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Midcentury Kitchen with Shaker Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Residential Design and BuildResidential Design and Build
Inspiration for a medium sized retro u-shaped enclosed kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, glass tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Davidson Ranch
Davidson Ranch
Artisan Custom HomesArtisan Custom Homes
Jim Schmid
Design ideas for a medium sized retro u-shaped kitchen pantry in Charlotte with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, no island and brown floors.
Kitchen Remodels
Kitchen Remodels
Build 4U Construction & DesignBuild 4U Construction & Design
Photo of a medium sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen/diner in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
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.
Mid-Century Modern Pied-A-Terre
Mid-Century Modern Pied-A-Terre
Julie Schuster Design StudioJulie Schuster Design Studio
With our changes, now the cabinetry and granite backsplash balance with the scheme and show to advantage.
Design ideas for a small midcentury single-wall open plan kitchen in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
1500 South Charles St.
1500 South Charles St.
DomusDomus
Photo of a medium sized retro u-shaped open plan kitchen in Baltimore with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and a breakfast bar.
Mid Century Modern HOme
Mid Century Modern HOme
Mandala Interior DesignsMandala Interior Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury u-shaped kitchen/diner in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, limestone flooring and an island.
Bee Caves RemodelHome Remodel | Complete Home Renovation - Bee Caves
Bee Caves RemodelHome Remodel | Complete Home Renovation - Bee Caves
Milestone RemodelsMilestone Remodels
Beautiful new kitchen in the Austin area. This client hired us to remodel their home to sale. We completed the work in less than 30 days and the client was under contract during their first week on the market.
Lori & Jim's Mid Century Modern Whole House Renovation
Lori & Jim's Mid Century Modern Whole House Renovation
Americraft, IncAmericraft, Inc
Our Feature Project of 2018-- We redid the entire house from top to bottom, interior and exterior. We absolutely love the results and so did our amazing clients!
Mid-Century Row-home
Mid-Century Row-home
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
We started the new design with the cement tile floor and then built the color scheme. Once we nailed the floor, everything else fell into place.
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury u-shaped enclosed kitchen in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, a breakfast bar, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Split-Level Revival
Split-Level Revival
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildLiv Companies LLC Design + Build
Neil Sy Photography
Medium sized midcentury galley kitchen/diner in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Harley Courts House - Interior Design Photography
Harley Courts House - Interior Design Photography
Nicholas Doyle PhotographyNicholas Doyle Photography
Nicholas Doyle
Inspiration for a medium sized retro single-wall enclosed kitchen in New York with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring and no island.
Retro Kitchen Remodel
Retro Kitchen Remodel
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
We decided on a retro look for our new kitchen with lots of display shelving, happy colors, laminate counters (no cracking!), a chubby old stove, period details and “linoleum” flooring.
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.
Classic Blue
Classic Blue
SH interiorsSH interiors
We were inspired by our clients collection of beautiful dinnerware and serve ware which were gorgeous shades of blues. We kept the finishes classic like the Shaker door style and the classic blue accent color but we added lovely details such as the rope crown molding and the textural tile back-splash.
Rural Renovation
Rural Renovation
David Coulson Design Ltd.David Coulson Design Ltd.
Inspiration for a midcentury l-shaped kitchen/diner in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
Meadowbrook Farm - The Pembroke Model
Meadowbrook Farm - The Pembroke Model
Van Metre HomesVan Metre Homes
This is an example of a large midcentury l-shaped kitchen/diner in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an island and brown floors.
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.
Osprey Remodel
Osprey Remodel
Catalina Construction Inc.Catalina Construction Inc.
Photo of a medium sized midcentury l-shaped kitchen in Tampa with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, an island, grey floors and white worktops.
Custom Fantasy Brown Kitchens
Custom Fantasy Brown Kitchens
Euroselect Countertops and DecorEuroselect Countertops and Decor
Very elegant mid-century modern kitchen with beautiful Fantasy Brown Dolomite as the countertops and backsplash. The full backsplash gives this kitchen that nice modern kick while still maintaining its traditional charm.

Midcentury Kitchen with Shaker 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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