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Light and Cozy Galley Kitchen Designed By Cynthia Collins
Light and Cozy Galley Kitchen Designed By Cynthia Collins
Gilmans Kitchens and BathsGilmans Kitchens and Baths
This kitchen was designed to function around a large family. The owners spend their weekend prepping large meals with extended family, so we gave them as much countertop space to prep and cook as we could. Tall cabinets, a secondary banks of drawers, and a bar area, were placed to the connecting space from the kitchen to the dining room for additional storage. Finally, a light wood and selective accents were chosen to give the space a light and airy feel.
Grosse Pointe Park Remodel
Grosse Pointe Park Remodel
d'avignon interiorsd'avignon interiors
A gray glass back splash adds a bit of glamour the the warm cherry cabinetry. Photo Credit: Jeff Garland
This is an example of a small classic l-shaped kitchen in Detroit with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood flooring.
Charming Bungalow
Charming Bungalow
Adams + Beasley AssociatesAdams + Beasley Associates
Eric Roth Photography
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Perfect Family Boathouse
Perfect Family Boathouse
HillTop Interiors Inc.HillTop Interiors Inc.
This is an example of a small nautical galley open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, engineered stone countertops and brown floors.
Art-Deco apartment combination/renovation
Art-Deco apartment combination/renovation
Lauren Rubin ArchitectureLauren Rubin Architecture
alyssa kirsten
Design ideas for a small urban u-shaped kitchen in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, white splashback, white cabinets and dark hardwood flooring.
Country Kitchen and Living
Country Kitchen and Living
Architectural Design & ConstructionArchitectural Design & Construction
View of great room with country kitchen, fireplace and wall-mounted TV. Tropical Light Photography
Small traditional l-shaped open plan kitchen in Hawaii with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tiled splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring and no island.
Cute Craftsman
Cute Craftsman
SJ&J DesignSJ&J Design
Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, bamboo flooring and no island.
Mid-Century Ranch Kitchen
Mid-Century Ranch Kitchen
Angela Dechard DesignAngela Dechard Design
Photo of a small modern galley kitchen/diner in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, ceramic flooring and a breakfast bar.
Craftsman Kitchen
Craftsman Kitchen
Photo of a small classic u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, stainless steel appliances, lino flooring, no island and recycled glass countertops.
Projet Felix Faure : un appartement familial à l’esprit cottage anglais
Projet Felix Faure : un appartement familial à l’esprit cottage anglais
Atelier GermainAtelier Germain
Une cuisine fonctionnelle et épurée. Le + déco : les 3 miroirs Atelier Germain au dessus du bar pour agrandir l’espace.
Inspiration for a small scandi single-wall enclosed kitchen in Paris with a submerged sink, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate flooring, red floors and white worktops.
Colori Pastello
Colori Pastello
Annalisa Carli ArchitettoAnnalisa Carli Architetto
Cucina bianca con ante lucide e top in quarzite. Zone a giorno di colore giallo. Il brand di quasta cucina è Veneta Cucine. Foto di Simone Marulli
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Milan with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
Rénovation complète d'un studio de 20 m² par Les Décoreuses
Rénovation complète d'un studio de 20 m² par Les Décoreuses
LES DECOREUSESLES DECOREUSES
Photo of a small classic galley open plan kitchen in Paris with a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, lino flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.
Lyons Gem
Lyons Gem
Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle HomesRodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes
Photo of a small rustic u-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, beige floors and white worktops.
High Contrast Modern Kitchen That Wows
High Contrast Modern Kitchen That Wows
Normandy RemodelingNormandy Remodeling
This bachelor wanted his kitchen to better reflect his personality and be spacious enough to accommodate gatherings. The existing kitchen was aesthetically outdated and was much too small for one cook, let alone offer space to entertain. We created a design that opened up the kitchen to the adjoining rooms, creating a modern, high-contrast kitchen and open concept floorplan.
Tutto in 23 mq!
Tutto in 23 mq!
Isabella Maruti e Paola Bonfante architetteIsabella Maruti e Paola Bonfante architette
Progettare un monolocale è sempre una sfida divertente, in uno spazio piccolo ben organizzato bisogna accogliere tutte le funzioni del vivere e al tempo stesso dare una bella qualità allo spazio. l'operazione è riuscita in questo monolocale di Milano dove una sola stanza con bagno per un totale di 23 mq diventa uno spazio gradevole per vivere e magari anche, perché no, ospitare un amico. Il volume del bagno disegna per sottrazione la zona dell’ingresso con armadiatura guardaroba e cassettiera svuota tasche. Il letto è sistemato su un soppalco fisso che lascia liberi tutti i 23 mq, sotto il soppalco un divano letto e un baule come tavolino, davanti un grande tappeto verde riquadra la stanza, sulla destra il tavolo per il pranzo e sulla parete opposta una cucina ikea che contiene anche la lavatrice. Il bagno finestrato con una grande doccia è dotato di un wc con bidet alla giapponese, che riduce l’ingombro pur offrendo il servizio di entrambi i sanitari. Il parquet industriale in wengè entra nel bagno dando continuità allo spazio.
Профсоюзная
Профсоюзная
Студия дизайна интерьеров КубКвадратСтудия дизайна интерьеров КубКвадрат
Inspiration for a small industrial l-shaped kitchen/diner in Moscow with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, medium hardwood flooring, no island, brown floors and beige worktops.
2022 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Kitchens $30,000 to $60,000
2022 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Kitchens $30,000 to $60,000
National Association of the Remodeling IndustryNational Association of the Remodeling Industry
Haus Studio Designs, Columbus, Ohio, 2022 Regional CotY Award Winner, Residential Kitchen $30,000 to $60,000
Inspiration for a small rustic l-shaped kitchen/diner in Columbus with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island and multicoloured worktops.
Newlywed Nest
Newlywed Nest
O'Hanlon Kitchens, Inc.O'Hanlon Kitchens, Inc.
Nothing says "I love you" more than a kitchen renovation! These homeowners decided to celebrate their nuptials in the best possible way- with a new kitchen! We love how elegant the space is with the Pewter finish by Wolf Cabinetry, the classic white quartz, and herringbone tile backsplash. We wish you many years of beautiful memories- enjoy! Cabinets: Wolf Classic Dartmouth 5 piece in Pewter. Countertop: Calacatta Verona Q Stone Backsplash: Herringbone- Emma White 3X6 Subway Flooring: Mannington Vinyl plank- AduraMax Lakeview/Treeline MAX093 Additional project notes: Wolf soft close rollout, double trash pullout, wire tray divider Thoughts from the customers: 1. What were you looking for in your remodel? We were looking to completely redo the space. We knew we needed a new layout to accommodate the need for more storage, but also to update the extremely outdated cabinets, flooring, etc. to bring it out of 1960 and into 2020. 2. What do you love most about your remodel? I obviously love that everything is brand new. My favorite physical feature is definitely the new backsplash and countertops that we chose! I also have never had soft close drawers so those are spectacular! 3. What was your main concern when deciding on a remodeling company? We really just didn’t want it to take a long time! We were at home during the whole thing because of the pandemic, so it was not realistic to live without a kitchen for months. 4. What made you choose O’Hanlon Kitchens? Would you recommend O’Hanlon Kitchens? Tracy was a great designer, and we ultimately went with O’Hanlon because she discovered some details about the kitchen and it’s functional space that others overlooked and even we didn’t notice. She was then able to render a very nice drawing of what we could expect our kitchen to look like, which was helpful. Yes, I would recommend O’Hanlon! Photos & Video: Julia Transue www.facebook.com/ThePhotoHouse.Art www.thephotohouse.net thephotohouse@comcast.net
Cubby Cottage
Cubby Cottage
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
This is an example of a small contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, grey cabinets, terrazzo worktops, black appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and grey worktops.
Casa Zen
Casa Zen
in2 Architettura | interior Designin2 Architettura | interior Design
Casa Zen rappresenta al 100% quello che intendiamo quando parliamo di ristrutturazione completa. Abbiamo visto questo appartamento, in zona Porta Venezia a Milano, quando ancora era abitato dal precedente proprietario, un signore anziano che per vari motivi aveva trascurato questo bilocale. Nonostante lo stato originario però questa casa ha subito catturato la nostra attenzione. La pianta semplice e regolare, le finestre grandi e luminose con le balaustre decorate, ci hanno conquistate. Le richieste della cliente La cliente, una giovane donna interessata alla cultura orientale e della meditazione, desiderava uno spazio che la rispecchiasse pienamente. Poco amante della cucina, ci ha richiesto che questa occupasse il minor spazio possibile. Abbiamo quindi deciso di cambiare la posizione della zona cucina rispetto allo stato originario e di posizionare l’angolo cottura in una nicchia. Due moduli da 45cm ed uno da 60cm costituiscono la cucina di questo appartamento, il frigorifero non è a incasso ma è parte integrante dell’arredamento. Altra richiesta è stata quella di ricavare una cabina armadio, piccola ma funzionale. Siamo riuscite nell’impresa! Un porta rasomuso divide questo spazio di servizio dalla camera da letto, essenziale nei colori e nell’arredo. Il bagno, cieco, abbiamo deciso di rivoluzionarlo completamente cambiando la disposizione dei sanitari e dando molta importanza alla doccia, il posto sicuramente che contribuisce a rilassarci maggiormente dopo una giornata faticosa. Il protagonista dell’appartamento secondo noi rimane però il soggiorno dove la sensazione di confort e relax raggiunge livelli altissimi.

Affordable Small Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful Small kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of Small kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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