This is an example of a modern galley separate kitchen in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and with island.

This is an example of a large contemporary galley separate kitchen in Barcelona with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, tile benchtops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

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Contemporary galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors and with island.

A beautiful kitchen with a curved flooring which guides visitors to the other side of the island away from the dangers of the cooking areas
Inspiration for a large country galley separate kitchen in Surrey with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and glass sheet splashback.

Brad Peebles
Small asian single-wall separate kitchen in Hawaii with a double-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, multiple islands, window splashback and beige floor.

Desiring a whimsical French Country style with a twist, we used playful yet sophisticated colors. A creamy, whipped butter, color was paired with a burnt orange to create contrast and interest. The orange is unexpected- introducing the whimsical flare the client was after. This small galley kitchen is packed to the brim with features. Photos by Andy Warren

High function for an avid cook: storage, durability and enough beauty to be sitting in the living room. High gloss foil sets the deep blue island apart as in inviting place to hang out.

Inspired by their years in Japan and California and their Scandinavian heritage, we updated this 1938 home with a earthy palette and clean lines. Rift-cut white oak cabinetry, white quartz counters and a soft green tile backsplash are balanced with details that reference the home's history. Classic light fixtures soften the modern elements. We created a new arched opening to the living room and removed the trim around other doorways to enlarge them and mimic original arched openings. Removing an entry closet and breakfast nook opened up the overall footprint and allowed for a functional work zone that includes great counter space on either side of the range, when they had none before.

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped separate kitchen in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

This craftsman style kitchen design will be the center of every social gathering and the focal point for family life. The kitchen offers ample workspace and storage, including an island with seating and a tall pantry with pull out storage. The highlight of the kitchen is a large bi-fold tract window at the sink area that allows a serving area for both outdoor and indoor entertaining.

Inspiration for a small transitional separate kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets and medium hardwood floors.

Julie Mikos
This is an example of a midcentury galley separate kitchen in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances and no island.

Innovative book and magazine storage
Mid-sized l-shaped separate kitchen in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

The owners of a charming home in the hills west of Paso Robles recently decided to remodel their not-so-charming kitchen. Referred to San Luis Kitchen by several of their friends, the homeowners visited our showroom and soon decided we were the best people to design a kitchen fitting the style of their home. We were delighted to get to work on the project right away. When we arrived at the house, we found a small, cramped and out-dated kitchen. The ceiling was low, the cabinets old fashioned and painted a stark dead white, and the best view in the house was neglected in a seldom-used breakfast nook (sequestered behind the kitchen peninsula). This kitchen was also handicapped by white tile counters with dark grout, odd-sized and cluttered cabinets, and small ‘desk’ tacked on to the side of the oven cabinet. Due to a marked lack of counter space & inadequate storage the homeowner had resorted to keeping her small appliances on a little cart parked in the corner and the garbage was just sitting by the wall in full view of everything! On the plus side, the kitchen opened into a nice dining room and had beautiful saltillo tile floors. Remodel using Wood-Mode cabinets. Mrs. Homeowner loves to entertain and often hosts dinner parties for her friends. She enjoys visiting with her guests in the kitchen while putting the finishing touches on the evening’s meal. Sadly, her small kitchen really limited her interactions with her guests – she often felt left out of the mix at her own parties! This savvy homeowner dreamed big – a new kitchen that would accommodate multiple workstations, have space for guests to gather but not be in the way, and maybe a prettier transition from the kitchen to the dining (wine service area or hutch?) – while managing the remodel budget by reusing some of her major appliances and keeping (patching as needed) her existing floors. Responding to the homeowner’s stated wish list and the opportunities presented by the home's setting and existing architecture, the designers at San Luis Kitchen decided to expand the kitchen into the breakfast nook. This change allowed the work area to be reoriented to take advantage of the great view – we replaced the existing window and added another while moving the door to gain space. A second sink and set of refrigerator drawers (housing fresh fruits & veggies) were included for the convenience of this mainly vegetarian cook – her prep station. The clean-up area now boasts a farmhouse style single bowl sink – adding to the ‘cottage’ charm. We located a new gas cook-top between the two workstations for easy access from each. Also tucked in here is a pullout trash/recycle cabinet for convenience and additional drawers for storage. Running parallel to the work counter we added a long butcher-block island with easy-to-access open shelves for the avid cook and seating for friendly guests placed just right to take in the view. A counter-top garage is used to hide excess small appliances. Glass door cabinets and open shelves are now available to display the owners beautiful dishware. The microwave was placed inconspicuously on the end of the island facing the refrigerator – easy access for guests (and extraneous family members) to help themselves to drinks and snacks while staying out of the cook’s way. We also moved the pantry storage away from the dining room (putting it on the far wall and closer to the work triangle) and added a furniture-like hutch in its place allowing the more formal dining area to flow seamlessly into the up-beat work area of the kitchen. This space is now also home (opposite wall) to an under counter wine refrigerator, a liquor cabinet and pretty glass door wall cabinet for stemware storage – meeting Mr. Homeowner’s desire for a bar service area. And then the aesthetic: an old-world style country cottage theme. The homeowners wanted the kitchen to have a warm feel while still loving the look of white cabinetry. San Luis Kitchen melded country-casual knotty pine base cabinets with vintage hand-brushed creamy white wall cabinets to create the desired cottage look. We also added bead board and mullioned glass doors for charm, used an inset doorstyle on the cabinets for authenticity, and mixed stone and wood counters to create an eclectic nuance in the space. All in all, the happy homeowners now boast a charming county cottage kitchen with plenty of space for entertaining their guests while creating gourmet meals to feed them. Credits: Custom cabinetry by Wood-Mode Contracting by Michael Pezzato of Lost Coast Construction Stone counters by Pyramid M.T.M.

Inspiration for a contemporary separate kitchen in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and quartz benchtops.

In transforming their Aspen retreat, our clients sought a departure from typical mountain decor. With an eclectic aesthetic, we lightened walls and refreshed furnishings, creating a stylish and cosmopolitan yet family-friendly and down-to-earth haven. This kitchen is all about functionality and elegance. With a strategic reconfiguration for ample storage, a harmonious blend of open and closed shelving, and an island with elegant seating, every detail is meticulously crafted. The overhead hanging system for pots and pans adds both practicality and aesthetic appeal. ---Joe McGuire Design is an Aspen and Boulder interior design firm bringing a uniquely holistic approach to home interiors since 2005. For more about Joe McGuire Design, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/earthy-mountain-modern

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped separate kitchen in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

La zone jour est composée de trois espaces distincts tout en étant liés les uns aux autres par une grande verrière structurante réalisée en chêne. Le séjour est le lieu où se retrouve la famille, où elle accueille, en lien avec la cuisine pour la préparation des repas, mais aussi avec la salle d’étude pour surveiller les devoirs des quatre petits écoliers. Elle pourra évoluer en salle de jeux, de lecture ou de salon annexe. Cette composition offre à chaque membre de la famille la possibilité de réaliser ses propres activités sans se perdre de vue tout en permettant de s’isoler si nécessaire, dans une ambiance apaisante et douce apportée par l’enveloppe du bois présent en parquet au sol, fabriquant le mobilier sur mesure et exposé en charpente. Photographe Lucie Thomas