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Midcentury Grey and Cream Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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Cottage Kitchen Remodel - Long Beach, CA
Cottage Kitchen Remodel - Long Beach, CA
Morey Remodeling GroupMorey Remodeling Group
Medium sized midcentury grey and cream l-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Maple Glen Bathroom
Maple Glen Bathroom
J Wiley DesignsJ Wiley Designs
This is an example of a large midcentury grey and cream u-shaped kitchen/diner in Dallas with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island and white floors.
Rambler Remodel - Edina, MN
Rambler Remodel - Edina, MN
Quigley ArchitectsQuigley Architects
Photographer: Modern House Productions
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury grey and cream galley enclosed kitchen in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Mid-Century Modern Ranch
Mid-Century Modern Ranch
Susan Jay DesignSusan Jay Design
Hickory wood cabinetry, reclaimed Walnut counter and light fixtures from Spain create an aspiring chef's dream kitchen. Tom Bonner Photography
Photo of a medium sized retro grey and cream u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, yellow splashback, matchstick tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Outside (Is) the Box
Outside (Is) the Box
M.O.Daby DesignM.O.Daby Design
outside (is)the box Portland, OR type: remodel & addition status: built photography: Erin Riddle of KLiK Concepts
This is an example of a retro grey and cream galley open plan kitchen in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Mid Century Modern HOme
Mid Century Modern HOme
Mandala Interior DesignsMandala Interior Designs
This is an example of a medium sized retro grey and cream u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring and an island.
Oak Rock Road, Novato CA
Oak Rock Road, Novato CA
Jane EllisonJane Ellison
Photo of a medium sized midcentury grey and cream l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, orange floors, grey worktops and all types of ceiling.
Modern Eatery
Modern Eatery
Alchemy Construction LtdAlchemy Construction Ltd
This is an example of a retro grey and cream kitchen in Vancouver.
The Glenwood | Ryanwood Manor, Franklin, WI
The Glenwood | Ryanwood Manor, Franklin, WI
Korndoerfer HomesKorndoerfer Homes
As you step inside the Glenwood Craftsman, you are greeted with an open concept floor plan that brings the kitchen, nook, great room, and sunroom together to create gathering places to cook, dine and lounge. Interior design is focused on luxury fabrics, modern light fixtures and mixed metals, with gold hues. Light, subtle paint shades create a comfortable flow: creams, grays, khaki and gray-blue give the home a soothing mix of warm and cool. The décor is an eclectic concept, meant to match the modern family. In the great room you will find an impressive paneled wall flanking a gas fireplace with stacked stone to the ceiling. The nook leads to the gorgeous sunroom with vaulted ceiling and three full walls of windows. The designer kitchen welcomes you with an oversized quartz topped island with snack bar. Staggered maple cabinets, undercabinet lighting, tile backsplash, and quartz countertops frame the perimeter. Luxurious slate appliances, gold cabinet hardware and a stylish faucet with a gold finish add warmth and sophistication to the room. Off the kitchen, a butler’s pantry with cabinets, quartz countertop and beverage refrigerator offer additional space for entertaining. The butler’s pantry conveniently leads to the beautiful dining room with decorative wainscoting. A study, powder room, and all-encompassing family command center with laundry, closet, cabinets, built-in desk and boot bench complete the first floor. Located on the second floor, the master suite showcases an expansive bedroom with box up ceiling bordered with crown molding, walk-in tiled shower with bench and decorative niche, his-and-hers floating vanities with quartz countertops, separate commode room, tile flooring, and large custom walk-in closet. A princess suite with a full bath and two additional bedrooms connected by a jack and jill bath complete the second floor. The finished lower level offers a rec room with a gaming focus, additional bedroom, and full bathroom perfect for guests.
NuWallpaper
NuWallpaper
WallPopsWallPops
Dress walls in a fabulous Suzani print with this easy to install peel and stick wallpaper! Yellow, cream and gray make a perfect kitchen combo.
Inspiration for a retro grey and cream kitchen in Boston.
Kensal Rise House
Kensal Rise House
Zoe Willis DesignZoe Willis Design
Orange was the core colour with muted greys, concrete and wood to warm up this large space.
Large retro grey and cream open plan kitchen in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, beige splashback, terrazzo flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Modernization of Midcentury Childhood Home
Modernization of Midcentury Childhood Home
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
Photo of a medium sized retro grey and cream l-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, beige floors, white worktops and a wallpapered ceiling.
Riverside MCM Ranch Re-imagined
Riverside MCM Ranch Re-imagined
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildLiv Companies LLC Design + Build
Open plan kitchen remodel with waterfall edge island
Inspiration for a large retro grey and cream galley open plan kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Ranch Reinvented
Ranch Reinvented
RD Architecture, LLCRD Architecture, LLC
Three level island... The homeowner’s wanted a large galley style kitchen with island. It was important to the wife the island be unique and serve many purposes. Our team used Google Sketchup to produce and present concept after concept. Each revision brought us closer to what you see. The final design boasted a two sided island (yes, there is storage under the bar) 6” thick cantilevered bar ledge over a steel armature, and waterfall counter tops on both ends. On one end we had a slit fabricated to receive one side of a tempered glass counter top. The other side is supported by a stainless steel inverted U. The couple usually enjoys breakfast or coffee and the morning news at this quaint spot. Photography by Juliana Franco
The Glenwood | Ryanwood Manor, Franklin, WI
The Glenwood | Ryanwood Manor, Franklin, WI
Korndoerfer HomesKorndoerfer Homes
As you step inside the Glenwood Craftsman, you are greeted with an open concept floor plan that brings the kitchen, nook, great room, and sunroom together to create gathering places to cook, dine and lounge. Interior design is focused on luxury fabrics, modern light fixtures and mixed metals, with gold hues. Light, subtle paint shades create a comfortable flow: creams, grays, khaki and gray-blue give the home a soothing mix of warm and cool. The décor is an eclectic concept, meant to match the modern family. In the great room you will find an impressive paneled wall flanking a gas fireplace with stacked stone to the ceiling. The nook leads to the gorgeous sunroom with vaulted ceiling and three full walls of windows. The designer kitchen welcomes you with an oversized quartz topped island with snack bar. Staggered maple cabinets, undercabinet lighting, tile backsplash, and quartz countertops frame the perimeter. Luxurious slate appliances, gold cabinet hardware and a stylish faucet with a gold finish add warmth and sophistication to the room. Off the kitchen, a butler’s pantry with cabinets, quartz countertop and beverage refrigerator offer additional space for entertaining. The butler’s pantry conveniently leads to the beautiful dining room with decorative wainscoting. A study, powder room, and all-encompassing family command center with laundry, closet, cabinets, built-in desk and boot bench complete the first floor. Located on the second floor, the master suite showcases an expansive bedroom with box up ceiling bordered with crown molding, walk-in tiled shower with bench and decorative niche, his-and-hers floating vanities with quartz countertops, separate commode room, tile flooring, and large custom walk-in closet. A princess suite with a full bath and two additional bedrooms connected by a jack and jill bath complete the second floor. The finished lower level offers a rec room with a gaming focus, additional bedroom, and full bathroom perfect for guests.
Modernization of Midcentury Childhood Home
Modernization of Midcentury Childhood Home
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
Medium sized midcentury grey and cream l-shaped kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, beige floors, white worktops and a wallpapered ceiling.
Prospect Road Cooking Center
Prospect Road Cooking Center
Kitcheart LLCKitcheart LLC
This was a kitchen renovation of a mid-century modern home in Peoria, Illinois. The galley kitchen needed more storage, professional cooking appliances, and more connection with the living spaces on the main floor. Kira Kyle, owner of Kitcheart, designed and built-in custom cabinetry with a gray stain finish to highlight the grain of the hickory. Hardware from Pottery Barn in brass. Appliances form Wolf, Vent-A-Hood, and Kitchen Aid. Reed glass was added to the china cabinets. The cabinet above the Kitchen Aid mixer was outfitted with baking storage. Pull-outs and extra deep drawers made storage more accessible. New Anderson windows improved the view. Storage more than doubled without increasing the footprint, and an arched opening to the family room allowed the cook to connect with the rest of the family.
Camelback Mountain Paradise Valley
Camelback Mountain Paradise Valley
S Interior DesignS Interior Design
An aesthetic face lift was in order for this wonderful custom Mid-Century Modern style home nestled up against the iconic Camelback Mountain in Paradise Valley, Arizona. Custom upholstered seating, accent pillows, area rugs, custom window treatments and lighting were selected for the great room, entry, dining room and master bedroom. S Interior Design
Gooden Residence
Gooden Residence
aZura StoneworksaZura Stoneworks
aZürastone is an environmentally responsible, artistic marble wall cladding that is produced from over 80% reclaimed drops from the production of our other product lines and manufactured in easy to install interlocking mesh sheets. The Vanadeco Collection is a 45/45 percent blend of polished and honed pieces, and 10% decorative pieces. aZürastone is very competitively priced compared to other natural and imitation stone products. Stocked at our USA distribution center in Atlanta, Georgia. ABOUT OUR MARBLES: Crema is a classic consistent cream marble with little variation. Grigio is a stunning dense warm grey marble. Savali is a subtle light warm grey marble. Please visit http://azurastoneworks.com to view more commercial and residential installation images or to find a showroom near you. If there is not a showroom near you, please contact us at sales@azurastoneworks.com
Kensal Rise House
Kensal Rise House
Zoe Willis DesignZoe Willis Design
Orange was the core colour with muted greys, concrete and wood to warm up this large space. While the 70s was core to the style, sleek industrialism was woven in with crittall doors and concrete worktops.

Midcentury Grey and Cream Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful midcentury kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of midcentury kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of retro photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of midcentury kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own retro kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your midcentury kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small midcentury kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some retro kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What midcentury kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your retro kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small midcentury spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and retro kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and 1950s style accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of midcentury kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your retro kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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