Photos of kitchen sets from the Stylish Kitchens factory

What should a kitchen be like?

There is no single right answer here. The layout of the kitchen and furniture directly depend on the size of the family and the amount of cooking.

The photo shows two of our projects: the first kitchen belongs to a young girl, and the second to a large family. In the second case, we tried to make more space for storing food and kitchen utensils. Since the housewife cooks a lot, she needs space for preparing food and a large, powerful hood. In the first kitchen, on the contrary, there is only the most necessary things. The set is located along one wall and takes up minimal space.

Therefore, before you sit down to look through the catalog of headsets, think about which work areas are a priority, how spacious the storage departments should be.

Where to buy kitchen furniture?

To begin with, I will express my opinion on where it is better to buy kitchen furniture. From my practice, I realized that the fewest problems with the texture, color, and configuration of kitchen furniture purchased online are from its manufacturers, that is, on the websites of furniture factories. For example, on the website of the furniture manufacturer Fabrika-Stil.ru.

On these sites, photographs and descriptions of the furniture being purchased most closely match the actual color and texture. Options for errors and, especially, intentional deception are practically excluded.

Deciding on a style

Most manufacturers do not divide their kitchens into styles and distinguish only two directions: modern and classic.

Some manufacturers offer an interesting solution for fans of minimalism: completely hidden kitchens. There are two options: sliding panels and a kitchen disguised as a cabinet. They can be found from Italian manufacturers Arclinea and Luigi Rosselli Architects, as well as from Australian studio Minosa Design.

Modern kitchen or hi-tech

And this is the complete opposite of country style. There are no natural materials here and glass, metal and modern technologies rule the roost. As a rule, all types of kitchens in this style are made in two contrasting colors using clear lines and ideal proportions. The main disadvantage of this design is its high cost. And not all types of kitchen facades are suitable here.

How to measure a kitchen

During measurements, it is better to carry out the results several times and record them in millimeters for greater accuracy.

Before taking measurements, let's draw a plan of our kitchen on a piece of paper. It should be marked:

• drain;
• ventilation duct;
• gas pipes;
• heating batteries;
• niches;
• window;
• doors;
• position of sockets and switches.

Now let's start taking measurements. We go from large to small: first we measure the distance between the walls. Then we measure the length of the walls themselves. Just in case, we take three measurements: near the floor, in the middle of the wall and under the ceiling.

Next, we measure smaller objects: protrusions, windows, radiators and doors.

We measure the distance from the corners to the sink and stove drain.

At the very end, we measure small details such as the location of sockets and switches.

What are kitchen furniture made from?

However, before choosing and purchasing furniture, you need to understand what, in general, modern kitchen furniture is made of.

Firstly, the kitchen set consists of three main parts. These are the upper cabinets, lower drawers and countertop. The kitchen is complemented by floor display cases (floor cabinet with stack), pencil cases (narrow, high floor cabinet). We will leave other kitchen furniture - tables, chairs, counters - outside the brackets.

Secondly, each kitchen cabinet consists of two structural parts. The first is the cabinet body. Secondly, this is its facade or, more simply, its doors. The materials of these structural elements may vary.

Choosing a layout

To make it convenient to move and cook in the kitchen, you need to create a work triangle. We talked about it in detail in the article “Kitchen layout: how to arrange furniture and appliances?”

In short: the main work areas should be located at the vertices of an equilateral triangle. This will save effort and time when moving around the kitchen.

And before choosing a set, we recommend reading our article “Kitchen ergonomics: about the working triangle, heights and latitudes.” It provides detailed information about the optimal height of countertops, cabinets, hoods and other kitchen tricks.

The best manufacturers

European manufacturers are in great demand. At the same time, domestic products, thanks to the development and introduction of new technologies, are increasingly pleasing consumers with high-quality products. The following manufacturers are popular:

• Germany. In German kitchens, the emphasis is on quality, using high technology. The creation of furniture elements is automated, the presence of defects is minimized. High quality requirements affect the cost of headsets. Kitchens from Germany will fit well in large rooms.
• Italy. Furniture from Italy is distinguished by its sophistication. Handmade work, refinement of details predominates. The best manufacturers resort to the services of famous designers. At the same time, classic Italian cuisine is increasingly appreciated.
• Scandinavian manufacturers. Kitchen sets are environmentally friendly, simple and multifunctional. Swedish and Finnish furniture is made only from natural raw materials, which makes it in demand.
• Domestic manufacturers produce furniture that is comparable in quality to European models, as German and Italian equipment is used. Kitchen designs are more focused on domestic consumers. This takes into account ethnic traditions and living conditions. In most cases, the design resembles European designs.

Deciding on a price category

There are no problems when choosing a sofa or table. Each one has a very specific and understandable price tag.

The kitchen set is a little more complicated; it consists of a lot of elements of different prices. Therefore, in order to talk at least about the approximate price, manufacturers introduced the concept of “linear meter”.

This is the average price of this or that headset. It should be taken into account that the cost of a set of the same lockers per linear meter can be either ten or forty thousand rubles. It depends on the internal configuration and dimensions. The manufacturer usually indicates a lower price threshold.

To find out how much we will spend on the selected headset, we need to imagine it as accurately as possible. Let's say we want to assemble this L-shaped set for a medium-sized kitchen.

What will you need for this?

Lower level:

• cabinet under the hob;
• cabinet for dishwasher;
• two with drawers;
• two swing-out cabinets;
• corner element.

Upper cabinets:

• three swing-out cabinets;
• two open shelves.

With these calculations, we come to the salon we like and the consultant gives a fairly accurate price within 10 minutes.

Four classes of kitchen sets

This division is quite arbitrary, but it will help us narrow down the search for a headset.

• kitchens up to 100 thousand rubles - economy class;
• from 100 to 200 thousand rubles - middle class;
• from 200 to 400 - premium class;
• above 400-500 thousand - luxury class.

What influences the class of a kitchen?

First of all, the manufacturer.

Economy class kitchens include inexpensive sets from domestic manufacturers or from the CIS countries:

• Harmony;
• CALL;
• Maria;
• Forema;
• Announcement.

Mid-range kitchens can be found from European suppliers.

Most Popular:

• Ikea;
• Zetta;
• Doimo Cucine;
• Nobilia;
• Mobalpa.

The premium class includes design solutions. Manufacturers of such kitchens participate in international exhibitions and attract famous designers to create their sets.

Examples of manufacturers:

• Schmidt;
• Bernazzoli;
• Del Curto.

But the luxury class includes custom solutions designed and created specifically for your kitchen.

There are few such manufacturers, let's name the most famous:

• Poggenpohi;
• Marazzi Design;
• Fiore di Cristallo.

The next factor that determines the price is the material. Chipboard is recognized as the cheapest, followed by MDF. Solid wood will be more expensive. Next comes stainless steel, which costs about the same as rare wood.

The most expensive materials are considered to be artificial and natural stone. The photo shows a kitchen island by designer Arik Levi made of synthetic material based on the mineral quartz. One can only guess about the price, because the manufacturer creates each island exclusively for the customer.

The cost also depends on what the façade of the set is covered with. Laminated facades are the cheapest, from 6.5 thousand rubles per linear meter (manufacturer Cheap Furniture). Varnished or veneered - more expensive, from 17 thousand per linear meter (Milan kitchen manufacturer). The more layers of varnish, the higher the price.

Do not forget that any “non-standard” will be more expensive. If the manufacturer has a standard width of 45 cm, he will most likely make a 20 cm cabinet for you, but it will cost much more.

Block rigging

It is necessary to decide in advance how many and what additional baskets or inserts are needed, and whether closers are needed for normal functioning. The contents of the cabinets may be paid separately. This takes into account the dimensions of the bottle holder in the kitchen unit, the dimensions of the compartment for the microwave oven, etc. The basic equipment consists of simple shelves and drawers without dividers. All details must be agreed upon before purchase.

It is difficult to imagine modern kitchen sets without built-in appliances. Typically, the project is developed taking into account the size and location for convenience of a stove, oven, dishwasher, hood, refrigerator, etc. Properly hidden behind the facades of a beautiful set of household appliances will make the process of cooking as comfortable as possible.

Types of kitchen units, their pros and cons

Manufacturers offer us three options:

• buy a ready-made kitchen;
• assemble a kitchen from different modules;
• order a set according to your individual wishes.

In the first case, you immediately know the final cost and dimensions of the headset.

One of the advantages is low prices. We managed to find miniature solutions for 6-10 thousand rubles from the manufacturers Moscow House of Furniture, DominoMebel. Another plus is that the headsets are already in the warehouse and will appear in the house in a couple of days. A good choice for a rented apartment.

The disadvantages include not particularly high quality and the lack of opportunity to change something.

A modular kitchen is assembled from the elements that we choose.

The main advantage is that we decide which cabinets are needed and in what quantity, how to alternate them and what filling to make, as well as which doors to choose. The price range of such headsets is very wide. We managed to find solutions for both twenty and three hundred thousand.

The disadvantages include the fact that non-standard heights of countertops and depths of cabinets are painfully expensive.

Custom-made kitchens are calibrated down to the millimeter and tailored to you. Everything will be at the right height and the right distance.

The only drawback is the high price.

Color solutions

A well-chosen color has a beneficial effect on the human psyche and well-being. Using red or orange helps increase appetite. Green shades - pistachio, mint - have a calming effect and contribute to the normal functioning of the digestive system. It is not recommended to use brown, black and dark gray colors in the interior, as they can depress mental activity.

In large rooms it is not recommended to use cold tones . Visually, the space will seem dull. Dark shades contribute to the visual reduction of space; they should absolutely not be used in small kitchens.

If there is not enough light in the room, then you should give preference to beige, peach, and orange shades. In well-lit kitchens, pastel shades and white with contrasting elements will look good.

About details

The more thoughtful the little things like filling or the way of opening cabinets, the more comfortable it is for us to work in the kitchen.

Cabinet storage systems

It is better to place drawers under the tabletop. They are easy to open and see all the contents at a glance. Retractable nets can also be installed in swinging cabinets. This will significantly increase the number of things stored and make them easier to find.

It is also better to make the drawer for the trash can retractable. Thanks to this design, space is used to the maximum and there are no “dark corners” left.

Another useful kitchen cabinet filler is plate dividers. They can be adjusted to any diameter and store your grandmother’s favorite set without fear of breaking.

A convenient solution for corner and hard-to-reach cabinets is a rotating carousel. It is movable, so it is very convenient to store large dishes in such a cabinet.

Hidden storage

The latest trend at kitchen exhibitions is the desire to hide all the little things like spices, oil bottles and small appliances behind panels and in unusually shaped drawers.

Cabinet handles

Very often, a good economy class set is spoiled by cheap cabinet handles. They can be replaced by purchasing inexpensive and interesting options at your nearest store.

In addition, the “original” handles of the set can be painted to match the color of the cabinets themselves, creating invisible handles.

Or you can do without the usual handles altogether by installing a façade with recessed handles. They are well suited to a laconic minimalist style set. It’s somehow impossible to even imagine the usual selecting pens in this photo.

Another replacement for handles is the push-open mechanism. When pressed gently, the cabinet will smoothly open to a certain level. The downside is that handprints remain on the surface. In addition, such a smooth system can irritate impulsive people who are accustomed to abruptly opening cabinets.

Table top material

The cheapest and most popular countertop options are chipboard and MDF.

But chipboard has a special type - postforming. This is the same pressed shavings, but covered with layered plastic. Manufacturers report that this material is moisture resistant and lasts up to 40 years.

A tabletop made of acrylic stone will cost a little more.

The next option is agglomerate and granite.

Another option is a solid wood countertop.

An alternative to wood is chipboard covered with varnished veneer. Natural veneer is thin sections of oak, walnut, ash and other types of wood glued together.

There is also stone veneer, a thin layer of natural stone on a fiberglass backing.

A good option for a kitchen in a modern style is a steel surface.

Designers also suggest paying attention to super thin options up to 15 mm in height. They make the set visually lighter and more elegant.

At the 2020 interior exhibitions, the Japanese manufacturer Cosentino presented ultra-thin Dekton ceramics. This tabletop is not afraid of temperature changes and mechanical stress, and is only 12 mm in height.

An economical option for a thin tabletop is stainless steel. The minimum thickness of the sheet and chipboard base is 11 mm.

Distinctive features

Before ordering ready-made structures, it is advisable to have knowledge of what kitchen structures are made of. Depending on the raw materials, the period and features of kitchen operation change.

To decide which kitchen set is best to choose, you should take into account the materials of the facades and countertops.

Facades of structures

Facade materials and fittings are subjected to heavy loads during operation every day. It is important to choose a high-quality option that will meet aesthetic requirements:

• Chipboard. Despite the low cost, it has a large number of colors. For this reason, chipboard is popular. The material is used to make walls and shelves of structures, and other invisible elements. Over time, it becomes deformed under the influence of moisture.
• MDF. Has a longer service life due to the presence of a protective film. Like chipboard, it delaminates under the influence of high humidity. Produced in different colors and shapes.

• Tree. Complies with environmental requirements. With proper processing and drying, it has a long service life. If the processing technology is violated, it is often subject to fungal destruction and is afraid of moisture.

• Plastic. Thanks to modern technologies, plastic for kitchen facades is wear-resistant and durable. It is easy to clean, but may not be suitable for all design styles.
• Glass. Used for decorating facades. Tempered impact-resistant glass is used for the doors of the upper cabinets. It is not recommended to add a glass covering to the bottom structure due to the possibility of damage from end impacts.
• Polycarbonate. Used to create kitchen aprons. They are produced in the form of various compositions depending on the wishes of customers.

Design

Types of kitchen design can be divided into well-known styles:

• classics;
• modern;
• minimalism;
• high tech;
• ethno-style;
• rococo;
• baroque.

Each style has directions with different characteristics. Different design options are used in kitchen design. It is important to choose the right interior details so that everything looks perfect.