Galley Kitchen Remodel - Go from Sad to Sensational Kitchen Design

What is often necessary to bring the old galley kitchen into modern times is to take down a wall or a porton of wall with the upper cabinets. This will instantly open the kitchen up to the next room which may be a dining area or living area. The section of lower wall with cabinets can then become an island type of area which is still very useful. But now the kitchen is open and airy and exemplifies great kitchen design.

Chances are that if you live in an older home with a galley kitchen then the kitchen countertops are probably a ceramic tile or formica. The flooring too may be linoleum, ceramic tile or some other outdated material. By simply putting in granite or marble countertops and a natural stone floor such as travertine the kitchen will become much more elegant and appealing to the senses. Granite is loved for kitchen countertops not only because of it's beauty but also because it is incredibly durable being the strongest stone second only to a diamond. If you want to save money on granite countertops then opt for granite tile. You'll get the same overall appearance as the granite slab countertops but for a third of the cost.

If the space of your galley kitchen is limited and you cannot take down a wall to open it up then go for a sleek, modern and minimalist look. By having simple and clean lines with no fuss the small space will instantly seem bigger and more spacious. Sleek cabinets with little to no visible hardware, a natural stone counter top and a monochromatic color scheme will turn the old and drab into the new and fresh.

A galley kitchen often lacks sources for natural light. When this is the case nothing will brighten the galley kitchen better than a lighter and brighter color palate. White cabinets with a white marble countertop and a light natural stone floor will instantly brighten up a galley kitchen and transform it into a cheerful place to prepare meals.