Custom built-in bar cabinet with fir counter and wall cabinet. Custom art glass inserts.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Portland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wood benchtops.

Mid-century Modern Kitchen

Christine Nelson Design

Ehlen Creative Communications
Design ideas for a small midcentury u-shaped separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

Cuisine ouverte

La Méridienne

Une cuisine aux allures rétro mêlant des carreaux de ciment et du zellige. Sa couleur bleue mat contraste avec la faïence murale tout en hauteur.
Design ideas for a large midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles, blue floor and brown benchtop.

Silvertop

Jamie Bush & Co.

This is an example of a midcentury kitchen in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brick splashback, brown benchtop and wood.

Kensington Addition

AXIS ARCHITECTS

Small midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

Cedar Park Remodel

Mohler + Ghillino Architects

View of kitchen island with reclaimed walnut countertop on alder base. Continuous uplights light ceiling. Andrew Pogue Photography.
Mid-sized midcentury kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and black cabinets.

Retrokök på Raketgatan

Himlekök

Photo of a small midcentury single-wall kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Vintage Vibe Kitchen

Monarch Kitchen Design Studio

This kitchen is large and it was tricky to try to make it flow without large gaps. The entrance into the room was a pinch point so we removed the pantry cabinets to put the island in its place. The new space has a much better flow and has a ton of really good work space.

Mid-Century Modern in Lakewood

Wilco Bos: Design + Remodels

Wilco Bos, LLC.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Denver with green splashback, stainless steel appliances, a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, glass sheet splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Brier

The Here Company

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Renovartion complete d'un F1 avec vue sur le centre d'Antibes

44m² / Colpo et Fils

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped eat-in kitchen in Nice with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Sunset Terrace

John Cote

Small midcentury galley kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Marsh Lane

LoneStar Design Build

Sonja Quintero
This is an example of a large midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and beige floor.

Projekt H

Schreinerei Leydorf GmbH & Co. KG

Large midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Dusseldorf with glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets and wood benchtops.

Cuisine ouverte

Cécile Humbert - Design d'intérieur

This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, panelled appliances, cement tiles and multi-coloured floor.

Baker Vintage Kitchen Remodel

TVL Creative Ltd.

Our wonderful Baker clients were ready to remodel the kitchen in their c.1900 home shortly after moving in. They were looking to undo the 90s remodel that existed, and make the kitchen feel like it belonged in their historic home. We were able to design a balance that incorporated the vintage charm of their home and the modern pops that really give the kitchen its personality. We started by removing the mirrored wall that had separated their kitchen from the breakfast area. This allowed us the opportunity to open up their space dramatically and create a cohesive design that brings the two rooms together. To further our goal of making their kitchen appear more open we removed the wall cabinets along their exterior wall and replaced them with open shelves. We then incorporated a pantry cabinet into their refrigerator wall to balance out their storage needs. This new layout also provided us with the space to include a peninsula with counter seating so that guests can keep the cook company. We struck a fun balance of materials starting with the black & white hexagon tile on the floor to give us a pop of pattern. We then layered on simple grey shaker cabinets and used a butcher block counter top to add warmth to their kitchen. We kept the backsplash clean by utilizing an elongated white subway tile, and painted the walls a rich blue to add a touch of sophistication to the space.

Soho Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | ID

Flooret

A classic select grade natural oak. Timeless and versatile. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

Glen Ellen Residence

Knock Architecture and Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, with island, grey floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Esprit Vintage

AD Architecture Intérieure

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury separate kitchen in Paris with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, timber splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rénovation totale d'une cuisine

YNDOR Décoration d'Intérieur

Démolition d'une cloison permettant une circulation plus fluide et une optimisation de l'espace sans compter sur l'apport de lumière. Les plafonds ont été refaits avec ajout d'un IPN à la fois utile et esthétique ! Le sol c'est le petit coup de coeur de mes clients ! Un carrelage imitation tommettes pour parfaire le style rétro/vintage. Une grande baie à galandage pour profiter pleinement de la vue sur les extérieurs et prendre vos repas comme si vous ne faisiez qu'un avec la nature !!

Midcentury Kitchen with Wood Benchtops 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!