Natural, Mid-Century Modern Kitchen. BaileyTown USA Select. Trail Creek, IN

Cabinet Brand: Kountry Wood Product Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Natural Door Style: Mission Full Overlay Counter top: Viatera Quartz, Bullnose edge, Sumphony color

Mid-Century Raised Ranch Remodel

The Artisans Group, Inc.

Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem. Extensive alterations include: - a completely redesigned floor plan to promote a more intuitive flow throughout - vaulted the ceilings over the great room to create an amazing entrance and feeling of inspired openness - redesigned entry and driveway to be more inviting and welcoming as well as to experientially set the mid-century modern stage - the removal of a visually disruptive load bearing central wall and chimney system that formerly partitioned the homes’ entry, dining, kitchen and living rooms from each other - added clerestory windows above the new kitchen to accentuate the new vaulted ceiling line and create a greater visual continuation of indoor to outdoor space - drastically increased the access to natural light by increasing window sizes and opening up the floor plan - placed natural wood elements throughout to provide a calming palette and cohesive Pacific Northwest feel - incorporated Universal Design principles to make the home Aging In Place ready with wide hallways and accessible spaces, including single-floor living if needed - moved and completely redesigned the stairway to work for the home’s occupants and be a part of the cohesive design aesthetic - mixed custom tile layouts with more traditional tiling to create fun and playful visual experiences - custom designed and sourced MCM specific elements such as the entry screen, cabinetry and lighting - development of the downstairs for potential future use by an assisted living caretaker - energy efficiency upgrades seamlessly woven in with much improved insulation, ductless mini splits and solar gain

West 199th Street Kitchen

Schloegel Design Remodel

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Kansas City with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, white benchtop and vaulted.

Midcentury Modern Remodel. Three spaces into one for this Kitchen

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

Where do we even start. We renovated just about this whole home. So much so that we decided to split the video into two parts so you can see each area in a bit more detail. Starting with the Kitchen and living areas, because let’s face it, that is the heart of the home. Taking three very separated spaces, removing, and opening the existing dividing walls, then adding back in the supports for them, created a unified living space that flows so openly it is hard to imagine it any other way. Walking in the front door there was a small entry from the formal living room to the family room, with a protruding wall, we removed the peninsula wall, and widened he entry so you can see right into the family room as soon as you stem into the home. On the far left of that same wall we opened up a large space so that you can access each room easily without walking around an ominous divider. Both openings lead to what once was a small closed off kitchen. Removing the peninsula wall off the kitchen space, and closing off a doorway in the far end of the kitchen allowed for one expansive, beautiful space. Now entertaining the whole family is a very welcoming time for all. The island is an entirely new design for all of us. We designed an L shaped island that offered seating to place the dining table next to. This is such a creative way to offer an island and a formal dinette space for the family. Stacked with drawers and cabinets for storage abound. Both the cabinets and drawers lining the kitchen walls, and inside the island are all shaker style. A simple design with a lot of impact on the space. Doubling up on the drawer pulls when needed gives the area an old world feel inside a now modern space. White painted cabinets and drawers on the outer walls, and espresso stained ones in the island create a dramatic distinction for the accent island. Topping them all with a honed granite in Fantasy Brown, bringing all of the colors and style together. If you are not familiar with honed granite, it has a softer, more matte finish, rather than the glossy finish of polished granite. Yet another way of creating an old world charm to this space. Inside the cabinets we were able to provide so many wonderful storage options. Lower and upper Super Susan’s in the corner cabinets, slide outs in the pantry, a spice roll out next to the cooktop, and a utensil roll out on the other side of the cook top. Accessibility and functionality all in one kitchen. An added bonus was the area we created for upper and lower roll outs next to the oven. A place to neatly store all of the taller bottles and such for your cooking needs. A wonderful, yet small addition to the kitchen. A double, unequal bowl sink in grey with a finish complimenting the honed granite, and color to match the boisterous backsplash. Using the simple colors in the space allowed for a beautiful backsplash full of pattern and intrigue. A true eye catcher in this beautiful home. Moving from the kitchen to the formal living room, and throughout the home, we used a beautiful waterproof laminate that offers the look and feel of real wood, but the functionality of a newer, more durable material. In the formal living room was a fireplace box in place. It blended into the space, but we wanted to create more of the wow factor you have come to expect from us. Building out the shroud around it so that we could wrap the tile around gave a once flat wall, the three dimensional look of a large slab of marble. Now the fireplace, instead of the small, insignificant accent on a large, room blocking wall, sits high and proud in the center of the whole home.

20th Century Denver

Watson & Co

Design ideas for a midcentury galley kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Braeburn Mid Century Modern, Houston, TX

Victoria Sheffield

Midcentury modern kitchen with white kitchen cabinets, solid surface countertops, and tile backsplash. Open shelving is used throughout. The wet bar design includes teal grasscloth. The floors are the original 1950's Saltillo tile. A flush mount vent hood has been used to not obstruct the view.

Woodside Midcentury

David Henig, Architect

This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Ranch Home

Destination Eichler, LLC

John Shum
Design ideas for a small midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, white floor, a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Midcentury Kitchen

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen in New York with stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and with island.

Midcentury Atomic Ranch Kitchen Remodel

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Scott Hargis
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, coloured appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Diamond Kitchen

ARTO

big and airy kitchen
Photo of a large midcentury galley kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

PBH Colip House

PBH Design

Inspiration for a large midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and a peninsula.

Mid-Century Butler's Pantry

User

Photo Credit: Mark Ehlen Done in collaboration with Rob Edman of edmanhill Interior Design
Photo of a midcentury separate kitchen in Minneapolis with mosaic tile splashback, multi-coloured splashback, flat-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

All Electric Home - kitchen

Tali Hardonag Architect

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, panelled appliances, vinyl floors, with island, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Hougang Street 51

Design Point Interiors Pte Ltd

Inspiration for a midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Singapore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

San Jose Eichler 5

Urbanism Designs

Photo of a midcentury u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

Haus of Clay

Fraley and Company

The original floor plan of the kitchen changed very little, with the exception of centering the range to get some landing space on either side. Schweitzer Creative

Sugar Shack

Anthony J. Vallée

Photo by Jack Gardner Photography
Mid-sized midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Diaz Custom Home

Creekside Construction

This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Orange Is the New Black

reVISION Custom Home Renovations Inc.

Large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Vancouver with with island, a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and light hardwood floors.

Midcentury Kitchen with Multi-Coloured 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!