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Thursday, March 8, 2012

Love It or Leave It: The Galley Kitchen

I have come across a few kitchens lately that I think are just beautiful...and guess what?  They are a very traditional galley kitchen - which can often be really difficult to work with - but in these cases, I think they're quite impressive:

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Our new home won't have a galley kitchen, but these images
certainly don't scare me away from one anymore!
What do you think:  love it or leave it?

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20 comments:

  1. Tatiana DoriaMarch 8, 2012 at 12:51 PM

    I love the ones that have wooden floors.
    Yes, after this I´m not afraid of a gallery kitchen either!
    Nice post!

    www.tatianadoria.blogspot.com

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  2. Thoughts on DesignMarch 8, 2012 at 1:39 PM

    Quite frankly. I love them. They do what a kitchen is supposed to do. Even in large open kitchens Sally and I design, we try to keep the working area as efficient as one would find in a galley kitchen.

    Love the vaulted ceilings. They work wonders opening up a narrow space. The last one is my favorite. I might stay there all day with my iPad...

    Barbara, you're going to enjoy my next post...

    Cheers,
    John

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  3. Stacy CUrranMarch 8, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Love! Especially the first one. Maybe not as practical for this point in my life, but wouldn't mind having one someday
    Stacy

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  4. Splendid SassMarch 8, 2012 at 2:07 PM

    I love a galley kitchen! It is so much easier for me. I think that is why most butler's pantries are built like they are. My kitchen in my last house was too big and I just like being able to turn around and be where I need to be.
    Happy Thursday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  5. KarenMarch 8, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    I've had a galley kitchen for 30 years and I really like it. If they're laid out properly they are very efficient.
    I really liked the final image...the glass panes are so pretty.
    Karen

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  6. LeslieMarch 8, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    I've never worked in or had one. I imagine of designed well would be efficient. These are all gorgeous - lots to think about here!

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  7. Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}March 8, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    Oh, Barbara! You found some beauties here. The only downside of a gally kitchen, it that it's harder for friends to congregate there.

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  8. designchicMarch 8, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    They don't bother me a bit...love the first and the last. The gorgeous windows and french doors in the last image visually expand the space...lovely!!

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  9. I Dream OfMarch 9, 2012 at 6:53 AM

    I actually had a tiny little galley kitchen in my first house. And loved it. Everything had it's place, and I didn't have to go far to find it. I do miss that little cottage sometimes! Happy Weekend, Barbara. Hope you can take some time away from all the settling in to relax this weekend!

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  10. Taylor GreenwaltMarch 9, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    I love galley kitchens. They are pretty easy to cook in and everything is right there.

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  11. Acquired ObjectsMarch 9, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    Love most of these galley kitchens since they look like they have counter space and cabinets for storage. Most that I've seen are short on both but these are wonderful examples.

    Enjoy your weekend!
    XX
    Debra~

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  12. Carol@TheDesignPagesMarch 9, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    Barbara, I'm so glad you're getting settled in Seattle. Good luck with the house purchase and I definitely hope we can connect now that you're in the pacific northwest:) I love galley kitchens because they're normally too small for people to gather. My open kitchen is a gathering place and causes me much distraction from cooking!

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  13. Mona Thompson Providence Ltd.March 9, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    If I had my choice I would not design one from the start...but that being said if I was doing a remodel...I love all of these.

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  14. olive and whiteMarch 10, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    I've always had gallery kitchens... not sure why. And these images certainly get me inspired to freshen up mine.

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  15. The Vintique ObjectMarch 11, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    Love 'em! One common element among all of these is that there is a focal point at the end of the kitchen. Even the one with the blank wall, fixed that with the huge fork. So, that's the key with galley kitchens, I think.
    Camille

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  16. George J. McGuireMarch 24, 2012 at 10:59 PM

    Fantastic! Specially first one is the best. As it has green. I wish someday I will have a home with this type kitchen.
    George J. McGuire
    breville bje510xl

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  17. Tanja KalliomäkiMarch 27, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    They are really impressive and look elegant for a kitchen.Well this is the good time to choose for a kitchen renovation.thanks for sharing.

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  19. AnonymousNovember 9, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    All your designs are looking very beautiful. The design of your first kitchen is great

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  20. kitchen showroomsDecember 6, 2012 at 3:03 AM

    I really enjoy the kitchen designs. The decorative and attractive kitchen design are so beautiful. I really enjoy this kitchen designs article.

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