1970s kitchen aesthetic

After a brief introduction, the Recollection Road channel immediately takes us back to the 70s, starting with a few historical facts about kitchen decor. With homeowners growing tired of plain, solid colors covering their kitchen walls, floral wallpapers quickly caught on at the beginning of the 70s. Offering 1,000s of color and pattern options, these

It is easy to dismiss the 1970s as “the decade that taste forgot”. But to do so would be to overlook the decade’s contributions in architecture, furniture design and interior decorating. After all, with the Bad and the Ugly there is usually some Good.

A unexpected dose of kitchen inspiration from a very outrageous decade of design.

70s Kitchen Innovations: Bring 21st-century innovation to 70s kitchen design. Picture a space where the past and present merge seamlessly. Explore these ideas on our blog.

In the '70s, modern versions of linoleum made with vinyl were the must-have floors in kitchens, family rooms, and even bathrooms. Take a look back - or look down - here!

Hop into the DeLorean and buckle up, because here’s one of our most retro-fabulous design dream houses yet: Nancy’s pool house — all new, from the ground up — but designed to looked like it’s always been there, since, say, 1955. The kitchen, above, is just the start. This family gathering space also includes a…

After lavishing loads of time-consuming TLC on their adorable midcentury modest ranchalow, two of our favorite Retro Renovators have put their house on the market. Trixi and Jon love their 1962 home, but that’s they way the cookie crumbles, they need a bit more space. The real estate photos are fabulous — the perfect opportunity to showcase all…

From vibrant color schemes to nostalgic design elements, retro and vintage style kitchens offer a warm invitation to step back in time. These kitchens blend functionality with fun, incorporating both the charm of the past and the conveniences of modern technology. Let’s delve into the characteristic

Here's why.

The colors of the seventies were pretty drab in comparison to those of the psychedelic sixties. The country was recovering from the turmoil of the Vietnam War, and the desire for peace and calm was reflected in the dark wood and warm earth tones of the period.Avocado Green and Harvest Gold were important colors (especially in appliances), and were frequently mixed with toned-down versions of sixties orange.