Practical ideas that will make even a tiny kitchen comfortable. How to make a kitchen convenient and comfortable: functional furniture and practical ideas How to make a kitchen modern

Purchase new kitchen– this is a super-important event that requires thorough preparation. After all, its service life can be 10-20 years and what it will be will, to some extent, even affect the image and quality of life of the family. In this material we will tell you how to choose the right one kitchen set, in the format of a step-by-step guide with a selection of photos for inspiration.

10 stages of choosing and designing a kitchen set

Stage 1: Determine needs and requirements

Before you start planning your headset, think about what exactly you need from it. For example, if you often organize home celebrations and parties, then you should provide a place to store cutlery and a minibar in the kitchen. Do you love baking? Note to yourself that in the future set there should be a place for all kinds of shapes, molds and bread maker.

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It would be great if you made a list the necessary equipment, large utensils and dishes, as well as features such as a shelf for cookbooks, a bottle holder, a module for storing a dustpan and a broom, and more.

Stage 2. Looking for ideas, deciding on color and style

Do not neglect the stage of searching for ideas, because it has a lot of practical significance– the more carefully you think about the details of your future headset, the less chance you will have of making mistakes and missing opportunities. Just look at the pictures on the Internet (for example, on our website :)) and take note good decisions By:

Module configurations;
The location of the “work triangle”: stove/oven, sink and refrigerator;
Location of household appliances – built-in and stationary, small and large;
Materials and design of facades (shapes, styles, combinations of colors and textures);
Materials and design of countertops and splashbacks;
Fittings design;
Furniture lighting;
The location of the dining area relative to the cabinet itself.

Stage 3. Planning the design of the kitchen set

The design of a kitchen set depends mainly on its facades rather than on the frame, which is practically invisible. What should they be? Here are some key tips for choosing their color:

If the kitchen is small, rely on light colors (white is best) and possibly a glossy finish. Then the kitchen facades will reflect light, and the set will seem much less bulky.

White kitchen set in a small kitchen in a one-room Khrushchev building

Also, the color of the facades can be matched to the tone of the walls - then the set will seem to “dissolve” in them.
If your kitchen windows face south or southwest, then you can choose almost any color for the facades, and cool shades will be especially good - blue, indigo, turquoise. But if there is not enough light, then facades of warm colors - beige, yellow, red, pink, lilac and others - will help replace the sun.
Do you want to spend as little time as possible cleaning the kitchen? Then beware dark colors(including in the choice of apron and tabletop), and especially in combination with gloss. There is nothing more tedious than wiping off fingerprints, tiny crumbs and water droplets from dark surfaces.

Now let's talk about kitchen furniture styles. Conventionally, kitchen sets can be divided into classic and modern.

Classic headsets are, of course, suitable for traditional interiors, starting from “palace” and ending with “village” ( Provence , country etc.). Their main feature is paneled facades made of wood (or imitation wood). Otherwise, they can be very different - decorated with cornices, carvings, patina, glass inserts, stained glass, etc.

A set with panels, decor and cornice in the Art Deco style in a kitchen in Khrushchev

Choosing classic facades, remember that too elegant facades risk overloading the interior and complicating cleaning. For small kitchens, units with decorative elements and are completely contraindicated, panels and glass inserts will be quite enough.

Modern headsets, as a rule, are solid and often even without handles (with a push mechanism). They can compensate for their laconicism with color or unusual texture, for example, glossy, matte, satin surface, finish exotic tree, photo printing, etc. Due to their smoothness, they are easier to clean and “split” the space less, which is good for small kitchens.

Stage 4. Room measurements

Before designing a set, you need to measure and mark on the plan:

Length and width of the room;
The height of the walls from floor to ceiling;
Distance between walls;
Distance from corners to door;
Doors and windows, as well as the distance from their edges to the floor, ceiling, corners. Don’t forget to measure the amount of space needed to open windows and doors;
Dimensions of all protrusions;
Distance from the wall and from the floor to the exhaust vent;
Dimensions and location of pipes, ventilation shafts, radiator, geyser, if it exists;
Sockets and switches. If you are at the renovation stage, then indicate on the plan the location of the sockets at the moment, as well as their desired location and number in the future kitchen;
If you already have household appliances, then you need to measure them too.

It is extremely important to measure all parameters correctly. An error of even 0.5 cm can cause you a lot of problems at the assembly stage

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Before going to the store, measure all the parameters yourself. However, we recommend that you do not refuse the service of a full-time surveyor, which the seller will offer you after drawing up the project. After these “control” measurements, the project is once again clarified, approved, and only then they begin to manufacture your future kitchen.

Stage 5. Independent kitchen design (preliminary), layout of modules, placement of equipment

Now we have come to the most important step - preliminary design a headset that you will focus on when creating a final version of the project together with the designer of the furniture salon.

Designing a kitchen set is reminiscent of assembling a children's construction set, and the parts of this construction set are modules.

So, take graph paper or a checkered piece of paper, or best of all, use a simple online planner like Planner5D or SketchUP Pro, draw your kitchen with all its features and, finally, assemble “brick by brick” the project of the future set, following these simple tips:

The main principle that must be adhered to when arranging the set and arranging equipment: the three vertices of the “working triangle” - the food preparation area, the food storage area and the sink - should be in reasonable proximity to each other and form a conventional triangle.

This diagram shows how to properly plan a kitchen set to make it as convenient as possible.

Linear – the most not convenient layout, since all operating points are placed in a row, and not according to the triangle principle. But this option is the most compact and suitable for very small kitchens.

Double row - suitable for narrow and elongated kitchens. The passage between rows of furniture must be at least 1 meter.

L-shaped (corner)- most universal type layout, since it is compact, but at the same time comfortable and roomy due to the use of two walls and a corner.

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The short part of the headset must be at least 1 meter in length. In such a module just fits the washing machine .
If you want to save space on the side corner kitchen can be made narrow. A narrow washing machine or storage boxes can be built into such a module. vegetable storage/utensils.

U-shaped is the most convenient layout, but it “eats up” a lot of space and greatly clutters it up. In small kitchens, a U-shaped set is possible provided that a window sill is built in. Important condition– the passage between the sides of the kitchen should be at least 1 meter, but no more than 180 cm, otherwise it will become inconvenient.

Island - another super-convenient type of layout, which involves the presence of a remote module, and therefore requires large area premises – from 18 m2. The most simple tables are equipped only with a bar counter and shelves; the most advanced ones are equipped with a sink, stove, minibar, and oven. The island should follow the shape of the kitchen, and the passages around it should be at least 1 meter.

Peninsular - a kitchen with a module, the end of which rests against the wall or furniture, making the layout more compact.

Read more about the types of kitchen layouts in specialized articles on our website:

You should start planning your kitchen from the dishwashing area, since the sink is usually a stationary point. Mark it in your plan. Above the sink, of course, there will be a place to store dishes and utensils, and under it it is convenient to hide a trash can and household products. On the right or left, sinks can be built in if necessary dishwasher .

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If you are right-handed, then the dishwasher should be placed on the left, since with your left hand you will hold the plate, and with your right hand you will clean the dishes from leftovers, and then put them into the machine with your left hand. For left-handers, accordingly, placement on the right is recommended.

Then you can determine the location of the hob/stove. As a rule, it is located near the sink, vent And gas pipe, if it exists. Between the sink and the stove it is advisable to place a food preparation area and, consequently, a storage area for utensils and groceries.

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The distance between the sink and the stove should be at least 60 cm and no more than 180 cm, otherwise the kitchen will not be comfortable. Especially if you plan to place a cutting area in this gap.

Ideally, on the other side of the sink you should place a storage area for food supplies and a refrigerator. The minimum distance from the sink to the refrigerator should be at least 40 cm.
Then think about the location of the oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. Keep in mind that oven can be placed at eye level and separately from the hob, for example, next to the refrigerator.

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If your kitchen is small, you should use smaller appliances. For example, a dishwasher 45 cm wide, hob for 2-3 burners, a washing machine 45 cm deep, a narrow refrigerator 55 cm wide. Multifunctional appliances such as an oven-microwave will also help save space. By the way, all types of equipment that can be built into the headset are preferably built in.

A narrow dishwasher will satisfy the needs of a family of 2-3 people

You can increase the number of storage spaces by adding an additional third or even fourth tier, even if it reaches the ceiling. There you can hide not only rarely used utensils, but also an air duct.

If there are small children in the house, or some corner of the cabinet protrudes awkwardly into the aisle, then it can be made rounded or beveled as in the photo below. This wish must be communicated to the designer.

It is advisable that the height of the set correspond to the height of the most active cook in the house. If it is not high, then you should abandon the high apron, choose floor cabinets with a height of 70-85 cm and refrain from door closers, lifting the doors up. Although this is convenient for opening upper cabinets, you will need to use a stool to close them back. In addition, over time, such fittings become loose and stop holding the door.
A cabinet or a whole block of cabinets (see photo below), into which you can build a microwave oven, oven, refrigerator and drawers for utensils/groceries, will help to increase your kitchen storage system.

Remember that today many furniture manufacturers can make everything exactly as in fashionable design magazines, so get rid of old templates and feel free to ask consultants about the possibility of implementation non-standard solutions. For example, drawers can be built into the base, as in the photo below, and even a stand for pet food.

So, the idea of your future kitchen has become clearer. Show your plan to the designer in the store so that he can draw up a project in special program taking into account your wishes, perhaps adjusting something, adding or removing unnecessary things.

Stage 6. Selection of materials for facades, countertops, apron

Comparison and selection of materials is a separate and important topic that requires detailed consideration. We recommend that you study it in more detail, but for now we suggest that you familiarize yourself with a brief summary of the materials of the facades, as well as the countertops and apron.

Facades

By “kitchen materials” we most often mean facade materials, since the kitchen frame is usually made of laminated chipboard (LDSP). This is reasonable, because the frame is practically invisible.

Front panel materials come in a variety of varieties, most often:

Laminated/veneered chipboard;
MDF laminated/veneered/varnished or other types of finishing;
Solid wood of any kind (today completely wooden facades– this is a rarity, usually under “ wooden kitchen» means veneered facades);
Glass (most often in the form of inserts or overlay panels);
Metal (finished).

You should choose the material of the facades based on your planned design of the set, budget, practicality and wear resistance.

The most economical, but not reliable option– facades made of chipboard. The most common and average-priced facade material is MDF. It is practical and reliable. Veneered or wooden doors are the most beautiful and expensive, but not the most practical in everyday life.

Tabletop

The tabletop should be as wear-resistant as possible and, ideally, seamless. Countertop materials are as follows:

laminated chipboard;
Chipboard with top layer made of wood;
Solid wood;
Porcelain tiles and lithoceramics;
Fake diamond;
Natural stone - marble, basalt, granite.

If the company manufacturing your kitchen does not have a suitable countertop, order it separately from another company.

Apron

Apron materials can be the following:

Ceramic tile;
laminated chipboard;
Mosaic from different materials;
Mirror coating.

Glass (skinned or triplex);
Plastic;
Metal panels;
Artificial/natural stone;
Wood (in combination with protective glass, For example).

Stage 7. Selection of internal filling, fittings and accessories

The convenience and spaciousness of the kitchen depends on the contents of the kitchen set. Here are some useful tips:

For easy access to contents, it is recommended to use drawers instead of cabinets with shelves. So the necessary things will always be visible and easily accessible. The largest drawers are located at the bottom of the kitchen and are intended for storing large and heavy utensils/supplies.

Handles are not an obligatory part of facades, because they can be equipped with a push mechanism and can be opened only with a light touch.
To ensure that the corners of the kitchen are used to the maximum, it is recommended to equip them retractable systems– baskets (for example, for garbage), shelves, bookcases, and also rotating carousels.
In order to always keep your drawers in order, it is worth equipping them with special dividers. So you can conveniently organize storage with compartments for lids, for pots, for molds and other things.
Stainless steel trays and dividers are best suited for storing cutlery.

Stage 8. Purchase of equipment and plumbing

At the stage of planning the headset, you have already thought about what household appliances and plumbing fixtures you need and approximately where they will be located. Now it's time to think about how to buy this equipment:

Complete with a set, that is, through a furniture showroom– this method is good because it allows you not to worry about size compatibility, delivery and quality of installation of equipment/plumbing. In addition, companies often give a discount for a combined purchase. Unfortunately, the choice of models will be limited.
Separately - equipment is purchased before or after ordering a kitchen from another store. When purchasing appliances before ordering a kitchen, the furniture will be designed to fit its dimensions. When purchasing equipment, after ordering, you will have to buy it yourself in the dimensions already specified by the project and deliver it home at the time of assembly.

Stage 9. Selecting a furniture showroom

Now you can proceed to the decisive stage. Be prepared for the fact that finding the kitchen of your dreams will not be easy and the search will not be limited to one day, especially since the market is now very large.

Don’t be lazy and ask your friends or on the Internet real reviews about furniture companies, specifying production times, build quality and prices.
When communicating with design designers (this should be done not with one company, but with several), do not hesitate to ask them for all the details and ask them to work out several options for the layout of modules.
Visit manufacturers' websites and compare prices, materials offered, and assembly options. Manufacturers often organize promotions, offering, for example, free assembly or measuring services, holiday discounts, etc.
If you really like the kitchen, but its price does not fit into your budget, do not hesitate to ask for a discount. In order not to lose a client, companies often meet and provide a discount of 5-10%, which is always useful.

Stage 10. Kitchen assembly

Finally, the set and equipment have been chosen, all that remains is to assemble everything into a single whole.

Do not skimp on assembly and do not assemble the headset yourself if you are not 100% confident in your skill. The assembler service costs about 10% of the cost of the headset, but it will save precious nerves and time.
It is also better to entrust the installation of plumbing and installation of household appliances to a specialist.
Be patient. Assembling a kitchen set takes about 6-8, and sometimes more hours. After everything is done, carefully check how all the drawers and doors open, whether the appliances work, whether the seams and joints of the modules are neat, and whether all surfaces are free of scratches and damage.
If you have any complaints, you must report this immediately to the collector. Then the company will conduct an examination, and as a result, most likely, they will make a discount or correct errors at their own expense.

We hope this guide to choosing the perfect kitchen unit really helped you. We wish you successful shopping, may your kitchen delight all household members and guests with its beauty and convenience for many years to come!

Do you want the cooking process to be comfortable and easy? Then you need to know how to properly organize your workspace with your own hands, where to store kitchen utensils and how to use every centimeter of the kitchen. Read about all this in our article.

Convenient kitchen accessories make the cooking process more comfortable

About the need for proper kitchen arrangement

Despite the rapidly developing progress, work in the kitchen today remains manual labor.

If you believe research, then if the kitchen is not properly arranged, a person can run several kilometers along it in one day, constantly returning to the workplace, bending and squatting. At the same time, cooking and washing dishes lasts for hours, although this time can be easily reduced by wisely using the kitchen space.

The correct arrangement of cutlery and utensils can reduce the time spent on cooking

Naturally, mobility is not a bad thing if you are struggling with excess weight. However, the kitchen is not a gym.

Experiments have shown that if you plan your kitchen space correctly, you can save 30% of time and 60% of travel. Therefore, these days it is important not only to choose the right kitchen equipment, but also to arrange it rationally so that the necessary kitchen utensils were always at your fingertips.

Arrange kitchen equipment and furniture ergonomically, and you won’t have to walk around the kitchen as much

Efficient use of space

Both large and small kitchen spaces can create significant problems. For example, in large kitchens, the distance between objects can be so large that the owners must make rather tedious movements between the sink, stove, countertop, refrigerator and dining table.

The headset should be positioned so as not to interfere with your movements

Buying a multi-sectional headset (the price of which is quite impressive) in many cases also does not solve anything. So, you still have to move around the kitchen carefully so as not to touch or knock over anything.

It turns out that the money was spent on all kinds of lockers, but there was no convenience, as there never was. IN in this case will be a real salvation practical ideas, because the key to comfort and coziness is a reasonable attitude towards every square centimeter of space. And precisely in this case modern materials and technology will become your assistants.

Sequence of jobs

Professionals first of all advise paying attention to the correct sequence of jobs based on the cooking technology itself. So how can it be convenient to arrange a kitchen, or rather its work area?

Make sure that a so-called “work triangle” is formed in the kitchen (refrigerator, sink, stove)

Fridge. Products are stored in it, and accordingly, this is where the cooking process begins.
Workplace. It is usually used for cleaning and preliminary preparation products.
Washing. A waste container should also be placed in the same area.
Final cutting. It includes shredding, cutting and other procedures.
Heat treatment, cooking.
Serving.

Designate several areas in the room for food preparation, washing and cooking.

Cabinet height

Besides correct location working area, you need to carefully consider the size and height of the cabinets.

Since every housewife wants to make her kitchen comfortable, the last thing you need to pay attention to is storing available tools in convenient places. Research results have shown that only 20% of people store everything they need in the kitchen and do it correctly.

To be one of these lucky ones, you need to follow the suggested recommendations

The photo shows the accessibility zones of kitchen utensils

The total height of the headset is conventionally divided into 4 zones.

Very low. It is located at a height of up to 40 cm. Since it is poorly visible, it is quite inconvenient to use. In the lower zone you should store heavy, medium-sized items that you rarely use.
Low. An area located 40-75 cm from the floor. Install drawers or shelves in it for large or small dishes household appliances.
Average. The zone is at a height of 75-190 cm from the floor. The most practical and easily visible place. On such shelves you should store dishes, cereals, cutlery - everything that you often use.
High. The area located above 190 cm. Since to get to it you will need to use a stepladder or a chair, it is not worth storing anything frequently used there. The upper shelves can become a place to store expensive tableware or other accessories.

It is better to place the most used appliances at a height of 75–100 cm from the floor

Ergonomic space tools

Regardless of the size of your kitchen, every centimeter of it should be put to good use. For these purposes, you can use the following items:

Cabinets with pull-out sections. It is a real find for both large and small kitchens. Small cabinets contain everything you need, and lattice containers can be used to store food supplies. Thanks to the guide rollers, this section rolls out easily, allowing you to see all the supplies and access them from any side. For those who love full-wall cabinets, you can make them multi-tiered.

Retractable structures allow for efficient use of space

Roller guides make it easy to reach even the most distant objects

Storage systems. Modern, comfortable kitchens also mean innovations in the area of fixtures. These days, kitchens are provided huge selection various systems storage, allowing maximum use of all hard-to-reach corners, voids and niches. For example, there is such an innovation as a three-level microlift, which lowers the shelf with all its contents.

Modern storage systems make it possible to use every centimeter of space

Various kitchen furniture manufacturers offer a variety of options for the lower tier, which include pull-out baskets, presented in different sizes and forms.

Open shelves do not take up much space, but conveniently store cans of cereals

Corner sink. Many people are interested in the question: is a corner sink convenient in the kitchen? If it is installed correctly, then yes. Corner sinks appeared relatively recently and are gaining popularity due to their compactness. Owners of small kitchens will certainly appreciate them.

Corner sink - a practical option for small spaces

Bar counter for kitchen. Not a bad solution for a small kitchen. In some cases it can be an excellent alternative kitchen table. At the same time, it saves space significantly. In this case, comfortable chairs for the kitchen can be hidden under the counter and not take up extra space, limiting your work space.

A compact bar counter can be a complete replacement for a large dining table

Rails in work area . The space between the countertop and hanging cabinets can be occupied by a narrow shelf or a railing system. They house kitchen utensils, which take up a lot of space.

When talking about convenient things for the kitchen, one cannot fail to mention roof rails

The rails make it convenient to store large utensils that would otherwise take up a lot of space

This simple instruction will allow you to free up kitchen space and use it more ergonomically. If you pay attention to every little detail and take into account every detail, then even the smallest kitchen can be made comfortable and cozy, not to mention large rooms.

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Comfortable and practical kitchen– a place where you want to spend as much time as possible. From this article you learned how to make your kitchen comfortable. , at what height should this or kitchen utensils be placed, how to set up the work area and what accessories to use. Follow our recommendations and you will soon notice that cooking in the kitchen has become much more enjoyable.

Be sure to check out the video at the bottom of the page for some more helpful tips.

Every housewife's dream is a beautiful, modern and comfortable kitchen; practical ideas will help you organize your space wisely and thereby make life easier and reduce cooking time. Most apartments cannot boast of a substantial kitchen size, so the task is doubly complicated: placing all the necessary equipment on 5-7 sq.m.

The kitchen should not only be beautiful, but also functional. The correct arrangement of furniture and zoning of the kitchen will help with this.

It is even more difficult to do this so that the most popular items are at hand and the housewife does not have to spend a lot of time on basic kitchen operations. It is a mistaken belief that it is easy to equip a large kitchen. In a large room you can really place everything you need, but it should be done in such an order that the owner does not have to travel kilometers and make endless trips. physical exercise in the form of squats, bends and jumps, trying to get another kitchen utensil from the shelves.

Organization of space

Figure 1. Minimum dimensions of passages in the kitchen.

If you plan to order built-in furniture, you should first consider its functionality, for example, resolve the following issues:

what household appliances should definitely be present in the kitchen, and which ones you can easily do without;
where will the main and largest ones be located? kitchen helpers: refrigerator, stove, sink, washing machine and dishwasher;
if the kitchen has a gas boiler or water heater, then the layout of the remaining items will depend on their location and safety requirements for operating gas appliances;
which items you use daily or quite often, and which from time to time - the place where they should be stored depends on this.

Ergonomics of the kitchen space

A comfortable and practical kitchen will be such if you first think about its ergonomics and safety, and the aesthetic component fades into the background.

Figure 2. Diagram of a comfortable arrangement of kitchen modules at height.

When thinking about arranging furniture and household appliances, keep in mind, for example, that when the door is open oven or refrigerator, the passage must remain free. What should they be? minimum dimensions passages, shown in the diagram (Fig. 1).

Imagine whether it will be convenient to get items from the bottom drawer or from the top shelf. The diagram of the most comfortable arrangement of kitchen modules in height is presented in the following form (Fig. 2). In the lowest (up to 40 cm from the floor level) and highest (above 190 cm) zones, visibility is the least, and it is quite difficult to get objects from there. Heavy and least needed items should be stored at the very bottom; light and unbreakable items should be placed at the very top. Note that you will need to use a chair or stepladder to reach the top row of drawers. Small household appliances and large dishes are usually stored in cabinets and drawers located at a level of 40-75 cm. The most comfortable area for storage is the area 75-190 cm from the floor level; store small and fragile items here: dishes, cutlery, as well as products that you use most often.

Safety first

When sketching out a plan for your future kitchen, do not forget about basic safety: perhaps in the future such caution will protect you from accidents and protect not only your property, but also your health.

Please note that the distance from the stove to the sink must be at least 40 cm, otherwise splashes of water may reach the fire and put it out. Leave at least 45 cm from the stove to the window to prevent the curtains from catching fire. Leave enough clearance around the stove so that you don't accidentally touch hot dishes sitting on it.

Also the following practical advice will help extend the life of your household appliances:

Place the stove or oven away from the refrigerator, otherwise it will overheat and be forced to work harder and fail faster;
When installing a dishwasher or washing machine, place them near the water supply and sewer risers, and connect the hoses directly to the system without lengthening them: this way, the water pump will last much longer.

Save space in the kitchen

When you decide what and where will be located in your kitchen, you can move on to organizing the space kitchen cabinets. Below are some ideas that will help you transform your kitchen to perfection.

Drawers are preferable to cabinets

At the bottom of the kitchen unit, give preference to drawers and avoid cabinets with hinged doors.

Use boxes of different heights, widths and volumes. The largest drawers (48 cm high) are usually located at the bottom and the heaviest and most bulky items are stored in them. Drawers with a height of 32 and 16 cm are placed higher. Inner space boxes are separated using partitions, special brackets and grilles. These systems allow you to keep many necessary items at hand. Full-extension drawers will allow you to see all the contents, and when using powerful guides, such a drawer (90-120 cm wide) can support up to 80 kg. The sliding and soft closing system will allow you to use this comfortably.

An interesting solution is to hide the system of drawers behind one facade. When the facade is opened, the lowest volume drawer pulls out, designed for storing large items. Above it there are several more standard drawers. Sometimes a special system is used, which when opening the bottom drawer automatically pulls out the top one.

A functional kitchen is a place where every centimeter of free space is used. Directly under the countertop, place drawers for storing cutlery and accessories; use special inserts with separate slots for knives, spoons, forks, whisks, etc.

If the depth of the drawer allows, then use special inserts of the “second bottom” type; it is convenient to store here, for example, cutting boards or install kitchen scales.

Narrow (at least 15 cm) but high (from the floor to the tabletop) drawers, the so-called retractable “bottle racks,” are convenient for storing all kinds of bottles, cans, and cutting boards. Inside this bottle holder there are dividers in a special tray that securely hold the contents of the box.

Making use of the space in the corner

To use a large amount of free space in the corner, under the tabletop they use various systems: retractable round shelves with protective sides, folding baskets attached to the facade. Such designs allow you to store, for example, pots in the very depths of the cabinet, but if necessary, they will be very easy to get out of there.

For a small kitchen, a good solution would be to use a corner sink. It is quite convenient, provided correct installation. Thanks to its compact size, it is becoming increasingly popular among owners of modest-sized kitchens.

How to make an old kitchen comfortable?

Drawers allow you to store kitchen utensils in hard-to-reach places.

With simple and at the same time original ideas can be transformed and old kitchen. This will not require capital investments, and you can do everything yourself using a standard set of tools.

If there are free niches, place in them hanging cabinets with sliding doors that, when opened, do not take up free space.

Between the hanging cabinets and the countertop, place a railing system on which you can install hanging shelves, hooks, and spice racks. This will free up space in cabinets and on the countertop, and the necessary little things will always be nearby.

A microwave oven takes up a lot of space, but if you build it into a cabinet or hang it on the wall (on a special stand), then free space will immediately appear in the kitchen.

To hang a horizontal rail with your own hands you will need:

railing of the required length;
screws;
fastenings;
decorative plugs;
drill;
ruler;
marker;
building level.

The railing is attached at a distance of approximately 10 cm from the bottom border of the hanging cabinets. Brackets are installed every r.m. railing Using a level and ruler, make markings. Then holes are drilled and fastenings are installed using screws into which the pipe itself is inserted. It is closed on both sides with decorative plugs.

When you start using this simple, but very convenient system, you will understand how much space, effort and time it saves.

Have you ever wondered how much time each of us spends in the kitchen? If you are planning a renovation in this room, then it’s time to think about it. Kitchen layout, as many believe, matters only for the housewife. But just imagine the situation: after a hard day at work, the head of the family wants to have dinner while watching TV, and the housewife must quickly prepare the dishes and set the table. She rushes between the stove and the refrigerator, and the children get under her feet, begging her to check homework or play with them. The family is gathered and everyone is jostling in a cramped room, because someone definitely needs to get ketchup out of the refrigerator, while the rest want to quickly take a seat at the table.

For a small kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building, this situation is a typical evening with family. And the more evenings like this, the more exhausting they become, because small room, and even if it is incorrectly organized, sooner or later it will begin to irritate. Let's try to figure out how to make a kitchen comfortable and functional to avoid such a situation.

To understand how to make the kitchen comfortable, plan the space. Perhaps most problems disappear when you follow this advice.

Write it down, or better yet, sketch it detailed plan furniture arrangement, take as an example a photo of a comfortable kitchen that you will like. However, when looking at the photo, keep in mind room dimensions and its configuration. There are many layout options:

Corner furniture,
U-shaped set,
linear furniture,
Island design.

After you decide on a convenient arrangement of furniture in the kitchen, take careful measurements. If you want to purchase a modular kitchen set, this is a must. Usually it is a set of sections that you can select and install in your kitchen. The modules are very compact, and besides, manufacturers will certainly provide you with a wide range.

When purchasing a headset, please pay attention to the following moments:

Which way do the doors of wall cabinets open? If your height is about 170 cm, then cabinets with hinged doors will suit you. For people taller than 180 cm, it is better to choose doors that have a special lift mechanism that opens upward. With them you will have much less chance of getting hit.
Be interested in the quality of the fittings, because it is better not to skimp on them. Furniture with cheap fittings will not last long.
Pay attention to the texture of the facades. Very often, fingerprints and traces of dried water drops remain on the glossy facades of cabinets. In bright sunlight it doesn't look very aesthetically pleasing.

Tip two: position your working triangle correctly

Few people know about it, but almost everyone subsequently regrets that they did not think about how create a comfortable kitchen design. The work triangle is made up of three main points:

plate,
washing,
refrigerator or dinner table.

No comfortable kitchen interior would be complete without these items. All of them should form an isosceles triangle so that the hostess does not waste extra effort and time, making a huge number of unnecessary movements.

When thinking about how to make a small kitchen comfortable, try arranging items in it so as to create a compact work area. For example, a refrigerator is often taken outside the room, then the sink and stove should be located on the same line, and the third corner in the work area will be the dining table. When space allows, you can place the kitchen unit at an angle, placing a refrigerator at one end, a stove in the middle, and a sink between them.

Necessarily observe optimal distance between parts of the triangle: it should not exceed one and a half meters. At the same time, between them there must certainly remain working surface.

Unfortunately, only a few turn to designers for help to plan a convenient arrangement of furniture in the kitchen. Most people try to discover their own design talent, which sometimes only leads to mistakes.

In your small kitchen there are probably several meters of free space that could be used wisely. For example, a convenient window in the kitchen may well serve compact sofa , if you come up with and sew several soft pillows yourself. In addition, the window sill can be successfully used as a work surface or dining table.

If the kitchen space is very small, it is not necessary to place a full-fledged table against one of the walls. Instead, you can adapt original tabletop with a folding leg mounted on brackets. Simply lift it up and the dining table is ready. By lowering the structure parallel to the wall, you can create extra bed for all family members.

Another tip that will be useful in the interior of a comfortable kitchen: the doors of floor cabinets can also be used as extra space.

Idea: screw special shelves or hooks made of chromed metal on the inside of the door, this way you can hide all cleaning products, towels and even a trash bin from prying eyes.

Remember a simple rule: practical and comfortable kitchens should be free from unnecessary items. You shouldn’t try to squeeze a washing machine, dishwasher, microwave with multicooker and oven into a small kitchen in Khrushchev. It is quite possible that washing machine It will be convenient in the bathroom, and the oven can be replaced with a full-fledged stove.

Try save space: You can provide a place for the microwave oven on a special hanging shelf. This way, the working surface will remain free. If you can't imagine life without dishwasher, do not buy separately standing model, but completely built-in, compact.

It is quite possible to replace even a bulky TV with a flat LCD panel, which is built into the facade of one of the wall cabinets.

A modern, comfortable kitchen absolutely cannot do without compact and ergonomic devices, which are developed almost daily by designers. Some of them can significantly make our life easier and functionally equip the kitchen.

For example, many housewives will really like a drawer with a built-in cutting board and a container for garbage underneath it. A special hole in the board is made in order to carefully brush away inedible food debris. Timely replacement will help avoid the accumulation of bacteria. cutting board, and this will be very easy to do.

A variety of roof rails are needed to organize space convenient and comfortable kitchen. They are allowed to hang towels and oven mitts, and place structures with jars for spices and kitchen utensils. Thanks to them, the countertop will never be cluttered again.

Also very a convenient gadget considered an organizer for bulk products. It consists of several tall glass containers with swivel arms attached to a work apron. One movement will be enough to pour cereal or sugar into a container placed under the container.

Compact device for spices and grains You can do it yourself. To do this, you need to collect several small jars with a screw cap. Glue the lids to the bottom of the wall cabinet using liquid nails at an equal distance. All that remains is to pour spices and seasonings into each of the jars and screw them to the lids.

You must put a lot of effort into making your comfortable compact kitchen also practical. Here are a few secrets, which will allow you to solve many problems even before starting repairs:

Choose a table top with smooth surface neutral color. A snow-white work surface will sooner or later turn gray in one place and red in another. Under no circumstances should you cut food on the work surface.
It is advisable that the working surface be whole, otherwise dirt will inevitably get into even the smallest gap or joint. Washing it is quite problematic.
Select grout for ceramic tiles on the floor or walls that is darker than the tile. It is unlikely that you will be able to efficiently remove dirt from white grout.
Floor tile let it be smooth, without visible relief. Otherwise, the floor cloth will not cope with dust and stains on the floor.

Now you know how convenient and properly arrange the kitchen. Beautiful kitchens in the pictures these are just well-designed works of designers. And they are not always practical. Our tips will help you create the kitchen of your dreams: stylish, comfortable and ergonomic.

When cooking or cleaning in the kitchen, we often wonder: could things be easier for us? What do I need to do? We know that a kitchen can not only look great, but also be intuitive to use; It should be easy to cook and easy to clean. Of course, the easiest way to solve the problem is with a new, smart kitchen, but even small changes can be a big improvement. What can be done?

1. How to make your kitchen cozy and beautiful: a good kitchen apron

Painted, brick and panel kitchen backsplashes look very nice, but when it comes to cleaning, the problems begin. In environments where elevated temperatures, splashes of grease, sauces and water are common conditions, you'll need a truly durable kitchen apron. Ceramic tile, strained glass or a stainless steel panel will do an excellent job.

2. The garbage problem

A large and smelly trash can in the middle of the kitchen is not the most pleasant sight, is it? Unfortunately, kitchens often forget to provide enough space for a large trash can, which you will need if you cook a lot. The most convenient location for the trash can is still the space under the sink. You can hang the bucket on the inside of the door for easy access. Bucket in drawer- also very functional solution, especially if you collect garbage separately. A garbage disposal in the sink is often underestimated, but in vain: with its help you can get rid of all organic matter and, therefore, unpleasant odors.

3. Functionality comes first

The temptation to make a kitchen exactly like the one in your favorite picture from the Internet is very great. But are you sure that this design will be comfortable for you and will adapt well to the shape and size of your kitchen? Is this kitchen even suitable for cooking? Features such as natural marble countertops, soapstone sinks, wood floors and no... upper cabinets They may seem sophisticated, but they greatly complicate the care of the kitchen. For example, marble is easily scratched, it is difficult to remove stains, and you cannot place hot dishes on it - such is the price of luxury. It's best to find a happy medium between something that looks great and something that will function perfectly.

4. Embrace the gray

Black countertops may look great, but anyone who has ever driven a black car on winter streets knows that it's not the most best idea. Any imperfection - dirt, dried drops of water or a scratch - will be visible on the black surface. The problem is that white is also not an option, since it is very difficult to keep it perfectly clean. When it comes to countertops, take a closer look at gray options, preferably matte or with a stone pattern.

5. Practical washing

Choose your sink wisely. First of all, pay attention to the properties of the material: "". Some sinks may crack from boiling water, others are easily scratched, but you can always choose optimal solution. The number of bowls is also important: if there are two, you can accumulate dirty dishes in one bowl and wash food in the other, but if this means sacrificing the size of each, it will make washing the dishes more difficult. Depth - one important parameters: A deep sink is easy to hide dirty dishes, but washing them can give you a back ache.

6. Pull-out shelves are your friends

Drawers instead of ordinary lower cabinets are a real revolution in the approach to storage and cooking: you can get to any thing you suddenly need in one movement, without squatting and without first pulling out everything that lies in your way. At the same time, you do not have to change the furniture: you can hang the fittings for pull-out baskets or shelves in your old cabinet.

7. Good speakers

An unexpected item for the kitchen, in your opinion? But it turns out that many people can’t cook without music at all, so if you’re not among them yet, we recommend giving it a try. Perhaps it’s the kitchen that’s good acoustic system you will need more than in any other room in the apartment.

8. Seats for spectators

If your kitchen is located at some distance from the dining room, then provide seating for those who want to keep you company while cooking. If you have a bar counter or kitchen island- choose comfortable chairs of the right height (yes, they are different for the counter and for the island) or place a small chair (and ideally a table for one for a quick breakfast) for your interlocutor or for a pleasant wait for the water to boil, for example.