Inspiration for a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop, vaulted and beige floor.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel in Claremont, CA

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

Like what you see? Call us today for your home renovation consultation! (909) 605-8800. We hope you are as excited to see this reveal as we all were. What an amazing transformation! This beautiful Claremont, CA home built in 1955 got a wonderful Mid-Century Modern update to the kitchen. The fireplace adjacent to the kitchen was the inspiration for this space. Pure white brick matched with a natural “Dune” stained maple mantle. Opposite the fireplace is a display will donned with matching maple shadowbox shelving. The pure white cabinets are topped with a Cabrini Grey quartz from Arizona Tile, mimicking a combination of concrete and limestone, with a square edge profile. To accent both the countertop and the cabinets we went with brushed gold and bronze fixtures. A Kohler “White Haven” apron front sink is finished with a Delta “Trinsic” faucet in champagne bronze, with matching push button garbage disposal, soap dispenser and aerator. One of the largest changes to the space was the relocating of the plumbing fixtures, and appliances. Giving the stove its own wall, a 30” KitchenAid unit with a stainless steel hood, backed with a stunning mid-century modern rhomboid patterned mosaic backsplash going up to the ceiling. The fridge stayed in the same location, but with all new cabinetry, including an over-sized 24” deep cabinet above it, and a KitchenAid microwave drawer built into the bottom cabinets. Another drastic change was the raising of the ceiling, pulling the height up from 8 foot to 9 foot, accented with crown moldings to match the cabinetry. Next to the kitchen we included a built in accent desk, a built in nook for seating with custom leather created by a local upholsterer, and a built in hutch. Adding another window brought in even more light to a bright and now cheerful space. Rather than replace the flooring, a simple refinish of the wood planks was all the space needed blending the style of the kitchen into the look and feel of the rest of the home. Project Description: // Type: Kitchen Remodel // Location: Claremont, CA // Style: Mid-Century Modern // Year Completed: 2019 // Designer: Jay Adams // Project Features: Relocation of the appliances and plumbing, Backsplash behind stove and refrigerator walls, in a rhomboid mosaic pattern, Microwave drawer built into the lower cabinets. And a raised ceiling opening up the space. //View more projects here http://www.yourclassickitchens.com/ //Video Production By Classic Kitchens etc. and Twila Knight Photo

Westwood Dr. Interior

John Webb Construction and Design

This 2 story home was originally built in 1952 on a tree covered hillside. Our company transformed this little shack into a luxurious home with a million dollar view by adding high ceilings, wall of glass facing the south providing natural light all year round, and designing an open living concept. The home has a built-in gas fireplace with tile surround, custom IKEA kitchen with quartz countertop, bamboo hardwood flooring, two story cedar deck with cable railing, master suite with walk-through closet, two laundry rooms, 2.5 bathrooms, office space, and mechanical room.

Staging Project in Los Feliz

Nesting Dolls Design

Design ideas for a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Midcentury Makeover

EdgeWork Design Build

Kitchen with custom cabinetry.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Montecito

Tracy Lynn Studio

Photography: Ryan Garvin
Midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, window splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Beverly Hills MidCentury

LA Dwelling Inc

Mario Peixoto Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

South Drive Whole House Renovation

Harwood Design Builders Ltd.

A riverfront property is a desirable piece of property duet to its proximity to a waterway and parklike setting. The value in this renovation to the customer was creating a home that allowed for maximum appreciation of the outside environment and integrating the outside with the inside, and this design achieved this goal completely. To eliminate the fishbowl effect and sight-lines from the street the kitchen was strategically designed with a higher counter top space, wall areas were added and sinks and appliances were intentional placement. Open shelving in the kitchen and wine display area in the dining room was incorporated to display customer's pottery. Seating on two sides of the island maximize river views and conversation potential. Overall kitchen/dining/great room layout designed for parties, etc. - lots of gathering spots for people to hang out without cluttering the work triangle. Eliminating walls in the ensuite provided a larger footprint for the area allowing for the freestanding tub and larger walk-in closet. Hardwoods, wood cabinets and the light grey colour pallet were carried through the entire home to integrate the space.

Spruce

John Maniscalco Architecture

Joe Fletcher
Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Monroe Drive House

BERG DESIGN ARCHITECTURE

Photo of a large midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, light hardwood floors, with island, blue cabinets, marble splashback, panelled appliances and beige floor.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen in Rio Del Mar, CA

Talmadge Construction, Inc.

The island in this space is fitted with three stools which make this kitchen space an additional dining area for the homeowners. The all white countertop is a traditional look for this mid century kitchen design.

North Lee

place architecture:design

Place, Inc
Photo of a small midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Fenton Midcentury Modern Inspired New Build Home

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Midcentury Modern inspired new build home. Color, texture, pattern, interesting roof lines, wood, light!
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen pantry in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Hi-Hat House

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and wood.

Full home remodel, Santa Monica

Love Home Renovations

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and white benchtop.

Two Tone Kitchen with Split Level Island

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Photo of a large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

River House

WEST STUDIO Architects & Construction Services

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley kitchen in Chicago with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Kirchen

Braden Construction, Inc.

Kitchen and integrated dining area: Large center island, medium color flat-panel lower drawers, and campground green upper cabinets.
Design ideas for a large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and beige benchtop.

Chelsea Anigre

ReFind Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Textured Curves

Space Craft Joinery

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Adelaide with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen with Light Hardwood 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!