Midcentury modern backsplash by Motawi Tileworks featuring Floating Spheres art tile
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall kitchen in Detroit with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Land Park

Next Generation Capital

Design ideas for a small midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and a peninsula.

Mid-Century Nostalgic vs. Retro

Larry Harmse

Inspiration for a 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.

Парижанка

Tatiana Nikitina Photography

Квартира в ретро стиле с парижским шармом в старой части Санкт-Петербурга. Автор проекта: Ксения Горская
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors, no island, white floor and black benchtop.

Framingham Deck Home Kitchen

The Corner Cabinet

Frank and Carolyn were looking to remodel their deck house kitchen in their little slice of heaven in Framingham. Carolyn wanted to freshen up the area with lighter cabinets, flooring, and paint. She loves nature and their home is situated on a beautifully, private, wooded lot. The kitchen which runs almost the entire back of the home overlooks the treetops. Carolyn envisioned a kitchen that blended with her deck home and looked like it belonged in her natural setting. The cabinets are KraftMaid Vantage Lyndale Evercore in Dove White paint and the counters Caesarstone Coastal Grey. Her view of nature from the kitchen windows is amazing and the kitchen is bright and in harmony with nature. Design Credit: Rosanne LaCava Photo Credit: Nicola Richard

Suzan and John's Kitchen Remodel

Agate Architecture, LLC

Agate Architecture LCC
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and grey floor.

Mid-Century Dala Kitchen

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

Small midcentury separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, black floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Marvelous Home

Monica Milewski

Monica Milewski
Large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mid Century MOD Austin Remodel

Becca Stephens Interiors

Molly Winters Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Fletcher, Greenwich

The Staging Studio

The Staging Studio
Small midcentury separate kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, ceramic floors and no island.

Finley Road

Mãkena Interiors

Open Living space in this mid-century modern newly renovated kitchen in Palm Springs
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

Fifties Kitchen - Lyon 1

User

Petite surface, petit budget, voici l'une des solutions trouvées pour répondre aux besoins de notre cliente. Fâne de la boutique parisienne Ladurée, notre cliente souhaitait retrouver des teintes fraiches (menthe et rose praline) pour agrémenter sa cuisine et la rendre la plus fonctionnelle possible.

handless kitchen

Wood Works Brighton

We designed this kitchen with family living and entertainment in mind. It is not large, but it packs a punch.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Sussex with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mid-century Modern Reimagined

User

Our instructions from the client were to "create a fiercely modern, all-white kitchen, but with humanity." Working within a ten by fifteen foot space that was originally dark, cramped and inefficient, we created a new kitchen which is bright, open, and highly efficient for cooking. While no walls were moved, the openings to adjacent spaces were relocated and resized, further expanding the appearance of the space. The result is a kitchen which looks and feels dramatically larger than it really is. Photos © Michael Hospelt

Mid Century Modern Basement Suite

Interior Design Shoppe

Photography: Paulina Ochoa Photography Furniture & Lamps: Where on Earth Did You Get That? Antique Mall Acessories & Artwork: Mid-Century Dweller, Ursela Ciechanska Design & Decoration: Collage Interiors

Lafayette House

Hart Wright Architects, AIA

Plywood cabinetry and concrete countertops
This is an example of a midcentury kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors and concrete benchtops.

Highfield House

Richstone Homes & Remodeling

2 inch thick plaster walls removed to create open floor plan with kitchen/family room/dining room.
This is an example of a midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Baltimore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, red splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, a peninsula, grey floor and black benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen

Inspiration for a large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Adelaide with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Cordovan on Cherry with Uba Tuba

Kitchen Magic

Some remodeling customers are uncertain about the best way to change the look of their space, and turn to us at Kitchen Magic for guidance; other homeowners already have a clear idea of what they want, and ask us to make their vision a reality. The latter was very much the case in a recent remodeling project we completed in Milford, New Jersey. The home had been designed by the homeowner, who was clearly accustomed to creating and implementing an artistic vision for their living space. By the time Kitchen Magic arrived on the scene, the homeowner already had clear ideas about the colors and materials that would go into creating the look of their new kitchen. Cabinet refacing was the perfect solution for staying within budget, yet still having the kitchen they had always dreamed of. Building on the Existing Decor is Key The sleek, black appliances already in place demanded a bold complement, and the rich, deep hue of Cordovan on Cherry stain fit the bill perfectly. The arched cabinet doors add a classic touch of elegance, but one that blends seamlessly with the modern feel of the other design elements. The clean lines and chrome finish of the cabinet hardware serve to unite the vivid cherry cabinetry with the gray toned counters and backsplash. That backsplash, a custom design envisioned by the homeowner, brings both unity and contrast to the entire space. The splashes of lighter values brighten the deep red tones of the cabinets, keeping the room from feeling too dark. The use of texture and varied tonal values create a unique piece that adds dimension to the kitchen's personality and reflects the creative energy of the homeowners. The luxury of the deep cherry-red cabinets and the sleekly modern lines of the furnishings create a timeless and bold back drop for the counters, and only one stone perfectly fits that bill: granite! The black Uba Tuba granite countertops chosen by the homeowners have the visual weight and richness to pair with the Cordovan on Cherry, and the marbling of lighter and darker values echo of the custom-designed backsplash over the range, completing the new design. Taken together, the effect of the homeowners' choices create a striking, elegant, and almost decadent feel without any heavy or dark characters. The sleek lines and organic look created by the arched cabinet doors give the room a sense of grace and motion that is entirely appropriate to the homeowners' aesthetic, given their fondness for the adventure of hot-air ballooning and active life style. David Glasofer

West Vancouver, 1960's Lewis Post & Beam House Renovation

LCI Design

Photo by LCI Studio
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and ceramic floors.

Midcentury Kitchen with Ceramic Floors 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!