75 Kitchen Ideas for Every Layout and Style

Opting for a dark aesthetic in your galley kitchen introduces an element of depth and drama. Dark cabinetry in colors like rich brown, deep grey, or black can provide a striking contrast against pale walls and flooring. This contrast adds visual interest and enhances the perception of depth in the space, making the kitchen seem larger than it is. This style features an open layout, often with one wall removed to create a more spacious and connected feel.

The black-on-black kitchen cabinets, sink, range, and flooring seem to fit perfectly with what you would expect the home of French fashion designer and Hermès creative director Pierre Hardy to represent. The cream-colored walls and ceilings break up the dark monotone, but still complement the avant-garde environment. According to the designer, Christine Vroom, “Our goal was to keep this space modern and minimal, but give it a casual beachy feel. Green is a very trendy and popular color for kitchens and a great choice for a galley kitchen.

Design Styles

‘When space is tight, it’s key to be clever with what you have,’ says Melanie Griffiths, editor, Period Living. ‘In a galley kitchen, consider creating a cozy nook with a window seat and a circular table . This charming corner in this Neptune designed kitchen enhances this space and note the shiplap, anything vertical will elongate and give the illusion of height. The very best decorative kitchen ideas include unusual visual elements, too. ‘Using UV protective varnishes on woods and light paint finishes on stable materials will significantly minimize sun damage to furniture and cabinets,’ says Peter Humphrey of Humphrey Munson. A wraparound extension can pretty much double the existing floor space, so is ideal if you want to create an open-play layout that incorporates kitchen, dining and living space in one large, open area.

  • Brass-finished cabinetry, marble countertops, and appliances by Miele provide a brilliant material contrast.
  • In this kitchen, designed by Kelly Behun, the city skyline takes center stage…because why wouldn’t it if you’re floating 53 stories above it all?
  • Reflective surfaces can work wonders in tight quarters, especially if you also have windows.
  • Simplify your space by eliminating unnecessary clutter and excess furniture to create a serene and spacious ambiance.

It also creates ample storage space without cluttering the kitchen so that you can make the most out of your square footage. Having many colors and patterns can make the kitchen feel cluttered and tight, whereas focusing on a single color and material doesn’t. Instead, the eye fixes on the kitchen entirely rather than jumping around from color to color to pattern. Similarly, reducing the number of cabinets and drawers in your kitchen will open up space too.