Galley kitchen ideas – 10 super-efficient layouts that maximize every inch of space

If you are after galley kitchen ideas and inspiration, then you've come to the right place. 

So much has changed in the way in which we design and use our kitchens, but there is something reassuring in how the galley kitchen has adapted to the new-found sense of space in more contemporary kitchens, and has thrived.  

Named after a ship’s kitchen, galley kitchens were originally associated with simplicity and tight spaces – there’s not much room for superfluous detail on the average ship. But the reason that galley kitchen layouts work is that they are ergonomically sound – it's easy to place everything so it is to hand. 

Here are some super-efficient layouts for you to consider...

BY JENNIFER EBERT. CONTRIBUTIONS FROM LINDA CLAYTON