Example of a 1950s l-shaped terrazzo floor, beige floor and exposed beam eat-in kitchen design in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Dave Adams Photography
Mid-sized trendy galley terrazzo floor and beige floor open concept kitchen photo in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island, an undermount sink, quartz countertops and glass tile backsplash

Jeff Volker
Inspiration for a mid-sized 1950s galley terrazzo floor and beige floor enclosed kitchen remodel in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white 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

This kitchen remodel gives a nod to the soft mid-century modern style of the house, while updating it to contemporary styles. The vertical grain cypress cabinets are accented with tall white storage cabinets on each side of the range. The white quartz countertops and large format (13" x 40") porcelain tile complete the transformation.

A contemporary, Mid-Century Modern kitchen refresh with gorgeous high-gloss white and walnut wood cabinetry paired with bright, red accents. The flooring is a beautifully speckled Terrazzo tile. Open shelving against a reclaimed brick backsplash is brightened up with recessed lighting. Our designer, Mackenzie Cain, created this truly unique kitchen for these stylish homeowners.

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.

In this beautifully crafted home, the living spaces blend contemporary aesthetics with comfort, creating an environment of relaxed luxury. As you step into the living room, the eye is immediately drawn to the panoramic view framed by the floor-to-ceiling glass doors, which seamlessly integrate the outdoors with the indoors. The serene backdrop of the ocean sets a tranquil scene, while the modern fireplace encased in elegant marble provides a sophisticated focal point. The kitchen is a chef's delight with its state-of-the-art appliances and an expansive island that doubles as a breakfast bar and a prepping station. White cabinetry with subtle detailing is juxtaposed against the marble backsplash, lending the space both brightness and depth. Recessed lighting ensures that the area is well-lit, enhancing the reflective surfaces and creating an inviting ambiance for both cooking and social gatherings. Transitioning to the bathroom, the space is a testament to modern luxury. The freestanding tub acts as a centerpiece, inviting relaxation amidst a spa-like atmosphere. The walk-in shower, enclosed by clear glass, is accentuated with a marble surround that matches the vanity top. Well-appointed fixtures and recessed shelving add both functionality and a sleek aesthetic to the bathroom. Each design element has been meticulously selected to provide a sanctuary of sophistication and comfort. This home represents a marriage of elegance and pragmatism, ensuring that each room is not just a sight to behold but also a space to live and create memories in.

Mid-Century Modern Restoration
Mid-sized 1950s terrazzo floor, white floor and exposed beam eat-in kitchen photo in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white 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

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

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

Mid-Century Modern Restoration
Eat-in kitchen - mid-sized 1950s terrazzo floor, white floor and exposed beam eat-in kitchen idea in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, quartz backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Mid-sized mid-century modern galley terrazzo floor and multicolored floor enclosed kitchen photo in San Diego with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash, paneled appliances, a peninsula and white 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.

Large trendy l-shaped terrazzo floor and white floor open concept kitchen photo in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash, paneled appliances, an island and white countertops

Example of a mid-sized minimalist galley terrazzo floor and multicolored floor open concept kitchen design in Tampa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, glass countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and blue countertops

This kitchen remodel gives a nod to the soft mid-century modern style of the house, while updating it to contemporary styles. The vertical grain cypress cabinets are accented with tall white storage cabinets on each side of the range. The white quartz countertops and large format (13" x 40") porcelain tile complete the transformation.