The countertops are usually one of the most expensive parts of remodeling a kitchen but well worth the investment. Darker looks in granite and marble reflect a more countemporary taste while if you are into the traditional style you may prefer a white or light gray color. One idea and if you wanted a bit more space in the area us is to have the cupboards heightened.
This is gonna to do a few things for you in return with namely giving you more space to put your backsplash and also allowing you more working space on your cupboards. If your galley kitchen is quite small and consider the magic of mirrors. When placed strategically they can make a space look much larger than it actually is. You can find mirror tiles at any home hardware store and hang them up easily yourself.
Be sure to check overhead in your galley kitchen and if there is a lot of extra space you can install some shelves. There is always the option of having some shelves installed higher up. Galley kitchens can offer a difficult layout to work with but with these tips and some hard work on your part you can do it. Interior decorators can be helpful in these situations to at least give you their input and professional