Some remodeling customers are uncertain about the best way to change the look of their space, and turn to us at Kitchen Magic for guidance; other homeowners already have a clear idea of what they want, and ask us to make their vision a reality. The latter was very much the case in a recent remodeling project we completed in Milford, New Jersey. The home had been designed by the homeowner, who was clearly accustomed to creating and implementing an artistic vision for their living space. By the time Kitchen Magic arrived on the scene, the homeowner already had clear ideas about the colors and materials that would go into creating the look of their new kitchen. Cabinet refacing was the perfect solution for staying within budget, yet still having the kitchen they had always dreamed of. Building on the Existing Decor is Key The sleek, black appliances already in place demanded a bold complement, and the rich, deep hue of Cordovan on Cherry stain fit the bill perfectly. The arched cabinet doors add a classic touch of elegance, but one that blends seamlessly with the modern feel of the other design elements. The clean lines and chrome finish of the cabinet hardware serve to unite the vivid cherry cabinetry with the gray toned counters and backsplash. That backsplash, a custom design envisioned by the homeowner, brings both unity and contrast to the entire space. The splashes of lighter values brighten the deep red tones of the cabinets, keeping the room from feeling too dark. The use of texture and varied tonal values create a unique piece that adds dimension to the kitchen's personality and reflects the creative energy of the homeowners. The luxury of the deep cherry-red cabinets and the sleekly modern lines of the furnishings create a timeless and bold back drop for the counters, and only one stone perfectly fits that bill: granite! The black Uba Tuba granite countertops chosen by the homeowners have the visual weight and richness to pair with the Cordovan on Cherry, and the marbling of lighter and darker values echo of the custom-designed backsplash over the range, completing the new design. Taken together, the effect of the homeowners' choices create a striking, elegant, and almost decadent feel without any heavy or dark characters. The sleek lines and organic look created by the arched cabinet doors give the room a sense of grace and motion that is entirely appropriate to the homeowners' aesthetic, given their fondness for the adventure of hot-air ballooning and active life style. David Glasofer

SE Skidmore Rental

atomic * design

Renovation of an income property. Whole house remodel including kitchen, bath, bedrooms and flooring.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Portland with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and black benchtop.

KITCHEN REMODELING, GENERAL AND FLOORING

American Home Improvement Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Las Vegas Lifestyle Residence

Warwick Stone Creative

Custom made butcher block island counter in Maple and Walnut. Photo by Jim Lindstrom.
Photo of an expansive midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island and grey floor.

La cocina AP upcycled

Proyectos MAF C.A.

Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and orange benchtop.

г. Пушкин, ул. Чистякова

Александрова Светлана

Small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Schinik Residence

Dave's Remodeling Inc.

Dave's Remodeling Inc / Media Carrot Photography
Design ideas for a small midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo floors and no island.

Split Level Whole Home Reno

RIC design build

This midcentury split level needed an entire gut renovation to bring it into the current century. Keeping the design simple and modern, we updated every inch of this house, inside and out, holding true to era appropriate touches.

Kitchen Remodel Featuring Sapphire Blue Cabinetry

Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc.

This modernized kitchen remodel in Arizona features beautiful Wellborn Cabinetry in Sapphire blue on the island and lower cabinets, with Glacier on the uppers. With plenty of countertop space and oversized appliances, this kitchen is ready to entertain!

Рыбацкий Домик

Анна Герасимова

Дом эллинг, на берегу Финского залива. Место отдыха после рыбалки или путешествия на яхте. Вся мебель изготовлена из натуральных материалов, на заказ.

Décoration style 50's pour un appartement 3 pièces

Alexandre Cochet - Architecture d'Intérieur

la cuisine participe au coté rétro de l'appartement avec des meubles peint en vert et noir ainsi qu'un damier noir et blanc. un ancien buffet année 50 repeint dans la même teinte que les autres meubles. un mur de papier peint losanges multicolores.

Tudor style kitchen remodel

Artisan Design & Finishing

Jeff Scott
Mid-sized midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Kirkland - Kitchen and Living Remodel

Gallagher Construction

Photo of a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Kitchen in Brooklyn Townhouse, New York NY

Arsight

Venture into the heart of this Brooklyn Brownstone Townhouse dwelling in New York, where Arsight has conceived a kitchen that personifies luxury and craftsmanship. This bespoke culinary sanctuary radiates warmth and grace through its rich wooden elements and meticulous millwork. Acknowledge the timeless allure of crown molding and the seamless melding of natural materials throughout. The eye-catching marble backsplash lends a hint of luxury, while the stainless steel highlights and tastefully placed shelving offer a modern twist. Surrender to the charisma of an oak kitchen that balances sophistication and utility perfectly.

Pasadena

Fong Concepts Interior Design

Photo of a small midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

KITCHEN REMODELING & FLOORING

American Home Improvement Inc.

Mid-sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and recessed.

Mid-Century Kitchen

Spectrum Design Group

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

renovation appartement rue Fessart

Reflex Renovation

cuisine américaine rétro avec îlots .
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, brown benchtop and beige floor.

Split Level Whole Home Reno

RIC design build

г. Пушкин, ул. Чистякова

Александрова Светлана

Inspiration for a small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, white floor and white benchtop.

Midcentury Kitchen with Raised-panel Cabinets 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!