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Galley Open Plan Kitchen Ideas and Designs

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NYC Condo
NYC Condo
Momoko MortonMomoko Morton
Renovation of Kitchen
This is an example of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Denver.
Stunning Dark Veneer and Marble kitchen
Stunning Dark Veneer and Marble kitchen
Degabriele KitchensDegabriele Kitchens
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, mirror splashback, integrated appliances, an island, black floors and grey worktops.
Lake Austin Scenic
Lake Austin Scenic
Ashby CollectiveAshby Collective
Photo of a large mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in Austin with dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, brown floors, grey worktops, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and exposed beams.
Kitchen & Family Room, Maplewood
Kitchen & Family Room, Maplewood
CBH ArchitectsCBH Architects
This photo shows the exposed rafter ties and shiplap finish of the vaulted ceiling, a Dutch door and the spacious family room beyond. The room is bathed and light and has access to the driveway via the Dutch door, and to the grilling deck via sliders. RGH Construction, Allie Wood Design, In House Photography.
Pattern Cottage
Pattern Cottage
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
Photo of a small contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a submerged sink, white cabinets, wood worktops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terrazzo flooring, an island, grey floors and brown worktops.
Laren Lane
Laren Lane
Jessica Koltun HomeJessica Koltun Home
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Timberbuilt Cabin | Babcock Ranch, Florida
Timberbuilt Cabin | Babcock Ranch, Florida
Timberbuilt, Inc.Timberbuilt, Inc.
Photo of a country galley open plan kitchen in Tampa with medium hardwood flooring, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Riverside MCM Ranch Re-imagined
Riverside MCM Ranch Re-imagined
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildLiv Companies LLC Design + Build
closeup of the kitchen cabinets with edge pulls
Design ideas for a large retro galley open plan kitchen in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, integrated appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
pop-up outlets detail
pop-up outlets detail
Red House Design BuildRed House Design Build
Pop-up outlets were a creative solution when regular outlets would not fit. Instagram: @redhousecustombuilding
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Providence with a single-bowl sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island and white worktops.
Highlands Ranch Sleek Transitional Kitchen
Highlands Ranch Sleek Transitional Kitchen
JM Kitchen & Bath DesignJM Kitchen & Bath Design
Omega Cabinets: Puritan door style, Pearl White Paint, Paint MDF door Heartwood: Alder Wood, Stained with Glaze (floating shelves, island, hood)
Photo of a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Denver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and white worktops.
Kitchen -- Mason Hill
Kitchen -- Mason Hill
Bullseye Wood Specialties, L.L.CBullseye Wood Specialties, L.L.C
Custom slab modern kitchen features Metro Grey custom cabinetry with floating walnut shelves, utility closet, floor to ceiling spice pull out, double trash pull out, rear island cabinets with tip-on hardware, paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator, paneled dishwasher, drawer microwave and six-burner gas cooktop.
Fitler Square Trinity
Fitler Square Trinity
Kaminski + PewKaminski + Pew
Compact galley kitchen. All appliances are under-counter. Slate tile flooring, hand-glazed ceramic tile backsplash, custom walnut cabinetry, and quartzite countertop.
Leicht by Vogue Kitchens - Contemporary Open Plan Smart Kitchen
Leicht by Vogue Kitchens - Contemporary Open Plan Smart Kitchen
Vogue KitchensVogue Kitchens
As part of a rear extension with glass panel doors leading directly to the garden, Ealing-based Vogue Kitchens was commissioned to design a kitchen that would comprise part of a large open plan ground floor area with the kitchen and dining room leading to a further open plan living space. The space benefits from a vast amount of light coming from the glass doors and also from a rectangular ceiling lantern incorporated in the space between the property and the extension. To contrast with the vibrance of the pure white walls and ceilings, the clients were keen to find a kitchen that featured a dark, dramatic and unusual finish. They also required a neat and uncluttered design as the kitchen zone was to be used for cooking and informal socialising while the formal dining area is only a few steps away. They wanted an easy to clean kitchen with plenty of storage, and smart cooking appliances that would make entertaining easier. Because the ceiling depth was different between the architecture of the original property and the extension itself and the design of the kitchen island would bisect both areas, extraction was also a main consideration. For the tall kitchen furniture and for the island, Sharan Johal creative director at Vogue suggested premium range Leicht Minera matt lacquer handleless door fronts in Kiruna colourway, which has an anti-fingerprint shimmering metallic two tone oxydised finish. These match with carbon grey laminate edging on the cabinetry and plinths for a seamless effect. The tall units were designed to fit floor to ceiling and feature dry food storage and housings for two Siemens HomeConnect Wi-Fi enabled ovens plus a warming drawer. A Siemens integrated larder fridge and tall freezer were transferred from the client’s previous kitchen, which was also designed and supplied by Vogue. To continue the back run of cabinetry and to differentiate the space to allow for freestanding and decorative kitchen items, base units were suggested with pull-out drawers underneath to store pans, plates and bowls. The three side-by-side overhead wall units all feature Servo Drive opening systems for one-touch access and easy closing and are designed to accommodate glasses, cups and crockery with under-cabinet lighting that can be activated by voice control via a home hub. The ultra-slim 12mm countertop work surface by Neolith is in Iron Grey colourway, with a satin finish to complement the cabinetry. This Neolith worksurface continues through to the three metre kitchen island, which has an 80mm raised Ash wood cantilever breakfast bar attached to it in black oil finish by Spekva that also includes an overhang at one end. This informal seating area features the client’s own timber and metal-framed bar stools. Together with handleless cupboards under the worksurface, the island features a 60cm Siemens integrated dishwasher and a food preparation space to one end with a Blanco undermount stainless steel sink and Quooker Flex Boiling Water tap. Integrated at an equal distance from the centre of the island, and situated directly in front of the ovens is an 80cm Siemens induction hob with an air venting system, which negates the need for overhead extraction.
Modern Gemstone in the Country
Modern Gemstone in the Country
Chace Building SupplyChace Building Supply
Industrial-style open concept kitchen/living/dining area with large island that seats 6 people.
Medium sized urban galley open plan kitchen in Providence with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete flooring, an island, grey floors and grey worktops.
Nell Circle
Nell Circle
Revival FlatRevival Flat
Modern meets traditional in this functional and family friendly kitchen remodel
Design ideas for a small classic galley open plan kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain flooring, no island, beige floors and white worktops.
The Montgomery Project
The Montgomery Project
Bioi. Design + BuildBioi. Design + Build
Open floating shelves and expressive cabinet details keep an otherwise modest kitchen quite contemporary.
Inspiration for a small scandi galley open plan kitchen in Calgary with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops and beige floors.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Photo of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Detroit with white splashback, white appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, white worktops, a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, stone slab splashback and brown floors.
Proyecto Arenys de Mar
Proyecto Arenys de Mar
Cuines FernándezCuines Fernández
Cocina de estilo moderno sin tirador, acabado negro seda antihuellas, encimera de porcelánico Dekton de 2cm, equipación de electrodomésticos Neff y campana de techo Gutmann.
Moorland | Estate | White Oak | Hand Scraped and Wire Brushed
Moorland | Estate | White Oak | Hand Scraped and Wire Brushed
Lauzon Wood FloorsLauzon Wood Floors
This beautiful kitchen features Lauzon's hardwood flooring Moorland. A magnific White Oak flooring from our Estate series that will enhance your decor with its marvelous light beige color, along with its hand scraped and wire brushed texture and its character look. Improve your indoor air quality with our Pure Genius air-purifying smart floor.
Maple Kitchen
Maple Kitchen
Keystone Creative, LLCKeystone Creative, LLC
Inspired by the light fixtures this beautiful kitchen changed the small space into a bright open center of the home.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, limestone splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and brown worktops.

Galley Open Plan 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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