Modern megacities are filled with high-rise buildingsbuildings with studio apartments. Such new buildings became fashionable several years ago, as they allow to provide housing for a larger number of people. A single space is manna from heaven for designers. Here the imagination is not limited by partitions, load-bearing walls and cramped rooms-cells.
In order to visually separate the kitchen fromYou can use different flooring in the living room. If the apartment is intended for one person or a young married couple, then it makes sense to simply divide it into zones. The best option is to combine the kitchen with the living room, since the bedroom is still preferred to be separated from other rooms by a wall. But this option is also possible in old apartment buildings. If the kitchen is separated from the living room by a non-load-bearing wall, then redevelopment and unification are quite possible (you just need to coordinate the actions with the architecture department to avoid any problems later).
Quality materials for work
You will need:
- podium;
- bar counter;
- laminate;
- tile;
- lamps;
- TV.
To make the kitchen and living room look like a single space, designers recommend using materials in the finishing that are similar in texture or color.
You can separate the kitchen from the living room with the help ofpartitions, which can be in the form of shelves or a bar counter. Visual demarcation can be done with a podium, a bar counter or floor coloring. How? Let's say the kitchen and living room were combined by demolishing a wall. The result is a single space that should combine the functions of both rooms. Only a stove in the living room will look ridiculous. That is why space zoning is used. The first option is a podium. That is, the kitchen is located at a slight elevation relative to the rest of the floor. It is easy to lay a heated floor under the podium (for greater comfort). One thing: the difference in height should not be too big, so as not to stumble every time you decide to drink tea. The second option is a counter. This can be a bar counter or just a decorative partition 1 m high, a small shelving unit. A large aquarium looks very original as such a partition (an option for fish lovers). The third method is flooring of different colors. You can lay out laminate or tiles of contrasting colors, or the kitchen and living room will be divided along a visual line laid out with tiles of a different color (edging). Any option can be supplemented with multi-level stretch ceilings, arches or ceiling projections. Lighting also serves as an addition: bright in the living room area and subdued in the kitchen (here you can highlight the bar counter or work surfaces with special lamps or lighting). With the help of such simple ideas, you will highlight the zones, but the space will remain unified and will allow you to visually increase the area of your apartment. Return to the table of contents</a>
Living room and kitchen: features of the pool
Installation diagram of a plasterboard partitionmetal profile. Combining the kitchen with the living room should be done according to a clear, pre-drawn plan. In addition to finishing, you should take care of the appropriate technical equipment. The kitchen must be equipped with a good hood that will not allow the smells of cooking food to penetrate the living room area. When planning to combine the kitchen with the living room with your own hands, be sure to evaluate your passion for cooking. If you like to stand at the stove for hours, then it is better to abandon the idea of combining, since no modern hood will protect furniture from odors, and it eats into the soft upholstery of armchairs and sofas quickly and for a long time. If you are not a natural cook, then you can continue. It is better to buy built-in equipment, since it looks much neater. It is recommended to make custom-made cabinets so that they can accommodate all the necessary dishes and other kitchen utensils. Only what will fit into the overall interior should remain in sight. As for the living room, you will also have to make some changes here. One of the main items is the TV. It is advisable to place it in such a way that the screen is clearly visible from both the living room and the kitchen area. This will be a unifying link - one activity for both family members relaxing and the hostess preparing dinner. If you want to create a light interior, use light-colored furniture, glass shelves and kitchen cabinet doors. This will not only give the entire room a sense of weightlessness, but also add light and space. Whatever solution you choose, well-chosen accessories, the right finish and furniture arrangement will help create a spacious room with various functions, convenient for all family members.
