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Oakland Modern
Oakland Modern
Knock Architecture and DesignKnock Architecture and Design
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, black cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island and flat-panel cabinets.
Restorative Style Kitchen Remodel
Restorative Style Kitchen Remodel
Davis Kitchen & TileDavis Kitchen & Tile

Expansive midcentury kitchen in Other with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
Mid Century Modern I Bellevue, Washington
Mid Century Modern I Bellevue, Washington
Syltebo Wight Homes & Jon Syltebo Painting CompanySyltebo Wight Homes & Jon Syltebo Painting Company
Large midcentury kitchen in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, medium wood cabinets and brown floors.
Spitzer Residence
Spitzer Residence
Linton ArchitectsLinton Architects
Lissa Gotwals
Retro galley kitchen in Raleigh with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Modern Residence IV
Modern Residence IV
UserUser
Inspiration for a midcentury l-shaped kitchen in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, marble splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Mid Century Modern Remodel
Mid Century Modern Remodel
Wood Done RightWood Done Right
Inspiration for a large retro l-shaped open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
A 1950’s Arlington Kitchen Gets A Bold New Look
A 1950’s Arlington Kitchen Gets A Bold New Look
Medford RemodelingMedford Remodeling
Small midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, brown floors and black worktops.
Highland Park Kitchen 1
Highland Park Kitchen 1
Jacob Evans Kitchen & BathJacob Evans Kitchen & Bath
Design ideas for a midcentury open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, black splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo flooring and an island.
Mid Century Rancho
Mid Century Rancho
Wise DesignWise Design
Photo of a retro u-shaped kitchen in Portland with a breakfast bar, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Business in the front, Party in the back
Business in the front, Party in the back
Rogan Nash Architects LtdRogan Nash Architects Ltd
This thoughtfully renovated 1920’s character home by Rogan Nash Architects in Auckland’s Westmere makes the most of its site. The homeowners are very social and many of their events centre around cooking and entertaining. The new spaces were created to be where friends and family could meet to chat while pasta was being cooked or to sit and have a glass of wine while dinner is prepared. The adjacent outdoor kitchen furthers this entertainers delight allowing more opportunity for social events. The space and the aesthetic directly reflect the clients love for family and cooking.
Pied à terre de 36m²
Pied à terre de 36m²
Emilie Melin architecte DPLGEmilie Melin architecte DPLG
Inspiration for a small retro single-wall open plan kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo worktops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, integrated appliances, cement flooring, no island, white floors and multicoloured worktops.
Long Dune Lane, Truro
Long Dune Lane, Truro
Hammer ArchitectsHammer Architects
Peter Vanderwarker View of Kitchen
Medium sized midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Boston with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.
Woodlawn Kitchen Remodel
Woodlawn Kitchen Remodel
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
Richly textured western walnut cabinetry, and reflective gunmetal tile make for a warm modern kitchen in a 1909 home. Oak flooring matches that of the adjacent rooms. White quartzite counters, soft light, and skylights balance the dark tones. Photos: Anna M Campbell; annamcampbell.com
Woodland Ridge
Woodland Ridge
FrankFranco Architects Inc.FrankFranco Architects Inc.
Photo of a retro kitchen in Toronto with a double-bowl sink, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors and black worktops.
Palka Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | Modern | Maize, KS
Palka Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | Modern | Maize, KS
FlooretFlooret
Warm, light, and inviting with characteristic knot vinyl floors that bring a touch of wabi-sabi to every room. This rustic maple style is ideal for Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired spaces. 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.
Jim's new Home, from Digital design to reality! Click >
Jim's new Home, from Digital design to reality! Click >
B Designs Interior'sB Designs Interior's
... and AFTER The Kitchen remodel was the last leg of it and with a bitter sweet ending as it was so hard to say good bye
Inspiration for a medium sized retro l-shaped open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, a breakfast bar, black floors and black worktops.
Contemporary ADU: An Individual Kitchen
Contemporary ADU: An Individual Kitchen
San Luis Kitchen Co.San Luis Kitchen Co.
Inspiration for a small midcentury u-shaped open plan kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, a breakfast bar, grey floors and black worktops.
Birch and Black Mid Century Inspired Minimalist Kitchen Design
Birch and Black Mid Century Inspired Minimalist Kitchen Design
Village Home StoresVillage Home Stores
Koch Cabinetry kitchen design in the minimalist slab Liberty door style and Birch Briarwood stain with Black painted accent island. Black Stainless Steel Whirlpool appliances, Mid Century Modern inspired lighting, and MSI Q Quartz counters in the Carrara Marmi design also featured. Cabinetry, countertops, appliances, lighting, and hardware by Village Home Stores for a new home built by Aspen Homes of the Quad Cities.
Theodore Wirth Ranch
Theodore Wirth Ranch
Strand DesignStrand Design
This is an example of a retro kitchen in Minneapolis with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble worktops, black splashback, integrated appliances and dark hardwood flooring.
Woodlawn Kitchen Remodel
Woodlawn Kitchen Remodel
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
Richly textured western walnut cabinetry, reflective gunmetal tile, and white quartzite counters make for a warm modern kitchen in a 1909 home. Oak flooring matches that of the adjacent rooms. Photos: Anna M Campbell; annamcampbell.com

Midcentury Kitchen with Black Splashback 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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