This is an example of a small midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Verdun Condo

Laurie Yapp Design

A mid century with a touch of farmhouse kitchen. We mixed oak, white shaker and flat panel black cabinets for an interesting look in this condo. We used Ikea cabinetry but chose everything else from trusted suppliers for an elevated look.

Seahurst Mid-Century

Lucy Johnson Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Project Onyx

MAC Renovations LTD.

Mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen

Photo of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Coveney Residence

STUDIOrobert jamieson

Heidi's Bridge
Design ideas for a small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula and beige floor.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen that's Connected to Nature

Normandy Remodeling

An avid cook and entertainer, this kitchen boasts professional grade appliances throughout. Walnut cabinets, quartzite countertops and travertine floors were selected because of his commitment to natural materials. The aesthetics and material selections root the kitchen into the home’s mid-century modern aesthetic.

Blue Diamond Backsplash Tile

Fireclay Tile

Inspired by mid century modern style, these handmade patterned kitchen tiles from Fireclay Tile give the space a splash of retro flair. Discover made to order tile at FireclayTile.com FIRECLAY TILE SHOWN Diamond Escher Tile Pattern in Lichen DESIGN TVL Creative PHOTOS Rinse Studio

Los Angeles Mad Men Loft

Lindye Galloway Interiors

Design ideas for a large midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, an undermount sink, marble benchtops and beige floor.

Mid Century Magic

Blythe Interiors

Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, terrazzo floors and beige floor.

Soho Craftsman | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX

Flooret

A classic select grade natural oak. Timeless and versatile. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

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.

Cabinetry

Yourson Contracting LLC

Midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Falls Church VA Kitchen

Elena Eskandari - Case Design/Remodeling Inc.

Design ideas for a midcentury kitchen in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, white benchtop, exposed beam, timber and vaulted.

Respectful Remodel of a Paul Kirk Classic

CTA Design Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, cement tiles, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Eunice Street

Eisenmann Architecture

Mark Compton
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, panelled appliances, with island, white benchtop, white splashback, subway tile splashback, an undermount sink, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Midcentury Modern Whole Home Renovation

White Label Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

West Roy Condo

SkB Architects

Originally built in 1955, this modest penthouse apartment typified the small, separated living spaces of its era. The design challenge was how to create a home that reflected contemporary taste and the client’s desire for an environment rich in materials and textures. The keys to updating the space were threefold: break down the existing divisions between rooms; emphasize the connection to the adjoining 850-square-foot terrace; and establish an overarching visual harmony for the home through the use of simple, elegant materials. The renovation preserves and enhances the home’s mid-century roots while bringing the design into the 21st century—appropriate given the apartment’s location just a few blocks from the fairgrounds of the 1962 World’s Fair.

Los Gatos Treehouse

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Full Kitchen Remodel with Custom White Oak Cabinetry & Shelves

Balboa Design Group

Midcentury modern kitchen remodel fitted with IKEA cabinet boxes customized with white oak cabinet doors and drawers. Custom ceiling mounted hanging shelves offer an attractive alternative to traditional upper cabinets, and keep the space feeling open and airy. Green porcelain subway tiles create a beautiful watercolor effect and a stunning backdrop for this kitchen. Mid-sized 1960s galley vinyl floor and beige floor eat-in kitchen photo in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and white countertops

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!