Small midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, yellow floor and white benchtop.

# Sylvie & Christophe

Cocré-art

This is an example of a large midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, ceramic floors, with island, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

State Street Condo Remodel

Arete Renovators Inc.

This stunning multiroom remodel spans from the kitchen to the bathroom to the main areas and into the closets. Collaborating with Jill Lowe on the design, many beautiful features were added to this home. The bathroom includes a separate tub from the shower and toilet room. In the kitchen, there is an island and many beautiful fixtures to compliment the white cabinets and dark wall color. Throughout the rest of the home new paint and new floors have been added.

Highbury Kitchen / Living Room

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Caitlin Mogridge
Photo of a small midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Moderne Offenheit mit Stil und Flair

Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH

Die klare Struktur der unterschiedlichen Küchenbereiche wirkt in dem geräumigen Zimmer stilvoll und modern. Die hohen Decken mit dezenten Stuckverzierungen verbinden den Altbaucharme durch den edel angedeuteten Erker und das elegante Parkett mit modernen Stilmöbeln, die eine harmonische Verbindung eingehen.

Aménagement d'une petite maison de centre bourg

agence m&r

Vue sur le cabinet de curiosités
Photo of a small midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Nantes with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Prairie

Prime Realty

Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Cuisine équipée à Royan

Marie Rodrigues cuisine et dressing

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, laminate benchtops, red splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, no island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Kitchen - Custom Walnut Cabinet detail

Hanomoco Design

This is an example of a midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Cuisine équipée à Royan

Marie Rodrigues cuisine et dressing

Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Prairie

Prime Realty

Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Cuisine rétro à cabochons en Val-de-Marne

As de Carreaux

Le carrelage imitation cabochons oxford negro 33x33cm procure de l'harmonie dans la pièce.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Montpellier with grey splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors, white floor, an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, panelled appliances, with island and multi-coloured benchtop.

Camperdown Home in Sydney

Andrew Loader Design

Michael Galvin
Large midcentury open plan kitchen in Sydney with mirror splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble floors and with island.

Offenheit für die genussvolle Gastlichkeit

Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH

Der besondere Clou der Küche zeigt sich in der Geselligkeit. Finden Feste sonst ihren schönsten Rahmen in der Küche, wird hier mit den Gästen im Blick zusammen gekocht, gegessen und genossen. Die formschöne Schlichtheit spiegelt sich in allen Elementen von der Küche bis zu den Essplätzen wider und bieten Raum für schöne Stunden im großen Kreis

BLEU DE TOI - Rénovation complète d'un rdc - 60m²

Studio WherDeco

Paula et Guillaume ont acquis une nouvelle maison. Et pour la 2è fois ils ont fait appel à WherDeco. Pour cette grande pièce de vie, ils avaient envie d'espace, de décloisonnement et d'un intérieur qui arrive à mixer bien sûr leur 2 styles : le contemporain pour Guillaume et l'industriel pour Paula. Nous leur avons proposé le forfait Déco qui comprenait un conseil couleurs, des planches d'ambiances, les plans 3D et la shopping list.

Under Construction | Modern Mid Century Townhouse

Centric Spaces

PROPOSED KITCHEN DESIGN: The modern approach to the new kitchen design subtly integrates mid-century inspired details. Finishes such as walnut veneer, reeded glass, grey smoked mirror, timber framed elements, smoky grey glass wall lights and Serge Mouille feature wall lighting have been incorporated. Subsequently, the design is a modern take on mid-century. EXISTING CONSTRAINTS: The existing concrete slab above Ground Level meant looking at alternative options for ambient and task lighting. Taking inspiration from mid century design, the open shelf above the island bench was the perfect opportunity to create a feature which not only frames the kitchen, but provides a location for task lighting as well as a space to display indoor planting and décor. FUNCTIONALITY: The kitchen layout was designed to be more user-friendly with all of the awkward corner cabinets removed and better storage solutions incorporated. The new layout was designed with functionality in mind for entertaining - the original high section of the island bench removed which previously created a visual barrier between the dining area and kitchen. Depth was added to the island bench to allow for additional storage, accessible from the dining room side. The kitchen sink was moved closer to the window which frees up space on the island bench where the client can now be preparing in the kitchen while chatting to guests as they mingle in the dining area. A breakfast bar was also added to the courtyard window with direct access to the kitchen.

King Georges Way Residence

Future Living Developments Ltd.

Design ideas for an expansive midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback and stainless steel appliances.

State Street Condo Remodel

Arete Renovators Inc.

Unkonventionelle Details mit stilvoller Wirkung

Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH

Während klassische Oberschränke in Küchen auf den Wänden sitzen, wurde mit innovativen Gestaltungsdetails in dieser SieMatic-Küche die Optik erzielt, die Schränke wären in die Wand eingelassen. Vorstehende Rahmen geben dem Gesamtbild eine unkonventionelle Struktur, die im Gesamtbild begeistert.

BLEU DE TOI - Rénovation complète d'un rdc - 60m²

Studio WherDeco

Midcentury Kitchen with Mirror Splashback 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!