What is the difficulty of creating the interior of a small kitchen? The main points that need to be taken into account in order to arrange the room correctly and increase the area. Techniques that allow you to expand the space visually, without moving the walls in the apartment. Examples of successful kitchens from 5 to 9 sq. m.
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- Real photos of the kitchen: 4-5 sq. m, 6 sq. m and 7 sq. m
- Examples of small headsets
Live examples of layouts
6 sq. m. The single-row arrangement of modules frees up space for the dining table. There was no room for an oven, but a washing machine did.
With angular furniture placement of 6.5 sq. m got a lot of storage space and a separate table. There is no oven or dishwasher. In this case, the narrow part of the tabletop can be increased to 600 mm and a dishwasher can be placed. For the oven, you can use the module under the hob.
At 5 sq. m fits all the necessary furniture, the disadvantages are the close location of the free-standing stove and sink. It is better to move the module with the sink to the left edge, this will free up space for the dishwasher, and a work surface will appear between the stove and the sink.
The advantage of a single row layout is that there is still space in the room to place a dining table.
But if the size of the wall does not allow you to fit a sink, refrigerator, stove and work surface of the required size in one line, use a corner layout.
Good location of all the main elements.
Set in a room of 7 square meters. m is correctly designed and laid out. Possible disadvantage: the refrigerator will block the light from the window during the daytime. Use lightweight fabrics to decorate the opening so that more light enters the room.
The corner layout should use the room to its maximum functionality. For example, a carousel mechanism for storing various accessories is mounted in a corner cabinet.
The best option for a small headset is built-in technology. This choice allows you to fully use the work surface.
For safety reasons, it is necessary that the sink and stove be separated by one or more modules.
The window sill has been replaced with a table top.
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Small kitchen design with refrigerator
The optimal place to install a refrigerator in a small kitchen area is a corner. The best option for a small kitchen would be a narrow, elongated shape that will “fit” into the depth of the kitchen unit.
Another option worthy of attention is a small refrigerator located under the work area. If it is made of stainless steel, the design of a small kitchen with a refrigerator should include additional elements made of the same material - these could be chandelier shades, an oven, an extractor hood, etc.
You can also use a refrigerator built into the furniture. The refrigerator can be “disguised” as a cabinet if you really don’t want to leave it in plain sight, but it’s worth considering that this option will take up more space.
How to fit everything in?
We arrange furniture and appliances
- In a small kitchen, angular and linear arrangement of modules is appropriate;
- Eliminate double-row, U-shaped, peninsular and island furniture arrangements. This design is suitable for spacious rooms;
- It is necessary to fill a small room with furniture as practical as possible. For example, all free walls can be used to store items (additional shelves, rails or small cabinets);
- The refrigerator should be placed in the corner of the room, thus creating a more harmonious layout.
- The distance between the hob and the refrigerator should be 60 cm or more.
- If a gas stove is used, it must be installed near a gas pipe;
- Drawers with inserts for cutlery and a dish drainer should be located close to the sink. This approach optimizes the cleaning process;
- The minimum distance from the stove to the wall with a window is 20 cm, especially if the opening is decorated with an elongated curtain model;
- Instead of a window sill, you can install a tabletop, thereby increasing the work space;
- Thanks to the capabilities of modern plumbing, the sink can be installed anywhere. A popular option is to install a washing machine in place of the window sill.
When opening the refrigerator door, orient it towards the wall - this way you will save space for movement.
Replacing an interior door
In order to free up some useful space, instead of a swing door structure, you can install a sliding mechanism or an “accordion”.
If you remove the door completely, then when decorating neighboring rooms it is better to stick to the same style.
Additional lighting
Installation of additional sources, as well as an increase in the natural flow of light, allows you to visually expand the compact area. For this purpose, mirrors, tiles with a reflective effect, glass, glossy surfaces, chrome elements, and spotlights are used.
Mirror mosaic perfectly reflects the incident light. The effect of lightness is created.
Thanks to local illumination of the working surface, you can use the room for its intended purpose at any time of the day.
Lighting is another way of zoning. The part of the room with bright light is the cooking area; the dining area has soft lighting.
Glossy materials contribute to a visual increase in area due to reflections.
An apron made of glossy tiles and facades with glass inserts are perfect for a small area.
The working surface must be well lit, so more powerful lamps are installed above the headset, or the number of devices is increased.
Various lighting combinations reduce energy consumption and also zone the space, creating a cozy atmosphere.
Basic principles of kitchen design in Khrushchev
It is necessary to take care of the finishing work and materials used carefully. It is recommended to give preference to materials and techniques that can visually enlarge the space.
Light, monochromatic shades will make the kitchen look fresher and more spacious. The best choice would be white and similar shades. To prevent the interior from becoming boring, it is necessary to dilute it with minor bright inserts of additional colors. It can be 1-2 shades, but no more.
For a small kitchen, it is contraindicated to use finishes with drawings, patterns, especially contrasting colors. It is correct to give preference to plain, smooth options. Embossed surfaces are also possible. It is better to use textiles that are discreet, without flashy ornaments, perhaps equipped with a pale, dim pattern.
The use of mirror, reflective, glossy surfaces will create a volume effect. Large, few decorative elements will add scale. A painting hung just below the visual line will create a deceptive stretching effect.
Technique: “Laying the flooring diagonally” will help “stretch out” the space.
“Uniting” the kitchen with the adjacent room by performing the same finishing will help to visually expand the boundaries. This way the rooms will clearly merge together and there will be space.
Particular attention should be paid to lighting. There must be a lot of it. Natural, due to the penetrating light from windows free of dense textiles. Artificial, preferably consisting of numerous light sources. System LED lighting is best suited. It is preferable to separate the work area separately.
It is advisable to choose built-in equipment; small equipment should be placed in closed cabinets or on hanging shelves. Purchase a refrigerator that is elongated in height. If the family is small, then it makes sense to buy a two-burner hob, with the possibility of secret storage.
What colors should you use to decorate a small kitchen?
A lot depends on the color scheme in design. Experts advise choosing a neutral color scheme (beige, sand, or light gray). Light colors in the design of the headset.
The neutral range of furniture facades is an ideal option for a small room.
Pastel shade of façades.
Give preference to pastel and monochrome shades, as well as stylized patterns that look unobtrusive.
Contrasting details will make the interior varied. Be careful when using this technique - active colors can be tiring.
Suitable wallpaper colors
- Combinations of a neutral base (shades of milk, pearl, peach) with rich tones;
- A bright accent on the wall looks good in the dining area and creates a special mood;
- Background wallpaper should not steal all the attention;
- For low ceilings, choose warm or pastel colors.
The beige color of the walls is combined with a richly colored apron.
Wallpaper highlights the dining area with rich color and texture. Lighting fixtures also contribute to the division of space.
Plain light wallpaper goes well with such a set in wenge color.
Wallpaper for a small kitchen: current design 2017
Even in a modest small kitchen you can create an unusually cozy design by choosing the right wallpaper. To do this, you need to take into account the general style of the interior and other features of the room (architectural elements, lighting).
Traditionally, small kitchens use pastel light colors. The design looks harmonious when the kitchen apron is tiled, and the remaining walls are covered with light wallpaper, plain or in a discreet pattern.
Contrasting combinations look impressive. White is a basic universal background that will be a great complement to any other colors.
Distracting patterns on canvases can visually increase the area of a room.
Instead of bulky walls, light partitions can act as zoning elements. You can also focus attention on functional areas using colored wallpaper.
In the photo below, modern black and white wallpaper perfectly complements the design of a small kitchen. However, this option is ideal for a room of any size. Monochrome design will be effectively complemented by unusual furniture and expressive accessories.
In a well-lit room, dark colors are also quite acceptable. But keep in mind that such shades need to be used in a more dosed manner and it is advisable to combine them with neutral pastel colors.
An excellent solution for a mini-kitchen is wallpaper with a small print, but a large pattern requires a professional approach to selection, so before deciding to take such a step, it is better to consult with an experienced specialist.
A successful combination of the palette of wall coverings, accessories, the shape and placement of interior items, and the color of the furniture set can visually increase the area of the kitchen space.
A touch of Provence will add unprecedented charm to a small kitchen. Wallpaper with contrasting pastel colors will help create a French atmosphere.
Striped wallpaper does not always look organic in a small room, but a floor with a similar pattern is an excellent solution for optimizing space.
Undoubtedly, light, plain wallpaper makes the kitchen appear larger and more spacious. You can diversify this concept with the help of thematic paintings for the kitchen, photographs, drawings, and interesting applications.
Related tones in the design make the interior of any room cozy and stylish.
Partial wallpapering (for example, one wall or some architectural element) always looks interesting and unusual.
Competent combinations come first. Thus, the color of the walls should be in harmony with the shade and texture of not only the furniture, but also other interior elements.
A creative pattern on the canvases of a compact kitchen will be an excellent decoration that complements the basic white background.
Curtains as a bright accent
It is better to decorate a small room with roller or Roman blinds, as well as curtains made of light fabric. Curtains are inappropriate in this case.
Recommendations:
- When choosing curtains, be careful in using textiles with a pattern to make the interior comfortable for your stay;
- When decorating a window, you should not close it completely, even if you use light fabric;
- Textiles must transmit sunlight well;
- An alternative to fabric curtains is blinds.
General design style
The most successful option for a small kitchen is modern styles (modern, minimalism, hi-tech). Laconic forms and clear lines perfectly complement a small room. The use of glossy surfaces adds a lightness effect due to the reflection of light and glare. Modern style.
Minimalism.
High-tech style.
Often, modern furniture style involves the use of built-in models of equipment, and this significantly saves the consumption of square meters.
A characteristic feature of these styles is a minimum of decor during arrangement.
Choosing a kitchen style
When choosing a style, you should be guided by the ideas of minimalism. Use as little details, small elements, heavy structures, bright colors, and pretentiousness as possible. Definitely refuse: baroque, classic, country. When choosing, you can pay attention to: minimalism, modern, high-tech, Provence, modern, loft.
High tech gives a feeling of a modern, stylish look. Clear geometry, high-tech technology, light-reflecting surfaces: plastic, glass, metal. The predominance of light shades, a modest number of accessories. The main rule: functionality in everything. Comfortable, convenient environment. Everything you need for life, no frills.
Provence gives a visual feeling of carefree comfort. The predominance of light shades, discreet floral motifs. Subtle prints: stripes, checks. Abundance of wood and stone. Lots of textiles, discreet accessories. The style creates a feeling of incredible comfort, coziness, and rustic flavor.
Loft combines unexpected design options. Preference for light shades. Rough finishing, negligence, a lot of light, clear zoning, denial of unnecessary decor. Perfect for dynamic people. A great option if the kitchen is connected to the living room.
Decorating a separate kitchen in a loft style is acceptable if the entire apartment supports this direction, otherwise the kitchen will look ridiculous.
A small kitchen is not a death sentence. A skillful approach to the interior design of a small kitchen will give it a welcoming charm. A small kitchen will meet all your needs and make you feel cozy and comfortable.
Storage ideas. Everything will fit!
1. Increase the height of the top drawers to 90 cm (standard 72 cm). You will have an extra shelf in each drawer. Example of a kitchen with 90 cm drawers
2. Install carousel shelves in the corner drawers, and special baskets in the lower and upper modules. The disadvantage of use is the high cost of the mechanisms;
A module with a basket can be of different dimensions in width and height, its capacity depends on this.
3. Rails with hooks. They help optimize the cooking process, since everyday items and spices for dishes are placed here.
The rails are fixed to the apron and filled with various fasteners at your personal discretion. The length of the railing can be any.
4. An additional tier of drawers (almost at floor level) will allow you to place some products and items.
Expansion of space
1. If the refrigerator completes the composition of the set, the height of the room will increase slightly (visual effect), thanks to the vertical perspective; 2. To enhance the effect of lightness, use furniture made of glossy or transparent materials (plastic, glass); 3. Small objects create a feeling of clutter. The presence of such furniture will visually reduce the space. It is better to equip a small room with objects of real size, despite the fact that they take up a lot of space; 4. Folding fronts for upper cabinets will also save space during operation; 5. The table should be streamlined (oval or round); 6. Buy an extendable dining table and pull-out cutting boards. The round table can be extendable. When assembled, it takes up minimal space.
A round glass table looks weightless even in a small room.
A cutting board that can be pulled out of the drawer when needed.
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Furniture for a small kitchen
The selection of furniture for a small kitchen must be approached with the utmost seriousness. Any, even the smallest space, must necessarily accommodate the necessary minimum of useful things. This is a working surface, a hob, a sink, and a storage system. It is advisable to purchase any furniture to order or carefully select it. As a rule, ready-made options do not take into account all the features of a meager space.
Designers are sure that a corner version of the set is perfect for a kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building. At the same time, it is imperative to equip it with special compartments, modules, cabinets, rollers, and use the useful space of doors and corners. The upper sections can be made right up to the ceiling to increase their capacity. It is recommended to make facades smooth, glossy, completely closed, without decoration.
It is incredibly convenient to use transforming furniture for a small kitchen. Possibly a folding table, chairs, a bar counter, or a roll-out additional work surface. This type of furniture takes up a small amount of space; you can use the items whenever the need arises.
A good choice would be furniture made of glass or fiberglass. A table and chairs of this design look weightless and do not load the surrounding space much. If the table can be made folding, then a lot of precious space will be freed up.
