Every woman tries to make her home nicerand cozier. And the best tool for getting rid of the routine and boredom in the house is to diversify the interior with all sorts of decorative elements. However, it is not always so easy to do. Unfortunately, the vast majority of families are forced to live in small apartments. This means that the kitchens are very, very small - you can’t really turn around in them. But still, space for design imagination can be found in a small kitchen - there would be a desire and some knowledge. Moreover, even in a small kitchen of any apartment, it is quite possible to change the interior so that the kitchen becomes not only beautiful and cozy, but also very functional. This is what we will talk about today - after all, if you are reading this article, then the problem is probably very relevant for you.
Kitchen reconstruction
It is the small area of the kitchen that isthe main problem of housewives. However, it can be solved quite successfully. And by yourself in various ways - from simply rearranging the furniture to demolishing one of the walls. Scared already? And in vain - sometimes this is the only way to choose the optimal design. Many designers advise getting rid of the wall between the kitchen and one of the adjoining rooms. However, remember that such a reconstruction can only be carried out after thorough preparation. In particular, you will need permission from the relevant construction authority. And the demolition of the wall itself will cost you a pretty penny. Therefore, carefully consider all the nuances before you begin. After all, as you know, breaking is not building. And in a small apartment, any redevelopment will be radical.
Furniture and decoration in the kitchen
If you are going to change the design of your kitchen so radically,If you don’t want to, try changing the furniture in the kitchen. For example, buy a kitchen set that has space for built-in appliances. Give up the kitchen corner in favor of the so-called bar counter or a folding table and chairs. Believe me, this will allow you to free up a lot of space in a small kitchen. In addition, it is worth thinking about the color scheme in which the design of a small kitchen will be made. Colors need to be selected very carefully. When choosing flooring and wallpaper, pay special attention to warm and neutral tones. Unfortunately, you cannot afford bright combinations, as they visually reduce the space. But low-contrast shades, on the contrary, expand the boundaries of the kitchen and create the illusion of a spacious room. But even materials in neutral colors have special requirements. They should in no case have any large patterns - be it geometric shapes or floral motifs. They also make the kitchen smaller - and this is exactly what we are trying to avoid. But before you start making global changes in your small kitchen, in particular - changing the wallpaper, it is worth remembering that ordinary wallpaper will not work in the kitchen. Since the kitchen is a room with variable humidity, you will have to give up traditional paper wallpaper. The only acceptable option is moisture-resistant wallpaper or, as they are also called, washable. Vinyl wallpaper or fiberglass wallpaper are ideal. Such wallpaper will allow you to quickly get rid of dirt, accidentally splashed fat, they are resistant to moisture and even fire. But they are not that cheap. But even if you are short on money, you should not be upset. Vinyl wallpaper is considered the cheapest option. It has a wide range of colors, a glossy shiny surface and specific embossing. But fiberglass wallpaper is a little more expensive, but the texture resembles fabric, which adds its own twist to the interior. Both types of wallpaper are easy to clean and will not disappoint the owner in the future.
Elements of interior
With the elements that are used to createdesign of a small kitchen, you also need to be careful. For example - curtains. Heavy and massive curtains in a small kitchen will look extremely ridiculous. And the visual space will also be hidden very much. That is why it is best to hang translucent curtains made of lightweight material in a small kitchen. This way you will achieve a visual expansion of a small kitchen. Firstly, due to the fact that translucent fabric looks almost weightless, and takes up very little space. And secondly, such curtains do not block natural light. And this is very, very important - with natural light, the kitchen will look much more spacious than with artificial light. If you look into the kitchens of our housewives, in almost each of them you can find various trinkets dear to the heart - paintings, vases, magnets. Of course, any interior becomes warmer and more homely. But do not forget that we are not talking about just design, but the interior of small kitchens. In which it is not always possible to fit all these little things. But if you still cannot refuse them, then be sure to consider the overall design of the kitchen. All decorative elements should match the overall style and color scheme of the interior. For example, if the overall interior is made in country style, it is unlikely that decorative elements made in high-tech style will look appropriate in the kitchen. If you have chosen a kitchen design made in warm colors, do not get carried away with dark decorative elements. Otherwise, pastel shades will work against you, visually reducing the kitchen space several times. You should not hang large paintings on the walls of the kitchen, or use massive vases - the effect will be the same. In addition, lovers of indoor plants should be especially careful. Unfortunately, no matter what design you choose, you will have to give up flowers in the kitchen. Flowers take up too much space - after all, we are fighting for every square centimeter, aren't we? Some housewives find a way out of this situation and, thinking over the design of the kitchen, provide wall shelves for indoor plants. However, even in this case, the kitchen will visually seem smaller. As a rule, designers advise choosing only one flower that fits into the kitchen interior. And pay attention to the design of the flower pot - it should also be suitable. In the event that there are many mirrors in the apartment, the kitchen interior can also be diversified with mirrors. In the event that you give preference to mirrored doors of kitchen cabinets, or place mirrors above the dining table, the kitchen will visually increase several times. As you can see, it is quite possible to cope with such a task. Although, of course, it is not so easy. But, as you know, without effort, you can't pull a fish out of a pond, not to mention such a responsible matter as creating a beautiful, cozy and functional kitchen. We recommend reading:
