A small, narrow or corner kitchen, also known as the "galley", can be seen today in many houses. These are exact copies of small, but very effective cooking facilities that are on military ships. Its design attracts simplicity. These are only two walls and a small gap between them, which is not more than two steps. It all depends on how creatively you approach the design of such a kitchen, it can become even more stylish and functional than huge in size rooms.

Modern narrow kitchen with white edging on top - residential project (photo by Miguel Edwards)

As a rule, in order to make the building the most functional, you need a balanced combination of boxes for storing utensils. Also keep in mind that there should be as much light as possible, so the presence of a sufficient number of windows is mandatory.

Ideas for kitchen planning (photo by Halkin Photography LLC)

We will give you some useful tips for arranging a small kitchen, thanks to which you can transform it and visually increase it.

Such a design of the room with a lot of boxes and shelves will suit those who need more space for storing dishes. While part of the unnecessary constantly or rarely used dishes is stored in boxes, stainless steel utensils and household appliances of almost the same color and material as the handles on the headset drawers proudly adorn the special suspended racks.

Small and compact kitchens save a lot of space for most homeowners (photo by Cesar Rubio and Nic Lehoux)

Green theme in the design of a small kitchen-galley (from Erdreich Architecture)

Kitchen design with wooden furniture (from Howells Architecture + Design, LLC)

So, we have a task to maximize the narrow space of the kitchen. The project considered below is most effective for small rooms both in width and length. Its peculiarity is that the refrigerator, stove and dishwasher are very conveniently hidden, and there are racks on the wall, access to which is open. And thanks to the light color of the headset, freely opening up to the boxes and installing a large enough window for good natural lighting, this room becomes not only functional, but also stylish.

Furniture that saves and visually increases space (photo by Robert Dodge)

Roomy furniture and pantry (photo from Case Design)

Modern kitchen in a small area (from John Lum Architecture, Inc. AIA)

Традиционная тематика в белом цвете (от Titan & Co)

Rare combination of drawers and open racks

This particular idea will suit you, if there is a beautiful dish or expensive porcelain, which I would like to show. In this version, the boxes are located between household appliances, which allowed the use of free space as much as possible. You can arrange a beautiful porcelain dining set on open shelves, which will nicely decorate the room.

Practical house. Everything you need in the kitchen at your fingertips (photo from Vanni Archive)

Kitchen with a metal table top (photo from Alex Amend)

This project is created to help homeowners effectively perform all the necessary actions in the kitchen, no matter how small it is. Here, the best possible combination of functionality and the availability of free space. The best result in choosing furniture is achieved when a large number of options are considered. It is necessary to find one that will not only ideally fit the shape of the room, but also like you, be comfortable.

Trendy furniture (from architect Michelle Walker)

Traditional design (from Isler Homes)

Kitchen-galley with hob and steel sink (from Modern House Architects)