Any housewife would like to see her kitchen not only functional, practical and convenient in terms of work processes, but also cozy, beautiful, and modern. Of course, the design of a kitchen largely depends on its size, but the ideas we offer for organizing the storage, preparation or consumption of food can be used in kitchens of any size. Another advantage is that many of the accessories and design techniques can be implemented independently, without the involvement of specialists and serious financial expenses. So, here are more than 70 ideas for organizing a practical, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing kitchen interior.
Ideas for optimizing space and saving usable kitchen space
In small kitchen spaces, every square centimeter is worth its weight in gold, so you have to use all the available space, for example, the height of the room. The location of the upper tier of kitchen cabinets from the very ceiling allows you to increase the number of storage systems. This method is good for kitchen areas in standard apartments with low ceilings.
If you add snow-white facades to the built-in kitchen unit from the ceiling to the floor, then not only the number of storage systems can be increased to optimal, but also a visual increase in space can be achieved.
Organizing a dining area in a small kitchen
If you have a spacious kitchen, then there will be no problems organizing a dining area for the whole family - you can install a spacious table. But what to do if the area of the kitchen space cannot be called anything other than modest? There are many options, but it all depends on the number of household members, their age (small children and elderly people will find it uncomfortable to sit at the bar, for example) and lifestyle (how often all family members gather for meals). One of the options for organizing a place to eat is to extend the countertop of the kitchen island. Then the number of storage systems, cutting surfaces or built-in household appliances can be increased, and the dining area can be left within the kitchen space (do not move the dining segment into the living room).
In a kitchen space with a shortage of usable space, you can use a folding table model with a semicircle shape to organize a dining area. There are models on sale that can recline entirely and rest on one leg, as well as tables in which part is lowered, leaving an almost rectangular tabletop for use.
A round portable table is a great option for organizing a dining area in a small kitchen.
Rational storage or saving usable space
There are never too many storage systems, especially when it comes to the kitchen - any homeowner will agree with this statement. But it is not enough to have a sufficient number of kitchen cabinets; it is important to organize storage in such a way as to spend as little time as possible searching for the right item, to store dangerous cutlery and various kitchen accessories in the safest way. Modern furniture manufacturers often offer us a ready-made solution for organizing storage - kitchen cabinets with built-in distributors, dividers, rotating shelves, pull-out organizers and other devices that help keep the kitchen space in order. But there are also many solutions that are used already in a ready-made furniture ensemble or even in addition to it.
Household items and food products that need to be used daily (spices, oils, sauces and other additives) are best stored on open shelves. Then the entire assortment will be before your eyes (you’ll be able to quickly find the right ingredient), and you won’t have to constantly slam kitchen cabinet doors. If your jars and bottles are not transparent, then the easiest way is to use stickers on which you can sign the name of the seasoning or sauce. Yes, this technique also applies to transparent dishes - many products look very similar (it would be a shame to confuse salt and sugar, ruining the dish, for example).
Square and rectangular containers take up less space, both on open shelves and in drawers.
To store bottles, you can use the following options for stands and shelves. The advantage of hanging wooden shelves is that not only are the bottles in a safe container, but there is also room for glasses. Metal holders can be mounted anywhere – even on the side walls of wall cabinets. Saving useful kitchen space is obvious.
What do you think of this approach to organizing a place to take notes, write down recipes, and generally create a mini-home office in your kitchen space? All that was needed was the side wall of the pencil case and a small tray (or tray) for stationery.
Another option for using a black magnetic board to organize a place for notes, recipes and grocery lists is the inside of the door of any wall cabinet.
Ordinary tin cans (from baby food or large canned food) become creative coasters for cutlery, just wrap them in burlap. It is noteworthy that such decorative elements will look organic not only in various variations of country style (Scandinavian, Provence, Mediterranean), but also in a kitchen space decorated in a modern style.
You may also need organizers in the form of wooden trays, containers or boxes with low sides. The convenience of using such stands is that a whole range of necessary household items is at hand, in the right place at the moment.
For products that are undesirable to be stored in the refrigerator (onions, garlic, potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, etc.), you can use special boxes with perforations. They can be made of plastic, metal, woven from wicker or rattan.
A few ideas on how you can store various cleaning products and utensils for washing dishes and caring for kitchen surfaces that you would not like to put on public display, but would prefer to hide.
And magnetic strips are perfect for storing a set of knives and other metal kitchen accessories. They can be attached directly to walls or inside storage systems.
Decorative elements with functional load
Almost any kitchen item can become a decorative element. For example, an original faucet - antique in brass or copper, golden or snow-white ceramic version, can not only perform its function of supplying water, but also decorate the interior, add originality or support the overall concept of kitchen design.
Combining various finishing materials can become a decorative element. And we are not only talking about the original or bright design of the kitchen apron. For example, you can combine ceramic floor tiles or laminate or parquet in the work and dining areas of the kitchen space. You can also lay out a segment at the exit to the backyard with porcelain tiles (an option for the kitchen areas of private houses).
Shelves and countertops made of wood that looks untreated (in fact, it is impregnated with special antiseptics and coated with moisture-repellent varnishes) not only bring natural warmth to a modern kitchen design, but also perform many functions.
A tee socket that slides right out of the countertop when needed? Nothing is impossible. Only the obvious space savings and ease of use must be planned in advance, at the stage of ordering a kitchen set and countertops for it.
Another convenient device is a hole in the countertop for collecting garbage. It’s not difficult to get rid of cooking waste - just throw everything unnecessary into the hole in the countertop, under which there is a trash container.
Almost any element becomes decorative if it is highlighted. The use of spotlights or strip lighting allows you not only to create the desired level of illumination in the kitchen, but also to create a special atmosphere of the room, a cozy atmosphere.
Nothing adds a breath of nature, freshness and spring-summer mood even on the coldest day, like the bright greenery of living plants in the interior. And if these plants not only add beauty and freshness to the kitchen design, but can also be used to prepare delicious and healthy dishes, then they deserve the most original design. Ordinary flower pots on the windowsill have not surprised anyone for a long time, and often this surface is converted into a tabletop. How to organize the placement of indoor plants and the cultivation of herbs for the family table and do it decoratively, decorating the design of the kitchen space?
How about hanging pots or containers made of ceramic, plastic, glass and even metal on special holders that attach to the wall? As a result, a whole green wall may appear in your kitchen, and the greens for tasty and healthy dishes will all be at hand.
If you don’t have a pet in your home who likes to climb curtain rods, this method of placing pots of indoor plants can be a highlight of the interior. Ideal for sun-loving plants.
If the kitchen area allows, then you can use really large plants in floor pots or tubs. Even the most austere, modern interior design is “softened” by the presence of such an abundance of greenery.
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The interior of the apartment can be completely different. It depends on the number of rooms, the presence of a balcony, the type of bathroom (combined or separate) and other factors. However, absolutely all apartments have one thing in common - a kitchen, and it is worth paying special attention to.
The kitchen is the place around which all life in the apartment revolves, because here they not only prepare food or store food, but also eat food. Moreover, it is the kitchen that becomes a place for gatherings and communication between family and friends around one large table. It is for this reason that a kitchen should combine qualities such as practicality, comfort and, of course, modern style.
In 2018, functional kitchens with a variety of styles will become especially interesting. The main advantage will be originality and ergonomics, capable of reflecting the personality of the household.
Fashion trends
The main slogan of 2018 is a combination of eco-friendly, natural elements of discreet style. The kitchen is especially interesting; if it is spacious, it is better to give preference to laconicism. Massive furniture and a lot of decor are inappropriate here.
Finishing materials that are relevant in 2018: ceramics, natural stone and wood, glass and metal. The only thing you don’t need to save on is household appliances: you can use an oven, integrated surfaces, refrigerator, microwave and other elements that are relevant now and meet modern technical requirements.
You should also pay attention to lighting - there should be as much of it as possible, so you can zone the kitchen and play with colors. The main thing is that the lamps match the style of the kitchen as a whole.
Furniture
The main condition is that the kitchen should not be overloaded with furniture. To equip it, a couple of cabinets, a work surface and a dining table with chairs are enough. It’s best to finish the series of necessary furniture accessories here, the main thing is that the furniture present is functional.
All furniture should be made only from natural materials; plastic is accepted only if the kitchen is designed in high-tech style. For small kitchens you can use modular furniture and transformable tables. In 2018, glass facades and open shelves will be especially fashionable.
Color solutions
Since 2018 is obsessed with naturalness, colors will be relevant in the same direction. Wood tones are especially attractive: oak, ash, alder and walnut. Milk, chocolate or olive colors are also perfect. Gray is always relevant and always in fashion. A black and white kitchen remains no less attractive to designers.
If your preferences fall on bright colors, then you should pay attention to red, yellow and blue, which can refresh the kitchen interior and make it more rainbow. However, you need to remember that a bright color should not prevail over others, otherwise it will quickly begin to tire household members.
When choosing a suitable palette, you need to take into account not only your taste and kitchen design, but also the features of the room itself. Light colors will help to visually increase the volume of the kitchen; for comfort it is better to use warm shades, but cold ones will add severity.
Basic kitchen design styles in 2018
Here, first of all, you need to rely on fashion and your personal taste; in addition, it is important to take into account the dimensions of the kitchen and the general style of the apartment.
The most popular styles in 2018 will be: modern, oriental and high-tech.
High-tech – minimum furniture, maximum equipment. There is practically no decor here; modern materials are used for decoration, and the kitchen itself is filled with modern appliances.
Oriental style is the opposite of high-tech. He loves the combination of textiles and decor, but this should be in moderation and carefully thought out.
Modern is a combination of simplicity and originality. Here you should give preference to asymmetrical shapes, smooth lines, various decorative elements and bold color schemes.
People who prefer comfort gravitate more towards Provence. It is best to use vintage and antique furniture, ceramic tiles, linen curtains, plaster and brickwork. It is ideal if the dishes in such a kitchen are made of clay.
If the kitchen is large and the owner loves luxury, then the classic style will suit him. Expensive wooden furniture with hand carving or forging, and soft dining chairs are used here. A huge chandelier, vases, paintings and other elements that emphasize the luxury and material well-being of the owners will also fit well here.
Fashionable small kitchen
Almost every housewife dreams of a large kitchen, a huge dining area and free space, but the reality is often worse, and you have to put up with kitchens that are modest in size. However, even such a small kitchen can be decorated in an original way, creating a fashionable haven for the household during meals.
First of all, you need to choose a suitable style; it is better to pay attention to minimalism options. Secondly, you need to visually expand the kitchen through lighting, light colors, and mirrors.
The furniture in such a kitchen should be as ergonomic and thoughtful as possible; it is best to place a small corner cabinet here; you can also use folding furniture (transformable table, quickly folding chairs).
When choosing equipment, you need to give preference to the most functional things, because it is much easier to place one combine than a turk, blender, mixer and other attributes that can be easily replaced by one.
Kitchen studio
Owners of small housing can try to abandon the traditional kitchen, which is a separate room, and make a studio apartment, which is especially welcome in 2018. You can significantly increase the space of the kitchen by erasing clear boundaries between functional areas.
For visual separation, you can use combined and multi-tiered ceilings, small rises and podiums, or color differences between zones.
For lighting, it is best to use spotlights, since the work and dining areas should have individual lighting.
In general, it is worth noting that creating a cozy and fashionable kitchen in 2018 is not so difficult; all you need to do is choose the optimal style and create a kitchen in accordance with it.
A beautiful interior always starts with a good idea. If you have to plan a kitchen design without the help of a professional, we suggest you look for inspiration, fresh ideas for 2019 and ready-made successful solutions in our selection of 120 real photos of interiors (mainly Russian apartments). Illustrative examples will help you imagine and better think about the layout of the kitchen, combinations of colors, finishing materials, decor and furniture.
Here you can find interesting photos of kitchen design, and then by clicking on the corresponding active link, go to a more detailed article on the topic and learn how to recreate something similar at home.
15 kitchen design ideas with photos
Idea 1. Discreet interior with gold details
If the interior of your kitchen is tastefully decorated, but it lacks something for the wow effect, then perhaps you should add a little gold to it. However, not necessarily gold. Bronze, brass, copper parts will work even better.
Our advice: The main condition for success is that the decor should not be too elegant, colorful, with an abundance of gloss, and there should be very few golden accents. For example, these could be: lamps, handles, faucets, picture frames, table accessories.
If you are arranging a kitchen from scratch and are unsure about choosing a color scheme, we recommend choosing a simple and win-win scheme: gold details + furniture and walls in neutral shades (gray, milky, beige).
Idea 2. Monochrome white kitchen - simple and stylish
When the walls, floors and kitchen units are white, the boundaries of space seem to disappear and even the smallest kitchen begins to seem spacious, filled with light and air. By the way, white surfaces are not easily soiled and require the same care as surfaces of any other color. Moreover, they are much more practical than dark materials and even the biggest mess looks less annoying against a light background.
Our advice: To prevent a monochrome white interior from reminiscent of a hospital ward, you need to use a lot of “contrasting” textures and materials. White brick, gloss, glass, white wood, ceramics, textiles and stucco - all this will make the kitchen cozy and stylish, not sterile and boring.
White kitchen design in Stalin style
Idea 3. Gray kitchen
Gray color is a more fashionable and practical replacement for white or beige. It is ideal for both kitchen furniture and wall decoration. Shades of gray have a lot of advantages: they are practical, combined with all colors, balance the abundance of decor and bright colors in the interior and generally elevate the design of the kitchen. In addition, gray walls and furniture have the ability to look equally good in both artificial and natural light.
Kitchen-living room design in gray and purple tones
Idea 4. Kitchen design in white and yellow tones
White interior with yellow accents is an ideal solution for dark northern kitchens. The fact is that yellow shades can replace sunlight and act on household members as an antidepressant and energy booster. The main thing is not to overdo it with the dosage, since in large quantities this color can be irritating. In this collection of photos you can see photo examples of kitchen design with yellow walls.
Idea 5. Russian style kitchen
The conventional “Russian style” of the interior can be different, for example, country, Soviet, estate or old Moscow. Choose the direction that is closest to you, carefully consider the color scheme, use only natural materials if possible and try not to overdo it with prints, decor and color. If everything is done correctly, the interior of a Russian-style kitchen will turn out very cozy and stylish.
And here is a selection of photo examples of the design of a dining area in the Russian style.
Our advice: Sometimes a couple of iconic accessories or decorative items are enough to create the right mood. For example, you can fit a samovar, a Gzhel collection, or Zhostovo trays into your kitchen design, as in the photo below.
Idea 6. Variegated tiles on the floor and/or in the backsplash
Variegated tiles (metlakh tiles, azulejos, oriental and Russian tiles), despite their brightness, are quite universal. It fits into both classic and modern interiors, looks good both in the decoration of the floor and the apron, both in the design of a small and spacious kitchen. So, for example, in a small kitchen, tiles with patterns, attracting glances, distract them from the cramped space, and in a large room they bring a feeling of coziness to the interior.
Design of a small kitchen with colorful tiles in Khrushchev
Our advice:
- Variegated tiles look best in a monochrome interior, with walls/furniture in subdued shades.
- If your backsplash/floor is already finished with regular ceramic tiles, then you can paint it using special stencils and chalk paints, for example, from Daria Geiler. Below in the photo you can see an example alteration of facades and apron using only paint and stencils.
Idea 7. Kitchen with a window sill-bar counter
If you are planning a kitchen design from scratch, then you should consider the idea of converting the window sill into a bar counter. In a large kitchen-dining room or if there is a separate dining room, the bar counter can play the role of a table for breakfast and snacks, and in a small kitchen it will become a compact replacement for the dining table, saving space for the work area and storage system. Here are a few photos of kitchen interiors with window sills and tables.
Idea 8. Magnetic slate wall
A magnetic slate wall can not only look cool in your kitchen interior, but also bring practical benefits. It is convenient to leave notes for household members, write recipes, grocery and to-do lists, and also attach magnetic shelves, hooks and containers for spices.
Our advice: If you want to make a chalk wall thoroughly and for a long time, then it is better to use either a ready-made magnetic slate board or slate paint. If you only need a slate surface for a year or two, then the wall should be decorated with self-adhesive chalk wallpaper - they are inexpensive, easy to stick and peel off.
With a chalk wall, you won't have to worry about kids' drawings on the walls.
An apron can also be slate.
Design of a small kitchen-dining room with a slate apron
Idea 9. Mirrors
The most effective way to visually enlarge a space and make it brighter is... hang a large mirror on the wall. The main thing is that it is hardened or plastic (this is safer) and is secured away from the stove and sink (this is more practical).
Our advice: by hanging a mirror opposite the window, you can increase the lighting and create the illusion of a second window.
An example of decorating a small kitchen with mirrors
Mirror in the design of a classic Stalin kitchen
Kitchen design in a remodeled Khrushchev building
Idea 10. Kitchen with a sofa
A small sofa will allow you to comfortably watch TV in the kitchen, arrange cozy gatherings with friends and, if necessary, accommodate guests.
Design project for a studio apartment
If you want to give your kitchen a more formal look, use an elegant banquette or ottoman.
Our advice: If the kitchen is small, then the sofa can be replaced with a bench or kitchen corner with built-in storage drawers, as in these photos.
Idea 11. Transparent furniture
Another super trick for designing small kitchens is using transparent furniture. Tables and chairs made of polycarbonate look very stylish, they are quite wear-resistant and practical, and most importantly, they do not clutter up the space.
Idea 12. The focus is on the dining table
We often design the dining area in the kitchen so that it is, first of all, comfortable, spacious and practical. But why not give it a more formal look? After all, this is possible regardless of the size of the kitchen and the size of the table. You only need to: visually or physically separate the dining area from the work area, illuminate the table with wall sconces, a lampshade or a beautiful chandelier and decorate it with accessories.
Dining area in the kitchen-living room in Khrushchev
Dining area in a small kitchen in a Stalin building
Here are some more photo examples of kitchen design with an elegant table.
What should the kitchen interior design be like? First of all, comfortable, ergonomic, well thought out. Interior development at a high level requires an infusion of significant funds and time resources. Repairs begin with the creation of a design project, drawn by hand or in a special program. The kitchen, as a complex object for design, needs a preliminary interior design, perhaps more than any other room, with the possible exception of the bathroom.
Don’t limit yourself to thinking through the design in your head, be sure to transfer your thoughts to a piece of paper and correlate the ideas with the actual dimensions of the kitchen. Here some inconsistencies and difficulties in implementing design ideas may come to the surface.
Features of kitchen renovation
When planning the kitchen interior, it is not enough to decide on the decor and arrangement of items from the point of view of comfort. There are a number of factors that either will not allow the design project to be realized in all its details, or this will require significantly more effort, financial resources and time than planned. It must be remembered that drawing up a kitchen design project is not only a creative process, but also engineering work.
Factors complicating interior design:
- Load-bearing walls. Not in all cases it is possible to expand a small kitchen by combining it with a living room. Sometimes you have to be content with the available square meters.
- Low ceiling. This detail can adjust your tasks. We will need to think about how to visually solve this problem. In addition, complex ceiling structures are not your case.
- Availability of sewerage and water supply. The location of the kitchen sink is tied to the sewer and water supply; if you want to move it, additional plumbing work will be required.
- A large number of electrical appliances that require power supplied to predetermined locations. Each switch and each socket must be located in strictly defined places.
- High humidity. Good ventilation will be required to ensure that the climate in the kitchen is always comfortable.
- Gas appliances. As you know, by law the kitchen cannot be combined with the living room if a gas stove is installed there. Merging is possible only by replacing the gas stove with an electric one or installing a light partition.
- Temperature changes and evaporation of fats. This factor influences the choice of finishing materials. They must be moisture resistant and washable.
Video: Kitchen renovation mistakes
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Standard kitchen (about 10 m2). It is believed that a room of this size is quite comfortable, especially if there is access to a balcony. This kitchen has enough space to accommodate all the necessary interior elements: household appliances and furniture. However, there is no need to strive to embrace the immensity; it is better to refuse something, for example, large furniture, a large number of cabinets and shelves. The shape of the kitchen is of great importance: rectangular or square. In a square kitchen, an island area would be appropriate, which can serve as a dining or working area. In a narrow kitchen there is no room for an island area; it is quite difficult to place a dining table. The best option is by the window. Due to the difficulty of placing a dining area, some resort to redevelopment - combining the kitchen and living room. |
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When preparing an interior design for a small kitchen, you will have to think carefully. In a limited space it is difficult to combine aesthetics and functionality. You will have to pay a lot of attention to the choice of color and decor. Such an object requires a separate detailed consideration. We'll come back to talking about a small kitchen. |
When designing the interior of a kitchen of any size, one should strive for ergonomics. The basis of a kitchen design project is the work triangle: stove, sink, refrigerator. These three items should be located close to each other.
Video: secrets of kitchen-living room design
Colors and their combinations in the kitchen interior
It is known that colors affect the psyche and well-being of a person. They can either invigorate or calm, improve your mood or depress you. It is extremely important what color your kitchen is decorated in. After all, in this zone they not only often spend time, but also eat food, which means that color design will affect not only the psychological state, but also the physiological functions of the body.
10 colors
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It’s not for nothing that psychologists advise avoiding a large amount of red in the bedroom. This color has a stimulating effect on the nervous system and does not allow you to relax. It will work the same way in the kitchen. On the one hand, household members will have a good appetite, the atmosphere will seem cheerful, on the other hand, a long stay in such an interior provokes headaches and nervous tension in susceptible people. Suitable for extroverts, but introverts will feel uncomfortable in a red kitchen. Also, keep in mind that eating too much red increases blood pressure. It should not be used in small kitchens, as this color makes objects visually closer and heavier. Often combined with white, gray, black colors. |
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The color of energy, positivity and comfort. Good to combine with calmer colors. It, like red, enlarges objects, but they do not seem bulky. Great for larger than average kitchens located on the north side. In the interior of the kitchen, combinations with white, black, milky, brown, blue and green colors are used. |
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A cheerful color that literally glows from within and makes the kitchen sunny. In terms of its effect on humans, yellow is similar to red. It is best to use it in limited quantities as it tends to become boring. It is known that yellow goes well with its neighbors in the palette: orange, red, green. A successful combination of lemon yellow and turquoise, yellow and brown, purple. |
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If you want to create a feeling of freshness in the kitchen, then this is what you need. Green can be both invigorating and calming. Green has many shades: muted, yellow or bluish, with which you can create different moods. Pairs with white, grey, beige, brown, orange and pink. |
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Blue/cyan. Blue is an elegant and formal color. However, you need to be careful with him. Despite the fact that this color has a positive effect on blood pressure, normalizing it, calming and driving away stress, it, unlike red, orange, yellow, suppresses appetite. In addition, when used in large quantities, it causes melancholy and depression. To avoid negative influences, blue should be combined with warm shades, for example, beige, bronze, orange. However, you can choose light and airy shades of blue or sea green. In general, the blue color gives depth to the space and seems to push the walls apart. |
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Purple/lilac. A bold solution for the kitchen. Each shade of purple, and there are many of them, is perceived differently in the interior. This is a color that requires good lighting, so you should make sure there are enough sources of natural and artificial light. Dark shades of purple give a bohemian look to the room, while lilacs are calming. Remember that shades of purple do not go well with each other, but they harmonize well with white, gray, olive, and chocolate. This color should not be used in small rooms. |
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The white interior has both advantages and disadvantages. On the plus side, the white kitchen looks larger than its actual size. Using white color you can create a simple or sophisticated interior in high-tech, minimalism, classic, Scandinavian style. But such a kitchen is too dirty, you will have to clean it very often. A white kitchen is a blank canvas that can be decorated with bright accents. This color goes well with all others. |
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You have to be extremely careful with this color, which is probably why black is not used very often in design, mainly in modern interiors in the minimalist, high-tech style. Particularly controversial is its choice as the main one for the kitchen. There can be a lot of black color if, for example, the kitchen facades are made in black, or it can be introduced into the interior in separate inclusions. Black can be depressing, especially if you choose the wrong complementary colors. It, like white, goes with all colors, but most often it is combined with light ones: white, light gray, milky, beige. An important condition is good lighting. |
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Gray has many shades: one can be warm, the other cold. The overall impression will depend on the texture of the surface and on other colors present in the interior that will shade the gray. Be careful, a gray interior can easily become gloomy. In a gray kitchen, bronze, gold and silver decor will look good. |
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Beige/brown. If you use predominantly beige and brown colors in the kitchen interior, it will turn out cozy and “warm”. Beige combines the best features of white and yellow without their disadvantages. Like white, beige visually expands space and invigorates, like yellow. At the same time, the interior, made in beige, is not too easily soiled and is not visually irritating. Brown and beige are suitable for decorating interiors in classic, country and Provence styles. |
Having thought through the design project, checking the colors of the future interior and the location of the furniture, try not to deviate one step from your plans. Otherwise, the end result may be disappointing.
Video: Color Schemes for Interior Design
Kitchen interior styles
We have already touched on the topic of choosing the main color of the interior, now let's look at the style directions of the kitchen interior. Features of the most popular styles will be noted, but this does not mean that the kitchen cannot be decorated in accordance with other styles. Below you can read more about the features of interior styles:
- country,
- Provence,
- modern,
- ethno,
- classic,
- Art Deco.
But the scope of imagination is not limited to them. You can easily choose loft, hi-tech, minimalism, Scandinavian style, contemporary or other styles.
Country style
Country style and rustic style are one and the same. He is characterized by attention to detail, because it is they that shape the country style. A distinctive feature is the environmental friendliness of the materials.
Style Features:
- Massive and somewhat rough wooden kitchen set, specially aged, as well as wicker and forged furniture.
- Calm natural colors, for example, wood color.
- Use bright colors only as accents.
- Use of untreated wood.
- Ceiling beams.
- Finishing with brick, stone, plaster, wallpaper with a small, unobtrusive floral pattern. The floor may have porcelain tiles.
- Clay, copper and wooden dishes hung on the walls or placed on open shelves as decoration. In the same neighborhood you can place jars of cereals, all kinds of boxes, and wicker baskets.
- Natural handmade textiles - two-color or patchwork, crafts.
- A forged chandelier is a frequent attribute of the style.
- Warm artificial lighting.
The main thing in country style is comfort and coziness. In general, the country style is designed to recreate the atmosphere of a village hut.
Classic style
A predictable choice for conservatives. The classic style will never become outdated; it looks great in the space of a large kitchen, although exceptions are possible. Emphatically respectable and respectable. The headset is characterized by a linear arrangement. A classic interior should not contain plastic elements unless it is an imitation of natural materials.
Characteristic:
- columns and arches,
- massive furniture,
- clear lines and shapes,
- antiques,
- drapery,
- stucco,
- warm colors,
- natural textiles.
An almost obligatory interior detail should be a classic chandelier, perhaps even a crystal one. Spot lighting needs to be carefully considered if you don’t want to give it up completely.
Traditionally, expensive finishing materials are used, such as precious wood and stone. In order to reduce the cost of repairs, imitations of these materials are used.
Classic interior colors: everything from white to brown, as well as gold, green, terracotta, light pink or blue.
Art Deco style
Luxurious style. And this is not just appearance. Only wealthy people can afford to decorate a kitchen in the art deco style, since furniture in this style will not be cheap. The art deco style literally screams wealth. Characterized by a combination of the incongruous, eclecticism: the interweaving of classical forms with technical innovations and modern design finds. This is a mixture of elements of empire, ethno, modern, oriental style.
Style Features:
- Valuable wood species, in particular wenge.
- A natural stone.
- Decor in the form of black and white photographs, mirrors or paintings in gilded frames. The combination of stucco molding, gold trim with a chrome oven or glass-ceramic hob will not be bad manners. What can I say, even a bar counter would be in place in such an interior.
- Along with beige and brown colors, lilac and purple colors, dark shades of red, as well as white and black can be used.
- You cannot combine silver and gold shades in the same interior. Blue, green and orange colors are not used.
- Natural materials.
- Streamlined furniture.
Provence style
This style is also called French country. It's not a mistake. Provence is the rustic style of French Provence. And Provence cannot but echo country. It is also characterized by:
- open shelves filled with dishes and jars, jugs, vases with bunches of herbs, in particular lavender, and figurines of cockerels. The walls can be decorated with beautiful plates.
- an abundance of wicker, forged, copper, lace, embroidered.
- aged furniture,
- textiles with a floral or checkered pattern.
The difference is manifested in the chosen color scheme. If country music is characterized by shades of natural wood, sometimes dark, then in an interior decorated in Provencal style, light pastel shades should be used, if wood, then bleached. The predominant color is often chosen to be beige, blue or olive, but the kitchen can be white, gray or sand colors. Now, however, they are moving away from pastel colors and, for example, blue or dark olive are allowed. You can use purple and bright yellow as accents.
- Plaster, brick, wood, and paint are used to decorate walls. Wallpaper is used extremely rarely and locally. Kitchen facades are often decorated with carvings, stained glass windows, panels, decoupage, and craquelure. A characteristic feature are wooden chairs with upholstered seats with drawstrings.
- All modern-looking equipment should be hidden from view. You can purchase “household assistants”, the body of which is made in Provencal style. Many manufacturers produce these.
- The countertop and backsplash are often tiled.
- Full compliance can be achieved by placing flowering plants on stands and window sills; cuckoo clock on the wall; hanging herbs from the ceiling.
Everything in the Provence interior should breathe hospitality.
Ethno style
Ethnic style is varied. The color scheme and decorative elements are what creates the desired picture. They will depend on which ethnic culture is chosen. In the kitchen it is quite possible to create a corner of Japan, Morocco, Africa.
When creating an African kitchen interior, shades of brown, rare woods such as wenge and zebrawood, animal prints, and figures of black people are used. An apron with an image of the African savannah will look great. Moroccan style, which is also African, is rich in detail. A distinctive feature is the small geometric patterns in which several colors are intertwined. The apron is often laid out with ceramic tiles with this pattern.
Japanese style is restrained and simple. It is recreated using lightweight rice paper partitions. Bonsai can grow in pots. The walls can be decorated with hieroglyphs, fans, and a large vase with ikebana can be placed in the corner. The chandelier shade can be made of wood or rice paper. Choose dark brown, red, beige colors.
Indian style is Buddhist figurines, batik, silk. The colors used are bright and floral. Characterized by rounded lines, small and large pillows, multi-layered curtains. The floor can be made of porcelain stoneware or ceramic tiles with an ethnic pattern. Despite the fact that we are talking about the interior of the kitchen, a carpet would also be appropriate here.
Art Nouveau style
Suitable for young and energetic people. This style is laconic and devoid of elaborate details. The emphasis is on convenience and technological progress, so the interior looks futuristic.
Characteristic:
- Functionality of all elements.
- Smooth and glossy surfaces, in particular kitchen facades.
- An abundance of plastic and metal, glass. Wood can be used.
- The apron can be made of glass mosaic or glass panel with photo printing.
- Modular furniture.
As for colors, modernism is patient with the most unpredictable contrasting combinations.
Often this is an interior characterized by strict lines and simplicity of forms. The main focus in the kitchen should be on the kitchen unit.
If you turn to professional designers to draw up a design project, the cost of the project will also depend on the chosen style direction. Eclecticism will cost more than classics.
Small kitchen interior
Small kitchens are not a thing of the past. It seems that only Khrushchev buildings were equipped with small kitchens, but this is not at all true. In some new buildings today, kitchens are also small-sized, so tips on interior design for a small kitchen will be relevant for a long time.
- In a small kitchen you can implement any style that allows the use of light shades. In particular, these are Provence and country, hi-tech, classic style, Scandinavian, minimalism.
- Try to avoid sharp corners and bulky furniture. Choose built-in furniture and small appliance models.
- Remember that with the help of mirror surfaces you can expand the space.
- The table can be replaced by a bar counter. In addition, it can be reclining.
- Use the windowsill as a work surface or move the sink there. A multicooker, microwave or food processor can find their place on the windowsill.
- Provide good lighting.
More design ideas appear if a small kitchen has access to a balcony. Its space is used in a variety of ways. An insulated balcony can become a winter garden, an extension of the kitchen, where the dining area will be located; uninsulated - a place for summer recreation, a refrigerator in winter. It is better to replace the door to an insulated balcony in a small kitchen with a sliding version or French glazing. Instead of a balcony block, a bar counter can be installed.
The main requirements for the interior of a small kitchen: functionality, practicality. For example, hanging cabinets can be very high, right up to the ceiling.
Video: how to choose furniture for a small kitchen
How to remodel a refrigerator under a window in a Khrushchev building
It’s not for nothing that the cabinet under the window in Khrushchev-era buildings is called a refrigerator. In winter, perishable food can be stored there. When remodeling a kitchen, you need to do something with the refrigerator:
- Leave it as is, for its intended purpose - you will need to replace the doors with more presentable ones that match the style of the interior; think about how best to insulate the refrigerator so that the cold does not penetrate into the room.
- Make an ordinary cabinet, which is especially important if the window sill will serve as a working surface. By the way, some equipment, for example, a washing machine, can be located in a niche. In this case, the refrigerator is insulated.
- Lay it in completely, removing the niche or making it small, about 15 cm deep. It is best to move the heating radiator there so that it functions as efficiently as possible.
- Dismantle the thin wall and add glazing to the floor - the kitchen will be very bright.
10 mistakes and shortcomings of kitchen design
When designing a kitchen, try to avoid the mistakes listed below, or be prepared for the fact that failure to follow the recommendations will complicate cleaning in the kitchen or the process of moving.
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Linear arrangement. If the kitchen has a long wall, then many people prefer to place all the furniture, including the refrigerator, along this wall. This is a mistake, because the working triangle is called a triangle because its three components must be located in different angles. Linear arrangement is relevant only in small kitchens. If the kitchen is quite large and long, imagine how many times you will have to walk from one end to the other while preparing food, it is much easier to place one of the elements against the opposite wall or as an island, then you only need to turn around. |
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No work surface between the stove and the sink or refrigerator. After the dishes are washed, they must be left somewhere to dry; when preparing food, spatulas, spoons, lids from pots or pans, and finally food items are placed on the work surface. Without a work surface it will be very inconvenient. |
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Narrow space. Between the kitchen unit and the island; a kitchen set placed on two sides; or the set and the dining table or bar counter must be at least 120 cm apart. |
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Only central lighting. The kitchen must have lighting for the work area, if only because you will block the light from the chandelier while cooking or washing dishes. |
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Glossy facades and wooden floors. Such surfaces quickly become dirty and lose their attractive appearance. |
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Marble surfaces. Keep in mind that marble is a porous material, and this can play a nasty trick, for example, coloring products spilled on a marble countertop or marble floor will leave a stain that is difficult to remove. |
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Built-in appliances located too low or high. And again a question of comfort. All built-in equipment should be located at waist level, because it will not be possible to rearrange it to place it more conveniently. |
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No space for small household appliances. Almost no one can do without household helpers in the kitchen these days. Provide free space for placing household appliances: a multicooker, blender, coffee maker, food processor, etc., even if these appliances are not currently available. You may want to buy something in the future. |
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Open shelves instead of wall cabinets. Many styles allow open shelves in the kitchen. However, there is a great risk that over time they will be cluttered with unnecessary and not at all decorative items. If you decide on open shelves, then at least leave enough storage space in the lower cabinets. |
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Wide and deep drawers. Another detail that is often overlooked when trying to provide as much space as possible to store everything you need and not so much. At first glance, the wide and deep drawers seem to be functional. Yes, they will allow you to hide a lot in their depths, but how heavy they will be - think about it. |
Photos of kitchen interiors
For many, the kitchen is a favorite place in the house, where you can create exquisite culinary masterpieces, taste them, or simply spend time with loved ones. To do this, you need to create the most comfortable atmosphere possible, thinking through not only the decorative, but also the practical component of the interior. The main trends, rules and tips for kitchen design - all this is in our article!
Choosing an interior style
The first step in designing a kitchen is choosing the main style. Even if you want to create a unique project that is not similar to others, you must adhere to the laws of a certain design direction. Otherwise, the interior will look ridiculous, ill-conceived and disharmonious. But each style offers a wide field for creativity, the main thing is to follow the basic recommendations.
The key principle of the style lies in the name: high-tech is high technology, the use of which is mandatory in a modern interior. That is why high-tech is an excellent option for the kitchen, where comfort and ease of use of household appliances come first.
Modern materials such as plastic, glass or metal are used for decoration and furniture. Glossy smooth surfaces give the room a slightly futuristic look. The color palette is restrained, often based on the contrast of dark and light.
It is difficult to imagine a high-tech kitchen design without “smart” fittings: all kinds of lifts, drawers, dividers that simplify life and rationalize space.
Buying household appliances can cost a pretty penny, as preference is given to built-in, state-of-the-art models with touch controls and LED screens. However, this is not a meaningless purchase, but an investment in comfort and durability.
Despite the development of technology and the trend towards rationalization of space, the classic style still does not lose popularity. Of course, we are not talking about traditional pompous aristocratic interiors filled with beautiful but useless decor. The classics are adapted to the needs of our time, making them look quite modern.
It is better to design a kitchen with a medium to large area in this style, where it will look most appropriate. You can take a dark or light palette, but the shades should be as natural as possible. The same rule applies to finishing materials. Wooden furniture with a deep texture, a small number of patterned elements, facades with frames and glass doors - these components are enough to fill a classic interior with art.
The style of French villages in the space of city apartments is rarely found in its “pure” form. Usually it is combined with modern classics, and the kitchen itself is sought to be combined with the dining room and living room. This is related to the first rule of Provence - as much space as possible.
The second thing that catches your eye is the light pastel shades, as if bleached by the hot Mediterranean sun. Preference is given to white, cream, blue - the most natural and unobtrusive colors.
Furniture should have an antique look, which is achieved using the effect of artificial aging. The priority is natural materials or high-quality substitutes that cannot spoil the authentic atmosphere.
The kitchen unit includes a large number of open shelves displaying dishes, pots and napkins, which enhance the Provençal charm. But it’s better to hide household appliances from prying eyes, which built-in models can handle perfectly.
Unlike the previous solution, minimalism can be incorporated into both spacious apartments and small Khrushchev-era apartments. This style can transform any space, focusing on functionality.
Clean lines and clear forms of laconic furniture with built-in household appliances seem to form a monolithic plane - this is how minimalism creates a feeling of order and cleanliness, which is important in the interior of the kitchen. The main attention is paid not to decorative elements, but to functionality, which allows you to competently organize the area.
No more than 2-3 shades are used here, one of which can be bright. In general, preference should be given to neutral colors or the aesthetic texture of natural materials.
An excellent solution for kitchens where the sun has become too frequent a guest due to south-facing windows. Scandinavian frosty, but at the same time very cozy, this style is suitable for interiors of any size.
As in the case of minimalism, here design is secondary - practicality comes first. Such kitchens love white color, natural materials, especially wood, and strict forms. If the Scandinavian style seems too simple to someone, then it would be appropriate to add a few bright details to dilute the slightly sterile atmosphere.
Color solutions
Whatever style you follow, to make the room look modern, it is recommended to use a color scheme with 2-3 shades that harmonize well with each other, or stick to a monochromatic design.
White kitchen
Perhaps the best option for kitchen design, which can serve as the main color or a neutral background for others. There is an opinion that a bright interior quickly becomes dirty, but this also depends on the material of the surfaces. On the other hand, it looks the most spacious, comfortable, and also has a positive effect on the psyche.
Gray kitchen
Don’t think that a kitchen interior in gray tones looks boring or gloomy; on the contrary, it is very stylish and modern. To avoid a negative effect, it is enough to come up with a successful color combination, for example, with white, black, blue shades.
Beige kitchen
Natural options, such as cream, walnut or light wood shades, are perfect for classic, Provencal, as well as minimalist kitchen designs. Monochrome design will help create a cozy and warm atmosphere.
Blue kitchen
Evoking associations with the sky and sea, the blue color is ideal for a peaceful interior. It is better to use it when decorating the facades of kitchen furniture, combining it with white or brown.
Green kitchen
If you follow modern trends, then be sure to find a place in your kitchen for the most fashionable shade of 2017 according to Pantone. It will bring you a little closer to nature, even in an urban environment.
Kitchen finishing
The decoration of any room is like a frame that carefully stores the “filling” and emphasizes its beauty. In the case of a kitchen, the choice of materials plays a key role, especially if you want it to last as long as possible.
Floor
Kitchen flooring should not be afraid of drops of grease, pieces of food and moisture. This is what you should first consider when selecting materials.
An excellent solution is a combination of coverage in different areas. For example, in the work area you can put ceramic tiles, which are resistant to external influences, and in the dining area - parquet or laminate.
Walls
In kitchen interiors, ceramic tiles are most often found in the apron area, as well as painted or wallpapered walls. In addition, wall panel cladding and decorative plaster, for example imitating marble, are used.
Combining finishing materials allows you not only to diversify the design, but also to design it according to the principle of functionality. Plain surfaces remain a priority.
Ceiling
The choice of materials for finishing the ceiling in the kitchen depends on the style or height of the room. If the latter indicator is low enough, then an even white coating will be the way out. Moreover, it looks stylish and suits any space.
In a modern interior with high walls, you can install suspended ceilings. They also help organize a complex lighting system.
How to choose furniture and household appliances
This choice directly depends on your needs: someone spends most of their life in the kitchen, preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner for a large family; and someone comes in once a day to heat up purchased food in the microwave.
Modern kitchens often include not only a work area and storage space, but also a dining area - which can be either just a bar counter dividing the space or a large, full-fledged dining room.
In addition, kitchen sets vary in layout, which depends on the geometry and size of the room. There are corner models, U- and L-shaped, straight, and island. The latter are recommended for medium or large sized rooms.
Regardless of the chosen style, kitchen furniture today is increasingly made according to the principles of ergonomics, practicality and functionality. For example, drawers, shelves or modular cabinets.
Today, household appliances built into the set are extremely popular, which allows not only to save space, but also to create an aesthetic appearance.
As for electrical appliances, which no modern kitchen can do without, the list varies. Some owners may add a washing machine or even a TV to the required set. Others will have to use the entire usable space, including cabinets and drawers, to organize only the essential items. In any case, the place for each detail needs to be thought out in advance!
Decor and lighting
When decorating any interior, the main rule always applies: do no harm. The same applies to kitchens. For example, by placing too many porcelain figurines, you risk staining or knocking over a fragile piece at the very climax of cooking. Of course, a cozy atmosphere is very necessary here, but it can be created with the help of other expressive means.
Glass facades look aesthetically pleasing, through the doors of which you can see sets of dishes, towels or cutlery. Don't forget about traditional napkins, aprons and other textile details - they can become a bright detail in a restrained kitchen design.
Even some napkin boxes or cute salt shakers can decorate a room beyond recognition, and potted flowers will refresh a high-tech interior.
Each functional area in the kitchen should be fully illuminated: work surface, stove, sink, bar counter or island, above which pendant lights can be installed.
A good solution is LED built-in light sources along the kitchen apron. The hood can also be used as a support for additional lamps.
In addition to local lighting, you need to think about general lighting. Traditional chandeliers or spotlights are suitable for this.
Small kitchen: interior design
The above tips will fit perfectly into a large space, but what should the owners of small-sized kitchens, which are the majority in our country, do? You'll have to try a little harder, but you can solve this problem. And to do this you just need to follow a few rules!
Firstly, it is recommended to change the layout by combining the kitchen area with the living room. The absence of boundaries will create a feeling of freedom and spaciousness even in a small room, and different types of partitions will help to visually separate the home.
Secondly, choose light shades and mirror surfaces. It is advisable that the color of the headset does not differ much from the finish.
Third, pay attention to straight or L-shaped layouts, which will leave some free square footage for movement. The latter option will allow you to use the often inactive area in the corner of the room.
