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Midcentury Kitchen with Red Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Pasadena Glen Residence
Pasadena Glen Residence
AAA ArchitectureAAA Architecture
Erich Ansel Koyama
This is an example of a medium sized retro galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, red splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and no island.
Kitchen with Island
Kitchen with Island
Finch Design & Production incFinch Design & Production inc
The kitchen includes a large island with seating and a prep-sink, paneled wood cabinets, and large windows open the kitchen to the view of the water and Mt Rainier.
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
Mid Century meets a Victorian Terrace
Mid Century meets a Victorian Terrace
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury kitchen/diner in London with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, purple cabinets, quartz worktops, red splashback, cement tile splashback, black appliances, terrazzo flooring, no island, grey floors and white worktops.
Klopf Architecture A Frame Los Altos Hills Remodel
Klopf Architecture A Frame Los Altos Hills Remodel
Klopf ArchitectureKlopf Architecture
Inspiration for a retro galley kitchen in San Francisco with ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and red splashback.
Grand Street Eichler Designed by Cheri Ginsberg
Grand Street Eichler Designed by Cheri Ginsberg
Gilmans Kitchens and BathsGilmans Kitchens and Baths
Photography by Treve Johnson Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Shangrila - Marin County, CA
Shangrila - Marin County, CA
BK Interior DesignBK Interior Design
A 1958 Bungalow that had been left for ruin—the perfect project for me and my husband. We updated only what was needed while revitalizing many of the home's mid-century elements. Photo By: Airyka Rockefeller
After 1 - Saint Anthony Mid Mod Kitchen
After 1 - Saint Anthony Mid Mod Kitchen
Knutson Residential Design, LLCKnutson Residential Design, LLC
Inspiration for a large retro kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, red splashback, an island and green worktops.
Mt. Baker Mid-Century
Mt. Baker Mid-Century
Sixzero6 DesignSixzero6 Design
We pulled the doorway out from the corner to allow for a wall of cabinets that would hide the bulk of the refrigerator, plus allow for the view from the front door to not stop at the hall wall. That slight change yielded better integration, traffic and light flow.
Garneau Up-Down Duplex
Garneau Up-Down Duplex
ArtHouse ResidentialArtHouse Residential
Design ideas for a medium sized retro galley kitchen/diner in Edmonton with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete worktops, red splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, brown floors and beige worktops.
Beverly Hills MicCentury Modern
Beverly Hills MicCentury Modern
Dutton Architects Inc.Dutton Architects Inc.
Dutton Architects did an extensive renovation of a post and beam mid-century modern house in the canyons of Beverly Hills. The house was brought down to the studs, with new interior and exterior finishes, windows and doors, lighting, etc. A secure exterior door allows the visitor to enter into a garden before arriving at a glass wall and door that leads inside, allowing the house to feel as if the front garden is part of the interior space. Similarly, large glass walls opening to a new rear gardena and pool emphasizes the indoor-outdoor qualities of this house. photos by Undine Prohl
Mid Century Home renovation
Mid Century Home renovation
Sophie TomarasSophie Tomaras
Split level Mid Century kitchen renovation detail
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury galley enclosed kitchen in Melbourne with red splashback and ceramic splashback.
Grand Street Eichler Designed by Cheri Ginsberg
Grand Street Eichler Designed by Cheri Ginsberg
Gilmans Kitchens and BathsGilmans Kitchens and Baths
Photography by Treve Johnson Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized retro l-shaped kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red splashback, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and white worktops.
Outremont Mid Centurty Kitchen
Outremont Mid Centurty Kitchen
Morisset DesignMorisset Design
Design ideas for a medium sized retro l-shaped open plan kitchen in Montreal with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, beige floors and white worktops.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
2Hills Renovation2Hills Renovation
Design ideas for a midcentury kitchen/diner in Vancouver with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Contemporary Holiday Home Design - Wanaka
Contemporary Holiday Home Design - Wanaka
Hassan+Smith ArchitectsHassan+Smith Architects
Retro single-wall kitchen/diner in Christchurch with light hardwood flooring, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, red splashback and stainless steel appliances.
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
Highfield House
Highfield House
Richstone Homes & RemodelingRichstone Homes & Remodeling
MBIA Remodeling Award of Excellence, 1st Place, Whole Interior $200K to $350K in this Mies Van Der Rohe early 1960's double condominium. Removed 2 inch thick solid plaster walls to create open kitchen / dining / family room plan. Suspended LED track lighting below solid concrete ceilings.
D... A... 1901
D... A... 1901
UserUser
Andre Lentier
This is an example of a large midcentury galley kitchen/diner in Marseille with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, red splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and red worktops.
Gobelins
Gobelins
Texier et SoulasTexier et Soulas
Agnès Clotis
This is an example of a small midcentury l-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, red splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, marble flooring and no island.

Midcentury Kitchen with Red 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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