Wood, Wood, and More Wood

A slightly rustic version of mid-century, this design from Marc Newman has exposed beams in the ceiling, tons of wood panels in the ceiling, lots of flat-faced wood cabinetry, and a wood island to match the cabinets. Again, there’s a gray galley floor comprised of huge concrete tiles. The gray of the floor helps refocus your eyes to see the gray brick backsplash and the vintage-looking white-faced appliances.

Stainless Steel Takes Over

Whereas a previous remodel idea used a lot of wood, this one from Joanne Koch uses a lot of stainless steel. All the appliances and the cabinetry are stainless steel. The floor is a bright yellowish wood floor that is in high contrast with the steel kitchen.

A Little Bit of Everything in the U-Shaped Kitchen

Staged by Visual Jill, one San Francisco homeowner really wanted every mid-century detail that could be fit into the kitchen. The result is a lot of deep blue tile backsplash work, white eating counter with a deep blue underpainting, stainless steel appliances, warm wood cabinetry, and a wood look floor in a very neutral color. Striking exposed beams overhead are painted black.

The Island Is the Kitchen

Designed by Michael Tauber Architecture, a completely open concept kitchen and living space is broken up by a very long island that comprises most of the kitchen itself. Both an extension of the island serving as a table and dining space and the storage feature and prep counter of the island creates the focal point of the room. The flat-faced cabinets are mesh with stainless steel built-in appliances, while the exposed beams overhead are painted black.

Another Example of Multiple Mid-Century Style Defining Components

Designed by Holly & Associates, There are exposed beams overhead, but the natural wood and warm finish of the beams blends in with the ceiling paneling. the black and white components of island and chairs speaks to the style. Warm wood finish cabinets and a gray slate galley floor round out the design, with a hint of a yellow backsplash in the wall of cabinets behind the island. Again, the stainless steel appliances stand out from their surroundings.

The Island Becomes a Peninsula

In this Eichler concept kitchen created by Knocknock Design, you see that the island has attached itself to the wall to become a peninsula. White quartzite counters top white shaker cabinetry and teal blue backsplashes add a pop of color. Stainless steel appliances integrate seamlessly into the kitchen around the undermounted sink.

Colorful Strong Geometric Art Amidst an All White Kitchen

Admittedly, an all-white kitchen is probably not something you want with kids, but when you utilize Alison Damonte‘s approach of adding bold geometric prints and bright period colors, it looks exciting. If you don’t have kids, or if they have flown the nest, this is a great decorating concept.

Multiple Textures in One Space

Texture and color break up space. Hudson Street Design gives the human eye a lot to see. Here the different flooring materials of wood and tile mesh to create interest, while the different metals and woods of the island and cabinetry create unique features. The tri-colored backsplash tiling on one wall adds more color.

Back to Basics

Designed by Peninsula Modern, this is simplicity at its best. Medium-toned cabinetry and white counters mixes with stainless steel appliances. A dark gray tiled floor and black hanging lights completes the look.

Natural Cabinets Stand out From Multi-Tonal Counters and Backsplash

Styled by Design Set Match, This Oakland Hill house has the natural pine-looking cabinetry in a warm golden finish. The designer makes the island stand out by making it a darker wood finish. The countertops are multi-tonal quartzite, a slight departure from the typical white, but they highlight the multi-tonal backsplash in the background.

Medium Brown Meets Black and White Motif

Created by Alden Miller Interiors, All cabinetry is medium brown topped with the usual white counters. Matte black appliances and matte black window frames around kitchen windows round out the design.

1964 Eichler Kitchen Design by Destination Eichler

Medium finish flat-faced cabinets are accessorized with stainless steel appliances. Exposed beams and wood panel ceiling are all white to match countertops. Dark green ceramic backsplashes add a hint of color.