What is the main thing in kitchen design - beauty or convenience? Can this room be both attractive and functional? How to achieve such a result? We propose to realize the most daring fantasies about the ideal interior of the kitchen. In this material you will find everything in order to fulfill your dreams: we will talk about different styles, a combination of shades and layout. In addition, you will find a large number of practical tips on space design. Well, of course, you can not do without photos of the interiors of the kitchen.
Matter of style
What is a style? First of all, it is a reflection of the inner world of man. Just as a person chooses an outfit for himself, he creates coziness in his house - based on tastes and hobbies. Someone believes that the kitchen is just a workspace, but we do not agree with this! After all, cooking is no less a creative process than, for example, painting or playing musical instruments. Therefore, a perfectly selected kitchen interior will help create the right atmosphere and inspire the creation of true culinary masterpieces!
So what style to choose for the kitchen? How to create it? What details can not do? We’ll talk about all this right now!
Provence
The Provence-style kitchen interior is able to convey all the charm of the shores of Southern France. True, this will have to work hard. The essence of Provence is muted colors, natural materials, simplicity and comfort, cute trinkets and furniture with a touch of antiquity.
What elements will be appropriate in such an interior? You can not do without romantic floral ornaments on the curtains, tablecloths, napkins or upholstery. Kitchen facades with decorative slats and glass inserts will help make the kitchen interior light and airy. Open shelves with utensils are also appropriate in such a room. Moreover, they can perform not only a decorative function, but also be used as drying. Classic chandeliers with fabric lampshades look good in the Provence style kitchen. As for color, Provence is characterized by white, sky blue and lavender.
Classic
Timeless style. The essence of the classic kitchen interior (pictured below) remains relevant at all times. What is characteristic of him? Clear lines, natural shades of nature, restraint, natural materials and quality processing. A kitchen set made of natural wood will be appropriate here, stools should be replaced with chairs with textile upholstery, you can put natural stone or parquet on the floor. Speaking of color, it is worth noting that classic cuisine is always luxurious dark tones, which are achieved through the use of expensive tree species.
Loft
One of the most sought after modern kitchen interiors is the loft. It appeared in the United States in the middle of the last century, when industrial premises began to be massively converted into office and residential spaces. That is why this style is characterized by combined rooms, a combination of objects of different eras and styles, the presence of unprocessed textures. Why is this style perfect for the kitchen? There are several reasons:
- To create it does not require special accessories.
- The color scheme of the loft style is practical.
- Novelties of technology in such an interior harmoniously combine with vintage furniture.
Instead of wallpaper in the loft kitchen, it is worth using brickwork. It can be combined with painted walls. Artificial stone is ideal for the floor. All metal pipes in this interior are not hidden, it becomes a decorative element. Countertops made of wood, steel, granite are appropriate here. But the standard chairs and stools should be discarded, it is better to replace them with elegant bar stools. It is not recommended to use ordinary chandeliers - instead of them large simple shades look good.
Country
Each time with special tenderness and trepidation do you recall every summer spent in the village with your grandmother, and dream of the same charming cuisine? Pay attention to the country - rustic style. Distinctive features of such a kitchen interior (pictured below) are rough materials, a large amount of wood, simple textiles. For facades, low grades of wood are usually used, because it is for them that the presence of knots and indentations is characteristic. Tabletops should also be wooden, which can be decorated with tablecloths. An ideal option is a patchwork or crocheted textile. Accessories are also appropriate here: cute talismans depicting brownies, painted plates, earthenware.
High tech
Such a kitchen interior should be practical, functional and thoughtful. Hi-tech is characterized by a minimum number of parts and a maximum of manufacturability. It is in this style that the built-in household appliances, hobs, minimalist accessories or its complete absence, metal surfaces (glossy, best of all) look great. You can not do without local lighting, futuristic accessories.
Modern style
In general, there are many modern styles (as well as their branches). But if you are not striving to create some kind of superspecific atmosphere in your kitchen, and your main goal is to create the most comfortable (as modern technology allows) environment, then the interior you created will be called simply modern.
What distinguishes this kitchen from any other? The presence of new and non-standard materials. For example, aprons made of glass with photo printing, photo wallpaper, 3D panels, neon lights. In addition, there are no strict rules on the use and combination of shapes, textures, materials. The main thing is that the kitchen is comfortable and beautiful.
Scandinavian style
What is missing the northern regions of our country and those countries that are in the north? Sunlight and heat! And so this style of cuisine (you will see a photo of the interior below) is as if woven from thousands of sunny bunnies. It is inherent in all shades of white and beige. But the highlight of the style lies in bright and rich accents. The Scandinavians are well aware - the faded colors and monotony surrounding a person can cause him spleen and even stress, and therefore you can’t do without interesting details!
What else is typical for scandi cuisine? Of course, the use of natural materials: wood, brick, textiles. In addition, this room is practical: you will need roomy modules for storing kitchen utensils. And Scandinavians almost never use curtains and curtains in their kitchens, because they lack sun so much. However, if you are not ready for such bold experiments, hang a light tulle or Roman curtains in the kitchen. For example, like in this kitchen. A photo of an interior idea can melt even the most severe heart!
Eco style
The leading position in the list of interior styles has been taking the eco style for more than one year . There is only one requirement for eco-cuisine - there should be exclusively natural materials. No imitations, no synthetics! It is worth saying that such natural materials as wood and stone, not only look great, but also extremely practical to use. Decorate the style of eco accessories that are easy to do with your own hands: branches and saw cuts of trees, fresh flowers, islands of moss.
Eclecticism and fusion
Another interesting option for the interior of a modern kitchen (pictured) is the use of such styles as fusion and eclecticism. Such a kitchen is perfect for those who know how to break boundaries and love to destroy established stereotypes.
The main feature of eclecticism is the combination of the incompatible. To decorate the room, it is worth using contrasting shades, combining furniture of different styles. Old things can find a new life in such a kitchen. For example, a sewing machine can be turned into a dining table. But rough and massive furniture should be discarded. Wallpaper can be replaced with custom panels. It’s not worth limiting your imagination when choosing lamps, it’s best to purchase completely different models and hang them at different levels - this will allow you to get interesting lighting effects. Fusion style is slightly different from eclecticism. While the latter still seeks to combine all the elements into a single composition, fusion involves creating an interior full of contrasts.
Layout Selection
Designers say: before starting a major repair, you should decide on the layout of the space. Only then can you outline the necessary sockets, the location of pipes and niches, elements of floor heating.
If you don’t know where to start, refer to the working triangle rule. Its essence lies in the allocation of three functional areas that are present in any kitchen:
- Storage area, which includes a refrigerator and a buffet.
- The preparation area where the cutting table and sink are located.
- Cooking area including oven and hob.
In order for the housewife to conveniently work in the kitchen, it is necessary that all three zones are located on the tops of the triangle - best of all equilateral. It is worth observing the distance between the peaks - 1.2-2.5 m. Furniture should not interfere with movement in the triangle!
And now we offer to talk about different types of layout and their features!
Direct single-sided kitchen
In such a kitchen, all the elements of the working triangle are placed along one wall. This type of layout is suitable for elongated, narrow rooms. A kitchen set for them can be selected without any problems and costs. Choosing just such a layout for the kitchen, it is worth paying special attention to safety rules: for example, there should be a distance of at least 40 centimeters between the cooking zone and the sink. In addition, you should not put a refrigerator on the stove - constant overheating can lead to breakage.
Parallel (double row) kitchen
One row is good, but two are much better. Therefore, a parallel kitchen is the most convenient layout option. True, it is not suitable for all rooms. A two-row kitchen is appropriate if:
- The size of your kitchen exceeds 6-7 square meters. m;
- you have a lot of household appliances;
- your kitchen is elongated, narrow;
- the room is a walk-through.
Such a kitchen has only one serious drawback - it is almost impossible to place a full-fledged dining table here, and if it was originally narrow, it would seem even closer.
Corner kitchen
The ideal type of layout for a small kitchen - L-shaped, forming a corner. Here, the refrigerator, sink and work surfaces can be placed as conveniently and compactly as possible. In this case, the angular module can be either beveled or straight. The first option is more convenient for the kitchen - here you can place a sink. If the kitchen is very small, you should choose a right angle, and on the sides of it place a hob and sink.
U-shaped layout
In such a kitchen, three walls are involved. Here you can place all the household appliances, which are too lazy to get out of the boxes every time. Yes, and a food processor, and a juicer, and a toaster, and scales, and even a slow cooker! Usually in the U-shaped kitchen, the window space is used.
Color schemes
Right now let's talk about the role color plays in the interior of the kitchen! It's no secret that a well-chosen base color and its shades can not only create unusual visual effects, but also affect the mood. For example, black kitchen reduces appetite, while green kitchen, on the contrary, enhances hunger. But first things first!
A white kitchen interior may seem impractical. But at the same time, it is incredibly light and airy, adding even more space and light to even a small room. Moreover, such a kitchen can always be diluted with bright accents, unusual shapes and textures.
The interior design of the kitchen in beige colors is perfect for those who spend a lot of time in this room, gather here with friends. You can combine beige with delicate lilac, mint, and coffee. Translucent backs of chairs and non-standard chandeliers perfectly complement the interior.
The gray room is ideal for lovers of style and conciseness. Its main advantage can be called the fact that it becomes a wonderful background and does not focus on itself. In addition, this color is appropriate in different styles. So, in classic furniture, gray furniture will not be perceived as bulky, and modern kitchen in these colors will gain increased minimalism.
How do you like the idea of a kitchen interior in green colors? This color and mood will raise, and the appetite will improve. Among the most suitable for the kitchen are the following shades:
- lime;
- grass green;
- emerald;
- pistachio;
- mint.
All of them are equally well suited for high-tech, and for traditional styles of cuisine.
The interior design (pictured) in red is perfect for courageous, daring and passionate people. Please note: psychologists recommend using this color in the interior only if you do not spend much time in the kitchen. To dilute expressive red, you can add white to the room. For example, red elements can be placed on the bottom line, and white - on the top. Furniture in such a kitchen can be beige.
Sunny yellow color will make any kitchen bright, cheerful and cheerful. The main feature of this color is that it is as dynamic as red, but at the same time it does not overload the room, but fills it with lightness. Shades of yellow harmoniously fit into the unusual interior of Scandinavian cuisine. It can be used both as a basis and as an accent. Designers recommend using this color in rooms that lack a natural color.
Blue is a great alternative to yellow. It should be used in two versions:
- Your kitchen is located on the south side of the house, it is always hot here.
- In the kitchen you want to relax.
Blue can be combined with white, beige, pink and gray. It is also important that it is perfect for a variety of interior styles.
Catchy, non-standard, capable of literally wresting you from the clutches of gray everyday life - all this is an orange kitchen. She will help perk up, stir up feelings. Even a color of minimal intensity (for example, apricot) will attract attention and fill the space with warmth.