Photo of a mid-sized country galley eat-in kitchen in London with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, black appliances, painted wood floors, with island, white benchtop and white floor.

Aspen Residence

Zone 4 Architects, LLC

Jason Dewey
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley eat-in kitchen in Denver with an integrated sink, metal splashback, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors, with island and brown floor.

525a Upper Changi Road

The Interior Place (S) Pte Ltd

Chee Keong Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary galley separate kitchen in Singapore with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback and black floor.

T Eatons Kitchen

Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.

D&M Images
This is an example of a contemporary galley kitchen in Other with stainless steel appliances, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback and metal splashback.

San Francisco Kitchen

User

Originally asked to resurface custom kitchen cabinets, Michael Merrill Design Studio finished this project with a completely new, crisp and ultra-modern design for the entire 815 square-foot home. Photos © John Sutton Photography

Fish Tale 1

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

Built by Award Winning, Certified Luxury Custom Home Builder SHELTER Custom-Built Living. Interior Details and Design- SHELTER Custom-Built Living Build-Design team. . Architect- DLB Custom Home Design INC.. Interior Decorator- Hollis Erickson Design.

Contemporary White and Gray Marble

Granite Transformations

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley separate kitchen in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, black appliances, porcelain floors and with island.

Kitchen

Skyring Architects

Large open plan kitchen and view up hallway towards the entry. www.laramasselos.com
Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Brisbane with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, metallic splashback and metal splashback.

Woodvalley House - Kitchen

Ziger|Snead Architects

Ziger/Snead Architects with Jenkins Baer Associates Photography by Alain Jaramillo
Photo of a contemporary galley kitchen in Baltimore with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, metallic splashback, metal splashback and panelled appliances.

Range Cooker

Danielle Lancaster Interiors

Mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Manchester with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

EmV Design Build

Robin Stancliff photo credits. This kitchen had a complete transformation, and now it is beautiful, bright, and much more accessible! To accomplish my goals for this kitchen, I had to completely demolish the walls surrounding the kitchen, only keeping the attractive exposed load bearing posts and the HVAC system in place. I also left the existing pony wall, which I turned into a breakfast area, to keep the electric wiring in place. A challenge that I encountered was that my client wanted to keep the original Saltillo tile that gives her home it’s Southwestern flair, while having an updated kitchen with a mid-century modern aesthetic. Ultimately, the vintage Saltillo tile adds a lot of character and interest to the new kitchen design. To keep things clean and minimal, all of the countertops are easy-to-clean white quartz. Since most of the cooking will be done on the new induction stove in the breakfast area, I added a uniquely textured three-dimensional backsplash to give a more decorative feel. Since my client wanted the kitchen to be disability compliant, we put the microwave underneath the counter for easy access and added ample storage space beneath the counters rather than up high. With a full view of the surrounding rooms, this new kitchen layout feels very open and accessible. The crisp white cabinets and wall color is accented by a grey island and updated lighting throughout. Now, my client has a kitchen that feels open and easy to maintain while being safe and useful for people with disabilities.

Dash90

DesignIY

All new products from Lowe's Countertop: Formica Marbled Cappuccino in Gloss fabricated by CounterForm-LLC Cabinets by Shenandoah Craftsmen: Creative Renovations Designed by: Marcus Lehman Photos by: Marcus Lehman

South Wing

Calidwell Homes

This room was was previously the dining room. Now a bright and airy kitchen with new French doors leading to the gardens
Design ideas for a transitional galley eat-in kitchen in Hertfordshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, painted wood floors, with island and grey benchtop.

rutledge st. residence - from open kitchen to the view

building Lab, inc.

this extensive whole house remodel in the bernal heights area of san francisco transforms the home from insular and compartmentalized to open and flowing. the most prominent moves include reorganization of and opening up the main stair, relocation of the kitchen and capture of space under house for master suite. the new stair draws light deep into the entry foyer and features a sculptural acrylic screen. the new open concept kitchen, dining, and living space emphasizes comfort, continuity and functionality while highlighting a spectacular panoramic view to downtown san francisco. architect: neal schwartz; photo by Matthew Millman .

Kitchen Dining Room

Danielle Lancaster Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley eat-in kitchen in Manchester with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, no island and white benchtop.

Surry Hills Warehouse

Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd

Our client wanted a unique, modern space that would pay tribute to the industrial history of the original factory building, yet remain an inviting space for entertaining, socialising and cooking. This project focused on designing an aesthetically pleasing, functional kitchen that complemented the industrial style of the building. The kitchen space needed to be impressive in its own right, without taking away from the main features of the open-plan living area. Every facet of the kitchen, from the smallest tile to the largest appliance was carefully considered. A combination of creative design and flawless joinery made it possible to use diverse materials such as stainless steel, reclaimed timbers, marble and reflective surfaces alongside integrated state-of-the-art appliances created an urbane, inner-city space suitable for large-scale entertaining or relaxing.

Manor Cove

Carlton Edwards

This room, formally a dining room was opened up to the great room and turned into a new kitchen. The entertainment style kitchen comes with a lot of custom detailing. The island is designed to look like a modern piece of furniture. The St. Laurent marble top is set down into a mahogany wood for a furniture-like feel. A custom server is between the kitchen and great room. The server mimics the island design with the mahogany and marble. We incorporated two lamps in the server to enhance its furniture-like feel. Interiors: Carlton Edwards in collaboration w/ Greg Baudouin

Cable Beach Kitchen

Sam Davison Interiors

Taryn Yeates Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley kitchen in Dunedin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, metallic splashback and metal splashback.

Gloucester Road Apartment

David Churchill - Architectural Photographer

Contemporary galley separate kitchen in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets and metal splashback.

Cory Merrill

Austin Signature Homes

This is an example of a country galley kitchen pantry in Denver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, metal splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

Galley Kitchen with Metal Splashback 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!