home.

"Beautiful Inside and Out" Mid-Century Modern Home Interior Remodel

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

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Stone Concepts, Inc.

Mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Mid-Century Nostalgic vs. Retro

Larry Harmse

Mid-sized midcentury eat-in kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Westbank Midcentury

Legend Interiors, Inc

This is an example of a large midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in New Orleans with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

Midcentury Kitchen with Beige Floor 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!