Detail view of eating bar and kitchen as seen from living room. The professional cook top is flanked by views to the garden and abundant countertop workspace.

Tower 5 Escalades Tower

Riedar Design Services

Kitchen Details - brushed brass hardware

GRAVITATE interiors + design

Kitchen Remodel

MY Home Builders Inc.

Mid-Century Modern Remodel

GMI Design Group

This 1950's home was chopped up with the segmented rooms of the period. The front of the house had two living spaces, separated by a wall with a door opening, and the long-skinny hearth area was difficult to arrange. The kitchen had been remodeled at some point, but was still dated. The homeowners wanted more space, more light, and more MODERN. So we delivered. We knocked out the walls and added a beam to open up the three spaces. Luxury vinyl tile in a warm, matte black set the base for the space, with light grey walls and a mid-grey ceiling. The fireplace was totally revamped and clad in cut-face black stone. Cabinetry and built-ins in clear-coated maple add the mid-century vibe, as does the furnishings. And the geometric backsplash was the starting inspiration for everything. We'll let you just peruse the photos, with before photos at the end, to see just how dramatic the results were!

Mid-Century Modern Mother-In-Law Suite Addition

Kustom Home Design

Brookfield Midcentury Modern Interior Remodeling

S.J. Janis Company, Inc.

The Wolf range and matching stainless hood provides function and form.The stone and glass tile were arranged in a dynamic pattern and placement hand selected with the homeowner. Horizontal quartersawn cherry Plato cabinetry adds the linear flow needed for this mid century kitchen.

Long Beach Midcentury Modern

Soko Design

Lake Sawyer Remodel

Malone's Landscape Design | Build

Open architecture with exposed beams and wood ceiling create a natural indoor/outdoor ambiance in this midcentury remodel. The kitchen has a bold hexagon tile backsplash and floating shelves with a vintage feel.

Kitchen-Great Room Remodel

HomeSource Builders

This ranch-style home needed updating. The load bearing wall that had separated the kitchen from the living room was removed to make way for a larger kitchen with a breakfast bar island and new lighting, and bring in the view out the back windows. New, floor-to-ceiling dining room cabinets with a wet bar were added to cover one wall.

Window Seat and Cabinet Storage

KraftMaster Renovations

This window seat is perfect for putting on your shoes to run out of the house! With extra storage on each side and a shelf with treasured items above. Blackstock Photography

Property Brothers Forever Home - Season 5 - Ep 13 - Glassell Park

SCFC Homes, LLC

Blue Shaker Cabinets, Large Island with range, stainless steel appliances, Gold pendant lights and wide plank hardwood floors.

Philadelphia Mid-Century

Snitz Creek Cabinet Shop

Art Infused Kitchen

Kole Made Design/Build

West Seattle Mid Century Kitchen Remodel- with Before and After Photos

Judith Wright Design

This wall was entirely redesigned to incorporate a microwave drawer to maximize counter space. Mid-century frameless custom walnut cabinets were selected to contrast and complement the natural wood floors. Krogstad Photography-Judith Wright Design

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Darcy Bean Custom Construction Inc.

Custom built-in storage options like this large pullout pantry with adjustable shelves. Buras Photography

Mid-Century Dream

Monarch Kitchen Design Studio

This beautiful Mid-Century was in desperate need of updating in both form and function. Keeping the original ceilings (which had a slope we needed to mind) helped keep the 50's style. The two tone made it so that the kitchen was broken up instead of being one very long white kitchen. Adding the windows on the exterior wall completely brightened up the space too.

Emerald Cocktail Midcentury Kitchen (Detroit, MI)

Whiski Kitchen Design Studio

Mendota Heights Residence

User

CWC

Ridgevalley

Jason Todd Bailey, LLC.

This home was built in 1960 and retains all of its original interiors. This photograph shows the kitchen and breakfast area. The furniture, artwork, new backsplash tile, new granite countertop, and new appliances were added. The original walnut paneled walls, walnut cabinetry, and plank linoleum flooring was restored. We kept the original vent hood as it still functioned perfectly, but also helped to retain the unique character of the space. photographs by rafterman.com

Midcentury Kitchen with Granite Benchtops Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Midcentury Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!