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Bold Colors
Bold Colors
R Jones Designs, Inc.R Jones Designs, Inc.
Medium sized retro single-wall enclosed kitchen in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, metallic splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and exposed beams.
Mid-Century Modern Condo in Historic Capitol Hill
Mid-Century Modern Condo in Historic Capitol Hill
Finesse Design RemodelingFinesse Design Remodeling
A two-bed, two-bath condo located in the Historic Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC was reimagined with the clean lined sensibilities and celebration of beautiful materials found in Mid-Century Modern designs. A soothing gray-green color palette sets the backdrop for cherry cabinetry and white oak floors. Specialty lighting, handmade tile, and a slate clad corner fireplace further elevate the space. A new Trex deck with cable railing system connects the home to the outdoors.
KITCHEN REMODELING & FLOORING
KITCHEN REMODELING & FLOORING
American Home Improvement Inc.American Home Improvement Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a built-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors, multicoloured worktops and a drop ceiling.
Mid Century Residence
Mid Century Residence
KP Hudson Construction Inc.KP Hudson Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a large midcentury single-wall kitchen/diner in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, integrated appliances, terrazzo flooring, a breakfast bar, white floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Fairfax, VA Mid-Century Modern Remodel
Fairfax, VA Mid-Century Modern Remodel
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
FineCraft Contractors, Inc. Gardner Architects, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Vestavia Lake Whole Home
Vestavia Lake Whole Home
Highland Design+BuildHighland Design+Build
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Birmingham with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and exposed beams.
Mid Century Modern Kitchen
Mid Century Modern Kitchen
Kristy Kropat Design GmbHKristy Kropat Design GmbH
Gail Ownes
Inspiration for a retro galley kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, white appliances, medium hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, brown floors, black worktops and exposed beams.
Petrie
Petrie
KITCHEN CREATIONS LTDKITCHEN CREATIONS LTD
Design ideas for a medium sized retro l-shaped kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Sunrise House
Sunrise House
Traction ArchitectureTraction Architecture
We reoriented the kitchen to create a line of sight that stretches from the bayou, through the home, and to the pool area.
This is an example of a large midcentury single-wall kitchen/diner in Tampa with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo flooring, an island, grey worktops and exposed beams.
Poplar - Modern MCM
Poplar - Modern MCM
Melinamade - Residential Design + InteriorsMelinamade - Residential Design + Interiors
The kitchen that opens to a small family and dining room in a Mid Century modern home built by a student of Eichler. This Eichler inspired home was completely renovated and restored to meet current structural, electrical, and energy efficiency codes as it was in serious disrepair when purchased as well as numerous and various design elements being inconsistent with the original architectural intent of the house from subsequent remodels.
Soho Craftsman | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX
Soho Craftsman | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | TX
FlooretFlooret
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.
Mid Century Remodel
Mid Century Remodel
Creative Spaces by KBCreative Spaces by KB
Medium sized retro galley kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, terracotta flooring, an island, orange floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Bennington Forever Home
Bennington Forever Home
Labra Design BuildLabra Design Build
We helped this client search for the right property that we could turn into their forever home. The challenge was to bring the best features out of this home that had been remodeled by a previous home flipper who lacked some vision with certain spaces. We opened up some walls, moved some doorways, and rearranged the kitchen to transform this space into a family environment that will be enjoyed for years to come.
Favorite Homes
Favorite Homes
Jessica Koltun HomeJessica Koltun Home
Experience the latest renovation by TK Homes with captivating Mid Century contemporary design by Jessica Koltun Home. Offering a rare opportunity in the Preston Hollow neighborhood, this single story ranch home situated on a prime lot has been superbly rebuilt to new construction specifications for an unparalleled showcase of quality and style. The mid century inspired color palette of textured whites and contrasting blacks flow throughout the wide-open floor plan features a formal dining, dedicated study, and Kitchen Aid Appliance Chef's kitchen with 36in gas range, and double island. Retire to your owner's suite with vaulted ceilings, an oversized shower completely tiled in Carrara marble, and direct access to your private courtyard. Three private outdoor areas offer endless opportunities for entertaining. Designer amenities include white oak millwork, tongue and groove shiplap, marble countertops and tile, and a high end lighting, plumbing, & hardware.
Contemporary Residence & Pool House
Contemporary Residence & Pool House
Marc Newman ArchitectMarc Newman Architect
Picture of new kitchen with wood slat ceiling and concrete floors.
Photo of a midcentury galley kitchen/diner in San Francisco with concrete flooring, an island, exposed beams, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, grey floors and white worktops.
Mid-Century Modern Envy in Oakland
Mid-Century Modern Envy in Oakland
Lauren's InteriorsLauren's Interiors
This is an example of a retro galley kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, grey floors, white worktops and a wood ceiling.
Salt Lake Mid Mod
Salt Lake Mid Mod
cityhomeCOLLECTIVEcityhomeCOLLECTIVE
Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE
Forest Hills Mid-Century Remodel
Forest Hills Mid-Century Remodel
The Kingston Group - Remodeling SpecialistsThe Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists
Photo of a large midcentury l-shaped kitchen/diner in Nashville with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
West Roy Condo
West Roy Condo
SkB ArchitectsSkB Architects
Originally built in 1955, this modest penthouse apartment typified the small, separated living spaces of its era. The design challenge was how to create a home that reflected contemporary taste and the client’s desire for an environment rich in materials and textures. The keys to updating the space were threefold: break down the existing divisions between rooms; emphasize the connection to the adjoining 850-square-foot terrace; and establish an overarching visual harmony for the home through the use of simple, elegant materials. The renovation preserves and enhances the home’s mid-century roots while bringing the design into the 21st century—appropriate given the apartment’s location just a few blocks from the fairgrounds of the 1962 World’s Fair.
Mandeville Canyon Mid-Century Treehouse
Mandeville Canyon Mid-Century Treehouse
Emily Pertzborn InteriorsEmily Pertzborn Interiors
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, terrazzo worktops, yellow splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, a breakfast bar, yellow worktops and exposed beams.

Midcentury Kitchen with All Types of Ceiling 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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