Period Living

Between the LINES

With its name originating in aero and nautical environments, a galley kitchen is primarily a functional space. It is a look that is defined by its floor plan – a narrow room with cabinetry occupying each side to create a small walkway down the centre. While other kitchen styles celebrate lifestyle elements and entertaining, a galley layout prioritises efficiency and compactness. However, there are many ways to enhance its purposeful design to be beautiful, too.

Character underfoot

In a small space, every element has to work to make the room feel larger and more welcoming; one of the most effective at this is the flooring. Vertically laid rectangular

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