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Stainless Steel Appliances
Stainless Steel Appliances
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
Backsplash, pendant lighting, white kitchen cabinets, and butcher block countertop.
Restorative Style Kitchen Remodel
Restorative Style Kitchen Remodel
Davis Kitchen & TileDavis Kitchen & Tile

Maple Hill - Kitchen
Maple Hill - Kitchen
Access Design + Build, LLCAccess Design + Build, LLC
Custom Cabinetry allows us to maximize the challenging angles that this MidCentury Modern 1960's home. Located to the side of the main kitchen our island dining area and wet bar complete the functionality of this space. We keep the ties of the glass mosaic backsplash from Oceanside. The HanStone Quartz matte countertop now brings out the contrast veins of the Macaubas Quartzite stone island top. Plenty of seating for the whole family or any function you want to hold. Photo Credit - Ehlen Photography, Mark Ehlen
Mid Century meets a Victorian Terrace
Mid Century meets a Victorian Terrace
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Hohe Stühle an der Küchentheke
Hohe Stühle an der Küchentheke
Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbHEllerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH
Der Kochinsel wurde über den Winkel eine Küchentheke als ergänzende Sitzgelegenheit für den Alltag beigefügt. Auf hohen Stühlen in klarem Design nimmt die Familie so zum Frühstück platz und lässt selbst am hektischen Morgen entspannte Ruhe einkehren.
Belvidere place
Belvidere place
Portland building and remodelingPortland building and remodeling
Kitchen windows look out over the back yard
Mid Century Modern Contemporary design
Mid Century Modern Contemporary design
Cabinets and Beyond Design StudioCabinets and Beyond Design Studio
Mid Century Modern Contemporary design. White quartersawn veneer oak cabinets and white paint Crystal Cabinets
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
John Webb Construction and DesignJohn Webb Construction and Design
Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.
Renovation Cuisine Retro Vintage Moderne
Renovation Cuisine Retro Vintage Moderne
CUISINES BRUNO VERITECUISINES BRUNO VERITE
Bienvenue dans la nouvelle cuisine de M. & Mme B. Une grande cuisine travaillée dans un style rétro vintage moderne. On y retrouve des matériaux de qualité comme le granit de 30mm, ou encore, le chêne. Les meubles ont été fabriqués en Bretagne, le made in France est à l’honneur ! Nous avons également travaillé sur l’ergonomie de la pièce, en rehaussant par exemple, le lave-vaisselle pour un chargement plus aisé. Une multitude d’éléments donnent du cachet à la cuisine. C’est le cas du casier de bouteilles sur mesure, du four 90cm Neff et de sa plaque gaz 5 feux. Mes clients se sont très bien installés dans ce bel espace et sont très satisfaits du résultat. Les superbes photos prises par Virginie parlent d’elles-mêmes. Et vous, quand transformerez-vous votre cuisine en cuisine de rêve ?
Meridene Crescent | Kitchen Renovation
Meridene Crescent | Kitchen Renovation
Niko's Contracting Inc.Niko's Contracting Inc.
We removed the dining room wall, merging the kitchen and dining into one amazing space!
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Mary Anne Smiley InteriorsMary Anne Smiley Interiors
Danny Piassick
Wayzata Mid Century Addition
Wayzata Mid Century Addition
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingPinnacle Design & Remodeling
These clients (who were referred by their realtor) are lucky enough to escape the brutal Minnesota winters. They trusted the PID team to remodel their home with Landmark Remodeling while they were away enjoying the sun and escaping the pains of remodeling... dust, noise, so many boxes. The clients wanted to update without a major remodel. They also wanted to keep some of the warm golden oak in their space...something we are not used to! We laded on painting the cabinetry, new counters, new back splash, lighting, and floors. We also refaced the corner fireplace in the living room with a natural stacked stone and mantle. The powder bath got a little facelift too and convinced another victim... we mean the client that wallpaper was a must.
Pasadena Mid-Century
Pasadena Mid-Century
Alice SinAlice Sin
This kitchen came in third place in the 2013 Silestone Design Competition.
Mirrored Refrigerator
Mirrored Refrigerator
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
Double ovens, custom backsplash, white kitchen cabinets, and wood flooring.
Light Fixtures
Light Fixtures
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
Luxury homes with elegant lighting by Fratantoni Interior Designers. Follow us on Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for more inspirational photos!
Freundliche Atmosphäre durch großzügige Lichtspiele
Freundliche Atmosphäre durch großzügige Lichtspiele
Ellerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbHEllerbrock "Bad und Küche" GmbH
Die offene Küchenstruktur mit weißen Küchenrückwänden und dunklen Schrankelementen begeistert auch durch den zarten Retro-Look, der im Kochbereich vorliegt. Moderne Küchentechnik wurde mit geräumigen Schubfächern unterbaut, auf deren dunkler Oberfläche die Bedienungsknöpfe kreative Akzente setzen. Der Blick vom Kochfeld zum Essplatz schafft Gemütlichkeit.
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.
Maple Hill - Kitchen
Maple Hill - Kitchen
Access Design + Build, LLCAccess Design + Build, LLC
Custom Cabinetry allows us to maximize the challenging angles that this MidCentury Modern 1960's home. The Capital 48" Gas Slide-in Range has our feature custom glass mosaic backsplash from Oceanside. The HanStone Quartz matte countertop offers the contrast we were looking for. Photo Credit - Ehlen Photography, Mark Ehlen
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
John Webb Construction and DesignJohn Webb Construction and Design
Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.
Interior Modifications to a Mid-Century Ranch on a Golf Course
Interior Modifications to a Mid-Century Ranch on a Golf Course
Berneche2 Architecture PCBerneche2 Architecture PC
Fully revised kitchen. We opened up this wall between the kitchen and sunroom, and more of the wall between kitchen and living room. Kitchen features a beautiful mix of white and wood veneer cabinets.

Expansive Midcentury Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Expansive midcentury kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Expansive 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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