Meagan Larsen Photography
Inspiration for a small country u-shaped terrazzo floor and black floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances and white countertops

• Full Kitchen Renovation • General Contractor: Area Construction • Custom casework - Natural American Walnut Veneer • Decorative accessory Styling • Refridgerator - Sub-zero • Ovens - Miele • Coffee System - Miele • Backsplash tile - Heath Tile • Countertop - Diresco • Refrigerator Pulls - Haefele • Decorative hardware - Sugatsune • Terrazzo floor tile - Waterworks

Example of a mid-sized mid-century modern u-shaped terrazzo floor and white floor eat-in kitchen design in Austin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, green backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and black countertops

Fully custom kitchen remodel with red marble countertops, red Fireclay tile backsplash, white Fisher + Paykel appliances, and a custom wrapped brass vent hood. Pendant lights by Anna Karlin, styling and design by cityhomeCOLLECTIVE

A sleek and sophisticated kitchen design that epitomizes urban luxury. The expansive kitchen island, topped with a polished marble countertop, stands as a statement piece, offering a spacious area for meal preparation and casual dining. Above, elegant gold-trimmed pendant lights add a touch of opulence and warmth to the modern aesthetic. The deep blue cabinetry contrasts strikingly against the marble backsplash, creating a bold, yet harmonious palette. The open shelving features a curated display of kitchenware, integrating functionality with decorative appeal. This culinary space is not just a testament to contemporary design but a celebration of refined taste and architectural detail, seamlessly blending into the living area to create an inviting, open-plan living space.

Small 1960s terrazzo floor kitchen photo in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and white countertops

Inspiration for a large 1960s u-shaped terrazzo floor and multicolored floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a peninsula and gray countertops

Nearly two decades ago now, Susan and her husband put a letter in the mailbox of this eastside home: "If you have any interest in selling, please reach out." But really, who would give up a Flansburgh House? Fast forward to 2020, when the house went on the market! By then it was clear that three children and a busy home design studio couldn't be crammed into this efficient footprint. But what's second best to moving into your dream home? Being asked to redesign the functional core for the family that was. In this classic Flansburgh layout, all the rooms align tidily in a square around a central hall and open air atrium. As such, all the spaces are both connected to one another and also private; and all allow for visual access to the outdoors in two directions—toward the atrium and toward the exterior. All except, in this case, the utilitarian galley kitchen. That space, oft-relegated to second class in midcentury architecture, got the shaft, with narrow doorways on two ends and no good visual access to the atrium or the outside. Who spends time in the kitchen anyway? As is often the case with even the very best midcentury architecture, the kitchen at the Flansburgh House needed to be modernized; appliances and cabinetry have come a long way since 1970, but our culture has evolved too, becoming more casual and open in ways we at SYH believe are here to stay. People (gasp!) do spend time—lots of time!—in their kitchens! Nonetheless, our goal was to make this kitchen look as if it had been designed this way by Earl Flansburgh himself. The house came to us full of bold, bright color. We edited out some of it (along with the walls it was on) but kept and built upon the stunning red, orange and yellow closet doors in the family room adjacent to the kitchen. That pop was balanced by a few colorful midcentury pieces that our clients already owned, and the stunning light and verdant green coming in from both the atrium and the perimeter of the house, not to mention the many skylights. Thus, the rest of the space just needed to quiet down and be a beautiful, if neutral, foil. White terrazzo tile grounds custom plywood and black cabinetry, offset by a half wall that offers both camouflage for the cooking mess and also storage below, hidden behind seamless oak tambour. Contractor: Rusty Peterson Cabinetry: Stoll's Woodworking Photographer: Sarah Shields

My renovation of the existing kitchen.
Small 1960s u-shaped terrazzo floor, white floor and exposed beam kitchen photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, terrazzo countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, colored appliances, no island and beige countertops

Open concept kitchen - large contemporary l-shaped terrazzo floor, white floor and wood ceiling open concept kitchen idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and gray countertops

Lincoln Barbour
Mid-sized 1960s galley terrazzo floor and multicolored floor open concept kitchen photo in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This Denver ranch house was a traditional, 8’ ceiling ranch home when I first met my clients. With the help of an architect and a builder with an eye for detail, we completely transformed it into a Mid-Century Modern fantasy. Photos by sara yoder

In a home with just about 1000 sf our design needed to thoughtful, unlike the recent contractor-grade flip it had recently undergone. For clients who love to cook and entertain we came up with several floor plans and this open layout worked best. We used every inch available to add storage, work surfaces, and even squeezed in a 3/4 bath! Colorful but still soothing, the greens in the kitchen and blues in the bathroom remind us of Big Sur, and the nod to mid-century perfectly suits the home and it's new owners.

March 2020 marked the launch of LIVDEN, a curated line of innovative decorative tiles made from 60-100% recycled materials. In the months leading up to our launch, we were approached by Palm Springs design firm, Juniper House, for a collaboration on one of the featured homes of 2020 Modernism Week, the Mesa Modern. The LUNA series in the Medallion color on 12x12 Crystallized Terrazzo tile was featured as the main kitchen's backsplash. The LUNA was paired with matte black cabinetry, brass hardware, and custom mid-century lighting installations. The main kitchen was packed with color, texture and modern design elements.

March 2020 marked the launch of LIVDEN, a curated line of innovative decorative tiles made from 60-100% recycled materials. In the months leading up to our launch, we were approached by Palm Springs design firm, Juniper House, for a collaboration on one of the featured homes of 2020 Modernism Week, the Mesa Modern. The LUNA series in the Medallion color on 12x12 Crystallized Terrazzo tile was featured as the main kitchen's backsplash. The LUNA was paired with matte black cabinetry, brass hardware, and custom mid-century lighting installations. The main kitchen was packed with color, texture and modern design elements.

This Spanish influenced Modern Farmhouse style Kitchen incorporates a variety of textures and finishes to create a calming and functional space to entertain a houseful of guests. The extra large island is in an historic Sherwin Williams green with banquette seating at the end. It provides ample storage and countertop space to prep food and hang around with family. The surrounding wall cabinets are a shade of white that gives contrast to the walls while maintaining a bright and airy feel to the space. Matte black hardware is used on all of the cabinetry to give a cohesive feel. The countertop is a Cambria quartz with grey veining that adds visual interest and warmth to the kitchen that plays well with the white washed brick backsplash. The brick backsplash gives an authentic feel to the room and is the perfect compliment to the deco tile behind the range. The pendant lighting over the island and wall sconce over the kitchen sink add a personal touch and finish while the use of glass globes keeps them from interfering with the open feel of the space and allows the chandelier over the dining table to be the focal lighting fixture.

From the giant sliding glass door to the terrazzo floor and modern, geometric design—this home is the perfect example of Sarasota Modern. Thanks to Christie’s Kitchen & Bath for partnering with our team on this project. Product Spotlight: Cambria's Montgomery Countertops

Walnut cabinetry with sculptural pulls and a pinwheel patterned tile backsplash pick up the colors in the terrazzo floor and nod to the home’s mid-century modern roots.

Stuart Jones Photography
Mid-sized 1960s l-shaped terrazzo floor open concept kitchen photo in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island