Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, a peninsula, multi-coloured benchtop, a farmhouse sink, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

The Oakcrest - Kitchen

Snowden Builders LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley eat-in kitchen in Grand Rapids with laminate floors, brown floor, a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island and beige benchtop.

Craftsman Charm

Susan Yeley Homes

Like most of our projects, we can't gush about this reno—a new kitchen and mudroom, ensuite closet and pantry—without gushing about the people who live there. The best projects, we always say, are the ones in which client, contractor and design team are all present throughout, conception to completion, each bringing their particular expertise to the table and forming a cohesive, trustworthy team that is mutually invested in a smooth and successful process. They listen to each other, give the benefit of the doubt to each other, do what they say they'll do. This project exemplified that kind of team, and it shows in the results. Most obvious is the opening up of the kitchen to the dining room, decompartmentalizing somewhat a century-old bungalow that was originally quite purposefully compartmentalized. As a result, the kitchen had to become a place one wanted to see clear through from the front door. Inset cabinets and carefully selected details make the functional heart of the house equal in elegance to the more "public" gathering spaces, with their craftsman depth and detail. An old back porch was converted to interior space, creating a mudroom and a much-needed ensuite walk-in closet. A new, larger deck went on: Phase One of an extensive design for outdoor living, that we all hope will be realized over the next few years. Finally, a duplicative back stairwell was repurposed into a walk-in pantry. Modernizing often means opening spaces up for more casual living and entertaining, and/or making better use of dead space. In this re-conceptualized old house, we did all of that, creating a back-of-the-house that is now bright and cheerful and new, while carefully incorporating meaningful vintage and personal elements. The best result of all: the clients are thrilled. And everyone who went in to the project came out of it friends. Contractor: Stumpner Building Services Cabinetry: Stoll’s Woodworking Photographer: Gina Rogers

The Old and the New

Square Footage Inc.

Transitional galley kitchen in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula and white benchtop.

Renovations and Additions to a Historic Tudor Estate in Pasadena

JAMES V. COANE & ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS

Inspiration for a traditional galley kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Wrottesley Road, London, NW10

Marsh & Parsons

Photo of a mid-sized tropical galley open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Bohemian Classic - Apartment Remodel

McCutcheon Construction Inc.

The old kitchen and pantry spaces were combined to create this spacious work area for the owner who is a renowned chef. Robert Vente Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, stainless steel appliances, no island, grey benchtop, vinyl floors and multi-coloured floor.

Mayfair Kitchen Update

Cook Design House

photos by Callie Hobbs Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, brown floor and white benchtop.

Oak framed kitchen extension

Woodford Architecture and Interiors

Paul Ryan Goff
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley open plan kitchen in Devon with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen & Bath Overhaul

Stacy Paulson Design

Meg Mulloy
Transitional galley kitchen in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Summit Kitchen

West End Cabinet Company LLC

This is an example of a large transitional galley separate kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, a peninsula and brown floor.

Private Cottage in Leipers Fork

Shapiro & Company Architects

This is an example of a traditional galley kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Chancellor Circle

Legacy Mill & Cabinet

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Goldsmith Avenue

Gotham Interiors

Mid-sized scandinavian galley kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Modern English Tudor

Hendel Homes

Susan Gilmore, butler's pantry
Large transitional galley separate kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and brown floor.

Bryn Mawr Project

Barrow Builders Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and with island.

Brooklyn Townhouse Renovation

Studio Geiger Architecture

Allyson Lubow
Design ideas for a mid-sized galley eat-in kitchen in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and beige floor.

HedgeHouse: West Hollywood Industrial Modern New Home

Boswell Construction

This is an example of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and grey floor.

Mohawk Trail

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

This Modern European kitchen is perfect for cooking and entertaining guests! We love the open layout that allows for a seamless flow throughout the space. Jyland Construction Management Company Scott Amundson Photography

Poncey Highlands Kitchen Renovation

Urban Purpose Design

Small traditional galley separate kitchen in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and no island.

Galley Kitchen with a Farmhouse 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!