mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel

a unique double gable vaulted ceiling design, as well clerestory windows and a window behind the cooktop add volume and light to the open dining room and kitchen

Forest Oaks mid century modern remodel

Molly Jo Designs, LLC

Historically accurate mid-century finishes paired with wall-to-wall cabinets maximized storage with an eye toward style in this small South Austin mid-century home.

Alameda

Monaco Interiors

This once crowded, dark space is now bright and organized! Maximum storage achieved! A two-tone, walnut and white shaker kitchen with modern gold accents and a distinct mid-century modern ethic that boasts a statement chandelier and Calacatta inspired tiles. Layers of texture and movement create a space that requires very little in means of décor to be elevated.

Woodland Hills Residence

Mahle Design LLC

Kitchen
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bedford Place

Prideaux Design

Matt Vacca
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Calabasas Teak Wood Kitchen

Pacific Blue Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Mid-Century Residence

Emerick Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Tempe Design Build Kitchen

Hochuli Design & Remodeling Team

Photo of a midcentury eat-in kitchen in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and white benchtop.

Peekskill Tudor

Elizabeth Strianese Interiors LLC

Photography by Meredith Heuer
Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Minimalist Modern House

Bright Designlab

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

Arden Park Mid-Century Streng

Nar Design Group

This mid-century modern kitchen was developed with the original architectural elements of its mid-century shell at the heart of its design. Throughout the space, the kitchen’s repetition of alternating dark walnut and light wood uses in the cabinetry and framework reflect the contrast of the dark wooden beams running along the white ceiling. The playful use of two tones intentionally develops unified work zones using all modern day elements and conveniences. For instance, the 5’ galley workstation stands apart with grain-matched walnut cabinetry and stone wrap detail for a furniture-like feeling. The mid-century architecture continued to be an emphasis through design details such as a flush venting system within a drywall structure that conscientiously disappears into the ceiling affording the existing post-and-beams structures and clerestory windows to stand in the forefront. Along with celebrating the characteristic of the mid-century home the clients wanted to bring the outdoors in. We chose to emphasis the view even more by incorporating a large window centered over the galley kitchen sink. The final result produced a translucent wall that provokes a dialog between the outdoor elements and the natural color tones and materials used throughout the kitchen. While the natural light and views are visible because of the spacious windows, the contemporary kitchens clean geometric lines emphasize the newly introduced natural materials and further integrate the outdoors within the space. The clients desired to have a designated area for hot drinks such as coffee and tea. To create a station that could house all the small appliances & accessories and was easily accessible we incorporated two aluminum tambours together with integrated power lift doors. One tambour acting as the hot drink station and the other acting as an appliance garage. Overall, this minimalistic kitchen is nothing short of functionality and mid-century character. Photo Credit: Fred Donham of PhotographerLink

Mid-Century Fullerton Kitchen

John Padgett Design & Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

SE Schuyler Renovation

Bluevine Studio LLC

Photo By Cody Wheeler
Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, matchstick tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback and white benchtop.

Eichler - Inspired Home

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Inspiration for a large midcentury single-wall eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

Magnolia Remodel

MB Architecture + Interiors

Rafael Soldi
Mid-sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Mid Century inspired kitchen & utility.

Culshaw Kitchen Makers

This Mid Century inspired kitchen was manufactured for a couple who definitely didn't want a traditional 'new' fitted kitchen as part of their extension to a 1930's house in a desirable Manchester suburb. One of the standout features of the kitchen is this work surface and storage cupboard based on our Hivehaus Grand kitchenette. Microwave and toaster plus other items can be hidden away behind the bifold pocket doors when needed. The clients wanted solid elm for the wooden details in the kitchen. Photo: Ian Hampson

Los Gatos Treehouse

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Waynesville Kitchen, Ceiling Bump-up, Bath Remodel

HomeSource Builders

A 1961 home with an under-eight-foot living room ceiling needed some freshening. We slanted the ceiling to match the roof pitch, and added a wall of bookshelves in the dining room. We gutted the kitchen and started over—complete with heated porcelain tile floor. A tiny bathroom had previously included a shower, which we replaced with a full-size vanity that features a striking vessel sink. Relighting the living room required new wiring. Our project manager suggested carrying the existing theme of arched door openings into several of the remodeling details.

S. Braeswood

StudioMET Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and white floor.

Allandale 1954 Renovation

Rick & Cindy Black Architects

Leonid Furmansky
Design ideas for a small midcentury galley kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors and blue floor.

Midcentury Kitchen with Porcelain 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!