In modern cities and towns there is still a huge number of so-called Khrushchev. They were built as a temporary shelter, therefore, such apartments can not be called very comfortable. Distinctive feature - close kitchen facilities - no more than 5-6 sq. M. meters. But even the kitchen design 2 by 3 meters square. can be designed so that it will look more spacious, it will be convenient to work there.

As a finish of the walls, bright ceramic tiles, washable wallpaper, for a kitchen apron - plastic or glass panels. Place food is given out as wallpaper or simply painted with a different color. The ceilings in the "Khrushchev" are not high, because the tension, hanging, multi-level are not suitable. Ideally suitable plastic ceiling panels with a simple texture, a coating of acrylic paint. Floor tiles laid diagonally, visually slightly expand the space. Also good looks dense linoleum with a fine pattern, waterproof laminate.

       

Organization of space

Competent organization of space is the most important indicator of ergonomic cuisine. Here it is necessary to organize separate zones for cooking, food intake, it is convenient to place household appliances, table accessories. For L-shaped, U-shaped layouts, it is necessary to make maximum use of all angles. Several retractable working surfaces will create additional areas for work, food; hooks, hanging shelves, organizers will allow you to compactly arrange household items.

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Work zone

In this place it is important to observe the "rule of the working triangle" - the sink, the refrigerator, the stove should be located at arm's length from each other - approximately 90-150 cm. This is not always possible - in a cramped kitchen the refrigerator is not always placed, in the hall. Working surfaces are sufficient here, but they do not need to be cluttered - everything that they use constantly is placed "at hand", the rest is put in the kitchen sofa, on the upper shelves, into the far corner sections.

For maximum convenience, narrow drawers for small items are located under the working planes, and knives, iron jars for spices are attached to a magnetic board.

       

Dinner Zone

The place where you eat food consists of a table that, in order to save space, makes it round, a few chairs or a kitchen sofa. If the table, chairs to put glass, they will be unobtrusive, which will give the interior lightness, airiness. The dining area is decorated with a 3D-sticker with the second window, a landscape, a still-life, decorative saucers, a small carved panel. Sometimes, at the tabletop level, a large mirror is placed in the dining area, which significantly expands the space.

The zone of food intake is sometimes placed behind a bar counter - a folding or narrow stationary. But such an option is unacceptable when there are small children in the family, older people are too difficult for them to climb high chairs.

Location of furniture, equipment

The headset is chosen as large as possible, but not bulky. Cases-pencil cases should not even partially block access to the window, like a refrigerator, hanging cabinets. In the spacious corner sections housed dishes, table linens, appliances that are used rarely. Furniture is better to choose a light, mostly wooden with glass inserts - it will less clutter the room, but it looks good in any interior.

Technology is preferred small, narrow, built-something is placed under the sink or even in the space of the "Khrushchev" refrigerator. A full-fledged horizontal refrigerator is "hidden" under one of the countertops. The dishwasher or small washing machine will fit under the sink.

Any functioning refrigerator should not be placed near sources of heat - a stove, radiators. This neighborhood can disable it.

       

Stylistic direction

There are many design solutions for the style of cuisine, here are some of them:

• minimalism - a strict, laconic set and nothing superfluous. Colors - simple, mostly light, decor, almost no contrasts. On the floor there is a light laminate, the walls are covered with monochrome decorative plaster, on the ceiling there is a flat lamp. The windows are as open as possible - without dense curtains;
• hi-tech - the abundance of light, metal. Brilliant chrome technique, present in abundance, cold "space" colors headset, dining area made of tinted glass. On the ceiling - a lamp on a long cord with a steel lampshade, on the floor - a laminate or tiles;
• classic - simple lines, restrained symmetrical forms, natural materials. On the floor parquet, on the walls - expensive, high-quality wallpaper, wooden furniture, has forged parts. From the decor there are small paintings in carved frames;
• country - ethnic motifs in the decor, coarse linen curtains, decorated with floral motifs, table linens with embroidery. The floor is wooden, the walls are lined with lining in combination with washable wallpaper, on the ceiling - a lamp with a wicker shade. On the shelves - earthenware of the correct form;
• modern - a usual glossy set, a part of household machines - built-in. Floor ceramic tiles laid diagonally, plastic kitchen apron, matte white ceiling, decor is very small, geometric patterns on draperies are permissible;
• modern - smooth, asymmetric lines of the headset, no sharp corners, plenty of convenient shelves. Materials, colors mostly natural, there is a small amount of elegant decor on shelves, windowsill.

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Choice of colors

Coloring for a small kitchen is chosen as light as possible - this will allow to slightly expand the space, filling it with light. The window here is not too large, but daylight is usually enough. When it goes north, the kitchen is decorated with warm tones, to the south - cold or neutral.

Suitable color combinations:

• snow-white with gray;
• apricot with brown-beige;
• amethyst with apple;
• White-green with light yellow;
• pale pink with blue;
• marsh with delicate cornflower blue;
• grideperlevy with cloudy-celestial;
• mustard with light pomegranate;
• smoky white with maple;
• reddish-gray with corn;
• lemon with lilac;
• light lilac with creamy;
• linen with khaki.

Contrast accents are present in a small amount - without them the interior looks boring. These are bright dishes, painted cutting boards, color photos on the walls, prints on curtains, a cover on a corner sofa, patterns on table linen, a smart kitchen apron.

       

Lighting

Lighting делается основное верхнее, локальное для каждой зоны, декоративное. Верхний свет представлен потолочным светильником, рабочее место освещается максимально ярко – предпочтительно лампой, регулируемой по высоте или перемещаемой по специальной рельсе на нужный участок. Отдельный светильник существует и на вытяжке. Обеденная часть у стены подсвечивается с помощью бра, светодиодных светильников, яркость которых можно прибавлять-убавлять. Декоративная подсветка светодиодной лентой по периметру потолка, пола, внутри шкафчиков, по низу и верху гарнитура украсит пространство, слегка расширив его.

If one of the functional areas is located near the window, you can save a lot on daylight.

       

If the kitchen has a balcony

Combining the kitchen with the balcony will add to it as much as 2-3 square meters of usable area. The wall separating these two rooms is partially or completely cleaned, the balcony is insulated. In place of the partition, the dining area is organized, an additional working plane - the former window sill turns into a table top. The balcony will comfortably accommodate the refrigerator, in front of it there is a cupboard for dishes, a bar, a peculiar pantry for storing sunsets.

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In another version, a soft corner or an ordinary sofa is made here, depending on the area of ​​the former balcony. Along the window, if there is space left, place a small winter garden. Exit to the balcony form an arch, sliding glass doors, openwork curtains. The bar counter is conveniently located on the border of the kitchen and balcony or along the window - depending on where it is decided to make a place for eating.

Roller shutters, blinds, suitable curtains will protect the room from overheating on a hot day, hide the occupants from prying eyes.

Features of the layout, kitchen design 2 by 2 meters

Square space will accommodate a compact mini-kitchen, made to order. From the dining area, it is better to refuse or organize it behind the folding bar. As an additional storage space, a "Khrushchev" refrigerator is used under the windowsill - it is disguised as a continuation of the headset. An ordinary refrigerator is chosen compact or high-grade, which is placed in the corridor. The layout is preferably linear or L-shaped with a very narrow set.

Making the bottom of the headset dark, and the top - lighter, visually also slightly expand the space.

       

Conclusion

The interior of the kitchen, with a size of not more than four or five square meters, is quite capable of becoming comfortable, not seeming too tight. Properly made repairs, properly selected furniture, a suitable color scheme will create a miniature kitchenette of your dreams. If, however, with an independent improvement of the premises there are problems, turn to professional designers.