There are three elements: simplicity, simplicity, simplicity.
Well that is sort of a joke. Some do have dramatic pops of primary colors.
Type in Mid Century Modern Kitchens on HOUZZ. You will see the commonalities. Today many people are following MCM principles of design but giving it all a modern 2016 edge using new products that didn't even exist over 50 years ago.
Are you a purist or not?
See what makes your heart race a bit or a lot when you look at MCM kitchens and then do your own thing!
I love MCM but the kitchens from that era left much to be desired so the elements are great to work with but really need to brought to the 21 st century
Avocado green appliances and yellow linoleum are always a nice historically correct touch- think "that 70's show" for inspiration. But ... if you are looking for a 21st century version of what MCM looked like try this: http://homedesignlover.com/kitchen-designs/mid-century-kitchen-designs/
visualizemaven
Patricia Colwell Consulting
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