This new house in Westmere was designed by Rogan Nash Architects. Much like a family, the design focuses on interconnection. The kitchen acts as the lynchpin of the design – not only as a metaphoric heart, but as the centre of the plan: a reflection of a family who have a passion for cooking and entertaining. The rooms directly converse with each other: from the kitchen you can see the deck and snug where the children play; or talk to friends at the sofa in the lounge; whilst preparing food together to put on the dining table.

Charcoal Porcelain Countertop & Kitchen Sink with Backsplash Window

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Backsplash windows and clever lighting beneath the cabinets eliminate the dark areas above the porcelain countertops.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

West Live Oak

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Milestone Community Builders
Inspiration for a midcentury kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Bell Canyon Residence

Hsu McCullough

On the interior, the Great Room comprised of the Living Room, Kitchen and Dining Room features the space defining massive 18-foot long, triangular-shaped clerestory window pressed to the underside of the ranch’s main gable roofline. This window beautifully lights the Kitchen island below while framing a cluster of diverse mature trees lining a horse riding trail to the North 15 feet off the floor. The cabinetry of the Kitchen and Living Room are custom high-gloss white lacquer finished with Rosewood cabinet accents strategically placed including the 19-foot long island with seating, preparation sink, dishwasher and storage. The Kitchen island and aligned-on-axis Dining Room table are celebrated by unique pendants offering contemporary embellishment to the minimal space.

Mid-Modern kitchen remodel

John Webb Construction and Design

Re-purposed cabinetry, this Mid-Modern kitchen remodel features new cabinet walnut flat panel fronts, panels, and trim, quartz countertop, built in appliances, under mount sink, and custom built open shelving.

Palm Springs

Skipp Renovations - Designer Kitchens Made Simple

Inspiration for a small midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, grey floor, grey benchtop and exposed beam.

Re-Open House

Matt Fajkus Architecture

Photography by Twist Tours
Midcentury eat-in kitchen in Austin with multi-coloured splashback, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen

Homework Remodels - Tri-lite Builders

This mid century modern home had been remodeled in the past with big box store, off the shelf cabinets. Our goal was to remodel the kitchen with great features as well as style that would suit the homes mid century character. Homes such as this one were designed to be a modern alternative to the ranch homes that dominated the 1950's housing market. They had more open floor plans, unique windows and distinctive curb appeal.

Bogert Trail

MY General Construction Inc.

Photo of a midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, blue splashback, panelled appliances, with island, concrete floors and grey floor.

Glenalbyn

ESV Prime Construction Specialists, Inc.

Mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Mid-Century Modern Studio City

Rande Leaman Interior Design

The kitchen project began with a new range and we then retrofitted the space to accommodate the new appliance and hood. The original kitchen cabinetry was then refinished, bringing it back to it's beautiful origins.

m.a.p. interiors

SYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORS

Newly designed kitchen in remodeled open space Ranch House: custom designed cabinetry in two different finishes, Caesar stone countertop with Motivo Lace inlay, stainless steel appliances and farmhouse sink, polished concrete floor, hand fabricated glass backsplash tiles and big island with Nelson lamp and Bertoia counter stools. Skylights have been added for more light.

MidCentury Modern Open Concept Kitchen and Living Room

Aria Stone Gallery

The delicate veins in this Calacatta Extra align for a dramatic artwork presentation that is the center of attention in this open plan dining and living space. The remnant portions on the fireplace make for a unique continuation of the design, creating a space that effortlessly flows from one area to the next. The versatility of Calacatta marbles make for a one-of-a-kind patterning that is exclusive to each block of stone.

RT Residence

babienko ARCHITECTS pllc

White kitchen with bar seating, floating shelves, and an exposed steel beam.
Design ideas for a midcentury eat-in kitchen in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Alexander Estates 2716

Mãkena Interiors

Lost style kitchen, dark wedge Wood with stainless Bosch appliances and Bertazzoni Italia 36" Range and stainless steel back splash. Alexander Estates II Palm Springs

Knollwood Cove

Mosier Luxury Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, no island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen

Design ideas for a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Mid-Century Modern Rift-Cut Oak Panels and Island

Cedar Hill Cabinets

Stainless steel chairs at island countertop seating area. Walls and doors in background are made of rift cut white oak and conceal pantry and storage areas. Photography by Greg Hoppe.

MCM Pink Kitchen Reno

Jake Potts

Before/After. A 1958 MCM in Saint Louis receives a pink kitchen makeover with vintage 50's Geneva metal cabinets, modern appliances and a walnut butcher block island.

Eichler renovation

Scandinavian Home Designs

Renovation of a 1952 Midcentury Modern Eichler home in San Jose, CA. Full remodel of kitchen, main living areas and central atrium incl flooring and windows in the entire home to bring the home in line with its mid-century modern roots, while updating the home with modern style and a touch of Scandinavia.

Midcentury Kitchen with Concrete 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!