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Keystone Building & Design Remodeling Pics
Keystone Building & Design Remodeling Pics
Keystone Building and Design, LLCKeystone Building and Design, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley open plan kitchen in St Louis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, porcelain splashback, brown floors and a belfast sink.
Columbia Street Residence
Columbia Street Residence
2Scale Architects2Scale Architects
-- photo credit Ben Hill Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Houston with a belfast sink.
Olympia Residence
Olympia Residence
Coates Design Architecture + InteriorsCoates Design Architecture + Interiors
Lara Swimmer
This is an example of a modern galley kitchen in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, black splashback, stainless steel appliances and slate splashback.
Kitchen view of the island from the sitting area
Kitchen view of the island from the sitting area
Erotas Custom BuildingErotas Custom Building
Grand architecturally detailed stone family home. Each interior uniquely customized. Architect: Mike Sharrett of Sharrett Design Interior Designer: Laura Ramsey Engler of Ramsey Engler, Ltd.
Sleek Home in Oakville (1206)
Sleek Home in Oakville (1206)
Braam's Custom CabinetsBraam's Custom Cabinets
PERIMETER: Painted shaker profile doors & drawers in Benjamin Moore BM OC 17 White Dove - RANGE ELEVATION & ISLAND: Walnut shaker profile doors & drawers - Solid surface countertops.
Poggenpohl
Poggenpohl
PoggenpohlPoggenpohl
Designer: Brittney Fishbeck
This is an example of a modern galley kitchen in Other with glass-front cabinets and grey cabinets.
Brunstrom Residence
Brunstrom Residence
Alan Mascord Design Associates IncAlan Mascord Design Associates Inc
House Plan 2466. Photos by Bob Greenspan
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Portland with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.
Broadway spec house
Broadway spec house
Korts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra KnightKorts & Knight, Kitchens by Alexandra Knight
Design ideas for a modern galley kitchen/diner in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and white splashback.
Kitchen view
Kitchen view
Group3Group3
John McManus
Medium sized beach style galley open plan kitchen in Other with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, a belfast sink, wood worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Foxtree Cove
Foxtree Cove
Webber + Studio, ArchitectsWebber + Studio, Architects
© Paul Bardagjy Photography
Design ideas for a large modern galley kitchen in Austin with stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, glass sheet splashback, white splashback, medium hardwood flooring and an island.
Kitchen 007
Kitchen 007
Tanner Vine - 2Go Custom Kitchens IncTanner Vine - 2Go Custom Kitchens Inc
This light and fresh modern kitchen design features custom cabinetry with "Zebrano" veneer panels and slab thermoplastic antique white silk doors. The 2cm thin "Cinder" Caesarstone quartz adds to the overall clean lines of the space.
Custom Contemporary Kitchen
Custom Contemporary Kitchen
Colmar Kitchen StudioColmar Kitchen Studio
Custom Kitchen
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Newark with granite worktops, stainless steel appliances and ceramic flooring.
Klimpt Inspired kitchen
Klimpt Inspired kitchen
Robin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPSRobin Rigby Fisher, CMKBD/CAPS/CLIPPS
Contemporary artist Gustav Klimpt’s “The Kiss” was the inspiration for this 1950’s ranch remodel. The existing living room, dining, kitchen and family room were independent rooms completely separate from each other. Our goal was to create an open grand-room design to accommodate the needs of a couple who love to entertain on a large scale and whose parties revolve around theater and the latest in gourmet cuisine. The kitchen was moved to the end wall so that it became the “stage” for all of the client’s entertaining and daily life’s “productions”. The custom tile mosaic, both at the fireplace and kitchen, inspired by Klimpt, took first place as the focal point. Because of this, we chose the Best by Broan K4236SS for its minimal design, power to vent the 30” Wolf Cooktop and that it offered a seamless flue for the 10’6” high ceiling. The client enjoys the convenient controls and halogen lighting system that the hood offers and cleaning the professional baffle filter system is a breeze since they fit right in the Bosch dishwasher. Finishes & Products:  Beech Slab-Style cabinets with Espresso stained alder accents.  Custom slate and tile mosaic backsplash  Kitchenaid Refrigerator  Dacor wall oven and convection/microwave  Wolf 30” cooktop top  Bamboo Flooring  Custom radius copper eating bar
LG House - Kitchen
LG House - Kitchen
thirdstone inc. [^]thirdstone inc. [^]
LG House (Edmonton Design :: thirdstone inc. [^] Photography :: Merle Prosofsky
Inspiration for a contemporary grey and white galley kitchen/diner in Edmonton with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, white appliances, grey floors and white worktops.
In The Spotlight
In The Spotlight
Morrison InteriorsMorrison Interiors
The mix of stain finishes and style was intentfully done. Photo Credit: Rod Foster
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, ceramic flooring, beige floors and black worktops.
Фото кухни в доме
Фото кухни в доме
Архитектурная студия ChadoАрхитектурная студия Chado
Design ideas for a large eclectic galley kitchen/diner in Other with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, a belfast sink, composite countertops, white splashback, wood splashback, concrete flooring and grey floors.
Cuisine à vivre
Cuisine à vivre
Texier et SoulasTexier et Soulas
La cuisine entièrement noire est ouverte sur la salle à manger. Elle est séparée de l'escalier par une verrière de type atelier et sert de garde-corps. L'îlot qui intègre les plaque de cuisson et une hotte sous plan permet de prendre les repas en famille.
Küche
Küche
BCO ArchitektenBCO Architekten
Werner Hutmacher
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Berlin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, stainless steel appliances and an island.
Surrey Project
Surrey Project
Concept 8 ArchitectsConcept 8 Architects
This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Surrey with marble worktops, red splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island and white cabinets.
Dining In
Dining In
Fresh Photo HouseFresh Photo House
Fresh Photo House
Design ideas for a modern galley kitchen in London with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, integrated appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.

Galley Kitchen Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of 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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