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Midcentury Kitchen with Glass-front Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Complete Remodeling Los Angeles
Complete Remodeling Los Angeles
American Home Improvement Inc.American Home Improvement Inc.
Photo of a medium sized retro l-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.
Queencliff Residence
Queencliff Residence
IOANNA LENNOX INTERIORSIOANNA LENNOX INTERIORS
Susan Papazian Photography
Medium sized midcentury galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, limestone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Midcentury Modern Kitchen Backsplash
Midcentury Modern Kitchen Backsplash
Motawi TileworksMotawi Tileworks
Midcentury modern kitchen backsplash featuring a Motawi Mosaic Blend and field tile in Rothwell Grey
Design ideas for a large retro single-wall kitchen/diner in Detroit with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Palm Springs Midcentury Kitchen
Palm Springs Midcentury Kitchen
LIVDEN DesignsLIVDEN Designs
The LUNA tile is featured in this Palm Springs home renovation designed by Michael Walters Style. The LUNA is produced on our 12x12 recycled Crystallized Terrazzo and is shown in the Medallion colorway.
Mid-Century Masterpiece
Mid-Century Masterpiece
MAC Renovations LTD.MAC Renovations LTD.
This is an example of a midcentury u-shaped kitchen/diner in Vancouver with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Loop Interior Design Inc.Loop Interior Design Inc.
Suzannelizabeth Photography
Medium sized retro l-shaped kitchen pantry in Calgary with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Trade Winds San Juan Res
Trade Winds San Juan Res
Northman Marble & GraniteNorthman Marble & Granite
Trade Winds / San Juan Res 3cm Calacatta Vicenza with a square edge / waterfall panels
Inspiration for a large midcentury l-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Mid-century modern apartment
Mid-century modern apartment
TAAT Design StudioTAAT Design Studio
Mid-century modern kitchen with oak finish base cabinetry and glass/black metal upper cabinetry. Designed by TAAt Design Studio. Contact information: https://taat-design.com | info@taat-design.com
61st Pl
61st Pl
UserUser
Mike Small Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized retro open plan kitchen in Phoenix with a built-in sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, metallic splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, travertine flooring and an island.
m.a.p. interiors
m.a.p. interiors
SYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORSSYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORS
Newly designed kitchen in remodeled open space Ranch House: custom designed cabinetry in two different finishes, Caesar stone countertop with Motivo Lace inlay, stainless steel appliances and farmhouse sink, polished concrete floor, hand fabricated glass backsplash tiles and big island with Nelson lamp and Bertoia counter stools. Sky lights have been added for more light.
une mini cuisine qui a tout d'une grande!
une mini cuisine qui a tout d'une grande!
IDEA StudioIDEA Studio
Une organisation millimétrée IDEA-STUDIO
Photo of a small retro l-shaped enclosed kitchen in Paris with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, green splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, terracotta flooring, no island and red floors.
Before and After: Transforming a Ranch-Style Block Home in Central Phoenix
Before and After: Transforming a Ranch-Style Block Home in Central Phoenix
Mosaic Collective, LLC.Mosaic Collective, LLC.
Holly Baumann Photography
Inspiration for a small retro l-shaped kitchen/diner in Phoenix with a built-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white appliances, porcelain flooring and no island.
New Kitchen
New Kitchen
McManus Kitchen and BathMcManus Kitchen and Bath
This is an example of a midcentury kitchen in Other with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, an island and multicoloured worktops.
Ranch House - Lake Barcroft, VA
Ranch House - Lake Barcroft, VA
Old Dominion RenovatorsOld Dominion Renovators
Design ideas for a large midcentury kitchen/diner in DC Metro with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Ranch House - Lake Barcroft, VA
Ranch House - Lake Barcroft, VA
Old Dominion RenovatorsOld Dominion Renovators
Large retro kitchen/diner in DC Metro with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Queencliff Residence
Queencliff Residence
IOANNA LENNOX INTERIORSIOANNA LENNOX INTERIORS
Susan Papazian Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, limestone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Modern Kitchen
Modern Kitchen
Loop Interior Design Inc.Loop Interior Design Inc.
Suzannelizabeth Photography
Medium sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen pantry in Calgary with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring and an island.
Songbird House in Chico, CA
Songbird House in Chico, CA
Lori K Design StudioLori K Design Studio
Ron Putnam
Inspiration for a large midcentury open plan kitchen in Sacramento with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.
The Bold Concrete Countertop
The Bold Concrete Countertop
All Star ConcreteAll Star Concrete
Brown Concrete Countertop
Design ideas for a midcentury kitchen/diner in Denver with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, brown splashback, glass tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Lenox Road
Lenox Road
Studio 7 Design GroupStudio 7 Design Group
Chris Little Photography
Inspiration for a large midcentury single-wall kitchen/diner in Atlanta with a built-in sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.

Midcentury Kitchen with Glass-front Cabinets 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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