In the past, Khrushchev built around the USSR, so their internal layout is familiar to millions of people. Lack of space in the kitchen - a standard problem for the owners of living space. This applies to both old and new apartments. Modern furniture modules will help to make the interior more functional and stylish. But at 5-7 square. There is not always room for a large fridge or a multifunctional roomy facade. For this reason, people often have to postpone the purchase of new kitchen appliances and utensils. This reduces the comfort of working in the kitchen. The goal of small room design ideas is to provide the right balance. It’s worth starting a change with organizing space: it’s advisable to get rid of unnecessary things. Furniture can be rearranged differently. A radical step will be the elimination of the walls to combine with other rooms, but sometimes there are quite small changes in the layout of the apartment.
Features
Kitchen in Khrushchev - a compact room with a rectangular or square shape. It has a wider width than the kitchen in Brezhnev, but the total area leaves few options for accommodating various accessories. It is approximately six square meters. Changes in the layout of this room must be treated with caution so as not to harm the organization of the space. It is not easy to increase the size of the kitchen, because in this case you will need redevelopment with dismantling the wall and combining the space of the kitchen and living room (hallway, pantry, etc.). If the wall is bearing, then you have to find another solution.
In most of the Khrushchev kitchen there is a gas column. This element is usually hidden behind the furniture, as it looks unpresentable. Natural lighting in the Khrushchev level is up to standard: the windows in the rooms are wide enough.
Kitchen space can be optimized through the selection of furniture or changes in the layout of the apartment.
Choice of layout
There are several main options:
- corner;
- parallel;
- U-shaped;
- linear unilateral (in one row).
In the kitchen there is an important rule regarding the location of the sink, stove and refrigerator: the distance between them should not be too large so as not to cause discomfort to the owners. It is desirable that these objects create an imaginary triangle. Corner and U-shaped layout not only fit these criteria, but also combined with the parameters of kitchen Khrushchev. The choice of layout is influenced not least by the location of the terminals under the sink. The configuration of the wall is selected after it is determined where to install the washbasin. It must be borne in mind: a minimum of 40 cm of stock is required on either side of the plate. The most capacious option is a parallel layout. Only "island" constructions will be inappropriate: they will need too much space, from 30 square meters. m
Corner
In narrow rooms, such a plan will not be possible to implement, so it can be optimal in rooms with approximately the same length and width, as is the case with the kitchen in the Khrushchev. This configuration is necessary for those who need a compact work triangle. Headsets and household appliances are placed along two adjacent walls, and in the corner there will be an element of curved shape: corner boxes, space for a bin, a sink, or some combination. The table is placed in the opposite corner. The passage will be free - this is one of the main advantages of the corner layout. Do not forget about saving angular space and ease of use. In the corner there is a place for deep and roomy furniture. The downside is that it is not so easy to find a facade that is ideal for a corner room, and sometimes you have to make special orders and spend time on preparatory work.
It is necessary to decide exactly how the drawers and doors should open, so that later there would be no inconvenience!
Parallel
The two-line variant is less popular than the others - angular, linear in one row and others. Two-row configuration provides for the location of elements of furniture and household appliances opposite each other. One set is made shorter, so as not to have a feeling of tightness. The minimum allowable distance between the rows is 1 meter, the optimum is 1.5 meters. The kitchen of a parallel configuration can be of two types: passage and non-passage. In the first case, it acts as a connecting room, and in the second it ends with a wall with a window, a balcony exit or a blind surface. Two-row layout will be inappropriate in narrow and very wide rooms. If the kitchen needs an additional furniture facade, then there is no other option than creating another row. The main advantages of this layout are expressed in a large working surface area and diversity in the choice of storage space for products.
U-shaped
A kitchen set in the shape of the letter “P” usually consists of three walls, but in some cases one of the sides is a bar counter or a peninsula. The kitchen room "apartment-Khrushchev" is suitable for placement of a U-shaped headset, and it can be made both separate and solid. In the second case, you will need to allocate a place near the window: there will be a wash basin and other low sections. It is necessary that the window sill had a height in the range of 85-90 cm. The width of the passage between the opposite sides is ideally 1.4-1.6 meters. In the kitchen, everything will be located in close proximity to each other. Because of this, it will be well adapted for cooking. If the apartment will be redeveloped, and the wall between the kitchen and living room will be removed, then an additional passage can be used, and a comfortable kitchen area will appear in the space of the apartment.
Linear in one row
This is a classic version with a straightforward arrangement of all kitchen furniture. The refrigerator at the same time is put in one row with other elements or separately. In the kitchen of Khrushchev, such a plan would not be the most convenient, but a small wall would have to be the way. In addition, when redeveloping an apartment, additional space for a headset may appear. A small linear wall is suitable for those who have little cooking, as well as young families who have no children, as they will need a minimum of kitchen utensils. A direct set will leave a lot of options for placing other furniture, for example, a corner sofa and a large table. There is a large selection of linear walls on sale; no need to make an individual order and wait a few months until it is made. Rectilinear facades have a simple configuration and, accordingly, cost less.
Location of furniture and appliances in the kitchen
Priority - saving space. In this regard, an element such as a bar counter is useful - it will replace the dining table and will be as close as possible to the headset. Narrow bar stools will also save space. If you need a regular table, it is better to give preference to rectangular models. It is not recommended to buy round tables. Another important element, the refrigerator, should not divide the parties into equal intervals. It is placed in the corner, but except when it is necessary to block the window because of this. Geyser is usually masked behind the facade.
Hood, refrigerator and gas stove are placed away from her. Niches in the walls will accommodate a microwave and a small separate oven. The hood is placed exactly above the stove. The washing machine is installed near the sink, but if there is such an opportunity, it is better not to use it in the kitchen. In this place it is better to install a dishwasher.
It would be more convenient for the right-handed person to use the dishwasher to the right of the sink.
Color spectrum
The kitchen in Khrushchev may look more visually due to chrome-plated surfaces, drawings with the effect of "volume". The appearance of small rooms is transformed by the game of colors and their combinations. Preference should be given pastel, deep, rich tones. Designers recommend to stop on two main shades, which will form the color basis. The use of white in combination with cyan color is an excellent choice for a small kitchen. In this case, white furniture is selected, and the walls are painted in cyan color. Beige and light blue colors create a minimalist feel.
The combination of white and red colors on the furniture will look organic against the light walls. The optimal combination of white and red - one to one. The combination of pink and blue or green will add to the kitchen lightness and festivity. A yellow color with brown or chocolate inclusions will significantly improve the visual perception of a small kitchen. Beautiful color combinations increase appetite.
Interior style
Most designer kitchens are made in one of the following styles:
- classical;
- high tech;
- modern;
- Provence;
- minimalism.
Classic style requires attention to detail and is very limited in terms of selection of materials and colors. The standard version of the kitchen set in this style is a wooden furniture in one of the shades of brown.
Hi-tech is another interesting style: glass and metal will be appropriate in a small kitchen. For modernism characterized by wide headset units, built-in appliances, color variety and the minimum number of parts. Provence style is very similar to American country and is typical in the French province. However, it is widespread throughout the world. This is one of the best options for decorating a small kitchen. The presence of a large number of ceramics and textiles on the surface is welcomed. The color palette should contain muted pastel colors. The main goal of the minimalist interior is comfort and orderliness. Furniture is selected with simple rectilinear forms, ideally monochromatic.
Characteristics of materials for finishing
Kitchen surfaces are constantly exposed to heat, steam and moisture. Next to the workspace, they are contaminated first of all: from drops of grease, etc. For the decoration of walls, tiles, decorative plaster, washable wallpapers and paints are most often used. Tiles are of several types: matte, glossy, texture and smooth. This material usually make out the lower half of the kitchen.
Recently, an apron is often made of glass, as the seams between the tiles quickly get dirty, and it is difficult to wash them. Moisture-resistant paint is simply applied, but the disadvantages that appear on it will be evident. More practical are washable wallpaper, for example, from non-woven. Decorative plaster can be flock, silicate, polymer, lime-sand, Venetian, etc. The floors are finished with linoleum or tile, normal or heated. As for furniture, you should choose the most resistant materials.
Other materials for finishing the kitchen:
- Flexible stone.
- MDF panels.
- Decorative rock.
Kitchen lighting
In the kitchen, you must have additional sources of lighting so that you can turn on the bright, then dim light. Light lighting is required primarily to facilitate the process of cooking - it can be used at any time of the day. Small spotlights are an ideal choice for a kitchen, especially a small one. First of all, they are intended to illuminate the working surface and the dining table. Spotlights are installed in one straight line. If desired, a small light fixture is mounted inside one of the walls to change the accent of the lighting. It is not recommended to install large-sized chandeliers on the ceiling; the ideal option is a wide flat luminaire with a closed canopy. If it is possible to design the main lighting, then it should be arranged in the center of the quadrilateral, bordering the kitchen unit.
It is desirable that the light from all the lighting fixtures be at about the same color temperature.
Combining the kitchen with the living room
United kitchens are typical mainly for studio apartments. However, in Khrushchev such a picture appears to be a necessity rather than a design technique. Recently, such a "transformation" has become very popular. In the process of preliminary calculations and measurements, the most ergonomic layout of furniture elements is selected and functional segments are distributed. Furniture in the kitchen and in the living room should not be very different in style. Combining these rooms will bring a number of positive changes. First, it will be easier to move around the apartment.
Another plus is the ability to transfer the dining area from the kitchen itself to the place where it enters the living room. It is also worth noting that during cooking it will be easier to keep track of the children. The main disadvantages are increased noise level and odor distribution in the hall.
You can get rid of these unpleasant moments as follows:
- High partition in the meter from the kitchen area will help reduce acoustic pollution to an acceptable level.
- To protect against unpleasant odors, you need a strong hood in the kitchen and air conditioning in the living room.
Combination of kitchen with balcony
If you have access to the balcony, then this can be used to expand the space. As a result of the removal of the wall between these rooms, the kitchen size will increase slightly. This will allow to equip a new place for storage of kitchen utensils; change the arrangement of furniture modules. The kitchen will be much lighter.
Instead of a balcony, bar counters, a dining area, etc. are made. A panoramic view will be opened from the kitchen - another significant plus. Among the shortcomings it is necessary to note a few points. Legitimation will be required, and this procedure may be delayed. It will be necessary to change and warm the floor. Another disadvantage is that it will get colder in the winter. It is necessary to air the kitchen often - it will be more difficult to do it. Some products are more convenient to keep on the usual balcony, and after redevelopment for their placement will require additional space.
Conclusion
Khrushchev houses are equipped with compact rooms, so they often make repairs in them. Planning a small room requires careful attention to all the details: the individual elements, the number of assistive devices, the configuration of the furniture set, the color palette and the lighting. Kitchens in Khrushchev small, but relatively wide, when compared with kitchen facilities in Brezhnevka. Such a compact layout should be used in full. For the arrangement of the premises establish U-shaped, parallel, angular and straight sets of furniture. To make the right choice, you need to be guided by the technical characteristics and practicality. Preference is better to give furniture with hinged doors. When selecting colors, materials of decoration, lighting and style of design should take into account the visual aspects of the perception of space.
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