Why is a kitchen nook better for the kitchen?
A number of reasons for choosing:
- The furniture saves free space and fits organically into any part of the room, which makes it easy to place all the necessary items in the kitchen.
- The design is more spacious than a regular dining table with chairs. Several people can sit on the sofa at once.
- Models with drawers and other places for storing necessary things are functional, thus it is possible to use the kitchen space as efficiently as possible.
- Due to the variety of options for kitchen corners, differing in appearance, size, upholstery or decorative elements, you can choose a suitable design for the kitchen interior.
What types of corners are there?
The main types of kitchen corners, which differ in the type of seat.
Hard
The backs and seats of hard models are made of the same material as the frame. The design is similar to an ordinary bench, made in the same style as the chairs and table. The product can be supplemented with pillows or mattresses with upholstery sewn by hand.
The main advantage of the kitchen corner is its practicality. Due to the lack of upholstery, the product will get dirty and accumulate dust less. To maintain cleanliness, simply wipe the furniture set with a damp cloth.
The photo shows a kitchen corner with a hard bench in the kitchen interior.
Soft kitchen corner
Designs with soft seats are chosen to make the kitchen environment comfortable. Such corners are not only comfortable, but also have an attractive appearance that perfectly complements any design.
The soft filler is most often a material in the form of polyurethane foam or foam rubber.
The photo shows the design of a soft kitchen furniture set with leather upholstery.
Combined
Consists of both hard and soft elements. The combined kitchen corner is an extraordinary model, the hard parts of which can be used as additional shelves or stands for various things and decor.
Basically, these products are assembled to order, taking into account all the layout features and wishes of the owners of the apartment or house.
The photo shows a kitchen with a combined corner wooden structure with leather upholstery.
Options for completing
The models have certain component properties.
Standard complete set
The set of each kitchen corner consists of a table, chairs or stools and a soft sofa. Poufs or decorative pillows can be used as an addition. The products can be whole or separate.
Kitchen corner with a sleeping place
Quite an interesting model, which, thanks to the folding mechanism, becomes a comfortable sleeping place. Such corners have the strongest possible frame that can withstand human weight. Most often, reliable metal is used in the manufacture of the base.
Corner with an extendable table
A furniture set with a folding or extendable table is quite a popular solution. Thanks to such a product, it is possible to organize both a standard dining area and a place for receiving guests in large numbers.
A compact design with a round folding table will fit perfectly into the interior of a small kitchen. The rounded tabletop on one leg can be folded almost in half. Therefore, when assembled, it will take up a minimum of kitchen space.
The photo shows a wooden corner model with a folding table.
Corner with storage drawers
Roomy and deep pull-out storage systems are built in under any soft or hard seats of the kitchen corner. The drawers can easily accommodate all the necessary household utensils.
The photo shows a kitchen corner for the kitchen, equipped with pull-out drawers.
Kitchen corner with a bar
An impressive and practical design with a mini-bar located at hand is an original design idea for the kitchen interior. The bar can be built into the armrest or corner section.
In addition, this kitchen corner is a great option for a small kitchen, where the bar will not take up extra useful space.
Corner with an open shelf
A sofa with an open corner shelf provides comfortable storage of frequently used things and free access to the necessary items. The additional shelf is perfect for storing accessories and other small items.
What to consider when choosing?
The nuances of choosing, taking into account the materials, size and design of the structure.
What upholstery is best for a kitchen corner?
In general, preference is given to synthetic, non-fading and low-pollution materials in the form of jacquard, chenille or velor when upholstering kitchen corners. Models with leather upholstery have high wear-resistant qualities. Flock is considered no less practical, but it can quickly lose its original appearance.
The photo shows a model with a corner sofa with beige leather upholstery.
Which case material is more practical?
The material in the form of improved chipboard with a dense structure has increased resistance to temperature changes and humidity. Such kitchen corners are fully consistent with kitchen conditions.
Due to excellent performance characteristics, MDF structures are durable and retain their original appearance for a long time. Flexibility and resistance to deformation allow the material to be used for the production of furniture with a curvilinear configuration.
The furniture set can also be made of solid wood or have a forged steel base, which is decorated with large soft pillows.
Features of choosing the size and shape of the corner
Before you buy kitchen corner, you should take the correct measurements of the intended area for placement, and also decide on the optimal seat length. Then calculate the length of each side of the structure and measure its height. These parameters are especially important when installing a furniture set near a window.
Sofas can be corner and be either a solid or modular model. The second option is the most convenient, since the product can be turned in the right direction if necessary.
Linear designs are considered compact and convenient, saving space and are suitable for arranging miniature rooms.
In addition to standard furniture sets, there are U-shaped corners. They will be an excellent solution for planning a kitchen with a niche. Such products are equipped with identical or different length seats with or without armrests.
The photo shows a kitchen design with a soft semicircular dining area.
How to choose a corner for a small kitchen?
A compact streamlined model without armrests is suitable for a small kitchen. Such a kitchen corner is easy to use and does not interfere with movement in the room.
When choosing, it is better to pay attention to a design with a folding table, the dimensions of which can be adjusted taking into account the number of people. A small linear or three-seater corner sofa with a round table will fit perfectly into the room.
The photo shows a furniture set with a table, stools and a sofa, located in the corner of the kitchen interior.
In case of a shortage of free space, chairs are replaced with stools. If a small family lives in an apartment or house, you can completely abandon stools.
Design ideas
To decorate a kitchen corner, select beautiful pillows or decorate the sofa with charming blankets. This design is relevant for the ethnic direction, rustic country style or Provence. Various small items and cute accessories are placed on the flat back, which acts as a shelf.
In a modern kitchen interior, there are laconic designs with unusual suede or stylish leather upholstery. A model with a metallic sheen fabric upholstery will add the necessary gloss to the surrounding environment. Products with both strict straight and expressive curved shapes are suitable for design.
The photo shows a modern kitchen interior with a corner soft dining area upholstered in leather.
It is important to consider the harmonious combination of the kitchen corner with the wall decoration, fittings and the overall color scheme of the room. A win-win solution is products in calm and warm colors. A light palette helps to improve the mood and visually expand the space.
For the interior of a room that lacks bright colors, you can choose a sofa with contrasting multi-colored chairs or stools.
The photo shows a kitchen corner decorated with pillows and carriage coupler.
The kitchen, like any other room in an apartment or house, requires a cozy atmosphere. An original, and most importantly practical kitchen corner copes with this task perfectly and creates maximum comfort and convenience in the room.
