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Фотограф Кристина НикишинаАвтор проекта дизайнер, член АДДИ Ольга Амлинская
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This is an example of a retro kitchen/dining room in Moscow with brown floors and medium hardwood flooring.
This is an example of a retro kitchen/dining room in Moscow with brown floors and medium hardwood flooring.
Design MilieuStacy Zarin Goldberg
Large retro open plan dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a metal fireplace surround, a ribbon fireplace and brown floors.
Large retro open plan dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a metal fireplace surround, a ribbon fireplace and brown floors.
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
LEIVARSDesign ideas for a medium sized midcentury enclosed dining room in London with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and feature lighting.
TKS Design GroupDownload our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW
As with most projects, it all started with the kitchen layout. The home owners came to us wanting to upgrade their kitchen and overall aesthetic in their suburban home, with a combination of fresh paint, updated finishes, and improved flow for more ease when doing everyday activities.
A monochromatic, earth-toned palette left the kitchen feeling uninspired. It lacked the brightness they wanted from their space. An eat-in table underutilized the available square footage. The butler’s pantry was out of the way and hard to access, and the dining room felt detached from the kitchen.
Lead Designer, Stephanie Cole, saw an improved layout for the spaces that were no longer working for this family. By eliminating an existing wall between the kitchen and dining room, and relocating the bar area to the dining room, we opened up the kitchen, providing all the space we needed to create a dreamy and functional layout. A new perimeter configuration promoted circulation while also making space for a large and functional island loaded with seating – a must for any family. Because an island that isn’t big enough for everyone (and a few more) is a recipe for disaster. The light white cabinetry is fresh and contrasts with the deeper tones in the wood flooring, creating a modern aesthetic that is elevated, yet approachable for everyday living.
With better flow as the overarching goal, we made some structural changes too. To remove a bottleneck in the entryway, we angled one of the dining room walls to create more natural separation between rooms and facilitate ease of movement throughout the large space.
At The Kitchen Studio, we believe a well-designed kitchen uses every square inch to the fullest. By starting from scratch, it was possible to rethink the entire kitchen layout and design the space according to how it is used, because the kitchen shouldn’t make it harder to feed the family. A new location for the existing range, flanked by a new column refrigerator and freezer on each side, worked to anchor the space. The very large and very spacious island (a dream island if we do say so ourselves) now houses the primary sink and provides ample space for food prep and family gathering.
The new kitchen table and coordinating banquette seating provide a cozy nook for quick breakfasts before school or work, and evening homework sessions. Elegant gold details catch the natural light, elevating the aesthetic.
The dining room was transformed into one of this client’s favorite spaces and we couldn’t agree more. We saw an opportunity to give the dining room a more distinguished identity by closing off the entrance from the foyer. The relocated wet bar enhances the sophisticated vibe of this gathering space, complete with beautiful antique mirror tiles and open shelving encased by moody built-in cabinets.
Updated furnishings add warmth. A rich walnut table is paired with custom chairs in a muted coral fabric. The large, transitional chandelier grounds the room, pairing beautifully with the gold finishes prevalent in the faucet and cabinet hardware. Linen-inspired wallpaper and cream-toned window treatments add to the glamorous feel of this entertainment space.
There is no way around it. The laundry room was cramped. The large washer and dryer blocked access to the sink and left little room for the space to serve its other essential function – as a mudroom. Because we reworked the kitchen layout to create more space overall, we could rethink the mudroom too – an essential for any busy family. The first step was moving the washer and dryer to an existing area on the second floor, where most of the family’s laundry lives (no one wants to carry laundry up and down the stairs if they don’t have to anyway). This is a more functional solution and opened up the space for all the mudroom necessities – including the existing kitchen refrigerator, loads of built-in cubbies, and a bench.
It’s hard to not fall in love with every detail of a new space, especially when it serves your day-to-day life. But that doesn’t mean the clients didn’t have their favorite features they use on the daily. This remodel was focused largely on function with a new kitchen layout. And it’s the functional features that have the biggest impact. The large island provides much needed workspace in the kitchen and is a spot where everyone gathers together – it grounds the space and the family. And the custom counter stools are the icing on the cake. The nearby mudroom has everything their previous space was lacking – ample storage, space for everyone’s essentials, and the beloved cement floor tiles that are both durable and artistic.
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildView of the vaulted dining room with blue accent wall
Large midcentury open plan dining room in Chicago with medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and blue walls.
Large midcentury open plan dining room in Chicago with medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and blue walls.
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingDining room has a brown vinyl flooring accented by gray tone walls and a mid-century modern dining room set. Blue accents help tile in the kitchen cabinets as well as the living room couch. The yellow rug and gold light fixtures help add an element of a modern touch.
Lewis / Schoeplein architectsMarisa Vitale Photography
Photo of a retro open plan dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Photo of a retro open plan dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
STUDIOrobert jamiesonStudio Robert Jamieson
Medium sized midcentury dining room in Philadelphia with white walls, cork flooring and brown floors.
Medium sized midcentury dining room in Philadelphia with white walls, cork flooring and brown floors.
Lucy Harris StudioNotable decor elements include: Organic Modernism Lucia B table, Lambert et Fils Beaubien pendant, M2L Beso Dining chairs Photography: Francesco Bertocci
Natalie MyersMarisa Vitale
Inspiration for a midcentury dining room in Los Angeles with medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.
Inspiration for a midcentury dining room in Los Angeles with medium hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a tiled fireplace surround and brown floors.
Hammer ArchitectsPeter Vanderwarker
Inspiration for a medium sized retro open plan dining room in Boston with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floors.
Inspiration for a medium sized retro open plan dining room in Boston with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a two-sided fireplace, a concrete fireplace surround and brown floors.
KrimsonHAUSOne of the primary challenges our client faced was the sense of disconnect between the play area and the main living spaces. They wanted a home where they could keep an eye on their kids while going about daily activities. To address this, we ingeniously designed the space to be highly functional, ensuring the kid's play area became central to the kitchen, dining, and living spaces.
DesignFix LLCThis San Francisco home had beautifully restored interior details, including curved window walls, wood wainscoting, and an arched fireplace. We furnished it with a blend of modern and traditional pieces to express the minimal and laid-back feel desired by our clients.
TVL Creative Ltd.When a client tells us they’re a mid-century collector and long for a kitchen design unlike any other we are only too happy to oblige. This kitchen is saturated in mid-century charm and its custom features make it difficult to pin-point our favorite aspect!
Cabinetry
We had the pleasure of partnering with one of our favorite Denver cabinet shops to make our walnut dreams come true! We were able to include a multitude of custom features in this kitchen including frosted glass doors in the island, open cubbies, a hidden cutting board, and great interior cabinet storage. But what really catapults these kitchen cabinets to the next level is the eye-popping angled wall cabinets with sliding doors, a true throwback to the magic of the mid-century kitchen. Streamline brushed brass cabinetry pulls provided the perfect lux accent against the handsome walnut finish of the slab cabinetry doors.
Tile
Amidst all the warm clean lines of this mid-century kitchen we wanted to add a splash of color and pattern, and a funky backsplash tile did the trick! We utilized a handmade yellow picket tile with a high variation to give us a bit of depth; and incorporated randomly placed white accent tiles for added interest and to compliment the white sliding doors of the angled cabinets, helping to bring all the materials together.
Counter
We utilized a quartz along the counter tops that merged lighter tones with the warm tones of the cabinetry. The custom integrated drain board (in a starburst pattern of course) means they won’t have to clutter their island with a large drying rack. As an added bonus, the cooktop is recessed into the counter, to create an installation flush with the counter surface.
Stair Rail
Not wanting to miss an opportunity to add a touch of geometric fun to this home, we designed a custom steel handrail. The zig-zag design plays well with the angles of the picket tiles and the black finish ties in beautifully with the black metal accents in the kitchen.
Lighting
We removed the original florescent light box from this kitchen and replaced it with clean recessed lights with accents of recessed undercabinet lighting and a terrifically vintage fixture over the island that pulls together the black and brushed brass metal finishes throughout the space.
This kitchen has transformed into a strikingly unique space creating the perfect home for our client’s mid-century treasures.
UserPhoto of a midcentury open plan dining room in Portland with dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
CAB ArchitectsThis dining room is located beside the entrance to this rowhouse, and is screened by a mid-century modern shelving unit. The dining room is furnished with an expandable teak dining table and a 1960s Danish brass pendant light. The tilt and turn window swings inwards to establish an indoor-outdoor connection.
Cathie Hong InteriorsWhat started as a kitchen and two-bathroom remodel evolved into a full home renovation plus conversion of the downstairs unfinished basement into a permitted first story addition, complete with family room, guest suite, mudroom, and a new front entrance. We married the midcentury modern architecture with vintage, eclectic details and thoughtful materials.
Midcity Design GroupBold, color-filled dining room
buffer, upholstered dining chairs
BLue walls
Oversized art prints
Photo of a medium sized retro kitchen/dining room in Houston with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Photo of a medium sized retro kitchen/dining room in Houston with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Shane Marsh ArchitectsThis is an example of a medium sized midcentury open plan dining room in Brisbane with white walls, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and a drop ceiling.
Midcentury Dining Room with Brown Floors Ideas and Designs
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