Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Designology Studio LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Main Floor Renovation - Marietta

Innovative Design Build

Five stars isn’t enough! Our project was to reconfigure and update the main floor of a house we recently purchased that was built in 1961. We wanted to maintain some of the unique feeling it originally had but bring it up-to-date and eliminate the closed-in rooms and downright weird layout that was the result of multiple, partial remodeling projects. We began with a long wishlist of changes which also required replacement of very antiquated plumbing, electrical wiring and HVAC. We even found a fireplace that had been walled in and needed major re-construction. Many other aspects and details on this incredible list we made included an all new kitchen layout, converting a bedroom into a master closet, adding new half-bath, completely rebuilding the master bath, and adding stone, tile and custom built cabinetry. Our design plans included many fixtures and details that we specified and required professional installation and careful handling. Innovative helped us make reasonable decisions. Their skilled staff took us through a design process that made sense. There were many questions and all were answered with sincere conversation and positive – innovation – on how we could achieve our goals. Innovative provided us with professional consultants, who listened and were courteous and creative, with solid knowledge and informative judgement. When they didn’t have an answer, they did the research. They developed a comprehensive project plan that exceeded our expectations. Every item on our long list was checked-off. All agreed on work was fulfilled and they completed all this in just under four months. Innovative took care of putting together a team of skilled professional specialists who were all dedicated to make everything right. Engineering, construction, supervision, and I cannot even begin to describe how much thanks we have for the demolition crew! Our multiple, detailed project designs from Raul and professional design advice from Mindy and the connections she recommended are all of the best quality. Diego Jr., Trevor and his team kept everything on track and neat and tidy every single day and Diego Sr., Mark, Ismael, Albert, Santiago and team are true craftsmen who follow-up and make the most minuscule woodworking details perfect. The cabinets by Tim and electrical work and installation of fixtures by Kemchan Harrilal-BB and Navindra Doolratram, and Augustine and his crew on tile and stone work – all perfection. Aisling and the office crew were always responsive to our calls and requests. And of course Clark and Eric who oversaw everything and gave us the best of the best! Apologies if we didn’t get everyone on this list – you’re all great! Thank you for your hard work and dedication. We can’t thank you enough Innovative Construction – we kind of want to do it again! Dave Hallman & Matt DeGraffenreid

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Grosenbacher Custom Homes

Hill Country Real Estate Photography
Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Deux pièces à Levallois-Perret

Scènes en Couleurs

Anne-Emmanuel Thion
Small midcentury open plan kitchen in Paris with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, medium hardwood floors and beige floor.

Wayland Deck House

Hammond Design

Photo: Kyle Caldwell
Inspiration for a large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Mid Century Revitalization

Crush Collective

Spacecrafting Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Art-Infused Kitchen

Kole Made Design/Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor, granite benchtops and black benchtop.

Mid Century Re-Modern

HMH Architecture + Interiors

Without increasing the size of the kitchen, we reworked the space to create a family friendly design. This was accomplished by moving the range to the island, adding counter seating and increasing storage with full height cabinetry. Natural lighting in the kitchen was improved by adding low counter height windows. © Andrew Pogue Photo

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - The primary organizational element of the interior is the kitchen. Embedded within the simple post and beam structure, the kitchen was conceived as a programmatic block from which we would carve in order to contribute to both sense of function and organization. photo: scott hargis

Palo Alto Eichler Major Remodel

Flegel's Construction Co., Inc.

The original kitchen was reconfigured allowing for a large dining area, suitable for children's projects as well. Custom cabinets were installed. Features include a breakfast counter, sprayed conversion lacquer coating and Caesar Stone counter tops with a waterfall edge. All new trims, baseboards, doors, modern lighting and heated, du chateau floors were installed. Bruce Damonte Photography

Tilden House

Lewis / Schoeplein architects

Remodel and addition to classic California bungalow.
This is an example of a midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Orange Park Acres Ecclectic Kitchen

Le Gourmet Kitchen Ltd.

Taupes and Grays are the colors incorporated in this design. The original kitchen was a good size but did not have the functionality of the new kitchen. It was dated and a large number of appliances did not functon as intended. The designer opened up the kitchen with mirrors and relocation of the island.

LIBRARY-LOWER LEVEL LIVING

Princeton Design Collaborative

This is an example of a small midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors, no island, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

A Splash of Yellow

Next Stage Design + Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and timber.

Crescent Estate

L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.

Ornare kitchen and Breakfast room
Photo of a large midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

Redondo Beach Refined

Black Lacquer Design

Midcentury open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Stacked Loch Ness Tile Kitchen

Fireclay Tile

Make your dream Mid-Century Modern kitchen come to life. From classic favorites to eye-catching statements, our handmade kitchen tile offers 130+ colors and 40+ shapes to choose from. DESIGN Soko Interior Design PHOTOS Madeline Tolle TILE SHOWN Tempest in 2x8

Modern Ranch

BAKER POSEY DESIGN

Efficient Kitchen in a mid century rancher
Inspiration for a small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, grey floor, grey benchtop and a peninsula.

Framingham Deck Home Kitchen

The Corner Cabinet

Frank and Carolyn were looking to remodel their deck house kitchen in their little slice of heaven in Framingham. Carolyn wanted to freshen up the area with lighter cabinets, flooring, and paint. She loves nature and their home is situated on a beautifully, private, wooded lot. The kitchen which runs almost the entire back of the home overlooks the treetops. Carolyn envisioned a kitchen that blended with her deck home and looked like it belonged in her natural setting. The cabinets are KraftMaid Vantage Lyndale Evercore in Dove White paint and the counters Caesarstone Coastal Grey. Her view of nature from the kitchen windows is amazing and the kitchen is bright and in harmony with nature. Design Credit: Rosanne LaCava Photo Credit: Nicola Richard

Midcentury Kitchen with White 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!