Photo Credits: Rocky & Ivan Photographic Division
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, orange splashback, mirror splashback, panelled appliances, ceramic floors, with island and beige floor.

Plantation Estates

KAHE Construction

Expansive tropical galley separate kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances and multiple islands.

Hyde Park Kitchen Remodel with Brick Wall Accent

Bauscher Construction & Remodeling, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in Cincinnati with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors and grey floor.

Shores of Panama

13 Hub Lane

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in San Diego with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, matchstick tile splashback, light hardwood floors, with island and white floor.

Loft Space, Newmarket

Irvine Robinson Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial galley open plan kitchen in Orange County with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors and with island.

Ringhult Grey

Expert Design

Mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Orlando with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, metallic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen Sink

Talianko Design Group, LLC

This Transitional Farmhouse Kitchen was completely remodeled and the home is nestled on the border of Pasadena and South Pasadena. Our goal was to keep the original charm of our client’s home while updating the kitchen in a way that was fresh and current. Our design inspiration began with a deep green soapstone counter top paired with creamy white cabinetry. Carrera marble subway tile for the backsplash is a luxurious splurge and adds classic elegance to the space. The stainless steel appliances and sink create a more transitional feel, while the shaker style cabinetry doors and schoolhouse light fixture are in keeping with the original style of the home. Tile flooring resembling concrete is clean and simple and seeded glass in the upper cabinet doors help make the space feel open and light. This kitchen has a hidden microwave and custom range hood design, as well as a new pantry area, for added storage. The pantry area features an appliance garage and deep-set counter top for multi-purpose use. These features add value to this small space. The finishing touches are polished nickel cabinet hardware, which add a vintage look and the cafe curtains are the handiwork of the homeowner. We truly enjoyed the collaborative effort in this kitchen. Photography by Erika Beirman

Waggoner Home

Roger Moore, Architect, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts galley separate kitchen in Houston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, porcelain floors, green splashback and beige floor.

Worthington Kitchen Remodel

Reliance Design Build

Arc Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Columbus with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

NEW KITCHEN REMODEL

Westphall Remodeling

Design ideas for a large transitional galley separate kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, marble benchtops, no island and beige floor.

Northwest Hills Kitchen

Castle Crafters, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized modern galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, no island and multi-coloured floor.

Gallatin Valley Ranch

Penny Lane Home Builders, LLC

Kitchen with custom steel cabinets and pallet wood inserts Photography by Lynn Donaldson
Large industrial galley open plan kitchen in Other with distressed cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, a double-bowl sink, recycled glass benchtops, metallic splashback, concrete floors and open cabinets.

Tresarca

Keegan Designs

Large modern galley eat-in kitchen in Las Vegas with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback and limestone floors.

Cenntennial Park House

Woodstock Industries

Design ideas for a traditional galley kitchen in Central Coast with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors and no island.

Wide Plank White Oak Wood Floor in Nashville TN Modern Farmhouse

Oak & Broad

8" Character Rift & Quartered White Oak Wood Floor. Extra Long Planks. Finished on site in Nashville Tennessee. Rubio Monocoat Finish. View into Kitchen with white cabinets, stainless refrigerator and appliances, green glass pendants lights, and bar stools. www.oakandbroad.com

Teresita Blvd Renovation

Mike Larkin Architecture

A small kitchen and breakfast room were combined into one open kitchen for this 1930s house in San Francisco. Builder: Mark Van Dessel Cabinets: Victor Di Nova (Santa Barbara) Custom tiles: Wax-Bing (Philo, CA) Custom Lighting: Valarie Adams (Santa Rosa, CA) Photo by Eric Rorer

Perfectly formed

Kitchen Architecture Ltd

Inspiration for a modern galley eat-in kitchen in Cheshire with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

San Francisco Classic

RMS DESIGNS

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and no island.

Marinaside Kitchen

Level One Construction

Compatibility with existing structure This project involved rethinking the space by discovering new solutions within the same sq-footage. Through a development city permit process we were able to legally remove the enclosed solarium sliding doors and pocket-door to integrate the kitchen with the rest of the space. The result, two dysfunctional spaces now transformed into one dramatic and free-flowing space which fueled our client’s passion for entertaining and cooking. A unique challenge involved integrating the remaining wall “pillar” into the design. It was created to house the building plumbing stack and some electrical. By integrating the island’s main countertop around the pillar with 3”x6” ceramic tiles we are able to add visual flavour to the space without jeopardizing the end result. Functionality and efficient use of space Kitchen cabinetry with pull-out doors and drawers added much needed storage to a cramped kitchen. Further, adding 3 floor-to-ceiling pantries helped increase storage by more than 300% Extended quartz counter features a casual eating bar, with plenty of workspace and an undermounted sink for easy maintenance when cleaning countertops. A larger island with extra seating made the kitchen a hub for all things entertainment. Creativity in design and details Customizing out-of-the-box standard cabinetry gives full-height storage at a price significantly less than custom millwork. Housing the old fridge into an extra deep upper cabinet and incasing it with side gables created an integrated look to a “like-new” appliance. Pot lights, task lights, and under cabinet lighting was added using a 3-way remote controlled dimmer assuring great lighting on a dark day. Environmental considerations/features The kitchen features: low-flow motion sensor faucet. Low-voltage pot lights with dimmers. 3, 3-way dimmer switches with remote control technology to create amazing ambiance in an environmentally friendly way. This meant we didn’t need to run new 3-way wiring, open walls, thus, avoiding extra work and debris. Re using the “like-new” Energy-efficient appliances saved the client money.

Lake Minnetonka update

Partners 4, Design

Gilbertson Photography
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, granite benchtops, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Galley Kitchen with a Double-bowl Sink Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!