In the mid-40s, Armstrong's lead designer, Hazel Dell Brown, seems to have favored these organized pantry corners. When closed, this one had a bird's eye view painting of a village done in a quasi-Asian style with a black background.

If you have a 1940s house, it most likely falls into one of two categories: Pre-War or Post-War. The 1940s pre-War kitchen borrowed from the ’30s with its cheerful prints and focus on white, sanitary spaces. The post-War kitchen benefited from the huge influx of returning soldiers who got married and set up housekeeping . […]

Want a checklist of key elements to create or recreate a 1940s style kitchen? Reader Carolyn recently wrote to us asking for ideas to help repair and decorate her 1947 kitchen. Long story short: I think that Carolyn has the need for a significant remodel on her hands. If she goes this route, to help I put together…

Browse photos of kitchen design ideas. Discover inspiration for your kitchen remodel and discover ways to makeover your space for countertops, storage, layout and decor.

Home design in the 1940s, especially in the kitchen, represented a rapid shift. Older styles and materials were quickly replaced. New ideas ...

Step back in time to the 1940s, an era of charming interiors that blend practicality with flair. As wartime innovations trickled into the home, people became creative with materials and design, resulting in spaces that were both elegant and functional. From the rise of Mid-Century Modern furniture to the timeless appeal of pastel color palettes, the 1940s hold a treasure trove of interior design ideas that continue to inspire. Whether you're drawn to bold geometric patterns or the soft…

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Here, check out 22 vintage kitchen design ideas - from funky fridges to creative cabinetry - plus other retro appliances and home decor we don't see very often nowadays!

While having a “green” kitchen is a desirable trait these days, it had a whole different meaning in the 1940’s. A green floor, green walls and even a green ceiling is what Linn and her husband faced when they purchased their bungalow last year. But after a month of hard work the only green they’ll have to live with now is the envious kind.

Probably more than any other era in the 1940s we have a big divide between the illustrated ideal kitchens and what people really had. For the first five years of the decade the Second World War mea…