Leicht by Vogue Kitchens - West London Contemporary Open Plan Kitchen

As part of a rear extension leading to a garden via two sets of bi-folding doors, this bright open plan kitchen comprises a larger lifestyle space with a living and dining area. It was designed by Jo Johal, managing director of Vogue Kitchens, using furniture by premium German brand, Leicht. The client has a large family, is a keen cook and likes to regularly entertain, so the kitchen was designed with those requirements in mind. This contemporary handleless kitchen features a wealth of storage with one wall featuring a run of tall lacquered gloss cabinets in Frosty White colourway with carcases in Platinum, together with overhead cupboards in the same finish that are lit from beneath via LED’s. Further undercounter units and pull-out drawers are also in Platinum and integrated within the undercounter storage is a 60cm Siemens dishwasher. Internal storage is highly detailed with lots of shelving, drawer units and a full cookware centre incorporated. Breaking the run of overhead units is a section of backlit decorative shelving for glassware and crockery. To the right of the kitchen the tall units include an integrated fridge and freezer, and to the left there are further tall cabinets that house a bank of ovens by Siemens, which include a 60cm oven next to a 45cm steam oven with a 14cm warming drawer beneath – all fitted at waist level to make it easier to view what’s cooking. Situated within the Quartzform worktop against the back wall is a wet area for food preparation with a sink and tap by Blanco and a Boiling Water Tap by Quooker. The central island is designed so that the cook can face out to the room, whilst entertaining. It is also designed in an L-shape to accommodate seating on two sides. The undercounter units are featured in a laminate finish in Liton grey colourway and the Quartzform worktop in Veined Michelangelo corresponds with the same worktop colour behind. Installed within are two types of hobs, a 90cm gas hob and 30cm domino induction hob, all by Siemens. A the front of the island is a 60cm wine cooler by Caple, while a ceiling extractor by Air Uno is directly above. Three long pendant lights are located above the island.

Westminister Addition

Mass Architect, LLC

In-law suite addition poolside
Mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Laurelhurst

Rockwood Cabinetry

Remodel by Hammer & Hand Interior Design by Casework Photos by Carly Diaz
Inspiration for a mid-sized galley eat-in kitchen in Portland with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Cool Modern Kitchen Design - Grosse Pointe Woods

Woodmaster Kitchens

This modern style kitchen design in Grosse Pointe Woods features light wood finished shaker style custom Woodmaster kitchen cabinets. The frameless cabinets have soft closing doors and drawers, with special 48" wall cabinets in the buffet area and 1/8" clear glass in the top part of the door. The cabinetry is accented by Atlas Hardware, Mont Quartz countertop, and Virginia Tile Vallelunga Calacatta porcelain subway tile backsplash with Schluter trim. Task Lighting buffet lighting including undercabinet, above cabinet, and in cabinet lights illuminate the space. GE appliances feature throughout this kitchen remodel including a GE Profile over the range convection microwave oven. The team also refinished hardwood floors to complete the design.

Однушка в Отраде

Дизайн-бюро Новое Место

This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Hermann Homestead

Integrated Resources Group

Design by Gina Rachelle Design. Photography by Max Maloney.
Design ideas for a transitional galley kitchen in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Transitional Cottage Kitchen in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Forward Design Build Remodel

A love of bread making in this family meant they needed multiple prep areas and better storage solutions.
Inspiration for a small beach style galley eat-in kitchen in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Claremont

son & son architects

Contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Perth with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, grey benchtop and brown floor.

Parkway Cucina

Julie Deuble

Bright, open kitchen and refinished butler's pantry Photo credit Kim Smith
Design ideas for a large transitional galley kitchen in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor, grey benchtop and with island.

San Diego Kitchen and Mudroom

Carl Pallini LLC

Heritage Bertazzoni Stove
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Fir Balsam | Kitchen

WREEDONE ("re-done")

Design ideas for a large transitional galley open plan kitchen in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Storage aplenty with this well planned Walk In Pantry

Ultimate Kitchens & Bathrooms

Most people would relate to the typical floor plan of a 1980's Brick Veneer home. Disconnected living spaces with closed off rooms, the original layout comprised of a u shaped kitchen with an archway leading to the adjoining dining area that hooked around to a living room behind the kitchen wall. The client had put a lot of thought into their requirements for the renovation, knowing building works would be involved. After seeing Ultimate Kitchens and Bathrooms projects feature in various magazines, they approached us confidently, knowing we would be able to manage this scale of work alongside their new dream kitchen. Our designer, Beata Brzozowska worked closely with the client to gauge their ideals. The space was transformed with the archway wall between the being replaced by a beam to open up the run of the space to allow for a galley style kitchen. An idealistic walk in pantry was then cleverly incorporated to the design, where all storage needs could be concealed behind sliding doors. This gave scope for the bench top to be clutter free leading out to an alfresco space via bi-fold bay windows which acted as a servery. An island bench at the living end side creates a great area for children to sit engaged in their homework or for another servery area to the interior zone. A lot of research had been undertaken by this client before contacting us at Ultimate Kitchens & Bathrooms. Photography: Marcel Voestermans

Custom Home, Palm Harbor, FL

Homes By Southern Image

A kitchen designed for someone who loves to cook. The center island accommodates four stools. A large pantry features frosted glass sliding barn doors. Open shelving provides space for colorful accents while generous cabinet space stores everything else neatly out of sight. A raised ceiling above the island area baths the entire area with natural light.

moderne Küche mit griffloser Front

MILANO küchen.werk GmbH

Christoph Reichelt
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen in Dresden with black appliances, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a peninsula, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Irvine Kitchen

White Diamond Cabinets & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, with island, grey floor, grey benchtop and an undermount sink.

Summit_4

Kekic Construction

Inspiration for a transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Navy Contemporary

BeSpace - kitchens/bedrooms/living

Mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Dublin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

White kitchen with Unique Island

J. Peterson Design, LLC

This Coffee station was a request of the homeowner. We also made room for a basic microwave to be concealed behind the cabinet doors. Drawers below house the coffee supplies while the cup are stored up above.

Chelsea Townhouse renovation

Tim Clarke-Payton.com

Tim Clarke-Payton
Large modern galley eat-in kitchen with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, mirror splashback, black appliances, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Los Altos Home

Quinn Morgan Design

Design ideas for a midcentury galley open plan kitchen in Other with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Galley Kitchen with Grey Benchtop 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!