Good Housekeeping Tips for Galley Kitchens Features Blue Parakeet Rugs

In interior design, galley kitchens are considered challenging spaces. However, with the right touch and a bit of creativity, even the narrowest of kitchens can become both stylish and functional. Luckily, Good Housekeeping has 17 Gorgeous Galley Kitchen Ideas to help get you started, from cabinet layouts to hiding major appliances, so your kitchen looks and feels more open.

Of course, our favorite tip on the list is: Add a Statement Runner. People often think of runners in high traffic areas as function first, so they opt for “durable” manmade materials in plain styles. But as longtime followers know, nothing compares to the durability of a century old authentic Persian rug. We’ve even done videos pouring bleach directly onto these treasures to show their toughness and colorfastness. In fact, a long kitchen, hallway, or staircase is the perfect place for a beautiful antique rug — after all, these rugs have already survived centuries of wear!

For the featured kitchen photo in tip number 2, Blue Parakeet Rugs designer favorite Julia Chasman chose a 1920s Persian Lilihan full of warmth and pattern. Its blush tones add a splash of color and even more airiness to the serene sage green cabinetry.

So don't let the small size of your galley kitchen limit your creativity, and head over to Good Housekeeping to help kickstart your galley kitchen makeover.