Elayne Barre
Mid-sized contemporary galley separate kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, no island, grey floor, white benchtop and panelled appliances.

Design ideas for a large traditional galley open plan kitchen in Sydney with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

This West Pennant Hills renovation had a two main objectives: to improve the space around the island and reorganise the storage space for greater efficiency. Designer David Bartlett turned his attention to the layout of the room and repositioned a number of elements to enhance the work flow. "We needed to create an efficient work triangle," he says, "and I needed to find a way to include more appliances within the space."

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW For many, extra time at home during COVID left them wanting more from their homes. Whether you realized the shortcomings of your space or simply wanted to combat boredom, a well-designed and functional home was no longer a want, it became a need. Tina found herself wanting more from her Old Irving Park home and reached out to The Kitchen Studio about adding function to her kitchen to make the most of the available real estate. At the end of the day, there is nothing better than returning home to a bright and happy space you love. And this kitchen wasn’t that for Tina. Dark and dated, with a palette from the past and features that didn’t make the most of the available square footage, this remodel required vision and a fresh approach to the space. Lead designer, Stephanie Cole’s main design goal was better flow, while adding greater functionality with organized storage, accessible open shelving, and an overall sense of cohesion with the adjoining family room. The original kitchen featured a large pizza oven, which was rarely used, yet its footprint limited storage space. The nearby pantry had become a catch-all, lacking the organization needed in the home. The initial plan was to keep the pizza oven, but eventually Tina realized she preferred the design possibilities that came from removing this cumbersome feature, with the goal of adding function throughout the upgraded and elevated space. Eliminating the pantry added square footage and length to the kitchen for greater function and more storage. This redesigned space reflects how she lives and uses her home, as well as her love for entertaining. The kitchen features a classic, clean, and timeless palette. White cabinetry, with brass and bronze finishes, contrasts with rich wood flooring, and lets the large, deep blue island in Woodland’s custom color Harbor – a neutral, yet statement color – draw your eye. The kitchen was the main priority. In addition to updating and elevating this space, Tina wanted to maximize what her home had to offer. From moving the location of the patio door and eliminating a window to removing an existing closet in the mudroom and the cluttered pantry, the kitchen footprint grew. Once the floorplan was set, it was time to bring cohesion to her home, creating connection between the kitchen and surrounding spaces. The color palette carries into the mudroom, where we added beautiful new cabinetry, practical bench seating, and accessible hooks, perfect for guests and everyday living. The nearby bar continues the aesthetic, with stunning Carrara marble subway tile, hints of brass and bronze, and a design that further captures the vibe of the kitchen. Every home has its unique design challenges. But with a fresh perspective and a bit of creativity, there is always a way to give the client exactly what they want [and need]. In this particular kitchen, the existing soffits and high slanted ceilings added a layer of complexity to the lighting layout and upper perimeter cabinets. While a space needs to look good, it also needs to function well. This meant making the most of the height of the room and accounting for the varied ceiling features, while also giving Tina everything she wanted and more. Pendants and task lighting paired with an abundance of natural light amplify the bright aesthetic. The cabinetry layout and design compliments the soffits with subtle profile details that bring everything together. The tile selections add visual interest, drawing the eye to the focal area above the range. Glass-doored cabinets further customize the space and give the illusion of even more height within the room. While her family may be grown and out of the house, Tina was focused on adding function without sacrificing a stunning aesthetic and dreamy finishes that make the kitchen the gathering place of any home. It was time to love her kitchen again, and if you’re wondering what she loves most, it’s the niche with glass door cabinetry and open shelving for display paired with the marble mosaic backsplash over the range and complimenting hood. Each of these features is a stunning point of interest within the kitchen – both brag-worthy additions to a perimeter layout that previously felt limited and lacking. Whether your remodel is the result of special needs in your home or simply the excitement of focusing your energy on creating a fun new aesthetic, we are here for it. We love a good challenge because there is always a way to make a space better – adding function and beauty simultaneously.

This kitchen remodel was for two empty nesters. Their townhouse had a small working space in the kitchen with a little breakfast nook that served more as a drop zone and storage area than functional kitchen space. We completely reconfigures the spaced by moving the sink and range to the long wall adding a beverage center and drop zone as you enter through the garage and a small island for prep and conversation. The finishes include maple stained cabinet, as they didn’t want a white kitchen, with a dark blue island . They love traveling and collecting momentous from their favorite destinations. The Italian hand blown glass pendant over the sink tied the space together and made it feel special to their style. Overall, the flow is much more functional and offers ample counter space. They love working at the island when making cookies with their grandson.

This small island was custom sized to accomodate the narrow dimensions of the kitchen. It is small but provides loads of storage for pots, pans and baking items.

An inviting kitchen space - designed to make the most out of family time.
Mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Indianapolis with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, vinyl floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

This twin home was the perfect home for these empty nesters – retro-styled bathrooms, beautiful fireplace and built-ins, and a spectacular garden. The only thing the home was lacking was a functional kitchen space. The old kitchen had three entry points – one to the dining room, one to the back entry, and one to a hallway. The hallway entry was closed off to create a more functional galley style kitchen that isolated traffic running through and allowed for much more countertop and storage space. The clients wanted a transitional style that mimicked their design choices in the rest of the home. A medium wood stained base cabinet was chosen to warm up the space and create contrast against the soft white upper cabinets. The stove was given two resting points on each side, and a large pantry was added for easy-access storage. The original box window at the kitchen sink remains, but the same granite used for the countertops now sits on the sill of the window, as opposed to the old wood sill that showed all water stains and wears. The granite chosen (Nevaska Granite) is a wonderful color mixture of browns, greys, whites, steely blues and a hint of black. A travertine tile backsplash accents the warmth found in the wood tone of the base cabinets and countertops. Elegant lighting was installed as well as task lighting to compliment the bright, natural light in this kitchen. A flip-up work station will be added as another work point for the homeowners – likely to be used for their stand mixer while baking goodies with their grandkids. Wallpaper adds another layer of visual interest and texture. The end result is an elegant and timeless design that the homeowners will gladly use for years to come. Tour this project in person, September 28 – 29, during the 2019 Castle Home Tour!

Mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white appliances, laminate floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Inspiration for a contemporary galley kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, black appliances, a peninsula, grey floor and white benchtop.

This customer wanted to completely update the kitchen making it more modern, in preparation for possibly selling it in the next few years. The design, which included two-tone base and upper cabinets, Cambria SummerHill Quartz, chrome cabinet hardware, arabesque marble backsplash tile, and undercabinet lighting made the final product simply stellar!

Amelia Lawson-Kelleway
Traditional galley kitchen in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, grey splashback, with island and grey benchtop.

Deckenhohe Schränke sorgen für maximalen Stauraum. Die offenen, integrierten Regale mit Vollholzwänden fungieren als Vitrinen und sind echte Hingucker.

Edle Wohnküche mit Kochinsel und einer rückwärtigen Back-Kitchen hinter der satinierten Glasschiebetür. Arbeitsflächen mit Silvertouch-Edelstahl Oberflächen und charaktervollen Asteiche-Oberflächen. Ausgestattet mit Premium-Geräten von Miele und Bora für ein Kocherlebnis auf höchstem Niveau. Planung, Ausführung und Montage aus einer Hand: rabe-innenausbau © Silke Rabe

Design ideas for a mediterranean galley open plan kitchen in San Luis Obispo with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors, with island and brown floor.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley separate kitchen in Chicago with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, no island and blue floor.

Mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in London with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

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Small country galley eat-in kitchen in Calgary with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, metallic splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, laminate floors, a peninsula and multi-coloured floor.

Complete home remodel with updated front exterior, kitchen, and master bathroom
This is an example of a large contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, brown cabinets, green splashback, glass tile splashback, laminate floors, brown floor, white benchtop and a peninsula.