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Wilton Terrace Kitchen
Wilton Terrace Kitchen
Flower MichelinFlower Michelin
Matt Clayton
Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen/diner in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Кухня
Кухня
МК-ИнтериоМК-Интерио
Авторы - Мария Махонина и Александра Казаковцева. Фото - Юрий Молодковец. Гостиная, кухня и столовая представляют собой единое гармоничное пространство, выдержанное в приятной цветовой гамме природных оттенков. Здесь всё дышит спокойствием и тишиной, а продуманный до мелочей дизайн располагает своей простотой. Кухня - #bulthaup, барные стулья - #zanotta, стол, буфет - #riva1920.
Interior home design
Interior home design
Architect Your HomeArchitect Your Home
Inspiration for a classic galley enclosed kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, shaker cabinets, slate flooring and an island.
Rosedale Residence - Kitchen
Rosedale Residence - Kitchen
Yorkville Design CentreYorkville Design Centre
All mill-work is designed, provided and installed by Yorkville Design Centre
Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, limestone worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, multiple islands and limestone splashback.
7th Avenue Parkway Contemporary Remodel
7th Avenue Parkway Contemporary Remodel
GRUBER HOME REMODELINGGRUBER HOME REMODELING
A contemporary kitchen remodel in 7th Avenue Parkway Photo Credit: Ron Ruscio
Inspiration for a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and stainless steel appliances.
Modern living
Modern living
KuDa PhotographyKuDa Photography
Private residence. Photo bu KuDa Photography
Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.
A social kitchen
A social kitchen
neillernerneillerner
The new kitchen area sits at the rear of the house within an open-plan kitchen, living and dining space. The island has become the new gravitational point when family visit or when the couple are entertaining.
Santa Barbara Foothills, Mondern, New Construction, Las Canoas Residence
Santa Barbara Foothills, Mondern, New Construction, Las Canoas Residence
Dennis Thompson ArchitectDennis Thompson Architect
Saskia Korner - Photographer Allen Construction - Contractor Santa Barbara, California. New 2700 square foot residence in the foothills of Santa Barbara. The house opens widely to the north mountain view with pocketing sliding glass doors and features a large covered outdoor space and cross ventilation for cooling.
Дом на Николиной Горе: интерьер в парижском стиле
Дом на Николиной Горе: интерьер в парижском стиле
Ангелина Аскери / Angelina Askeri InteriorsАнгелина Аскери / Angelina Askeri Interiors
STEPHAN JULLIARD
Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel appliances, an island, stainless steel cabinets and window splashback.
DUTCH kitchens: TRADITIONAL style
DUTCH kitchens: TRADITIONAL style
Leicht Westchester-GreenwichLeicht Westchester-Greenwich
Design ideas for a classic galley kitchen/diner in New York with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets and white cabinets.
Leschi Remodel
Leschi Remodel
SHED Architecture & DesignSHED Architecture & Design
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, a submerged sink, blue cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, integrated appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island and brown floors.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Partners 4, DesignPartners 4, Design
We opened up the kitchen to the entry and stairwell by removing the wall between the kitchen and the hall, moving the closets out of the hall, and opening up the staircase to the lower level with a half wall, which created a more open floor plan. We further expanded the space visually by adding a wall of sliding glass doors to the porch at one end of the kitchen, which flooded the room with natural light and pulled the outdoors inside. Project:: Partners 4, Design Kitchen & Bath Designer:: John B.A. Idstrom II Cabinetry:: Poggenpohl Photography:: Gilbertson Photography
Jasmine 2 - Corona del Mar
Jasmine 2 - Corona del Mar
D for DesignD for Design
In the chef’s grade kitchen, a custom hand painted back splash created a graphically subtle backdrop that balanced the light and dark finishes in the room. Caesar Stone countertops were specified along with professional series Sub Zero and Viking stainless steel appliances.
White Rock Penthouse
White Rock Penthouse
House of BohnHouse of Bohn
Amanda Oster | Provoke Studios
Design ideas for a contemporary galley kitchen in Vancouver with recessed-panel cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and dark wood cabinets.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Kenneth FrommeKenneth Fromme
Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in Louisville with stainless steel appliances, marble worktops, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback and a feature wall.
St Petersburg
St Petersburg
Busby CabinetsBusby Cabinets
Inspiration for a traditional galley kitchen in Miami with a submerged sink, white cabinets, white splashback and integrated appliances.
Carmel Mid-Century LEED
Carmel Mid-Century LEED
Studio SchicketanzStudio Schicketanz
Robert Canfield Photography
This is an example of a midcentury galley kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white splashback.
Contemporary Residence Boca Raton, Florida
Contemporary Residence Boca Raton, Florida
Interiors by Steven GInteriors by Steven G
Barry Grossman Photography wesselmann
This is an example of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Miami with white cabinets.
West Village Apartment
West Village Apartment
moment design + productions, llcmoment design + productions, llc
Inspiration for a modern galley kitchen in New York.
Kitchen Island
Kitchen Island
Actual-Size ArchitectureActual-Size Architecture
Kitchen island with suspended shelves above. Photos by Linda Svendsen.
Industrial galley kitchen in San Francisco with stainless steel appliances, open cabinets and green cabinets.

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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