Small traditional galley separate kitchen in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

Cedar Grove Remodel

Steeplechase Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and a peninsula.

Contemporary Laminate

Custom Cabinets by Design

This home was designed by Contour Interior Design, LLC-Nina Magon and Built by Capital Builders. This picture is the property of Contour Interior Design-Nina Magon.

Kitchen

De Mattei Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Bartlett Kitchen Renovation

MiniMax Kitchen & Bath Gallery

Small transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors and no island.

96 Golden Beach

SDH Studio Architecture and Interior Design

SDH Studio - Architecture and Design Location: Golden Beach, Florida, USA Overlooking the canal in Golden Beach 96 GB was designed around a 27 foot triple height space that would be the heart of this home. With an emphasis on the natural scenery, the interior architecture of the house opens up towards the water and fills the space with natural light and greenery.

Apartment Renovation

Bromley Caldari Architects PC

Large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances, granite benchtops, porcelain floors, a peninsula and grey floor.

Bloomfield Renovation

Tutto Interiors

Complete restructure of this lower level. This space was a 2nd bedroom that proved to be the perfect space for this galley kitchen which holds all that a full kitchen has. ....John Carlson Photography

North of Nell

Anne Grice Interiors

Full height glass tile and polished resin upper cabinets create a clean, bright look in the kitchen.
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley kitchen in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback, an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, with island, porcelain floors, glass tile splashback and dark wood cabinets.

Society Hill Townhouse

k YODER design, LLC

The wide galley kitchen features Bulthaup cabinetry with fully-integrated appliances and dual sinks on opposite work surfaces. © Jeffrey Totaro, photographer

POWDERHORN KITCHEN

i.d. | interior design

A series of small cramped rooms at the back of this clients house made the spaces inefficient and non-functional. By removing walls and combining the spaces, the kitchen was allowed to span the entire width of the back of the house. A combination of painted and wood finishes ties the new space to the rest of the historic home while also showcasing the colorful and eclectic tastes of the client.

RLD apt | 100 mq

kkarchitecture

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Turin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, white floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Bernal Heights Sustainable Kitchen

Sabrina Alfin Interiors

View of induction cooktop wall, including a wall oven and a 36" french door refrigerator. A bright orange backsplash of 4 x 4 ceramic tile adds brightness to the two-tone white/green cabinets.

Framework House

Amos Goldreich Architecture

Amos Goldreich Architecture has completed an asymmetric brick extension that celebrates light and modern life for a young family in North London. The new layout gives the family distinct kitchen, dining and relaxation zones, and views to the large rear garden from numerous angles within the home. The owners wanted to update the property in a way that would maximise the available space and reconnect different areas while leaving them clearly defined. Rather than building the common, open box extension, Amos Goldreich Architecture created distinctly separate yet connected spaces both externally and internally using an asymmetric form united by pale white bricks. Previously the rear plan of the house was divided into a kitchen, dining room and conservatory. The kitchen and dining room were very dark; the kitchen was incredibly narrow and the late 90’s UPVC conservatory was thermally inefficient. Bringing in natural light and creating views into the garden where the clients’ children often spend time playing were both important elements of the brief. Amos Goldreich Architecture designed a large X by X metre box window in the centre of the sitting room that offers views from both the sitting area and dining table, meaning the clients can keep an eye on the children while working or relaxing. Amos Goldreich Architecture enlivened and lightened the home by working with materials that encourage the diffusion of light throughout the spaces. Exposed timber rafters create a clever shelving screen, functioning both as open storage and a permeable room divider to maintain the connection between the sitting area and kitchen. A deep blue kitchen with plywood handle detailing creates balance and contrast against the light tones of the pale timber and white walls. The new extension is clad in white bricks which help to bounce light around the new interiors, emphasise the freshness and newness, and create a clear, distinct separation from the existing part of the late Victorian semi-detached London home. Brick continues to make an impact in the patio area where Amos Goldreich Architecture chose to use Stone Grey brick pavers for their muted tones and durability. A sedum roof spans the entire extension giving a beautiful view from the first floor bedrooms. The sedum roof also acts to encourage biodiversity and collect rainwater. Continues Amos Goldreich, Director of Amos Goldreich Architecture says: “The Framework House was a fantastic project to work on with our clients. We thought carefully about the space planning to ensure we met the brief for distinct zones, while also keeping a connection to the outdoors and others in the space. “The materials of the project also had to marry with the new plan. We chose to keep the interiors fresh, calm, and clean so our clients could adapt their future interior design choices easily without the need to renovate the space again.” Clients, Tom and Jennifer Allen say: “I couldn’t have envisioned having a space like this. It has completely changed the way we live as a family for the better. We are more connected, yet also have our own spaces to work, eat, play, learn and relax.” “The extension has had an impact on the entire house. When our son looks out of his window on the first floor, he sees a beautiful planted roof that merges with the garden.”

Grace of light

Bellas Artes

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley open plan kitchen in Valencia with an integrated sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

A Kitchen with a View

Irons Brothers Construction Inc

A retired teacher and grandmother, our client raised her family in this Valley view home. With amazing potential for an enhanced territorial view, this project had been on our client’s mind for quite some time. She was very particular in selecting us as her design and build team. With deep roots in her community, it was important to her that she works with a local community-based team to design a new space, while respecting its roots and craftsmanship, that her late husband had helped build.

Coastal Kitchen Renovation

Cyndi Hopkins Design

Galley kitchen with quartz, glass tile and maple cabinets
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Austin with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

Proyectos Realizados

AMIDA EMPRESAS MATARO SL

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley separate kitchen in Barcelona with an undermount sink, white cabinets, tile benchtops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, no island and white benchtop.

LG & LG Signature Kitchen

Jeannette Salazar Interior Design. LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley open plan kitchen in Albuquerque with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, beige floor and white benchtop.

2nd St

McCraw Design & Development

John Ellis
Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, a peninsula, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Galley Kitchen with Porcelain Floors 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!