If you are thinking about tackling a kitchen remodel, the layout of the space is always imperative, especially if home cooking is your passion. When it comes down to it, the galley kitchen is as versatile, durable and simple as can be. If you’re considering a galley kitchen layout or remodeling the one you have, here’s everything you need to know about it.
About the Galley Kitchen
A galley kitchen is a long, narrow kitchen with basic features such as cabinets, counters, and appliances located on one or both sides of a central walkway. It is also known as a “corridor” or “walkthrough” kitchen because the foot traffic is situated on a long, narrow aisle.
Because of how small it is, a galley kitchen is often less expensive to remodel compared to other layouts. It is also a more efficient layout for food preparation and cooking. Since the stove, sink, refrigerator, cabinets and counters are clustered together, navigation only requires a few small steps.
Design Tips for Your Galley Kitchen
Implementing the galley layout in your kitchen renovation project allows for cost-effective design. For one, the cost of countertops and cabinets is minimized given the limited space. It also means there will be less kitchen flooring to purchase. To get the most out of your project, consider these design tips:
- Stick to the basics. Forget about adding an island or a breakfast bar because neither has a place in the galley layout.
- Choose your galley look. Focus on the placement of features such as upper and lower cabinets, counters and the sink inside your galley kitchen. In a symmetrical layout, the length of the runs and the arrangement of the kitchen features mirror each other. In an asymmetrical layout, you can put tall and wall units on one side and base units on the other.
- Beautify the wall space. A wall to close off one end of the galley kitchen gives the cook greater awareness of who is coming and going. Make good use of the wall space by adding open shelving or a piece of artwork.
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As the leading home remodel contractor in the area, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen takes a distinctive, full-service approach to each remodeling project. Contact us today so we can discuss your galley kitchen remodeling plans! Call (910) 212-5889 or fill out our contact form to get started. We serve homeowners in Wilmington as well as Cape Fear, New Hanover, Landfall and other nearby areas.
