Galley Kitchen with Brass Planter Box/ice and drinks sink
Inspiration for a large modern galley kitchen pantry in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, black appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Brighton Renovation and Extension

Sherbrooke Design and Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, white splashback, concrete floors and grey floor.

Elk Country Estate_French Country_Walk in Pantry

Cascade Builders & Associates Inc.

Mid-sized u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, medium hardwood floors, no island, open cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback and subway tile splashback.

Morgan Creek Estate

Herlong Architects

Small beach style galley kitchen pantry in Charleston with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Jewel-toned Backsplash

Susan Wagner Designs

Concrete subway tiles handcrafted in our Santa Cruz, California studio alternate with bands of reflective jewel-tone glass.
Large modern single-wall kitchen pantry in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, no island, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, stainless steel appliances and medium hardwood floors.

Spanish Bohemian in South Pasadena

Charmean Neithart Interiors

www.erikabiermanphotography.com
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and with island.

Pantry With Custom Open Shelving

Christopher Scott Cabinetry and Design Inc.

Open shelving in this pantry allows for the family to showcase their personality while also providing storage space for less-used objects like candle sticks and vases.

Studs Out Remodel - Eastpoint Country Club

Big Bear Developers LLC

Customized to perfection, a remarkable work of art at the Eastpoint Country Club combines superior craftsmanship that reflects the impeccable taste and sophisticated details. An impressive entrance to the open concept living room, dining room, sunroom, and a chef’s dream kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances and finishes. The breathtaking LED backlit quartz island and bar are the perfect accents that steal the show.

Lupton Drive

Julian Design

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Small Kitchen Feature

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designers: Corey Johnson & Michael Simpson; Photography by Yvonne Menegal
Design ideas for a small modern galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Butler Pantry - After

Refresh Renovations Auckland West

Butler pantry (previously the main bathroom).
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in Auckland with a drop-in sink, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Chanel Chic Renovation

By Design Interiors, Inc.

Located behind the Kitchen is the pantry area. It’s unique design shares a hallway with the dramatic black mudroom and is accessed through a custom-built ‘hidden’ door along the range wall. The goal of this funky space is to mix causal details of the floating wooden shelves, durable, geometric cement floor tiles, with more the prominent elements of a hammered brass sink and turquoise lower cabinets.

Butcher Block Kitchen

Tim Crowe

We took this kitchen and modernized it with updated cabinets, a butcher block, subway tile backsplash and new appliances.
Small country u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, white floor and black benchtop.

Northcote Home

smarterBATHROOMS+

Photography by Tom Roe
Large scandinavian galley kitchen pantry in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, cork floors and with island.

Lexington Transformation, MA

G and S Installation USA, LLC.

Choosing anodized aluminum for the kitchen cabinets takes full advantage of the light, creating a luminescent sheen. In the butler’s pantry, a high-gloss sand gray lacquer with aluminum edges maximizes the reflection from the large new windows. The generous use of Calcutta marble adds the note of elegance the client desired.

Apartment Remodel in Brooklyn

2MO

The kitchen has a sleek and modern look. The cabinets have lighting on the bottom allowing for more light to come in without disrupting the look of the space.

Portfolio

Wuu Designs

A simple kitchen update with paint and new brass hardware
This is an example of a small transitional galley kitchen pantry in New York with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, linoleum floors and no island.

Randwick - Kitchen, laundry plus joinery

Love Coming Home

Modern kitchen with gripless handles, lift up bi-fold doors, walk in pantry, built in fridge, soft close drawers and doors, Caesar stone bench top and glass splash back with a digital image of San Francisco

Spanish Bohemian in South Pasadena

Charmean Neithart Interiors

www.erikabiermanphotography.com
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, terra-cotta floors and with island.

Bucks County Farmhouse Kitchen

Billingham Built, LLC

Laura Billingham Photography
Small country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and brown floor.

Kitchen Pantry with a Drop-in 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!