Tips for arrangement
A kitchen of 11 sq. m., or rather interior design, has its own nuances:
- Determine the priority zone: for cooking or eating, based on this, calculate the size of each.
- Place a spacious table if 4+ people live at home or you regularly invite guests.
- Choose any colors for an 11-meter kitchen. It does not need to be enlarged.
- Separate the stove from the sink with a countertop, and place the refrigerator on the edge.
- Build cabinets up to the ceiling to unload the bottom.
Layout of 11 sq meters
A kitchen area of 11 sq. m. will even accommodate an island if you move the dining table into the living room. But the most common layouts are:
- Linear. The furniture is inexpensive and does not take up much space. Suitable for apartments where people like to eat more than cook.
- L-shaped. The corner arrangement is breaking popularity records in any kitchen. When building a working triangle on 11 sq. m., make sure that the distance between the points does not exceed 3 meters.
- Double-row. Parallel placement of modules requires a passage width of 100-120 cm. Place the sink, hob and work surface on one side, and the rest of the equipment on the other.
- U-shaped. An 11 sq. m. U-shaped kitchen allows you to use the corners and provides plenty of storage and cooking space. You can build a bench or a bar counter into it, creating a single work and dining area.
The photo shows a refrigerator by the window in a light interior.
The layout type depends on your preferences and the parameters of the kitchen:
- A long and narrow room of 11 sq. m. can be arranged in two ways: a two-row or U-shaped layout will emphasize the parameters, and an L-shaped or straight layout along the short wall will make the kitchen wider.
- You can do the same with a square one. The room will be stretched out with a layout in 1 or 2 rows, and kitchens in the shape of the letters U or L will skillfully play up its appeal.
- When drawing up a plan, also consider the presence of a window or balcony. A table with chairs or a kitchen work surface are placed under the window.
The photo shows an unusual kitchen interior with a yellow wall.
What color is better to decorate?
11m2 does not need visual expansion techniques, so the colors can be any.
Light white, gray, beige shades level out a lot of furniture.
A bright tone will make the interior unique – the furniture set, apron or wall decoration can be colored.
Even in such an area, it is worth using a dark color scheme wisely, so that the room does not look 2 times smaller.
Matte or semi-matte facades look more expensive than gloss.
The photo shows a black kitchen set in a private house.
Finishing options and repair
Repairing an 11-meter kitchen combines aesthetics and practicality. For finishing the walls, floor and ceiling, you need non-marking and easy-to-clean materials.
- Ceiling. Can be whitewashed or painted, stretch, panel. In terms of price-quality ratio, a stretch ceiling wins: it hides any irregularities and is easy to maintain. Painted or whitewashed requires careful surface preparation, and a ceiling made of PVC panels can turn yellow in places where it is heated.
- Walls. Buy materials that are resistant to cleaning, high temperatures, and humidity. Washable wallpaper or paint simplify the renovation process and suit any style. Imitation brickwork will fit perfectly into a loft. Tiled walls are suitable where people cook a lot and often.
- Apron. A simple and functional option is ceramic tiles. It is easy to clean, withstands high temperatures and high humidity.
The photo shows a stylish dining table made of wood and glass.
- Floor. TOP-3 floor coverings for a 11 sq. m. kitchen: tiles, laminate and linoleum. The warmest and safest, as well as the easiest to install, is the last option. Laminate should be waterproof, non-slip, with a protective layer, otherwise it will swell from moisture. The most durable floor is tiled, the covering should also not slip, and lay a heated floor system underneath it.
How to furnish a kitchen?
You have already decided on the arrangement of kitchen furniture, it’s time to think over the final design of the 11 sq. m. kitchen.
Ideas for a kitchen with a refrigerator
The location of the refrigerator directly depends on the layout of the furniture and the initial parameters of the room.
In a linear or corner layout, it is placed near the window. In any version of the kitchen of 11 sq. m, it can be built into a tall unit or placed next to it – this way the room will not seem cluttered.
Kitchen design of 11 sq. m with a sofa
If the kitchen set in the kitchen of 11 sq. m is made in 2 rows or in the shape of the letter U, choose a built-in sofa. In a linear and L-shaped layout, it is moved to the opposite side.
The photo shows a kitchen with a voluminous sofa against the wall.
When there is a lot of space left in the room, a corner sofa is installed. To save space – a straight one. If additional storage is needed, replace it with a bench with drawers underneath.
The photo shows a kitchen of 11 sq. m in white and gray tones.
Examples with a bar counter
A bar counter is used in two cases: 1-2 people live in the apartment or a separate snack area is needed in addition to the dining room.
A counter placed at the level of the countertop is used as an additional work area. A kitchen peninsula with a height difference provides additional storage and cooking space, as well as convenience for snacking.
Arrangement of the dining area
An area of 11 square meters requires zoning: different parts for cooking and eating.
All family members should fit at the dining table. Square or rectangular is suitable for a sofa, round for chairs.
Organizing storage systems
If each thing has its place, the apartment will be clean and tidy. Here are some tips for optimizing storage:
- Replace lower cabinets with drawers — they are more spacious and convenient.
- Think about the position of the appliances in advance, built-in ones are preferable.
- Order sliding or lifting mechanisms instead of hinged ones for the upper facades, it will be safer.
- Purchase fittings for corner modules to use them to the maximum.
- Organize additional systems — a mezzanine, shelves.
Lighting features
Spot lighting not only delimits, but also creates the right mood.
Bright light for cooking can be in the form of LED strip, pendants or sconces.
Dim lighting of the dining area is achieved with the help of one or more chandeliers; sconces can be installed in the corner.
The photo shows an original chandelier in the interior of a kitchen of 11 sq. m.
What does the interior of a kitchen look like in popular styles?
Kitchens with an area of 11 sq. m will look great both in neoclassicism and modernism, and in Provence or country.
The photo shows a dark kitchen interior in the loft style with a brick wall.
Modern minimalism with neutral decor will provide order in the room. Its features are the absence of unnecessary details, natural materials, laconic technology.
An interior in which you want to consider a lot of details – country, Provence or Scandi. Designers recommend creating coziness with the help of small things like hanging pans and colorful textiles, as well as a classic combination of wooden and white surfaces.
Design of a kitchen-living room of 11 square meters
Unlike a living room or a sleeping area, it is not customary to decorate the kitchen: but it is the decor will add a twist to any renovation.
The photo shows a kitchen-living room option of 11 sq.
- Purchase a decorative hood that matches the style so you don’t have to hide it.
- Hang light curtains, they’ll expand the space.
- Put chair covers on or throw cozy pillows on the sofa for contrast.
- Arrange beautiful dishes, green herbs, and cookbooks in the cooking area.
- Hang suitable paintings or photos at eye level on a free wall.
Tip: Follow the rule of moderation: bright decorations in a light kitchen, moderate decor in a colorful kitchen.
Modern design ideas
Kitchen redevelopment with access to the balcony consists of combining these rooms. The easiest and cheapest option is to insulate and remove the internal double-glazed window with the door.
The photo shows an option for connecting a room with a balcony.
If the area of the balcony allows, you can place a dining table on it. Or make a bar counter on the former windowsill. Another idea is a relaxation area with comfortable seats and a TV.
