Wallpaper is another brilliant way to build dimension and add character to a small kitchen. If the idea of an entire wall or room doesn’t seem like your style, consider accent touches here and there. Not only do they ground the space and offer a touch of personality, but they also can provide some cushion in an area where you’re sometimes on your feet for long periods. For this space, consider a washable rug option that you’re not afraid to dirty, and use anti-slip grips to keep it in place. Don’t be afraid to truly personalize your kitchen and make it a space that feels cozy, lived-in, and welcoming.

• This will give you a good starting point for determining the size and shape of your kitchen.
• Designer Suzanne Rheinstein and architect Christopher Manson-Hing created this open-concept kitchen in Santa Barbara, California.
• The one shown below comes with a sleek appeal with its glossy and shiny lacquered finish.

If you have the floor space, why not opt for a full-on open plan kitchen, creating a three-in-one space with a kitchen, dining room and a lounge. This is the ultimate set-up for entertaining, after all, and works well for larger families. If you’ve got a stainless steel kitchen surface then mix things up with some wooden bar stools and use a different type of wood for the table, like in this contemporary kitchen. Dark shades and natural stone create a grown up kitchen with a luxe feel. The sheen of polished stone tends to reflect light so there will still be a natural play of light across the surface.

Galley kitchen floor plans

A colorful blue runner on the dark hardwood floors of this galley kitchen from Desiree Burns Interiors creates a focal point in the functional, all-white space. Concentrate your kitchen cabinets and appliances on a single wall to create an open, uncluttered feel in any size kitchen. This London space from Pluck Kitchens maximizes storage with built-in ovens and both lower and upper cabinetry, leaving the floor space clear for easy circulation.

• While prefabricated kitchen cabinets are less expensive than custom-built cabinetry installed by a professional, they will not stand up over time, potentially costing you more in the long run.
• Designs, the likelihood of designs, and appropriateness are dependent factors.
• Another key characteristic of traditional Nigerian kitchens is their communal nature.
• Depending on the design of your kitchen layout, pick modular units that can give you the best storage options to optimize the space available.
• Under-cabinet lighting is also becoming more common as it allows for better visibility in countertop work areas.
• From sleek minimalism to transitional aesthetics, these cabinets adapt effortlessly to your vision.

Like white, grey is great backdrop color that you can easily pair with other colors to create new looks. We have a whole gallery of grey kitchen ideas if you want more inspiration and to see how different grey tones look in a space. This kitchen from Living With Lolo has a soft modern feel thanks to a light palette of whites and pearl gray finishes mixed with light wood accents and warm metallics. This Northern California kitchen from Cathie Hong Interiors is lit by a supersized skylight that lets natural light pour down from above onto the cooking space and central island. A simple roller shade on the kitchen window provides privacy while letting light flow through. One of the fastest ways to make your kitchen feel modern is to add sleek integrated lighting.