Even a small kitchen can be stylish and functional. It is doubly gratifying that leading designers are increasingly taken to solving the problems of an ordinary owner of small-sized housing. You can spy interesting ideas for your interior on the Web and in the interior gloss on the photo of the new kitchen design 2017.

In pursuit of the ideal kitchen design, one must not forget that this is, first of all, a functional room with its inherent operating characteristics. If you do not take them into account, after six months or a year you may be faced with the need for a new repair. Therefore, when starting a reorganization, base it on the compliance of the kitchen with the most important requirements:

• creating an optimal microclimate - not a single guest or household member will stay indoors, even if its interior is even the most fashionable and cozy, if it simply lacks fresh air;
• regular maintenance of cleanliness - soot imperceptibly settling on the walls and furniture distorts their color and spoils the impression of the interior design;
• ensuring the durability of the service life of the materials - even wallpapering, not to mention re-laying ceramic tiles or replacing the kitchen unit, significantly hits the family budget.

Thus, the primary plan of your actions, in addition to the rough and fine finishing of the walls, as well as the laying of communications, should take into account the following points:

1. take care of ensuring good air exchange - check the condition of the ventilation duct, install an exhaust hood of the required power, place inlet valves in the window;
2. choose practical decoration Materials - moisture resistant, easy to clean (preferably with household chemicals) and abrasion resistant;
3. so that kitchen furniture and the kitchen as a whole served for a long time, include good components in the cost of repairs - wood, multiplex or MDF, not chipboard, 32-class linoleum, vinyl wallpapers etc.

Micro-kitchens in trend:

By the way, if you carefully study the photos of modern kitchen design options, you will notice that practical aspects are also not alien to fashion: so, new floor coverings (marmoleum, self-leveling mixtures, quartz vinyl tiles), the range of products for ceiling and wall decoration has been expanded.

Stone finishing - the squeak of interior fashion in 2017

Photo of a kitchen floor made of marmoleum - natural linoleum

Wall decoration - decorative wood panel

A radical change in the kitchen in Khrushchev

Adherents of combined kitchens argue that optimizing the space is unthinkable if you do not physically increase it. There is some truth in this - without removing partitions, it is difficult to place everything you need. A beginner is also capable of developing an interior design on an increased area, guided by photos and tips from professionals. However, the methods of redevelopment need to be approached with attention, since not all obvious solutions are acceptable.

Kitchen design combined with the living room:

Unification ideas - which partitions are to be demolished

If you are ready for major changes and at the same time do not live in a panel house in which it is forbidden to carry out any manipulations with inner walls, consider the following options:

• dismantling the partition between the kitchen and the balcony is far from the best choice, since it requires high-quality external insulation and laborious work on the demolition of the balcony block; in addition, it is difficult to obtain permission for such a redevelopment, but you will have a useful area (from 2 to 5 sq. m.), where you can place household appliances, a lounge area or a dining group;
• demolition of the wall between the kitchen and the hall - instead of two rooms you will receive one, bright and spacious, for equipping a full-fledged kitchen-living room; it is not difficult to legalize their unification, but with household disadvantages - increased noise, the spread of food odors, the complication of cleaning - you will have to accept.

There are alternative ways to expand a room, for example, at the expense of a bathroom or a corridor, but they are not as effective (unless, of course, an experienced designer has had a hand in the project). Their main drawback is the impossibility of legalization, since in the SNiPs on the design of multi-storey buildings, the placement of a toilet, a bathroom and a kitchen above the living area of \u200b\u200bthe downstream apartments is prohibited.

Redevelopment in Khrushchev apartments:

Redevelopment of the Khrushchev apartment

Methods for zoning the kitchen-living room

Competently and functionally formed space is the first rule of a good interior. Therefore, along the line of the dismantled wall, it is recommended to divide the kitchen-living room visually or constructively using:

• bar counter, aquarium or dining group;
• different wall, floor or ceiling finishes, their colors and textures;
• different types lighting devices.

Not all families can afford to liquidate one room and spend money on built-in appliances. In this case, it is worth considering compromise options, allowing you to leave part of the wall open or combine areas only as needed. To do this, you can:

• expand the doorway and install sliding (compartment door) or folding (accordion door) doors;
• mount a bookcase, a rack on one or two sides of a wide opening;
• hang a curtain, install a screen, or grow a hedge.

These solutions do not take up much space and allow light to penetrate unhindered into all corners, without burdening the design and visually maintaining the effect of spaciousness. The material for them can be traditional wood, MDF, drywall, paired with polycarbonate, impact-resistant glass or metal forging.

Folding shelf between kitchen and balcony

Bookcase between kitchen and living room

As for the decoration, judging by the photo of the interiors, one of the modern kitchen design ideas in 2017 is the use of plant motifs:

• floral patterns on wallpaper and upholstery;
• posters with images of various herbs and signatures to them;
• herbariums, framed;
• living plants growing not only on horizontal but also on vertical surfaces.

You can evaluate how the kitchens designed in this way look in the gallery of current photos.

Floral prints on the furniture facade

Vertical gardening of the kitchen with edible herbs:

How to do without redevelopment

What to do if a radical change in the apartment plan does not suit you for some reason? Professional designers are racking their brains over the design of a small-sized kitchen, and you will also have to learn the basics of the profession: the rules for placing furniture and appliances, methods of visual expansion of space and the laws of ergonomics. At the same time, do not hesitate to borrow the ideas that you liked in the photo and transform them in the desired form.

Making a list of necessary interior items

The filling of the kitchen largely depends on the rhythm and lifestyle of the family, so your list may differ slightly from the standard set. In order not to forget anything, several questions are answered:

• What are your family's food preferences? Write a list of the necessary devices for preparing the usual menu (coffee machine, double boiler, oven and / or wine cabinet, etc.).
• How often do you all get together in the kitchen? Do you host guests? How many can there be?
• What else are household members used to doing in the kitchen - doing school lessons with children, reading, working at a laptop, listening to music, watching TV?

This kind of brief questionnaire, which is usually offered to fill out in design studios, will help you to accurately formulate your wishes, leave only the necessary and refuse unnecessary.

For friendly gatherings on the balcony

Horizontal refrigerator instead of vertical

Placement of furniture in a small kitchen

Practice shows that even the most ascetic kitchen interior cannot do without a furniture set, refrigerator, hob and sink. It is also assumed that the kitchen will serve as a dining room, so you should provide space for it. To find the optimal location for furniture and appliances, cut out their layouts, draw a large-scale sketch in the program or on paper, and try different layouts:

• Linear - suitable if the room is very elongated or has an area of \u200b\u200bless than 5 square meters. By installing a stove in the center, and a refrigerator and a sink in the corners, you will provide a convenient layout that allows you to organize a dining area.
• Corner - looks best in square-shaped rooms. The angular layout allows you to ergonomically distribute the main kitchen units, and freely place the dining group diagonally.
• Parallel - in a small room, this option is realizable only if you plan to use a window sill as a working surface, while the distance between the parallels should be at least 120 cm, and you will have to have breakfast, lunch and dinner in the living room.

Despite the fact that more complex layouts - parallel, U-shaped and peninsular - are not recommended for kitchens with a shortage square meters, owners of small cars still dare to violate the canons and, judging by the photos, their experiments often end in success.

Asymmetric interiors are also in great demand - both in new buildings and in old houses, a garbage chute or ventilation duct often passes through the kitchen, the boxes of which violate the correct geometry of the space. A typical layout is inapplicable in this case, you have to work with the distribution of furniture.

In the photo - the novelties of 2017 in the design of corner kitchens

Fancy planning solutions:

Design of small kitchens of irregular shape:

Secrets of increasing visual space

In addition to the compact arrangement of furniture, there is always another trump card up the sleeve of the design dock - a visual increase in space. Just as women who look after their appearance know that white makes them look fat, so the designer should remember that light rooms seem more spacious and larger than their actual size.

In the modern design arsenal, the technique of creating an illusory space is firmly rooted - tromplets, which in French means "optical illusion". Its main elements are:

• the use of transparent and sparkling materials (glass, plastic, chrome);
• introduction of mirrors, 3D wallpapers and perspective paintings into the interior;
• artistic painting of walls and ceilings, creating the illusion of height;
• posters depicting holes or moves into virtual reality.

Lightweight and functional dining group

Frescoes as an element of the tromplet technique

To visually increase the volume of the room, listen to the following tips:

• avoid straight lines - they break up the space and make it smaller;
• do not get carried away with contrasting spots and large objects;
• be careful with the amount of furniture and accessories - the fewer the better.

Now you can easily navigate the choice of finishing and decorative materials:

• replace the usual wallpaper with a large pattern, which is clearly not suitable for the design of a small kitchen, with the new products of 2017 (photo below) - metallized coatings, mirror ceramic tiles, curlite;
• on the floor, instead of dimensional tiles, lay a mosaic or its imitation, make a glossy self-leveling floor or lay linoleum from the latest collections;
• abandon the anti-trend in modern interiors - tiered ceilings - in favor of a stained glass system or bleached board.

And of course, do not take up space with heavy furniture: choose glass or plastic models, and soften their cold shine with textiles, and your small kitchen will be not only roomy, but also amazingly cozy.

Apron and front - from the same material, curlite

Original storage ideas

So that regular putting things in order is not a burden, you need to create conditions for maintaining it - to think in advance about a place for each device and household item, so that it is convenient to get them out and hide them back after use.

The basic principles of organizing storage areas and photos of various devices will help to introduce suitable ideas at home:

• use corners - due to the diagonal design, corner boxes are much more spacious than linear boxes;
• provide a place in a corner or in a niche for a closet-pantry - here you can store dishes, cereals, conservation, a small supply of vegetables;
• make the most of trays and drawers on sliding rails - organizing compact storage in them is much easier than in cabinets with doors;
• provide in the project headset compartments for household appliances, cargo baskets, shelves for large utensils and hooks for hanging lids.

The photo shows other equally successful and affordable solutions for the rational use of every nook and cranny.

Kitchen interior design trends

A good interior is not only about functionality, but also about aesthetics. When decorating the interior of a small kitchen, it is especially important to choose the right style, color and decor. By paying attention to the little things, you will turn an ordinary room into psychologically comfortable for yourself and memorable for others.

Style

The word "style" is of Latin origin, meaning "to write." By choosing the style of the room, you thereby define an idea that is not indifferent to you, which you would like to communicate to others. All interior decoration techniques in a certain style, be it color or shape, are "words" that carry a semantic load. Therefore, the main thing that is recommended to be guided when choosing the main idea is your own beliefs and preferences.

If, due to inexperience, it is difficult for you to express your thoughts in the language of design, use the tips - popular stylistic directions in 2017:

• minimalism - monolithic forms, restrained color palette and almost complete absence of decor perfectly embody the dream of the owner of a baby kitchen about free space;
• scandinavian interior is a northern version of minimalism, to which vegetal subjects and marine themes were added, stone and wood finishes, as well as many white and lamps;
• japanese design is another embodiment of minimalism: a modest setting, mainly consisting of a partition door (shoji), a hard floor mat (tatami) and lanterns (andon).

It's not necessary to strive for high stylistic fidelity, but remember that too much detail is always detrimental to the overall impression.

When deciding on a palette, you should listen to the opinion of psychologists and chromotherapists:

• red is chosen by self-confident individuals who do not plan to go on a diet (strawberry shades increase appetite);
• orange is appropriate for busy people, it stimulates not only digestion, but also the quick execution of tasks set for the day;
• blue coloron the contrary, it is conducive to a long meal and leisurely conversations, because in such a room a person feels safe;
• green is associated with nature, green cuisine helps a person to relax and cope with stress;
• yellow is called the color of happiness, it activates creativity and stimulates the urge to experiment.

A few more examples of current color design:

Decor

Now it's time to choose accessories. Most likely, at this stage, after creative searches, studying several dozen photos and many nuances of interior design, you have already noticed several elements that will decorate your kitchen. We offer a few more modern kitchen decor ideas:

• polyptych paintings - images consisting of two or three sections create a single ensemble that looks organically on the wall;
• inscriptions and letters - can be made in the form of vinyl stickers, which can always be removed or changed, as an option, it can be a slate board with your favorite recipe;
• decorative dishes - the custom of keeping cups and plates in the sideboard has received a second life, only the sideboard should be replaced with open shelves;
• handicrafts - the fashion for hand-made is as relevant as ever, any thing made with your own hands and from the heart can turn into a stylish accessory.

Textile deserves special words - its choice is immense: sofa and chair pillows, cozy tablecloths and curtains, kitchen towels, napkins, potholders and even an apron of the hostess. Place two or three bright accessories on kitchen surfaces and the room will sparkle with new colors.

Kitchen textiles

Kitchen interior design is a process that requires tremendous creative dedication, attention to many technical details, knowledge of the building materials market and repair services, and, of course, a sound assessment of one's own capabilities. Ideally, it is better to shift this work onto the shoulders of professionals, but if this is impossible, arm yourself with a collage of photos that have sunk into your soul - and forward to your dream!

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It's no secret that the kitchen is considered one of the main rooms in the apartment. In addition to cooking, all family members communicate most here, and guests are also received. In every home, the design of the kitchen is very important, since comfort and coziness depends on how the room is equipped. Modern furniture production every year offers new solutions in the modeling of kitchen spaces. What is the most popular these days? What new design options are specialists presenting? What style to design the kitchen? You will learn this and much more by reading this article.

Modern kitchen design trends

In modern kitchen interior design the following patterns are distinguished:

• chrome, plastic and glass are leaders among materials;
• severity of forms, laconism and clarity are the basis of design today;
• the kitchen is combined with the living room, since large spaces have become fashionable;
• corner sofas are still in trend.

You understood this, but still do not know where the modern kitchen renovation begins? First of all, you need to remove all old things from the room. This is where the redevelopment will begin.

Interior Design

Modern interior design styles in the kitchen are:

• country;
• minimalism;
• high tech;
• modernism;
• eco style;
• art Deco.

Each of them bewitches with its own characteristics. But there is something what unites them:

• an abundance of light;
• asceticism;
• geometric shapes;
• play of contrasts.

It is a great idea to mix several styles correctly and turn them into one. Plus, it provides an opportunity to expand ideas.

Modern kitchen accessories

High-quality technical equipment is the main feature modern kitchen... This is necessary so that the cooking process is much faster. Therefore, ideally in this room there should be such devices:

• reducing the cooking time - electric meat grinders, the latest refrigerators, scales, blenders and so on;
• allowing you to cook healthy food - special hobs, microwave ovens, toasters, bread makers;
• allowing to keep food and fresh air in the kitchen - freezers, air purifiers.

Small kitchen decoration. Secrets

Millions of people live in small apartments. Therefore, not everyone can afford to have a large modern kitchen. There is absolutely not enough space, and the desire to make something comfortable in such a room is more than enough. Even so, in a small kitchen you can create the most modern design. The latest developments and solutions of professionals will come to the rescue. Here are just a few of them:

• for the dining area, a bar counter or a pull-out table is best;
• kitchen sets with swing doors is no longer in vogue. Kitchen sets without doors are gaining popularity;
• you can visually expand the kitchen by furnishing it with small-sized furniture;
• when choosing a design for a small area of \u200b\u200b\\ u200b \\ u200bthe room, you need to opt for a style that would be inherent in laconic, but at the same time, spacious cabinets and shelves;
• if you choose the right colors, the kitchen can also be enlarged visually.

Dining table and cabinets in a small modern kitchen

A large table in a small kitchen will not work, for a maximum of three people. To save space, it is best to make your own countertop with a sliding surface. After eating, she is removed.

Cabinets, in turn, should be a little narrower than usual. A large cabinet is placed in the working area, which takes up space from floor to ceiling.

Some design options

Fusion style interior

In this style, several were immediately mixed, moreover, it was marked by an unprecedented success. Some designers call this "combining what cannot be combined." For example, the latest gadgets and sparkling glass in the kitchen go well with wall murals, classic kitchen units, and more. Thus, a real globalization is taking place in this room.

Emotional level of perception - it is at this level that the unification of incompatible elements in this style is more happening. The professionals who create this kind of kitchen design are simply challenging themselves. This is because the slightest flaw can lead to complete bad taste. The final picture, even in the smallest kitchen, should be attractive and harmonious.

In this style, in addition to combining materials, colors and much more, there is also a combination of other rooms. For example, the kitchen-living room just belongs to the fusion style.

Island

In this style, the kitchen work area is in the middle of the room. The modern design makes it possible to fit a work surface and a hob here, as well as a bar, sink and hood.

The island can be approached from any side, so there is complete freedom of action.

Classic kitchen

Classic kitchen design is always in trend. Such a room is relevant at any time. For modernity to intersect with classics and history, the following points apply:

• natural materials are used - aprons made of natural stones, kitchen sets made of noble tree species, marble countertops;
• kitchen sets are most often artificially aged in order to give them a solid look;
• luxurious curtains are used as decoration in classic kitchens;
• furniture must be monochromatic.

Modern

The main features of this style:

• large free space with a minimum of decorative elements;
• kitchen sets and countertops are made of plastic, less often wood and metal;
• simple color combinations.

Modern is very similar to minimalism. The main goal of these styles is to maximize the kitchen space.

Photo printing on furniture

Any design idea can be realized when using photo printing on facades. A drawing is applied to the inside of the glass, after which it is covered with a special film. Therefore, it becomes possible to decorate the kitchen with your own photo. Thus, an original interior design is achieved with minimal costs.

Art Deco

This design is considered not only one of the most modern, but also the most expensive and glamorous. Only a few can afford it. In addition, it is quite difficult to do this style with your own hands.

The design of this room is varied. It includes:

• fur;
• kitchen sets made of expensive tree species;
• abstraction;
• elements of antiquity;
• geometric patterns.

Conclusion

Many psychologists say that the kitchen is the most important part of the home. A modern kitchen should charge you with a positive attitude in the morning, and create a feeling of coziness in the evening.

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If you want your kitchen design to be stylish and vibrant, then follow the latest trends and experiment.

So, the features of modern cuisine:

• Stylish and striking design. Forget about the usual colors and materials, experiment and try something new.
• Functionality. Each element of the interior must have its own specific purpose. And some items can perform several functions at once, this is only welcome.
• Free space. Do not clutter up the room, otherwise it will not only be outdated and old-fashioned, but also inconvenient.
• The use of technology. Moreover, devices that have long been included in life, as well as ultra-modern and recently appeared gadgets, can be present.
• Stylish and bright accessories. Some of them, by the way, may well bear the functional load. For example, creative glasses, salt shakers or jars for cereals or cookies will definitely fit into the interior.
• The use of a wide variety of materials: both proven and well-known natural, and modern synthetic (moreover, natural can be combined with artificial).
• A combination of incompatible. Sometimes it does not look tasteless, but very original, which is proved by the photo gallery.

Contemporary styles

When thinking through the design of your kitchen, choose bright and modern styles. Some of them are especially relevant:

• High tech. Main features: glossy, chrome and glass surfaces, modern materials, use gray as the main and placement of bright accents on its background, functional furniture and ultra-modern technology.
• Fusion is a kind of mixture of different styles. Use a variety of interior elements, but combine them skillfully, that is, look for common features (tones, shapes, textures, and so on).
• Kitsch is a kind of mockery of pretentious interiors. Such a kitchen looks bright and even colorful, and all expensive elements are replaced with cheap ones, this is the main feature.
• Pop art is a vibrant youth style. Take white as a basis and on it, like an artist, place juicy spots. Choose stylish, modern and colorful furniture. Use creative decor such as graffiti, stylized images and figurines.
• Art Deco. This trend will appeal to fans of bright and somewhat pretentious interiors. Furniture has unusual shapes, materials are expensive or exotic, accessories are rich and stylish, tones can be very different.
• Eco-style. This style appeared not so long ago and has already become popular. Its main features are restraint and use only natural materials (both for decoration and for the manufacture of furniture and even accessories). This direction is suitable for nature lovers.

Actual colors

If previously exclusively calm, neutral and light shades were used, then in a modern kitchen there may be more daring tones, which have recently been very relevant. In addition, they are quite appropriate, since the room is designed for eating and pleasant family or holiday feasts, so even bright colors will not irritate, but, on the contrary, will help to cheer up and tune in to positive. You can also choose some rich tone, this is also fashionable.

If you have studied the photo gallery, then you may have noticed that the most popular and demanded are colors such as blue, orange, red, grassy, \u200b\u200bpurple, mint. If you prefer more soothing shades, then you can choose such as milk, chocolate or beige. But you can also use neutral tones, which include gray and white. But this technique in any case requires fresh and bright spots, otherwise the design may seem too boring.

By the way, today you can use not only time-tested classic combinations, but also more unusual and bright ones. Try combining red with blue or green, light green with pink. In general, don't be afraid to experiment. And if it seems to you that the tones are incompatible, then just add black or white outlines or borders.

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Modern finishing

There is only one rule: experiment! Play with materials, textures and colors. Don't be afraid of unusual combinations and contrasts.

Furniture and appliances in modern kitchen

Furniture should be compact and functional, ideally suited to the interior. Modular designs are especially popular. But if you want to create a unique interior, then custom-made furniture would be the ideal option. Bright and light colors are welcome, while dark ones gradually fade into the background. In addition, recessed models are in trend, providing maximum space savings.

As for the technique, then purchase any that you may need. Try to give preference to built-in models and pay attention to the design, it can be bright and creative, this is only welcome.

Zoning

The zoning of a modern kitchen does not have to be clear at all, but still, for example, the work area should not intersect with the dining area. And this can be achieved, first of all, with the help of furniture. Recently, kitchen islands and bar counters are often used to delimit space. But multi-level division and color are also relevant. In the first case, you can use podiums, niches or tiers on the ceiling. In the second version, zoning is carried out using different tones.

Modern lighting

Lighting in a modern kitchen should be adequate and as comfortable as possible. And that is why the central source in the form of a banal and old-fashioned chandelier should be abandoned in favor of a few point devices. So, in a stretch or false ceiling, you can place several halogen lamps. Working area will make mobile lamps or lighting more convenient. And above the dining table, you can place several low ceiling lamps, this is important, although not always convenient.

Accessories

Modern accessories must be creative and unusual. Design and DIY gizmos are welcome. Functional decorative items, for example, original hooks and stands, potholders, towels, are relevant. But do not overdo it with textiles, it should be few, stylish and lightweight. Bright colors and unusual shapes are popular.

Now your kitchen will definitely become modern, stylish and bright. See the photo gallery.