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Midcentury Grey and White Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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г. Пушкин, ул. Чистякова
г. Пушкин, ул. Чистякова
Александрова СветланаАлександрова Светлана
Inspiration for a small midcentury grey and white u-shaped open plan kitchen in Saint Petersburg with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, no island, white floors, white worktops and all types of ceiling.
Houzz Tour: Revitalizing a Midcentury Home in Palm Springs
Houzz Tour: Revitalizing a Midcentury Home in Palm Springs
H3K DesignH3K Design
Photo by Patrick Ketchum
This is an example of a retro grey and white kitchen in Other.
Impressing design of Kitchen-living room
Impressing design of Kitchen-living room
Yantram Animation StudioYantram Animation Studio
Interior Kitchen-Living room with Beautiful Balcony View above the sink that provide natural light. Living room with black sofa, lamp, freestand table & TV. The darkly stained chairs add contrast to the Contemporary kitchen-living room, and breakfast table in kitchen with typically designed drawers, best interior, wall painting,grey furniture, pendent, window strip curtains looks nice.
kitchen overall
kitchen overall
Klopf ArchitectureKlopf Architecture
Photo ©2012 Mariko Reed
Inspiration for a midcentury grey and white u-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, engineered stone countertops and grey floors.
PROYECTO URGELL
PROYECTO URGELL
Brákara StudioBrákara Studio
Photo of a small retro grey and white l-shaped open plan kitchen in Barcelona with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island and white worktops.
Rosenwald House
Rosenwald House
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
This remodel of a mid century gem is located in the town of Lincoln, MA a hot bed of modernist homes inspired by Gropius’ own house built nearby in the 1940’s. By the time the house was built, modernism had evolved from the Gropius era, to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed painted wood beams and deep overhangs. The design rejects the traditional New England house with its enclosing wall and inward posture. The low pitched roofs, open floor plan, and large windows openings connect the house to nature to make the most of its rural setting. Photo by: Nat Rea Photography
Hills Kitchen Remodel
Hills Kitchen Remodel
Square Inch DesignSquare Inch Design
Photography: Viktor Ramos
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury grey and white galley enclosed kitchen in Cincinnati with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Midcentury Kitchen
Midcentury Kitchen
Inspiration for a retro grey and white u-shaped kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
La cocina AP upcycled
La cocina AP upcycled
Proyectos MAF C.A.Proyectos MAF C.A.
Photo of a large retro grey and white u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, grey floors and orange worktops.
Prospect Road Kitchen Restoration in a Mid-Century Home
Prospect Road Kitchen Restoration in a Mid-Century Home
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.
St George, Bristol
St George, Bristol
Khaya StudioKhaya Studio
Design ideas for a small midcentury grey and white galley enclosed kitchen in Cardiff with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, grey floors, white worktops and a drop ceiling.
Bungalow Kitchen
Bungalow Kitchen
Visual Jill Inc.Visual Jill Inc.
Photo by Peter Lyons
Design ideas for a midcentury grey and white l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Nischen für Kühlgerät und Coffeepoint. Rückseitig Ankleide
Nischen für Kühlgerät und Coffeepoint. Rückseitig Ankleide
Raumkleid | Anke PreywischRaumkleid | Anke Preywisch
Nischen für Kühlgerät und Coffeepoint. Rückseitig befindet sich der Zugang zur Ankleide.
Small midcentury grey and white kitchen/diner in Cologne with a built-in sink, all styles of cabinet, white cabinets, all types of splashback, black appliances, all types of island and grey worktops.
Mid-Century Midwestern Ranch
Mid-Century Midwestern Ranch
Hydrangea Hill Design Co.Hydrangea Hill Design Co.
Midcentury modern kitchen updated with white quartz countertops, charcoal cabinets, stainless steel appliances, stone look flooring and copper accents
Kitchen
Kitchen
ADU MastersADU Masters
Inspiration for an expansive retro grey and white l-shaped kitchen/diner in San Diego with white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, beige floors, white worktops, a vaulted ceiling, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets and vinyl flooring.
Proyecto Ventas
Proyecto Ventas
PL al Cuadrado Interiorismo - Patricia LópezPL al Cuadrado Interiorismo - Patricia López
Cocina pequeña pero funcional. en la reforma se movieron dos tabiques para conseguir dos áreas de trabajo en paralelo. En la pared se utilizó azulejo de metro en color gris mate y en el suelo baldosa tipo hidráulico para darle un aire retro.
#kitchenmidmod
#kitchenmidmod
Homestead KitchensHomestead Kitchens
Beautiful mid-century modern home with expansive windows looking out to pool and lovely landscaping. Main materials are neutral white and and gray with lots of fun colors on accent pieces in the renovated kitchen for a young family.
La cocina AP upcycled
La cocina AP upcycled
Proyectos MAF C.A.Proyectos MAF C.A.
This is an example of a large midcentury grey and white u-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, no island, grey floors and orange worktops.
Prospect Road Single Bowl Sink
Prospect Road Single Bowl Sink
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.
Wordsworth Avenue, Penarth
Wordsworth Avenue, Penarth
Glorious SpacesGlorious Spaces
Effortless style in the form of a 1909 inline kitchen, matt finish and quartz worktop
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury grey and white l-shaped kitchen/diner in Cardiff with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl flooring, an island, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, a wallpapered ceiling and feature lighting.

Midcentury Grey and White 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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