The kitchen is considered one of the most important rooms in any apartment or house. Very often it is small, but with the help of design solutions, you can get a fully functional space. The arrangement of the kitchen should be not only beautiful, modern, but also as convenient as possible. Proper arrangement of furniture, decoration and lighting will allow you to get a comfortable and complete room.
Zoning and planning
First of all, it is important to plan the space of the room: you should take into account its shape and size, location, availability of engineering networks (ventilation ducts, electrical wiring, etc.). It is also worth deciding on the choice of equipment and counting the number of dishes (depending on the composition of the family). Perhaps the owners of the home have a dream to put a bar counter, make a wide window sill or combine the room with a balcony. All these wishes should be taken into account when planning it.
Arrangement of a large kitchen will not do without zoning, because it can be combined with the living room. It can be separated from the cooking area by a partition, cabinet, bar or podium. Medium sized roomdivide conditionally: by laying different floor coverings, wall decor, etc.
It is important to consider where the kitchen set, table, chairs, household appliances will be located. In a small kitchen, you will have to learn how to save space, because a large amount of appliances and furniture will not fit here. This problem is solved by moving the eating area outside the kitchen area. Sometimes a folding, folding or sliding table is installed.
Selection and placement of equipment
Arrangement of the kitchen in the apartment involves the installation of all necessary household appliances. One of its most important parts is a stove, which can be gas, electric or combined. It all depends on what engineering networks the house is connected to. Modern gas stoves are absolutely safe, as they are equipped with a special gas leak control system. But if there is no gas in the house, then you will have to choose electrical equipment. It is chosen depending on the type of hob. They are:
- enamelled (have a durable surface, but difficult to clean);
- stainless (easy to clean but will stain);
- glass-ceramic (comfortable and beautiful, but expensive).
The gas stove is placed away from opening windows so that the wind does not extinguish the flame. The minimum distance is 500 mm. You should not place heating equipment in the corner, because there should be a distance of 60-70 mm between it and the walls. In addition, greasy food splashes are very difficult to clean off the wall (let them get on the countertop).
In any modern kitchenthere should be an exhaust hood - it will rid the apartment of odors, and adjacent furniture - of grease and soot. The selected model should be able to work in two modes: air outflow and circulation. It is best to choose powerful equipment with a smooth surface and minimal noise. Hoods are: retractable (for small kitchens) and built-in (should fit perfectly into the interior). The height of their installation is 650-750 mm (measured from the plate).
Kitchen setup is complete without a dishwasher. With her help, the hostess saves a lot of time and effort, especially if she has a large family. This type of equipment can stand alone, built into furniture, placed on the floor or on a table. The dishwasher should be placed next to the sink - this will facilitate its connection. And yes, it will be much easier to use. The sink should be deep, and its mixer should be high. No need to put a stove next to it, as splashes will fly on it. Too remote location will also create inconvenience, so the ideal distance is 400-600 mm.
The refrigerator is usually placed in a corner so that it is convenient to open its door. The space left in front of him should allow the doors to open 90 degrees. When installing, the distance to the stove, furniture and walls is maintained (indicated in the instructions).
Arranging furniture
Properly arranged furniture will make the kitchen not only cozy, but also easy to use. All its elements are usually arranged according to the “triangle” principle, which is formed by a storage area (refrigerator), preparation (washing) and cooking(stove).
Kitchen setup involves installing furniture and appliances in several ways. They can be located directly, that is, along one wall. This option is ideal for small spaces (6-12 m22). L-shaped arrangement: the headset occupies a corner, and the rest of the equipment is placed along one of the walls. Sometimes kitchen furniture is placed in the shape of the letter “P” - this method is suitable for large rooms. It can also form an island - this layout looks great in a private house.
The height of the lower cabinets set with worktop is usually 850 mm. For tall people, you can raise it up to 90-100 cm. The dining table has a lower height - 700-800 mm. Such parameters are considered as comfortable as possible for the hostess.
Finish options
To make the room look beautiful and blend well with the surrounding furniture, it is necessary to consider options for arranging the kitchen. Various finishing materials will help with this. First, select the flooring. Floor tiles with a “warm floor” arranged underneath are perfect for this room.
For wall decoration, it is better to choose vinyl or non-woven wallpaper. A good option for finishing - wallpaper for painting. Professional builders recommend plastering and painting walls with semi-gloss water-based paint. If desired, you can trim them with wood, only it will have to be carefully processed. An exclusive and original solution will be a cork finish. This material is eco-friendly, easy to clean and goodresists dirt.
Lighting
In order to qualitatively complete the arrangement of the kitchen, it is necessary to think over its lighting. Properly placed lighting fixtures will create comfortable conditions and complement the interior of the room. This can be done by dividing the space into sections. General lighting can be created by a chandelier placed in the center of the kitchen. It can be replaced with an LED strip that runs around the perimeter of the headset.
The work area was created for cooking, so there should be as much light as possible. In this case, halogen, fluorescent lamps or LED strips are suitable. In the dining area, the owners will appreciate the cozy atmosphere, so you can see beautiful sconces, a floor lamp or a chandelier with adjustable height in it.
Arrangement, design of the kitchen should be combined with the lighting fixtures in it. Below are the options for decorating the room:
1. In a small kitchen, you can combine the general light with several spotlights in the work area. If a small dining table is installed, then a light source is also placed above it.
2. The luminous apron looks very nice. You can make it yourself - just insert an LED strip between the glass sheets.
3. To highlight the dining area, an interesting chandelier with an original lampshade made by yourself is suitable. Such a room will become individual and unusual.
4. Modern kitchens today are complemented by floor lighting that changes its color. It became possiblethanks to the LED strips laid along the plinth of the headset.
Small space
Everyone knows that small spaces create a lot of inconvenience. However, the arrangement of a small kitchen is quite real. It is important to correctly arrange furniture and appliances - then it will be possible to compensate for the lack of space. The main task when creating an interior is to expand the room with the help of visual effects. This can be achieved with light finishes, mirrors, glass and chrome products. The same effect will be from well-thought-out lighting.
In a small area, do not place large-sized furniture, because it will look too bulky. But you can play on the contrast of sizes, for example, choose compact furniture and a massive shelf for dishes. We include any free area (even a window sill) in the work.
Arranging a small kitchen with furniture is not an easy task. It is better to place it away from the entrance, so as not to clutter up the space. We use only the most necessary items and place everything thoughtfully. We organize a place for a small headset or a dining area that can be moved outside the kitchen. Do not load the interior with a large number of decorative elements.
Extra dishes and accessories can be hidden in hidden areas, such as in a box under the dining table. Attractive souvenirs will successfully stand on open racks. An island in the center of the room will help organize the space. It has all the necessaryutensil. We place kitchen cabinets on the walls parallel to each other. Built-in appliances or appliances suspended on brackets will help save usable space.
Organization of kitchen space in a private house
Most often, the arrangement of a kitchen in a private house involves the use of natural materials. But do not forget about the interior style in which the whole house is designed. Everything should look as beautiful as possible, unusual and comfortable. Wood panels, decorative plaster or textile wallpaper are perfect for kitchen walls. Light shades are used in small rooms, while dark ones are used in spacious ones.
The kitchen in a private house should be divided into zones: working and dining. Each of them will have its own lighting fixture. We highlight the working area with fluorescent lamps placed above the stove, sink or countertop. For a dining table, a floor lamp, sconce or chandelier is suitable. To separate zones, different floor coverings are sometimes used. The floor in the working area is covered with ceramic tiles, in the table area - with parquet, laminate.
Kitchen-living room
Such rooms are usually found in studio apartments. There are no internal partitions, that is, the kitchen space is combined with a living room, study or bedroom. The arrangement of the kitchen-living room is carried out in accordance with some rules:
1. The kitchen can serve as a continuation of the living room. Even if the whole apartment is decorated in different styles, the interior of the studio should remain holistic in design and palette.
2. We turn on the window sill - it will becomeadditional work or dining area.
3. The kitchen area with built-in appliances (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher) looks neat and compact. The kitchen-living room is the most passable room, so you should not load it with various appliances and furniture.
4. Be sure to install a hood so that when cooking, curtains, furniture upholstery, and bedding do not suffer from splashes. In addition, particles of fat are not so good for he alth. It is worth giving preference to the built-in hood.
5. The arrangement of the kitchen (photo can be seen below) involves the use of folding, mobile and transforming furniture. In the living room area, a transforming table will look great, which turns from small to large. The kitchen set should go all the way to the ceiling - so more utensils will fit in it. If it is not possible to order it, then you can put standard furniture and place baskets for various little things on the upper cabinets. To save space, the bar counter is equipped with niches and drawers for storing books, stationery, dishes and other items.
6. Silent household appliances are best suited for the studio. It will not interfere with the rest or sleep of guests.
7. Arrangement of the interior of the kitchen should be carried out without excessive variegation, massive objects, a large number of decorative elements. In small rooms, headsets with glossy facades and a large number of lamps are used. For decoration, light shades are suitable: gray,green, beige, blue, etc.
8. Proper lighting will help visually expand the space. One window will not be able to sufficiently illuminate the work area, and twilight visually reduces the area of the room. In this case, spotlights at the top of the headset, on the apron, inside the cabinets and above the dining area will help.
Narrow kitchen
The arrangement of the kitchen, the photo of which is presented below, looks rather unusual. Everything is connected with the fact that it is difficult to correctly furnish an elongated and narrow space. If you break the wall, then the room will expand, and it can be furnished to your liking. In other cases, the arrangement of furniture, accessories and decor is thought out. Bulky items will not fit here, so everything should be compact, but roomy. Furniture should be equipped with various drawers and shelves, and its facades should be made mirrored. Several open shelves and transparent surfaces will create a feeling of freedom.
You can expand the space with a light finish - such a room will be cozy and spacious. In this case, blue, light green, gray or pink wallpaper (paint) is suitable. In addition to the walls, you need to think about the decoration of the ceiling, which is best divided into zones. To change its depth, various architectural forms, plaster decor and various three-dimensional structures are used. You can make the ceiling mirror, as well as play with light and dark tones. Each zone is illuminated by its own lamp.
Arrangement of a small kitchen involves the use of space under the window. At the same time, hethe opening is decorated with horizontal blinds or beautiful curtains. The window sill is often used as a shelf or extension of the table.
When renovating the kitchen, it is worth deciding whether there is a dining table. In a narrow space, only a folding, transforming or combined table with a window sill will fit. Folding models are in great demand, which have side elements and small boxes for storing various small items.
Modern solutions
Creative people strive for perfection, so they want to design a kitchen in accordance with all fashion trends. The arrangement of a modern kitchen is not only functional, but also very beautiful. Below are unusual options for its design:
1. The style of minimalism is quite popular today, which implies the use of simple forms in the interior, a limited palette and a minimum number of decorative elements. At the same time, the kitchen can be furnished with the most modern appliances and electronics.
2. A great option for the kitchen is the choice of black and white with pastel shades. Very often, the interior is complemented by exotic wood (wenge, zebrano, etc.).
3. Modern kitchens are often combined with a dining or living room. They usually install a bar counter instead of a table and place a kitchen set on an island.
4. Bronze, tin or nickel fittings will add elegance to the room. At the same time, it will last as long as possible.
5. In addition to separate lighting of kitchen areas, oftenuse additional illumination of the bar counter, shelves, upper and lower parts of the headset. It can be adjusted by remote control.
The dream of many people is a spacious and beautiful kitchen. Functional arrangement, design of this room must be done correctly. It is then that not only the hosts, but also their guests will be able to relax at the dinner table.
