The arrangement and design of a small-sized kitchen is a difficult task even for professional designers. The owners of the premises would like to fit in them both the furniture and the necessary household appliances, and to equip the dining area. And at the same time, at least a small free space should remain.
It would seem that the task is unsolvable: a small-sized kitchen (6 sq. M, for example) at first glance will not be able to satisfy the modern requirements of the owners. Is this really so? Is it possible to make such a room as functional as possible? We will try to answer these and many other questions in the article.
Style selection
Creating the design of a small-sized kitchen (we placed the photo in the article), it is necessary first of all to prioritize: what you need in it, and how all this can be placed on the available area, effectively using space. To create the desired design, it is very important to choose the style in which the room will be designed: after all, not every one of them is suitable for such a limited area. The most popular and most common directions in the design of small-sized kitchens are:
- Minimalism. The name of the style comes from the Latin minimus, which translates as "smallest". In such an interior, the smallest combination of textures, colors, objects is used. But this does not mean that only a stove, table and chair should be present in the kitchen. To place in such a room should be all the essentials and, if possible, the most functional.
- Provence. This style involves the use of pastel colors. The style is typical for decoration and curtains with floral print, open shelves. It can be described in three words: tenderness, airiness, spaciousness.
- High tech. A very popular area today, which is often chosen by young and energetic people. It combines metal, plastic and glass elements. The style has a minimal amount of decor and maximum practicality.
General rules for the design of a small kitchen
Using the advice of designers, you can yourself or with the help of masters create an interesting interior of a small-sized kitchen.
At the same time, some features of this design should be taken into account: the color scheme, the arrangement of furniture, the selection and installation of household appliances, and the possibility of redevelopment.
- Choose plain or dimmed finishes. Such coatings reflect light well, and the room will visually appear more spacious.
- The main elements of the interior, including the stove and sink, it is desirable to place close to each other. This will facilitate the cooking process for the hostess.
- First, determine the place for large equipment, only after that you can think about where it is more convenient to place the rest of the devices.
- Proper organization of lighting will achieve the desired effect. Even in a very small kitchen, do not limit yourself to a ceiling lamp, use additional light sources.
- For small kitchens, the use of standard doors is not practical: they “steal” free space. It is better to remove them by making an arch, or install a sliding structure.
Features of household appliances for a small kitchen
An integral part of the kitchen, regardless of its size and style chosen, is: refrigerator, stove, range hood, microwave. For a small room, you should choose it especially carefully. It is desirable that it be multifunctional and integrated.
You can “hide” the refrigerator behind the kitchen facade or prepare a special niche for it. Do not use a standard hood: telescopic models have the ability to be embedded.
Furniture
Looking at the photo of small-sized kitchens, we can conclude that the minimum set of furniture for such rooms consists of:
- Tables and chairs. You can use an oval or semicircular model. A retractable table fits perfectly into the interior. It will significantly save space. Chairs are better to use folding.
- Modules for storage. Replace standard cabinets with railing systems. They will allow practical and convenient use of space for the hostess.
Refuse from a large number of wall cabinets - two or three shallow, but elongated in shape will be quite enough. Another popular design technique that helps to visually make the kitchen taller and wider is floor-standing wardrobes. If for some reason they do not suit you, pay attention to the floor cabinets with high legs - they will visually "raise" the ceiling. In addition, they will greatly facilitate cleaning.
Corner kitchen
An angular construction will become an indisputable salvation for a small-sized kitchen. Using such a set of furniture, the interior of the room can be simultaneously made cozy, functional and very attractive. Today, the selection of small-sized corner kitchens (photo you can see below) is quite large. If you can’t choose the model you need, you can always purchase such a set to order in strict accordance with the size of your room.
The angular layout has undeniable advantages:
- such a set of furniture takes up very little space, which is important for small apartments;
- differs in ergonomics, because a triangle is created convenient for the hostess - a refrigerator, a stove, a sink;
- L-or L-shaped layout divides the kitchen into two zones: dining and working;
- in the corner headset there are quite a few cabinets for placing kitchen utensils;
- the corner is used to the maximum extent - retractable and rotary shelves, ergonomic drawers make the corner of the kitchen a convenient place to store various utensils.
The price for a corner set is usually higher than for traditional cuisine. But it more than pays off, thanks to the comfort and versatility of such furniture. It is better to choose a corner headset of medium or very small sizes, taking into account the possibility of embedding household appliances.
We examined the basic principles of designing small-sized kitchens. The photos presented in the article, we hope, will help you choose the suitable interior. And now is the time to consider in more detail the arrangement of one of the most striking examples of such premises.
Small-sized kitchens in Khrushchev: photos and design features
Apartments in houses of the Khrushchev era are famous for their small size. This is especially true of the bathroom and kitchen, the area of which does not exceed 6 square meters. m. At the same time, people living in such housing make titanic efforts to make the interior of the kitchen functional, comfortable and attractive. Sometimes their attempts are successful, sometimes not very. Today we will talk in detail about how to arrange a small-sized kitchen in Khrushchev. Perhaps our recommendations will help you fulfill your long-held dream.
Photos of the design of small-sized kitchens in Khrushchev are rarely seen today in popular publications on interior design. Such a room allows you to accommodate only the most necessary, because, as conceived by the creators of these premises, it was intended only for cooking, unlike modern kitchens.
As a rule, this is a tiny square-shaped room, which somewhat facilitates the task of its design. The window is opposite the entrance, so only two walls remain free. In addition, in such houses there are gas water heaters that make it difficult to put a modern headset.
Design Features
In order to harmoniously combine functionality and attractive design, maximize the use of the entire space, some features of such a room should be taken into account:
- it is advisable to remove the gas column in a hanging cabinet or cover it with a decorative panel;
- use light finishing materials and furniture;
- it is better to design a window with blinds, with roller blinds - the decor should be minimal;
- if a kitchen door is needed, install a sliding model;
- discard unnecessary accessories that only clutter up the space; store dishes in cabinets, cabinets, and not on open shelves.
What should be the floor
To the flooring in the kitchen there are not so many requirements - impact resistance and moisture resistance. Therefore, you can choose the finishing material in accordance with your own preferences. It is advisable to use something close in texture and color to the coating in the corridor. This option will help smooth the boundaries of space.
Light ceramic tiles or with a pattern of diagonal stripes visually expand the space. It is not recommended to use tiles with a large pattern, because it will reduce the space, moreover, when it is cut, an incorrect pattern is obtained in a small area.
A fine pattern, on the contrary, will emphasize the interior, but under one condition - most of the remaining surfaces in the room will be monophonic. In recent years, a worthy replacement for ceramics has appeared. We are talking about PVC tiles, which has the same advantages as ceramic, but at the same time it has a completely non-slippery surface and a huge assortment of patterns and shades.
Wall decoration
Designers recommend the use of reflective and glossy materials for wall decoration in the kitchen of Khrushchev: cullet, mirrors, glass shelves. For such a room should be used not paper, but non-woven, bamboo, vinyl wallpaper, as well as materials that are not afraid of moisture.
For a small kitchen, wall decoration with a bright and large pattern is not suitable. It is more advisable to focus on one wall - in the dining area. To balance the interior a bit, make a kitchen apron in the same style.
Ceiling
The ceiling in a small kitchen can be done in two ways:
Plastic, suspended from drywall and other types will reduce the height of the room. The ceiling should be painted in bright colors. Tension design is better to make matte.
Lighting
The kitchen in Khrushchev, despite its modest size, needs good and varied lighting. A large chandelier in the center of the ceiling will make the space heavier and reduce its height. In a small kitchen, the light should be diffused and soft, reaching all corners of the room. For this, halogen spotlights are located evenly on the ceiling.
The dining area can be distinguished by a pendant lamp located above the table. And, of course, do not neglect the lighting of the cabinets of the kitchen set. Reflecting on glass doors, as well as mirrors, it will visually expand the space.