The design of a small kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building may sound like a mockery of those who have been huddled in 5-6 sq.m. for many years. and has no idea how to make a functional, comfortable and beautiful kitchen out of this space. However, for people not devoid of imagination, this is a challenge, an interesting task that can turn the life of the whole family around. You will find the best ideas for a small kitchen in Khrushchev in the photo in this article.
A modern kitchen requires an abundance of household appliances, storage systems and a full-fledged work area. Is it possible to fit all this in a small space? Of course, and for proof, see our article on kitchen renovation in Khrushchev in the photo.
Planning and zoning
The success of the entire undertaking depends on proper preliminary preparation for renovating a kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building. Careful planning will help not only choose the best option from several, but also check whether all your desires and design fantasies will fit into 5-6 sq.m.
It is best to draw a plan to scale and mark the following on it.
Main objects
- windows,
- doors,
- radiators,
- communication entry points.
Architectural features of the room
- arches,
- niches,
- ledges,
- sharp or obtuse angles,
- sloping ceilings, etc.
It is important to find out in advance whether it is allowed to move engineering systems, and whether it is possible to demolish some walls and partitions.
The correct arrangement of furniture on the plan (and subsequently in the kitchen itself) depends on many factors:
- objective parameters of the room (previously indicated on the constant plan);
- placement in the apartment relative to other rooms;
- family composition and lifestyle;
- a set of necessary household appliances;
- the possibility of moving the dining group outside the kitchen space.
Taking into account all of the above, you can safely experiment. And the kitchen design ideas in Khrushchev in the photo in this article will help you.
Even taking into account the minimum area of 5-6 sq.m., the interior can be made fashionable, modern and comfortable. Some design tricks and general rules for arranging small spaces will help with this.
Redevelopment
The main ideas of kitchen design in Khrushchev often come down to combining the space into a studio. And for good reason. If the layout of the apartment and building codes allow the addition of a room or at least a balcony, the Khrushchev-era small apartment receives additional square meters where the dining group moves. Thus, only the work area is located in the kitchen.
The combined space changes the perception of the entire apartment; it no longer seems so cramped.
It happens that the room is enlarged at the expense of the bathroom. This way you can win an extra meter.
A studio kitchen in Khrushchev with an unusual design is shown in the photo below.
Arches
Another technique for expanding space is to avoid solid doors. An arch and an enlarged doorway will add additional volume to the room.
Built-in technology
Today, the choice of household appliances is so wide that owners of small-sized kitchens will not have difficulty finding a narrow oven, a narrow dishwasher, a small refrigerator or a hob with 2 burners. These mini-devices are in no way inferior in functionality to their big brothers, but they do an excellent job of saving space.
Furniture
Hanging cabinets up to the ceiling, a system of railings, sliding doors or roller doors in drawers, a bar counter instead of a traditional table and a window sill as an extension of the work area - these are just some of the tricks for furnishing a small area.
Furniture made of transparent plastic or glass will fit perfectly here, because it will almost dissolve in the space and will not clutter it up.
To visually expand the interior of a kitchen in Khrushchev, we can recommend the following techniques:
- any light, and ideally white, color in the design;
- matte ceiling;
- plain (at least with a small pattern) wallpaper for a small kitchen in Khrushchev (see photo below);
- mirrors;
- asymmetrical arrangement of furniture;
- competent lighting.
You can increase the size of the kitchen in a standard small-sized apartment both in the literal sense (by organizing the redevelopment of the entire room) and in the visual sense (solely due to our perception of space). Kitchen 5 square Khrushchev design photos you will find in the photo gallery.
Color selection
The first impulse in choosing a color for a small-sized kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building is to choose light or even white. And that's right! Many designers do not recommend adding any color spots on these 6 square meters at all.
Light colors expand the space, add lightness to the entire kitchen set, and allow you to hide architectural flaws. And complemented by warm shades of wood (for example, in flooring) or bright spots (on a kitchen apron), white will no longer seem cold and hospital-like.
It’s not that difficult to create a kitchen design in a Khrushchev-era building; the photo examples in our article clearly confirm this.
Still, monotony is not for everyone. Of course, only extreme people will decide on dark noble wenge, but if you want something cheerful and cheerful, you shouldn’t deprive yourself of color. The main principle in decorating a small kitchen is a sense of proportion!
Several bright facades against a light wall or a colorful apron surrounded by white drawers have a right to exist. A good idea would be to add color accents with the help of accessories: for example, lush green towels and potholders, dishes of the same shade and a wall clock, or blooming violets on the windowsill, purple cutlery and a framed photo.
Style selection
The design of a small-sized kitchen in Khrushchev (photo below) looks varied and interesting, despite the fact that size leaves its mark on the choice of style. Even big fans of the classics will have to give up massive wooden cabinets with carved doors, and adherents of Provence will simply litter their 6 sq.m. cute trinkets.
To make your kitchen truly beautiful while maintaining all its functionality, it is better to opt for one of these stylistic trends.
Minimalism
Strict lines, smooth facades, simplicity in everything and the absence of small details - all this is ideal for a small space.
Scandinavian style
Pastel colors, slightly enlivened by small patterns, simple furniture made of natural wood, steel kitchen appliances and rustic textiles as decor - these are the components of the northern direction in the interior.
Modern
The Art Nouveau style is very fragmented and not every option is suitable for Khrushchev’s kitchen. You shouldn’t think about any art nouveau or art deco for 6 square meters, but contemporary is exactly what you need. To create a modern style you will need:
- simple and reliable furniture (often made from modern artificial materials such as plastic, MDF, glass);
- clear lines, smooth surfaces;
- built-in and modular furniture, transformers;
- few accessories.
The motto of this direction is functionality above all!
Discreet eclecticism
If contemporary or minimalism is too boring for you, add a few touches from another style.
For example, an old poster and a refrigerator from the 70s will add a retro touch. Curtains with frills and a kitchen apron with roses will hint at shabby chic. One giraffe figurine and a small rug with a zebra print will create an ethnic mood.
This way you will be able to maintain the right balance between your preferences and strict space saving. See what a modern kitchen in Khrushchev looks like in the photo in this article.
Whatever style you choose, remember that simplicity and conciseness are the key to a beautiful and modern small-sized kitchen.
Options for arranging kitchen units
To properly arrange the kitchen set, it is a good idea to make a sketch and place the necessary household appliances, drawers and cabinets on it. This way you can imagine what your kitchen will look like when finished and choose the most suitable way to arrange the furniture.
Kitchen in one row
If, in addition to the work area, you need to place a dining group, the best option would be to arrange the kitchen units in one row.
This is not the most convenient method for daily work, but the most common in Soviet apartments. The design of a very small kitchen with a refrigerator can be seen in the photo below.
Corner kitchen
By lining up all the cabinets and household appliances along two perpendicular walls, you can place almost everything you need, including household appliances and a sufficient number of storage systems, even in a small room. It is not surprising that we have easily put together a whole collection of corner kitchens in Khrushchev-era buildings in the photo, which you can familiarize yourself with. By the way, with this arrangement of furniture there is also room for a dining table.
According to the designers, a corner kitchen for a Khrushchev-era apartment is the most suitable option, because with its relative compactness it is possible to comply with the laws of ergonomics. The rule of the working triangle, at the vertices of which are the main elements of the kitchen - sink, stove, refrigerator - is successfully observed (in contrast to the single-row arrangement of furniture).
Small corner kitchens in Khrushchev-era buildings look very comfortable in the photo.
Parallel layout
By removing the dining group outside the kitchen space, you can place the work surfaces on two opposite walls. It is very convenient to cook in such a kitchen: everything is at hand, everything is close, but only one housewife can fit here.
U-shaped layout
The kitchen set, lined up along three walls, will fit everything you need and even more. The hob, sink and refrigerator can be placed on different sides of the work area. Such a compact kitchen is a paradise for a lonely housewife. After all, it’s unlikely that anyone will be able to help during cooking: several guests will be unable to turn around here. There is no room here for either a kitchen table or a bar counter, so you will have to eat in the room.
Various types of layout of a small kitchen in Khrushchev are presented in the photo in our photo gallery.
Other furniture
All furniture should be compact, as functional and practical as possible.
Having chosen one of the kitchen set layout options, think about whether there is enough space for a dining table or whether it is better to use a window sill for this purpose; Will large chairs with a back fit or should you give preference to stools?
See our article for various options for kitchen furniture for a small kitchen photo Khrushchev.
Built-in furniture and household appliances
An excellent solution for small kitchens is built-in appliances and built-in furniture. They unload an already small space.
An additional work surface that extends from under the tabletop if necessary, or a folding table is what you need to increase the usable area.
A bulky stove or free-standing microwave is also not suitable, but a compact cooktop, a small microwave with grill and oven functions are optimal!
Transformable furniture
Furniture that seems to be specially created for small apartments - transformers: this is a combination of two (or even more) functions in one item.
For example, the blank doors of a wall cabinet turn into a tabletop with a slight movement of the hand; one of the floor drawers can be pulled out and used as a stool; and one of the cabinet's hinged doors serves as a cutting board.
It’s not difficult to find or make such items yourself, but they will become a real lifesaver for saving space.
Proper lighting
Looking at the kitchens in Khrushchev in the photo, it is easy to notice that this enclosed space simply needs a lot of light so that it does not seem gloomy and uncomfortable.
First, you should let as much natural light into the room as possible. If it is possible to increase the window opening, go for it, but if not, give up the usual tulle and curtains; roller blinds or curtains will suffice here.
Secondly, in a small kitchen the usual chandelier in the center is not appropriate. Spot halogen or LED spots work best with artificial lighting; it will be convenient to illuminate work areas, for example, using an LED strip.
Thirdly, mirrors and glossy surfaces will further illuminate the space.
Decor
The best decor for a small kitchen in Khrushchev is missing decor. An abundance of vases, figurines, and memorable souvenirs on open shelves will create chaos over 5 sq.m.
To decorate a minimalist interior, 1-2 flowerpots with indoor plants or several photographs without frames on the walls are suitable.
If your soul still asks for cute little things, use unusual kitchen utensils as decoration: for example, bright oven mitts in the shape of funny faces, or a pepper shaker and salt shaker of a non-standard shape, or plates with funny designs.
Fundamental points in creating a kitchen design in Khrushchev:
- a minimum amount of maximally functional furniture;
- light color scheme;
- rational use of every centimeter of space;
- a great desire to transform these boring 5-6 sq.m. into a modern and stylish kitchen.
Photo gallery
Our gallery presents 30 more photos of stylish small kitchen designs.
Khrushchevkas are 5-story Soviet buildings with small apartments and cramped rooms. The kitchen in such housing has extremely modest dimensions - only 6 square meters. meters.
It is extremely difficult to arrange such a room in such a way that it is not only comfortable, but also attractive in appearance. However, there are some designer secrets that will help you cope with this task.
Choosing the optimal layout for a kitchen in Khrushchev
Corner layout- this option for arranging a kitchen in a Khrushchev building is the most correct and convenient. It allows you to make the most of space, making it more functional and comfortable.
The set, installed in the letter L, is ideal for creating the correct working triangle, which consists of a refrigerator, sink and stove. All furniture in a corner layout is arranged in such a way that there is still free space for movement in the kitchen.
There are rules that allow you to make an L-shaped kitchen in a Khrushchev even more convenient:
- Gaps of about 5 cm should be left between household appliances.
- The set should be tall, capacious, and at the same time compact.
- Built-in household appliances will help save even more space. It is recommended to choose so-called “mini” devices.
- Instead of a large, bulky stove, you should use a small hob. If the family is small, a 2-burner device will be enough.
- The sink should be moved to the window opening, then it will be possible to place the corner set more harmoniously, using all the niches in the room.
Linear layout- a good solution for arranging the interior of a kitchen in Khrushchev. With this layout, the set is installed along one of the walls in a continuous line. Thus, there is still enough space in the room for arranging other furniture.
With a linear layout, you can equip a dining table using a wide window sill - for this you need to attach a folding tabletop to it. All cabinets in the set, both wall-mounted and floor-mounted, should be as spacious as possible. The higher the set itself, the more usable space it has.
Advice! To ensure uniform lighting in such a kitchen, it is recommended to use ceiling lighting, or install the required number of spotlights. A large chandelier can be placed above the dining table.
Correct arrangement of furniture in the kitchen in Khrushchev
When choosing furniture for such a kitchen, preference should be given to folding and sliding doors rather than hinged doors. A folding dining table and chairs will help free up space even more.
It is also worth buying furniture that can be easily transformed - for example, with pull-out sections suitable for storage and suitable for the role of tabletops.
Oddly enough, large rather than small decorative elements will help to visually increase the space in a small kitchen. It is also worth using all kinds of glossy and mirror surfaces. It is recommended to avoid open shelves and give preference to closed cabinets.
There should be as few horizontal parts in a Khrushchev-era kitchen as possible. Vertical lines visually expand the space - for example, narrow and tall floor cabinets.
Bar counter- a great way to save space in a small kitchen. It can be used instead of a dining table, placing several high bar stools nearby.
If the countertop is wide enough, its base can be used for storage: for example, install a bread bin or microwave oven there.
Kitchen table- designers advise using a rectangular glass table that can be leaned against the wall. It visually increases the space, and also does not take up much space. A round table for a small kitchen is far from the best option.
You can also choose transparent chairs made of special durable plastic. Corner sofas take up too much space, so it is also better to avoid them. A wide window sill, complemented by a folding tabletop, can also serve as a dining table.
Fridge- It’s hard to imagine a kitchen without this household device. The housewife actively uses it during cooking, constantly opening and closing the door.
However, it is quite difficult to correctly place the refrigerator in the kitchen in a Khrushchev-era apartment building so that it does not interfere and does not take up much space. The best option is a small refrigerator built into the furniture, but this idea is not suitable for a large family.
There are other options for placing the refrigerator:
- install it in a niche that is suitable in size;
- built into the base of the countertop if the refrigerator is single-chamber;
- move the refrigerator outside the kitchen - for example, to a covered balcony or into the corridor;
- Install the refrigerator in the corner near the window, next to the hob.
Geyser- most often this device in Khrushchev-era buildings is carefully camouflaged, hiding it behind the facades of a wall cabinet located above the work area.
Do not place a gas water heater next to a gas stove, refrigerator or hood. As for the cabinet behind which it is hidden, it is made of special fire-resistant materials.
However, you can completely do without such a cabinet. It is enough to install a column between two wall cabinets, and then attach a false facade that closes with a magnet.
It is important to remember that in a kitchen with a gas water heater there must be an entrance door; under no circumstances should it be replaced with an arch (this requirement is dictated by safety instructions).
Household appliances- the ideal option should be called built-in household appliances integrated into the set. It is better if it is compact in size.
Some household appliances that are used extremely rarely should be completely abandoned. It is recommended to replace the bulky stove with a small hob.
A compact oven can be built into one of the niches of the set. It is worth placing a hood above the work surface (its design should also be small). Right next to the sink, in a special niche, you can install a washing machine.
How to combine a living room and kitchen in Khrushchev
Before combining the kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building with the living room, you should remember important technical points. Current legislation states that apartment owners cannot independently remove the sink, stove and other kitchen appliances outside the apartment. When combining such a space, the kitchen, along with all communications, must remain in its place.
It is prohibited to equip the kitchen in a new way directly above the living room of the neighbors below. It is also not allowed to arbitrarily demolish the load-bearing wall between the living room and the kitchen - this can only be done with special permission.
We must not forget about a powerful hood or air conditioning system. Foreign odors should not freely penetrate into the living room from the kitchen. The lighting system for the kitchen-living room in Khrushchev is no less important.
To ensure that there is enough light in both the working and living areas, you should install many spotlights, complementing them with the main chandelier above the dining table. If necessary, you can also use wall sconces in the living room area.
You need to take the zoning of the combined kitchen-living room very seriously.
You can do this in several ways:
- Peninsula- its role can be played by a table installed in the middle, or a tabletop attached to the wall. It is important that these elements are in harmony with both the kitchen area and the dining area.
- Upholstered furniture- for example, a small sofa installed approximately in the center of the room, as well as several comfortable armchairs with a compact coffee table.
- Two-level ceiling- a stylish and laconic way to divide a single room into separate zones so that they still look like a single whole.
- Two-level floor- with its help you can slightly raise the kitchen area, in addition, such a floor will reliably hide all kitchen communications from prying eyes.
- Sliding doors- a stylish and simple solution that allows you to clearly define the boundaries of both zones. The main feature of this method of zoning a kitchen-living room is its ability to quickly isolate yourself from the kitchen at any time - to do this you just need to close the doors.
- Installing different lighting in the kitchen-living room areas- one of the simplest and most popular ways of zoning premises.
- Screens or curtains- a simple, cheap and effective way to separate the living room and kitchen areas.
- Living plants- a great way to beautifully divide a room, as well as significantly enliven it.
- Bar counter- its role can be played by part of the partition from the wall that previously separated the kitchen and living room. To finish the counter, you can use natural wood, ceramic tiles, mosaic or facing stone.
- Arch- this method of zoning is often used by owners of small apartments. You can decorate the arch with miniature lamps located directly on its structure.
- Walls of different tones- another very affordable way to zoning a kitchen-living room. Colors can be in the same color scheme or contrasting.
- Wooden partition- this method of zoning can be used in conjunction with a small difference in ceiling height.
How to combine a kitchen in Khrushchev with a balcony
Combining a kitchen with a balcony will help solve the problem of arranging a small room. To organize an ideal kitchen area with maximum functionality, you should not completely demolish the entire wall - designers advise leaving its lower part along with the window sill. This design can become an original part of the interior, turning into a bar counter, or even a full-fledged dining table.
In addition, you can place a refrigerator on the balcony combined with the kitchen. Thus, the room will immediately be freed up and become more spacious. To make this part of the kitchen look more attractive, you can build an arch in place of the former wall, giving it an interesting shape.
It is also necessary to take care of good lighting of the newly acquired kitchen area by placing the required number of spotlights in it. In order for the room to truly look like a single whole, the same materials should be used to decorate it. Of course, both zones must be made in the same style.
Kitchen layout in Khrushchev video
A small kitchen in a Khrushchev building can be decorated tastefully and made comfortable. For a real example, watch this video.
Kitchen in Khrushchev - successful layout (real photos)
Repair work in a house or apartment most often takes place in all rooms of the apartment or house. It all depends on the condition of a particular premises and, of course, the financial situation of the owners. But, wherever and no matter what the repair is, ordinary people want to get excellent results and use every square meter wisely.
There is never too much space in an apartment - especially when it comes to Khrushchev. Today we’ll talk about one of the rooms in such an apartment – the kitchen.
The essence of the problem of renovation work in a small kitchen
There is no need to say again that apartments in the so-called “Khrushchevka” - panel or brick two- to five-story buildings - are not only very small, but also have a very inconvenient layout. The problem of square meters is especially acute in kitchens.
Back in the USSR, they brought a lot of inconvenience, and the situation decades later is even more complicated: the presence of a large number of different kitchen appliances drives many into a dead end, turning the problem of kitchens of 5-6 square meters into a real headache.
Is it possible to make a kitchen in a Khrushchev building with an area of 5 square meters? m, both functional and compact, so that you have everything you need for proper cooking? Place household appliances - for example, a refrigerator, gas stove, washing machine? Place a dining table for at least 2-4 people? How to properly organize the kitchen space so that you can cook and relax comfortably?
There are many similar questions. We will try to answer these questions to the best of our knowledge and capabilities.
Organization of space
Before embarking on the topic of kitchen interior design in Khrushchev, take note of the basic rule for its design - this is order in the full sense of the word.
Important! Clutter is the main enemy of your small kitchen. Therefore, when starting renovation work, remove everything unnecessary, and best of all, empty the room completely.
Any kitchen can be made more functional: believe it, plan everything correctly and at the end of the renovation work you will get an excellent result.
Rule #1. Space is king. Down with clutter is the first and main rule. Always remember him.
Let's give an example. If you follow the main essence of using the kitchen, namely cooking, the room can be freed from the dining table. This way, we get more space to move around the kitchen and move the eating area into a larger room.
A refrigerator will also help save space. Of course, if you prefer the horizontal option. They are not found so often, but its surface can serve as a working part. It can be built into a cabinet/cabinet. As a result, you are guaranteed a cozy kitchen in a Khrushchev building of 5 square meters. m with a refrigerator.
Even small kitchens in Khrushchev do not tolerate heavy curtains, huge carpets, many decorative plates, various framed photos and paintings.
Transformable furniture is welcome.
Rule #2. Interior design of a small kitchen: selecting colors and visualizing. When renovating a small room, give preference only to cream or light beige tones, which, unlike dark tones, make the room visually larger. It becomes light, bright and spacious.
A large chandelier will also help make your small kitchen look bigger. Its fairly large dimensions will allow you to divert attention from the small size of the room, and the room will seem much more spacious.
In addition, you can choose a chandelier with a strong construction and use its upper part as a shelf, for example, for spices.
Give preference to light colors and shades that match the furniture. They, of course, can be a little darker than the walls, but not too dark. Select everything according to the rules of contrast. If the selection is not entirely successful, the room may turn into a solid bright spot. Strong contrast is also not an option.
That's all here for now. Let's summarize briefly. A small kitchen welcomes space and visualization that makes it feel bigger.
Let's take this into account and look for several solutions to the quadrature problem.
Increasing the area
Having outlined the problems of renovation work in a small kitchen and considered the main rules for renovation, we present several ways to increase the area of the kitchen space.
Method one - demolition of partitions between the kitchen and the adjacent room. The ideal option in this case would be the proximity of the kitchen to the living room. Removing the partition will not increase the area, but it will increase the space. The dining table can be safely moved from the kitchen to the living room. The refrigerator can also be moved.
Another option - combine the kitchen with a balcony or loggia. There are two options for unification: with the demolition of the partition or without demolition. The first option will increase the area, the second will add space.
As in the previous version, we place everything that is “poorly priced” in the kitchen from appliances and furniture on the balcony or loggia.
And the last option - moving the wall. It is not used very often as it very rarely helps with space problems.
Important! Every apartment has load-bearing walls that cannot be moved, or can be moved, but only with the permission of special services.
Method No. 2. Visualize, visualize and visualize again. If the first way to solve the area problem is not quite your option, then we use the art of visualization.
Using various design techniques and ergonomics will help us visually increase the kitchen space.
Firstly, do not clutter square meters.
Secondly, choose a kitchen set that consists of many cabinets. With a large presence of elements, it will appear larger than its actual size. We choose tall wall cabinets. The ideal option is up to the ceiling.
Thirdly, use mirrors. The presence of a reflection will make you think that the room is larger than it actually is.
Fourthly, let's work with light and color. We have already mentioned the light color scheme. But here we focus your attention on the fact that you can add a few bright spots to your kitchen design, highlighting functional areas. Then we turn on the light.
Ideal if the entire ceiling and functional areas are illuminated.
A duet of light on the ceiling and illuminated functional areas in bright colors will visually increase the space.
Work area
Dealing with the issue of designing a work area in a kitchen of 5 square meters. m, you need to make the right bet: we choose not quantity, but quality and functionality. Sink, stove and refrigerator - you can’t do without these “three pillars”. We definitely install it.
But what about installing other useful inventions in the field of kitchen appliances? We adhere to the following tips:
- the stove is sacred, but we can also save money on it by installing a hob;
- a mini-oven can replace the absence of a stove;
- if we choose a microwave, then only the mini option;
- remember, you can install a small washing machine or dishwasher under the sink;
- You can solve the issue with the refrigerator by choosing one of the options given above in the article;
- We select either a transformable table or a folding one, like on a train. Another option is to take it out of the kitchen;
- the window sill can act as an additional work area. To the right and left of it you can place several shelves. Just think through everything so that the window opens. If it is large, then one of its parts can also be used for shelves.
Having already somewhat understood the interior design of the kitchen, let's look at the two most popular options for its arrangement. We will talk about a kitchen with a gas water heater and a corner set.
We suggest you study; You can also decide on the design option, the required number of cabinets, shelves and other furniture using visual examples.
You can see photos with design options for a 5-meter kitchen with a refrigerator.
Ideas for the design and layout of a bathtub in Khrushchev can be studied in the article at:
Corner kitchen
Yes, the kitchen in Khrushchev is 5 square meters. m is really a real “headache”, but it’s not as bad as it seemed. Let's see how you can design a corner option.We will not repeat the tips that we have already mentioned. You can look at several kitchen options in the photo and roughly select the design that you like.
But there was no mention of the furniture arrangement elements. There are three of them:
- in the shape of the letter G;
- in the shape of the letter P;
- in a circle.
The first option involves the use of two walls. This option for planning a corner kitchen is the most popular.
The second option involves placing the kitchen set along three walls, thus creating two corners. But this option allocates much more space specifically for the headset.
The third option guarantees good functionality and pleases the eye with an unusual arrangement. This method is not widely used.
Important! For a kitchen in Khrushchev, it is best to make custom-made furniture. As a result, you will get exactly the one that is ideal for your kitchen. For any of the layout options, they will make you excellent furniture from MDF, chipboard, multiplex - these materials have a higher priority in use.
Kitchen with gas water heater
Having a gas water heater is a very good option for any kitchen, although if the area is insufficient, the problem of the location of the unit itself always arises. This everyday question can also be solved by choosing the right place.
In addition, it is very easy to hide it, since many housewives are not entirely sympathetic to this “architectural excess.” A hanging cabinet will correct the situation.
Read on for basic tips on how to hide a speaker in a wall cabinet. Such disguise has its own nuances:
- When starting work related to the installation of a geyser, consult a fire safety specialist.
- Having learned all the nuances and details from a specialist, make a wide cabinet for the gas water heater, which should have many ventilation holes.
- Insulate the walls well.
- Make holes for the gas pipe and corrugation.
Instead of a total
No matter how many square meters your kitchen or other room occupies, always remember: a little of your imagination, invention, a couple of consultations with specialists - and your interior, even a kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building, will look like the photo from fashion magazines!
We invite you to watch a video that will demonstrate other kitchen options in Khrushchev:
Photo gallery
This photo selection of interiors of small kitchens in Khrushchev-era buildings is for your inspiration and the birth of new design ideas:
Design of a small kitchen with an area of 5 square meters. m in Khrushchev is not so simple, however, judging by the photos in interior catalogs, there are no tasks that are impossible for designers. By properly planning your workspace, you can avoid most of the difficulties that may arise in such cramped circumstances. Modern trends in interior design and organization of the work area will create a comfortable and cozy atmosphere.
Functional placement of furniture in a compact kitchen of 5 square meters
Efficient use of space
Thinking through the design of a kitchen 5 sq. m in Khrushchev, you need to use some tips that will help you properly organize a small space:
Important! The higher the furniture, the lighter and more spacious the interior looks. A set that is too low will create the effect of a cluttered space.
Optimal layout options
The smaller the room, the more difficult it is to maintain a balance between the beauty of the interior and practicality. Few people would want to sacrifice their own comfort for the sake of an extra meter or limit themselves in possibilities due to lack of space. How to think through the layout in a tiny kitchen of 5 square meters. meters in a Khrushchev-era apartment building, without any problems placing on it not only a stove with a sink, but also a refrigerator and other household appliances?
Bright U-shaped kitchen design with tempered glass shelves
L-shaped layout
In photos of design projects you can often see a corner kitchen set; this L-shaped layout is used in both large and small kitchens of no more than 5 square meters. m. In small rooms, both corner walls are fully occupied. Often one of the ends of the headset is adjacent to the door. It is better to round the corners of the headset, especially near the doorway.
A classic example of a corner kitchen in a small area
Smooth outlines look much more harmonious and beautiful in the interior, in contrast to sharp corners. If the kitchen is not square, but elongated, then it is better to place the refrigerator and stove along the long wall, while the sink can be moved close to the short wall. In the opposite corner it is good to place a small corner sofa with a compact table and hanging open shelves and cabinets.
Corner kitchen 5 square meters with rounded ends
Pay attention! It is better to equip the area by the window as a workspace, since the kitchen area is only 5 square meters. every extra centimeter is valuable.
Corners in a small kitchen should not be empty. To free up some space, you can place a sink in the corner. For convenience, it is better to choose a beveled or radius corner tabletop with a narrowed short side. This will provide enough space in the kitchen for a hob or stove and refrigerator.
Instead of a sink, sometimes a stove or hob is placed in a corner. If you like this option, try to choose the most compact model. At the same time, it is also worth remembering the predominance of smooth lines in a corner kitchen - rounded outlines will become a small trick that distracts from the modest dimensions of the kitchen.
Interior of a corner kitchen in Khrushchev
U-shaped layout
With this option for arranging furniture and equipment, three walls are occupied at once. Thus, you can organize a comfortable work triangle with the same distance to the refrigerator, stove and sink. To make it more convenient for you and your household to work in the kitchen and move around it, the passage should be no narrower than 120 cm. The U-shaped layout is not only one of the most comfortable in everyday life, it also provides a lot of opportunities for non-trivial design solutions.
Kitchen design in Khrushchev with U-shaped furniture arrangement
Vertical block at the door
In the kitchen of 5 sq. meters, the highest and largest objects are most often located in the corners; this layout option can be seen in the photo of kitchen interiors. This technique allows you to visually make bulky elements of the headset less noticeable, giving them a more elegant look. If you need a large number of spacious shelves and appliances, you can put several tall cabinets in the kitchen at once - a pencil case in the middle of the wall, a tall unit with a built-in oven and, for example, a refrigerator in the corner by the window.
Interior of a corner kitchen 5 square meters with a refrigerator by the window
Due to tall pieces of furniture, you can significantly increase the capacity of the set, but such an arrangement greatly reduces the working area. In a five-meter kitchen you can comfortably fit an oven, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator, but a vertical cabinet near the door will not only lengthen the corridor, “stealing” valuable space from the kitchen, but will also create an extra sharp corner, which is quite dangerous.
Kitchen cabinet by the window in a small kitchen
Kitchen option without refrigerator
The refrigerator is often the largest item in the kitchen. Often this is what is sacrificed for the sake of additional space, placing the refrigerator on an insulated balcony or in the hallway. This arrangement is not very convenient if you approach it from a practical point of view, but it becomes possible to arrange a cozy dining area in the kitchen with a good table and a soft corner sofa, or to expand the work area.
Kitchen with furniture arranged along all walls
If there is enough free space for a refrigerator in the hallway or loggia, then in the kitchen of 5 sq. meters you can easily do without it.
Kitchen interior without a refrigerator with glossy surfaces and rounded ends
Kitchen in one row
The simplest and most economical option for designing a workspace is to arrange furniture and equipment along one wall. Despite the fact that minimalism is on trend in 2017, such organization of space may not appeal to everyone. By removing the large refrigerator from the kitchen, you can better organize your workspace by conveniently placing the stove and sink.
Single-line kitchen 5 square meters in Khrushchev
If you decide to leave the refrigerator in the kitchen 5 sq. m in Khrushchev, then purchase a stove or oven no more than 45 cm wide.
Interior of a small kitchen 5 sq.m. in Khrushchev
Kitchen in two rows
This layout is otherwise called parallel, when all the furniture and appliances are located along opposite walls. With such an arrangement of the kitchen unit, there may not be enough space for a dining area, but there is room to expand in terms of organizing the workspace.
Compact kitchen in two rows
Important! To create the most convenient kitchen triangle, place the sink and stove on the wall opposite the refrigerator.
Kitchen interior with furniture on both sides
For convenience and free movement around the kitchen while cooking, try not to clutter up the space in the center; the minimum distance between the facades of the set should be wider than 1.2 m. A kitchen furnished in two rows with a simple and strict design looks more spacious and brighter - there is a window in this case is completely open, and the furniture does not create obstacles to daylight.
Kitchen window with transparent short curtains
Interior design
Even in a tiny kitchen of 5 square meters. m, you can bring to life almost any new design that is relevant in 2017 - in the photo you can see a variety of interior design options. Pretentious Rococo and Baroque, which are characterized by an abundance of decor, bright colors, gilding, complex furniture design, etc., will not fit into a small space. However, there are other styles that can be used.
Modern kitchen interior 5 sq.m. in Khrushchev
Minimalism
One of the most popular modern styles, relevant in 2017. This is the best option for creating a comfortable and cozy interior without unnecessary accessories and flashy colors.
Minimalism in the kitchen 5 sq.m in Khrushchev
The main techniques used in interior design are a minimum of furniture, simplicity of shape, neutral colors, glossy surface, high-quality lighting, modern lightweight finishing materials. All together this creates a spacious and bright space.
Corner kitchen 5 sq.m. in Khrushchev with a pink countertop
Hi-tech
A distinctive feature of the high-tech style is the desire to use cutting-edge materials and technical innovations. Appliances and household appliances are hidden behind the cabinet fronts, and the set has a modular design, which allows you to use the available space with maximum benefit.
Small-sized kitchen in high-tech style
Classic
Classics, with the exception of its most extravagant varieties, are always in fashion. This is a win-win option for those who are afraid of making a mistake with the selection of textures, colors and furniture design.
Classic interior of a small kitchen with a sink by the window
Natural materials and natural colors are used in the interior. Light shades are often used for decoration, which allows you to refresh the interior and visually enlarge the kitchen.
Corner light kitchen in classic style
Despite the very modest size of a standard Khrushchev kitchen (only 5 square meters), even in such an area you can conveniently place the necessary furniture and appliances, creating a cozy and practical space.
Most Soviet-built apartments from the 50s to 70s have very small kitchens. Typical panel and block Khrushchev houses of those times were conceived as temporary housing for workers - provided by the state free of charge and subject to demolition after 25 years of operation. However, for various economic and political reasons, such buildings still make up a large part of the architecture of every city in the territory of the former USSR, and their inhabitants are constantly finding new ways to improve the design and increase the space of their homes.
Kitchen remodeling in Khrushchev
The first thing you need to know about redevelopment is that it involves changing the location of partitions in the apartment. The thoughtless destruction of some walls can lead to an emergency situation, therefore such actions (regardless of the ownership of the housing) require a preliminary agreement with the relevant government services, which must approve the draft changes and issue written permission. You can learn more about the procedure for preparing documents in your locality by contacting a lawyer.
It is often possible to expand the kitchen area in a Khrushchev-era apartment by combining it with the living room or hallway. The result is a comfortable studio apartment. Sometimes it is enough to remove only part of the partition to make a beautiful arched opening, or instead of the previous brick wall (if it is not load-bearing), build a spacious shelving wall made of plasterboard or wood. Changing the location of bathrooms, gas stoves, sinks, and heating radiators is not allowed by communication pipes and openings, which in such houses are connected into a single system.
Interior style for the “Khrushchev” kitchen
When planning the interior design of a small kitchen, you should give preference to those design solutions that will help increase the usable area. Modern, classic and Scandinavian styles, as well as Provence, are perfect for arranging a kitchen area in a Khrushchev-era building.
Modern style kitchen
Contemporary, modern - this is conciseness, clear lines and maximum functionality. Instead of a bulky “antediluvian” stove there is an electric hob and a built-in oven; a neat tabletop combined with a window sill or simultaneously serving as a bar counter; closed shelves and drawers from floor to ceiling; spot lighting; restrained colors of furniture, harmoniously combined with metal surfaces of equipment; comfortable blinds.
Classic style kitchen
Classics show impeccable taste and commitment to tradition. This interior is somewhat reminiscent of the houses of noble nobles or merchants: wooden furniture, varnished or light milky enamel; gold and silver accents; plaster stucco; high soft chairs; satin curtains. Selecting kitchen appliances to match expensive furniture is not difficult - a beautifully decorated stove, hood and refrigerator can be bought at any large store. All this will help you forget about the Soviet past of the apartment and turn it into an oasis of luxury.
Kitchen in Provence style
This style combines the simplicity of a country home with the conveniences of city life. Provence is characterized by pastel shades, lace inserts, natural textiles (chintz curtains and tablecloths with small flowers, polka dots, calm checks). In a tiny Khrushchev-era kitchen, this design will create an atmosphere of freshness and lightness.
Scandinavian style kitchen
Scandinavian minimalism is a reflection of the purity of the Icelandic fjords among the snow-capped mountain ranges. On a crystal-white background of walls, ceilings, and furniture, minimal inclusions of almost transparent bluish-gray elements or bleached wood are allowed. The design of a Khrushchev kitchen in this style will visually enlarge the room and give relaxing peace to all inhabitants.
Color solutions for the kitchen in Khrushchev
In order for 5-6 sq.m. If your kitchen doesn’t seem too cramped, you need to choose the right shades. The task of optical expansion of the area is best handled by light colors, as well as smooth mirror surfaces.
White
Pure snow-white tone reflects light best. It looks good with other colors, giving them contrast. This is a good option for ceramic tiles, furniture, walls, and ceilings. Most stoves and refrigerators are also painted white. But for the floor, countertop, space around the sink and hob, it is better to choose muted colors.
Natural wood color
The unique texture and noble shades of wood are what you need for a cozy kitchen interior in a Khrushchev-era building. Even an imitation of the natural surface of pine, linden, walnut, oak will make the food preparation area comfortable and sincere. Nature itself offers beautiful additions to the tree: grass green, grayish tones of stones, blue shades of water and sky, an autumn palette from amber-yellow to chocolate.
Yellow
This color will illuminate and warm your small kitchen with warmth if the sun rarely gets through its window. In combination with spring orange, light green, pink, white, this shade can be both a background and a bright accent. Yellow looks elegant among purple and gray interior details.
Green
The life-affirming tone of young foliage is one of the best options for the design of a small kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building. This color can be used to paint walls or use it for decorative elements. With varnished wood, orange, grey, pink and brown surfaces it will look simply flawless.
Red
Pastel colors
If any color is mixed with white, it acquires a delicate lightness. Surrounded by pastel colors, a feeling of calm, harmony, and purity appears. This is the perfect choice for a small space, giving it an airy feel.
It is better to complement bleached shades with saturated colors, but not bright ones. For example, you can combine light violet with purple; transparent blue with turquoise; milky with coffee color.
Finishing and materials for the kitchen in Khrushchev
When decorating any kitchen, it is important to find a balance between the beauty and practicality of materials. They must be moisture resistant, easy to clean, and some must also withstand heavy mechanical loads.
Floor
The most affordable option for finishing the floor in such a room is linoleum. It is inexpensive, aesthetically pleasing and very easy to clean. For a more sophisticated kitchen design in a Khrushchev-era building, large ceramic tiles in light colors are suitable (by the way, you will need very little of it). A floor made of small, eye-catching elements can visually reduce the space. Laminate in the kitchen will not last long - accidentally spilled boiling water or drops of hot oil from a frying pan can easily damage its surface.
It is also inadvisable to lay natural wooden parquet in the cooking area - dirt will get into the cracks between the elements, and traces may remain from a hot pan or a puddle of water.
Walls
Since condensation can settle on the walls, it is best to paint them with water-repellent enamel or cover them with washable vinyl wallpaper.
The most expensive, but environmentally friendly way is, again, ceramic tiles. It is better to choose a glossy, medium-sized one, without contrasting details. Light colors and almost imperceptible small patterns (for example, golden flowers with curls on a sand background; silver shimmer on white; imitation of brick or stonework) will help add volume to the kitchen. Vertical lines on the walls will make the ceiling appear higher than it actually is. And for better reflection of light, you should use mirrors.
Ceiling
It is enough to level the ceiling in a kitchen in a Khrushchev-era building with plaster or thin plasterboard and paint it with moisture-resistant light paint (dark or rich paint will reduce the space). Options with tension film, suspended beams, PVC panels in such apartments will only reduce the height and turn an already small room into a closet.
Textile
Kitchen curtains, tablecloths, towels and napkins often require washing. Stains are removed most easily from synthetic fabrics, so for daily use it is better to choose high-quality polyester. It looks no worse than products made from cotton or linen; moreover, it dries quickly and looks beautiful even without ironing.
From an aesthetic point of view, in a small kitchen it is preferable to use simple blinds that match the color of the furniture or walls, short veils (tulle), light curtains, Roman, Japanese, bamboo or roller blinds. And massive draped curtains are best left for the bedroom and living room.
Furniture for a small kitchen in Khrushchev
The main furniture in a Khrushchev-era kitchen is a set, a dining table and chairs for it. The main requirements for these things are compactness, reliability and aesthetic appearance.
Kitchen set
The set is made of wood coated with waterproof varnish or particle boards with PVC film or veneer on the outside, with the addition of metal, plastic, and glass elements. Dark matte surfaces are more suitable for spacious rooms, but luminous glossy surfaces are an ideal solution for the interior of a small kitchen.
To optimize space, it is better to first buy built-in appliances, and then order furniture with connectors according to the standards of the stove, oven, refrigerator, and sink. The apron that covers the hood can be matched to the color of the appliance or the style of the set itself.
Dining area
Placing a full-fledged table in a 5-meter Khrushchev-era kitchen is an almost impossible task. In a studio apartment, it can be replaced with a bar counter, which will also serve as a partition. Folding furniture, wide window sills, table tops with adjustable height, and folding tables can also be a good solution.
Storage systems
Before you buy or order a kitchen set, you need to think about where dishes, small appliances and food will be stored. This will help to provide sections of suitable sizes and instruct the manufacturer to make the required number of drawers, shelves and niches. It is very important that the furniture does not absorb moisture and is easy to clean.
As for saving space, it can be achieved by increasing the height of the cabinets to ceiling level and making the most of the corner area. It is convenient to place rotating carousel shelves in them. Cookbooks, photographs and souvenirs would be nice to have on open shelves above the dining table. Such a composition will simultaneously serve as a decoration for a free wall.
Refrigerator in the kitchen in Khrushevka - where to place it?
The question of where to put a large refrigerator in a cramped kitchen and how to position it so that it is convenient to open the doors is a headache for most residents of Khrushchev-era apartments. The best way out of this situation would be a built-in model.
An interesting solution would be to place a low refrigerator (or even two) in a free niche under the window sill, after first removing the old cast-iron radiator from there. A low refrigerator can also fit under a sink or countertop.
Proper kitchen lighting
What you definitely shouldn’t do in a small kitchen is hang a large chandelier. 2-4 spotlights mounted in the ceiling will look much better. Additional LEDs can be installed above the dining area, worktop and stove.
If your soul still asks for hanging lampshades, then it is better to place them above the bar counter or the central part of the tabletop.
Kitchen design in Khrushchev - photo
Our photo gallery will help you find inspiration and fresh solutions for kitchen interior design in Khrushchev. These are ideas that have already been implemented in small spaces, which can be adopted and transformed from dull Soviet life into a bright modern fairy tale.
