This month at Kitchen Design Centre, we’re going to be taking a closer look at some of the most common kitchen shapes out there, and offering up some crafty ideas to help you make the most of your space. This week, it’s the turn of the small but mighty Galley Kitchens!
Originally, “Galley Kitchens” referred to a ship’s kitchen, which was typically designed to be long and thin, making the most of the limited space on board. With long rows of units fitted both on floor level and above the work surfaces, a galley kitchen features a long strip of walking space.
When it comes to galley kitchens, old Victorian terraced houses, like those found in the big cities, are the typical compact homes that favour this kind of kitchen configuration.
Keep it light and bright
Space is of the essence in galley kitchens, whether it’s creating it, saving it or giving the illusion of it! When dealing with a galley shaped kitchen, householders might struggle to prevent the room feeling dark, dim and closed-off: it’s fair to say that we don’t live in the sunniest of countries, so make light and bright your aim:
Think in 3D!
Galley kitchens are low on surface area – both in terms of floor and worktops. While it can tempting to keep appliances on work surfaces, this will close off the space and leave you feeling hemmed in. Think of your kitchen in 3D terms and you’ll find yourself with more room and less hassle.
While wall cupboards are an essential part of galley kitchens, beware of having two opposing rows of units all the way along your room. For a less claustrophobic design, opt for a variety of cupboard heights, open shelving or glass-front, interior-lit units on one side.
When looking for inspiration for galley shaped kitchens, folks are spoilt for choice at Kitchen Design Centre. While many of the kitchens we create are large and feature island or peninsula formations, we’re also experts on making the most of a small but beautiful space. Book a free kitchen design visit from one of our talented team to find out how we can get your galley kitchen ship shape!
Storage and organisations are a top priority in kitchens.
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Touches of Traditional Style.
With decorating styles like American and cottage resurfacing in new ways, anticipate more traditional elements coming back into the kitchen too.
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Windows will be the focal point in 2023. whether updating an existing space or designing a new kitchen. "We can expect to see kitchens having huge windows walls that slide open or into pocket walls, merging the indoor-outdoor spaces together.
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A closer look at our beautiful kitchen designs.
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Built-in Banquettes
A banquette moment in the latest design project "the trend of incorporating the kitchen with living and dining continues".
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