How to choose a kitchen set for a small kitchen?

Selection rules

When choosing a kitchen set for a small kitchen, pay attention to the following points:

• Compliance with the requirements. If you do not like to cook and there are some kitchen utensils for storage on the farm, you will not need a large worktop and a lot of roomy cabinets. Save space for something else.
• Smart use of space. Not a single free centimeter can be missed, so the built-in small headset is the best solution.
• Visual enlargement of a small kitchen. This is facilitated by light colors, glossy facades, and reflective surfaces.
• Modern fittings. Solutions for corner and drawer drawers, top cabinets, will help you use every corner to the advantage.
• Compactness. If you reduce the depth of cabinets and countertops by 5-10 cm, you will lose almost nothing, but the room will become more spacious.

Layout options

The design of a kitchen set for a small kitchen begins with a choice of layout. There are 4 main types of kitchen furniture arrangement:

1. Linear. The simplest option, the usual straight kitchen in one row. The main advantage is its compactness, it does not require much space and can be placed even in the smallest kitchen. This is where the pros end. A single-row set is not ergonomic, it is difficult to make a working triangle with it, there is little space for storing things and preparing food.
2. Double row. It consists of two parallel rows along the opposite walls. Designers advise against using it in narrow spaces, so as not to create the effect of a corridor. But if you need a lot of storage space and a large countertop, this is a great option. Optimal values: the gap between the rows is 100-150 cm, the width of the kitchen is 240-250 cm. If the kitchen is narrower, reduce the depth of the cabinets so that at least a meter remains between them.
3. L-shaped. Corner set is a popular solution. It is both roomy and ergonomic. It will be easy for you to make a working triangle from the stove, sink and refrigerator. There are also disadvantages to this type of layout: the use of a corner module is inconvenient, you will have to order expensive fittings to take up the interior space. And also the facades, which intersect when opening, create inconvenience. If you are going to place a sink in the corner, order a beveled module - it will make it easier to wash dishes.
4. U-shaped. Roomy but bulky. The kitchen has 5-6 sq.m. occupies almost the entire area, so it is better to abandon this option in favor of a corner one with a third row of cabinets.In studios where the kitchen is in a niche, add an island, peninsula or bar counter to the exit area from the kitchen - this will create an additional working area, increase the capacity, will remove the issue with the placement of the dining table.

In the photo there is an L-shaped kitchen in white

Whichever layout you choose, use these tips to improve the overall look of your small kitchen:

• replace wall cabinets with open shelves to add "air";
• add a second row of hanging modules under the ceiling or increase the height of the cabinets to increase the storage area;
• ditch the plinth in favor of additional drawers under the kitchen set.

How do I arrange my headset?

Competent planning of a small kitchen should take into account not only the wishes of the owners, but also the characteristics of the apartment. Assess the location of communications (water supply, sewerage, gas pipe, ventilation) and try to create an environment with the least transfer of exits.

When placing a kitchen unit, the most important aspect is the working triangle. Its tops - refrigerator, sink, hob - should be placed at a distance of 100-200 cm from each other. In this case, the sink is in the center, it is the link between the stove and the refrigerator. Be sure to leave an empty countertop of at least 40, preferably 60 cm between the tops.

Take into account the opening zone - it is 80-120 cm in order to freely get something out of the pulled out drawer, open the door, pull the cake out of the oven.

Pictured is a white kitchen set for a small kitchen

Basic rules for installing equipment:

• the stove should not be placed near the door (there is a risk of burns), in the corner (inconvenient to use), near the window (especially for gas stoves);
• install the sink in the corner, but for the convenience of the approach, order a beveled corner module;
• the refrigerator will look more harmonious in the corner or by the window;
• put the dishwasher closer to the pipes and drain holes;
• the oven is easier to use at eye level, rather than in a low position;
• the washing machine should not be in close proximity to other appliances, leave a gap of at least 10 cm.

The photo shows bright light green accents in the interior

What color should you choose?

The main recommendation for any small space - the brighter the better! Therefore, the favorite, of course, remains white. He has a reputation for being sick and soiled, but this is absolutely not the case. The white palette has a rich selection of shades: warm creamy, jasmine, pearl, linen. Cold - marshmallow, star-white, white lily, snowy. None of them will look sick. As for the brand - glossy light facades are much more practical than dark ones, so you should not be afraid of them.

Another plus for a snow-white kitchen is that if the headset and the walls are in the same color, the cabinets will literally dissolve in space and will not look bulky.

Two equally popular shades are gray and beige. The first is more suitable for small kitchens with southern windows, the second with northern ones. Combining several shades from light to dark, you create a deep stylish interior.

The photo shows a gray headset in a modern style

If a monochrome kitchen seems boring to you, order a set in pastel colors. Pale yellow, pistachio, lavender, blue, pink - choose one of the light colors of the kitchen set for a small kitchen.

Be careful with bright and dark tones: they should be dosed in small areas, only as accents.

Recommendations for the selection of facades

The simpler and more concise the facade of a kitchen set for a small kitchen, the more airy the whole structure will look. Avoid drawings, milling, volumetric details. The shape is also as simple as possible. Radial facades make the appearance heavier, ordinary flat ones look more minimalistic.

Suitable options:

• Light gloss. Reflective surfaces are good, especially when it comes to a small kitchen. Not suitable for all styles.
• Natural wood. The material is also preferably light.
• Glass. Without milling and patterns - plain transparent or matte. It is better to store beautiful dishes or other decorative items in such cabinets.

In the photo, the facades without handles

The opening option is just as important as the appearance. Top drawers are safer with lift doors. So exclude the possibility of hitting an open box, and it is more convenient to use them.However, with a double row of wall cabinets, lifting facades require special attention: you will have to leave gaps between the rows and under the ceiling.

As for the lower cabinets, try to use roll-out drawers rather than regular cabinets. They require less space for full use, and proper storage inside is much easier to organize.

In the photo there is a small kitchen with a transom

What accessories to choose?

The most important element of a kitchen set is furniture handles. Convenience, safety and general appearance depend on them. Suitable for a small kitchen:

• Roof rails. Inexpensive solution. Small roof rails do an excellent job with their main task, and due to their visual lightness, they do not burden the kitchen design.
• Buttons. Stylish, small. But with their help it is inconvenient to open the drawers. Combine two options: hinged buttons, rails or pull-out brackets.
• Profiles. Almost invisible, but very practical. Placed on the upper edge of the facade. Most often they are used only on lower modules.
• Push-open. The perfect solution for a handleless kitchen. Drawers and doors open when pressed.
• Cut-in profile. Aluminum profiles Gola, UKW or C cut in from the top, bottom or side of the façade and remain almost invisible.

In the photo there is a double row of wall cabinets

In addition to handles, there are other interesting fittings that make the kitchen set as functional as possible:

• Carousel. Allows you to use 100% of the corner cabinet space and helps you organize storage.
• Roll-out baskets. Make ordinary cabinets more practical.
• Fully retractable guides. You will be able to see the contents of the boxes in full.
• Bottle holder. Transforms a compact cabinet of 15-30 cm into an excellent storage space for sauces and spices.
• Additional inner drawer. A narrow addition to standard boxes is used for cutlery, small items.

Examples in the interior

The geometry of small kitchens differs in aspect ratio.

A corner set will stand in a square room. Or u-shaped if a separate dining area is not required.

In an elongated room, give preference to a corner, single-row or parallel layout. Depending on how roomy your kitchen is.

If there is a niche in the room - use it! Built-in tall pencil cases in size, for example, will solve the problem of storage and will not be conspicuous.

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Now you know the secrets of choosing a kitchen unit for a small kitchen. Use light colors, glossy surfaces, increase capacity with additional storage space.