Today we will consider these and other important topics in the accompaniment of a voluminous photo collection.

Advantages and disadvantages

Let's start with the amenities that the kitchen combined with the living room will bring, and this:

• ease of movement due to the absence of doors and walls;
• “Everything is at hand, and children are in sight” is an important moment for parents;
• cooking and chatting with family or friends at the same time - now you are unlikely to lose your mind when you return from the kitchen;
• the possibility of organizing parties or receiving more guests;
• twice as much daylight;
• the appearance of a place for placing the dining area;
• using one TV or landline phone instead of looking for places to locate them in each of the rooms.

By the way, good advice voiced in his video by A. Zemskov, we recommend to watch.

Interestingly, the kitchen and living room are united not only by residents of small-sized apartments, although for them this issue is most relevant. As you can see in the photo, a kitchen combined with a living room is not only an opportunity to win a place.

Cons of our large room lose to pluses in terms of quantity:

• the spread of kitchen odors and noises;
• to demolish the wall, move the sink or make other changes to the technical passport of the apartment, you will need permission from the BTI;
• the use of materials that are resistant to high humidity that can withstand repeated cleaning;
• maintaining cleanliness in both areas - now you can not postpone washing dishes for later.

You know, someone will even consider the last point a plus and a great motivation for regular cleaning.

We'll show you how to overcome these simple obstacles later. In the meantime, let's move on.

Zoning

The interior of the living room, combined with the kitchen, is usually divided into functional zones - kitchen, living room and dining room. Thanks to zoning, you will separate the kingdom of the hostess from the kingdom of guests and relatives, hide the cooking process from prying eyes and be able to retire in the kitchen out of habit.

In small rooms, the dining area can be combined with the living room, minimized by replacing it with a bar counter or completely excluded as unnecessary. Here you can continue the family tradition by organizing a large dining table, or decide to change for the sake of space.

For the visual separation of the kitchen, combined with the living room, use:

1. A relatively large piece of furniture - a table, a bar, a sofa, armchairs, a wardrobe, an aquarium or a "living" wall made of floor plants.

2. False walls, partitions, racks of regular and irregular shapes and arches. On one side of the false wall, you can place a mini-table, while the other will become a place for a picture or plasma. And if you cut a hole in it, a small table for two will perfectly fit in there - this is how you organize a compact dining area.

The separation of the kitchen and living room with an arch is acceptable only for classic trends. Modern styles fit functional partition with shelves for kitchen utensils on one side and a biofireplace on the other. What do you think of perforated partitions?

3. Design flooring- The floor in the kitchen should be practical and the floor in the living room should be conducive to relaxation. At the same time, the kitchen is often lifted to the podium, which makes it easier to connect communications, but it may not be very convenient charging.

4. Ceiling decoration - suspended, tension structures with different levels will help create a festive or romantic atmosphere in the living room, and the kitchen will provide the necessary uniform lighting and work environment... The design features of the room - for example, the load-bearing beam - will act as ready-made zoning elements.

5. Sliding or folding doors, which at any time will divide the premises into two parts. Believe me, it is imperceptible when the doors are transparent - for example, glass.

6. Curtains - light tulle, flowing muslin or a thick curtain will separate the kitchen from the living room without burdening the interior.

7. Texture and color of materials used to decorate walls, ceiling, backsplash, floor, and other horizontal and vertical surfaces.

Peninsula kitchen layout is another zoning option: a kitchen set or a bar counter will perfectly cope with this task. The interiors of the kitchen from the living room, competently divided into functional zones, are presented below.

What is better to use for zoning - the size of the room and the interior furnishings will tell you.

Choosing a style for a kitchen combined with a living room

Style direction is an important factor that influences the choice of materials, design of furniture, walls, floor, ceiling, quantity decorative elements and the cost of repairs. When looking for a style of kitchen design combined with a living room, you can focus on:

• the dominant direction in the apartment;
• design features of the floor, walls, window and door openings;
• estimated costs.

The kitchen combined with the living room may not completely correspond to the main style direction of the apartment, but it definitely should not contradict it. Here it is better to combine types of classical trends with each other or give preference to modern ones.

The original finish of the floor, walls and windows is also a good tip, which, however, does not cancel the previous one. But this approach will reduce the cost of repair work.

For example, wooden beams will fit perfectly into modern loft and whole line rustic styles. High ceilings are a great excuse to surround yourself with luxurious Renaissance, Baroque or classic furnishings.

Kitchen-living room in modern styles

Household appliances, transformable furniture, strange, saturated colors and contrasts, asymmetry, high-tech devices and a minimum of decor. If you find your preferences and weaknesses in this list, this is a hint of modern decor.

Let's find out what will surprise us with the modern design of the living room combined with the kitchen, considering the popular style directions.

Loft

This native of the United States quickly assimilated into our climate. A loft-style kitchen-living room is an excellent choice for creative individuals who do not seek to surround themselves with pretentiousness and luxury.

Distinctive features:

• brick or concrete walls, untreated plaster;
• beams, caissons on the ceiling in white, gray or brown;
• high ceilings and huge windows;
• slightly rude, but functional furniture;
• pendant lights and swivel spots;
• no extra walls or partitions.

Tip: since a brick kitchen apron is not the most good idea, decorate it with brick-like tiles or imitation waterproof wallpaper.

Scandinavian style

Love white or wood upholstery, natural materials and simplicity of forms? Pay attention to the Scandinavian décor. And if you manage to ensure environmental friendliness and maximum natural lighting, the purity of the style will be guaranteed.

Does not deny the presence ceiling beams and brick walls characteristic of the previous direction. Only the brick is white here. Distinctive feature style - a pendant lamp with an unusual lampshade in the dining area, much more soft and warm wood, complete freedom of action in terms of eco-decor.

A twig lampshade, tree shelves, a hanger branch - all this will only bring you closer to the Scandinavian setting.

Neoclassic

Have you already seen that most of today's music carries classical motives? Something similar is happening with the design of apartments, where classic elements take on a stylish and modern look.

Restraint, neatness, symmetry, mirrors, stucco molding, monograms, a little antiquity combined with modern materials and forms - this is what characterizes neoclassicism. This is a wonderful and most suitable choice for those who value elegance and tradition.

Minimalism

Minimalism is modern elegance, functionality, monochrome, maximum open space and minimum decor.

Straight furniture fronts are characteristic, strict geometric shapes and smooth, non-textured surfaces. If your life credo is "nothing superfluous", perhaps this style was invented especially for you!

High tech

Are you breathing unevenly towards new technologies and high-tech systems? Then high-tech design is more suitable for you.

It is inherent in:

• strict lines;
• straight, simple, but at the same time very functional constructions;
• monotony with small saturated accents;
• minimum of natural materials;
• chrome elements;
• high ergonomics;
• no textiles;
• smooth surfaces of furniture, walls, floor and ceiling.

Well, if modern trends are not to your liking, let's get back to basics.

Kitchen-living room in classic (traditional) styles

Classics mean a whole family of trends, essentially differing in the level of pretentiousness and avant-garde, color palette and correct forms. We will go through the most notable of them.

Provence style kitchen-living room

Named after the southern French region, this romantic and very gentle destination will fill your home with coziness and warmth. - this is an abundance of daylight, decor, textiles, ornaments, flower drawings and soft, pastel colors.

To fully match the style, furniture should be made of light colored wood, while natural, artificially aged materials can be safely combined with imitations. The monochromatic design of the walls will be diluted with curtains with a checkered or floral print.

And short curtains in the color of the tablecloth or kitchen apron will replace the doors of the kitchen set.

Lovely vases and figurines, decorated with ribbons, bottles and pots, forged elements, bows, lace - if you think that there is never too much beauty, you will find yourself in this style.

Classic style

• are obliged to correspond in everything to a high status;
• want to emphasize your noble origin;
• you simply do not accept changes and are not ready to part with old interior items;
• consider the decor to be an integral part of the cosiness

- think about the design in a classic style.

He accepts expensive, noble materials in the decoration of the floor, ceiling, walls and furniture, the symbiosis of laconicism and decorativeness, elegance and strict symmetry of forms.

A classic kitchen combined with a living room is and will be timeless, which will be confirmed by these photos.

Country

Having considered Provence - a kind of French country - it would be unfair not to pay attention to other national rustic styles, united by the simplicity and comfort of design. The meaning of style is the ability to get away from the bustle of the city, just returning home.

It remains only to choose a country close to the soul - your own or distant, but beloved. It turns out that there are many types of country - Russian, Italian, Indian, Egyptian, American, Japanese, and they differ in objects, materials and colors.

But here's what they have in common:

• eco-materials;
• antique, vintage gizmos;
• knitted, patchwork, hand-made textiles;
• authentic decor items;
• often - a round wooden table with a "great-grandmother's" tablecloth.

Art Deco

A brilliant brainchild of neoclassicism and modernity, Art Deco is an exquisite combination of steel, glass, genuine leather, mirrors and silk. All this may well be in your kitchen combined with the living room.

The originality of the style is manifested in strong lighting, play of light and shadows, multi-stage, contrasting stripes or cages. But the stylistic decoration of the room will be considered complete and fully consistent with the style, provided that the interior will contain objects of art and luxury elements.

Modern

Especially for sophisticated natures, connoisseurs of exclusive products and accessories, we will consider a fabulous version of the Art Nouveau style (Tiffany).

Imagine as if in classic kitchen, combined with the living room. Now you asymmetrically stretch doors and furniture, giving them curved shapes, add stained glass instead of glass, optical illusions on the walls and ceiling, make the combination of white and blue colors dominant. You are almost there!

American Art Nouveau - and Tiffany bears such a name - is characterized by simplicity, elegance, practicality, presence the latest technologies and objects of applied art.

Color solutions

When choosing a color for a kitchen combined with a living room, it is worth taking into account:

• design style;
• rules for combining colors in the interior;
• personal preferences;
• psychology of color.

Someone will classify the last point as esoteric, but this is not so.
If you have already decided on the style of the interior, let him show you the necessary combinations. For the classics, these are pastel, delicate shades, diluted with dark brown or black in the minority.

Provence loves soft blue, pink, light green combined with wood. Scandinavian style Is a mix of white, gray and woody. Country styles are inherent in national colors. Art Deco is decorated in black and white, sometimes in beige-brown or silver-black.

There are rules for the selection of colors, related not to the style, but to the proportions and the number of colors, and here they are:

1.60х30х10 is a color harmony. 60% of the space belongs to the main color (wall decoration, upholstered furniture), 30 - to the additional color (furniture facades), and 10% should be devoted to accents.

2. A color-balanced interior is represented by one or two primary colors and the same number of additional colors or accents.

Whether or not to follow the rules is up to you. Anyway, their violation is only welcome. latest trends fashion.

Let's start with the main thing, and this is the color of the walls. A kitchen-living room in white is a versatile and convenient solution in its own way. So you will further increase the area of ​​the room, and later you can easily paint it in any other color.

There is only one drawback - in the kitchen area, whiteness will quickly lose its freshness, so be prepared for regular wiping.

More suitable from this point of view would be a design in beige or in gray... These wall colors are the perfect backdrop for all other colors and most styles.

In monochrome interiors, the accent will be an unusual color of wallpaper, decorated with photo printing or a three-dimensional image. Bright, cheerful and at the same time waterproof design of a kitchen apron is the best gift for every housewife.

Do not forget that dark colors- space eaters, they must be used in the minority. An accent wall will become a fashionable decoration of the guest area, the role of which will be played by the dividing partition.

Ceiling decoration is most often a color continuation of the walls, but there are more modern options- combined or two-level ceilings with PVC or satin fabrics. A glossy or textured finish will harmoniously complement the kitchen set and upholstered furniture in the living room.

Making a floor in white is a very bold, but not entirely rational solution for the kitchen, and even more so for the living room. A more cunning move would be white "marbled" - with streaks or blotches, beige, brown, gray or black. Striped, checkered and patchwork options are also very relevant, but not for very colorful interiors.

The color of the furniture in the kitchen should overlap with the furnishings in the living room. You can bring it there, for example, using elements of an accent wall, textiles or cushions. The color present on several vertical surfaces does not hurt to transfer to one of the contour lines, combining these planes into one whole.

A little about the psychology of color: bright, flashy colors tone up, increase appetite and can make it difficult to fall asleep, and children are most sensitive to this. If you have them, just in case, check out the characteristics of the selected color.

Do you still remember that a kitchen combined with a living room has some disadvantages? In this section, we'll show you what you can do to eliminate them and share other helpful tips.

1. The more detailed the project of the kitchen combined with the living room is thought out, the better the result will be. Among important points, which may seem strange - the height and weight of family members, who you are - right-handed or left-handed, the maximum expected number of guests or relatives.

2. So that kitchen aromas do not whet your appetite ahead of time, take care of a powerful hood (dome) or ventilation system. The inclined mini-model is suitable only for those who cook very little.

3. If the living room also plays the role of a bedroom, it is important to ensure the quietness of kitchen appliances. Fortunately, modern household appliances can boast of their invisibility in this regard. Another option is sliding doors or soundproofing partitions. If you are sensitive to sunlight, it is best to opt for blackout curtains.

4. Modern household appliances do not fit your chosen style? Hide it behind the furniture fronts and the issue is resolved.

5. Lighting in the kitchen-living room should meet three criteria - be uniform throughout the space, especially bright - in the kitchen and dining area and atmospheric - in the living room. For the latter it will be very useful stretch ceiling with LED backlight.

6. All materials used to decorate the kitchen-living room must be moisture resistant - so they will delight you longer.

The perfect kitchen-living room design is a magical mixture:

• personal ideas about beauty and comfort;
• the preferences of family and friends;
• modern and durable materials;
• comfortable and favorite things;
• latest fashion trends.

What, in what quantities, when and where to add - no one knows better than you. There is only one thing left - to wish you to open your secret, unknown recipe!

The desire to combine two rooms into one is the opportunity to expand the space, and in some cases the thirst for interior renovation, which, as a rule, is a good start for remodeling.

It would seem that the kitchen and the hall are absolutely incompatible rooms in terms of functionality and design, but practice shows that this does not interfere with combining them.

After connecting the kitchen to the living room, even a typical space is renewed into something unusual and luxurious. The secret is simple: correct planning and step-by-step implementation of the intended design. Let's consider all the subtleties of this issue in order.

Advantages and disadvantages of combining

The purpose of the association is to increase the recreation area. If you demolish a wall that divides one area into two, it will add a few extra meters due to the demolition of the wall itself. Thanks to the arrangement of furniture, the area of ​​the used kitchen meters also increases. So, the main advantages of combining a kitchen with a hall:

1. visual expansion of space. For example, the kitchen combined with the hall looks much more spacious and comfortable than a small living room and the same kitchen;
2. the ability to arrange the kitchen unit in a modern design. Modern technologies require a large area of ​​use. Therefore, you cannot do without combining rooms;
3. the ability to make a bedroom from the kitchen. If friends are visiting, such a room can be easily transformed into a sleeping space. Design solutions let you do it.

The disadvantages of combining kitchens include:

• lack of rest. Combining the kitchen and the recreation room into one space, you need to remember: there is no longer a separate room for guests. Therefore, think carefully about this step, especially if there are many family members and few rooms;
• elevated level noise. The kitchen area refers to a space in which permanent silence is impossible. Reading to the sounds dishwasher, or the included juicer is quite problematic;
• odors when cooking food. From the kitchen area, they will spread around the entire perimeter. However, the problem can be solved: the kitchen can be moved to one side of the space by also installing a powerful ventilation system;
• and the last drawback belongs to the category of poor-quality planning. With the wrong calculation and execution of the design, the full functionality of each of the rooms is almost impossible. In this case, these two rooms will not overlap.

Layout

The combined kitchen with the living room is a whole list of certificates and papers. Demolition and redevelopment cannot be completed without initial miscalculations. The room connection options are pretty simple. The conditional border between the kitchen area and the hall is modeled with a semi-arch or left open. The walls are not only some kind of room dividers, but also load-bearing parts. This fact should be taken into account.

Before demolishing the walls, you must submit an application to the appropriate authorities - such as the BTI. When contacting, they will give a full report: is it possible to demolish a wall in space, how to transfer or deform a wall into an arch, and what should not be done in any case.

Such certificates are needed: without them, you are breaking the law. Reckless repair work can lead to the collapse of the entire panel house. For example, living in Khrushchev, some instances for obtaining information cannot be avoided. So please be patient.

One more important nuance: Planning repairs must be carried out by qualified personnel. Independence in the demolition of a wall is fraught with deformation of the whole house. If the redevelopment of an apartment into a studio, the project should be approved with a number of specialists.

Room zoning

For a convenient location of two rooms in one space, there is a zoning method. A spacious open-plan space is not suitable for maximum functionality. In one room, connecting to a hall requires careful placement of accents. Some division into zones makes it easier to rest, and allows you to quickly switch to household chores. There can be several ways of dividing, but all of them are aimed at harmonious unification of not only the interior itself, but also the functions of the room.

You can divide the zones as follows:

• bar counter. This zone is designed to bring flavor to the room. If you allocate space for a bar counter, then it is better to give preference to free systems so that there is no consonance with a public institution. In private houses, zoning according to this criterion is very common;
• furniture filling. Using this option, you can successfully delimit the space of the kitchen and the hall thanks to a table or sofa. Furniture placed back to the kitchen area will be a conditional delimitation, but will retain its own functions. A table installed at a junction or near a wall will visually divide the space into two zones;
• changing the ceiling or floor. A variant of the conditional division is to design different levels of the floor or ceiling. For example, in the form of a small rise or a safe ledge, which will create a smooth transition from one part of the room to another;
• finishing with special materials. Thanks to wallpaper of different styles, you can create a contrasting division into zones. Decorate the kitchen in a material that is easy to care for, and choose a more complex and unique product for the hall - you don't have to wash it. This applies to both ceiling and floor;
• constructive forms and volumes. Zones can be modeled very in an unusual way- use modern designs. For example, embed columns, arches or niches. They do not impede free movement, but only play the role of a certain border zone.

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Decoration of a curly opening

There are several options for interior dividing decor. They are designed in the form:

Arches are the most popular design option for a curly ledge between two zones. This form is convenient and introduces unusual decor into the design. With the help of an arch, the space visually expands. The construction of this division is allowed if the apartment has a small area, and the style is thought out closer to modern or high-tech;

1. wall. Conventionally, these are the islets of the wall that remain after the demolition. If you want to leave a hint of a tangible separation of spaces, then you should consider this decor option. It introduces an element of some incompleteness, but looks aesthetically pleasing. An alternative to a wall is partitions. They can be distinguished in the space by built-in lamps-lamps, which looks spectacular at dusk and when relaxing in the living room;
2. separation with a suspended plasterboard ceiling. By creating several hinged levels of the canvas, you can hint at different zones in the room. So, a corner of the kitchen can be limited to tiers of ceiling stretches. Thanks to the material - drywall - it is possible to play with the shape of the canopy and its adjustment to the design.

Creation of a delimiting island

The islet is separate ledge in the form of an oval. It can be designated using a bar counter or an elongated dining table... In this case, furniture is made to order.

Two-level floor - an unusual solution

Floor at different levels is the most interesting finishing option. The main condition is a sufficient ceiling height. The basis can be a semicircular podium with a protrusion of several centimeters, hiding all the wires of the kitchen, or vice versa - a well-developed design of the floor recessed into the interior. The second option greatly simplifies cleaning the kitchen.

Bar counter

Another popular option for delimiting space is a bar counter. At this option the kitchen flows smoothly into the hall, while bending around the ledge of the counter.

When asking how to separate one zone from another with a bar counter, you should pay attention to several factors:

• common space area;
• room style;
• the presence of decorative elements;
• and bar counter design.

Having thought over each of the elements, you can easily determine the location and use design techniques for rebuilding.

Arrangement of interesting partitions

Projects that are lightweight include partitions. Transparent or with a matte finish - they bring a touch of freshness to any room. Beautiful partitions between the two parts of the room are divided into the type of sliding and folding assembly options.

Sliding partitions can, at the request of the household, disperse to the sides or close the intended passage between the kitchen and the hall. They consist of several blocks connected to each other. Mounts directly to the wall or is supported on the floor for quick assembly and transfer.

Folding types of partitions tend to transform and shrink. Through a peculiar design, they change their shape and can easily open up a common space. Suitable for decoration in modern and classic style.

Exclusivity in the general style of the room is brought glass partitions which are backlit. Reflecting from the glass cover, the light plays with tints throughout the room. This is the kind of aesthetics that many love.

Screen - an unexpected way out

The role of the screen can be played either by a sliding version of curtains or by hand-assembled fastening systems. Such structures are created from plants, aquariums and volumetric installations (imagination is limited only by the size of the space).

Screens can be an addition to the wall that separates the zones. In this case, the wall is decorated with natural materials, and a glass terrarium is inserted into it. Plants and other natural ingredients are placed inside it.

The originality of the screens is as follows: they fill the room with color and ennoble the room with fauna. Having a piece of nature in a common room is not only pleasant in itself, but also beautiful.

What materials to choose

In order to rebuild the kitchen with the hall and make a modern renovation, you need a set construction tools and consumables. It is better to decide on the style of decoration right away: to place accents, choose colors, and also choose furniture and the type of decor.

If a decision is made to highlight the kitchen as functional area, then the minimalist style will rightfully be the best design. This style will eliminate unnecessary layers of space and leave only the necessary fittings.

It is important to remember: the main component of the kitchen area is the presence of a silent and powerful ventilation system.

Kitchen appliances and mechanisms should also be as quiet as possible. In one space, both the kitchen and the recreation area are connected, and this creates conditions for a special, quiet atmosphere.

Another little trick: it is better to choose only built-in appliances, since doors and furniture walls will absorb some of the noise from operating mechanisms.

When decorating the space, remember that the kitchen and the hall should overlap and form a unity of style in the color scheme.

Contrasts don't have to be aggressive. The best thing that can be chosen with such a color scheme is calm shades for the future room. Bright contrasts will irritate the eye receptors and tire you morally.

Lighting is an important interior detail

All areas of the space must be illuminated with additional light. The kitchen area and sub-areas also need to be lit up. You can use both luminaires with all kinds of mounting methods, and LED-type tape.

The correct combination of the play of light and shades of the room itself plays a major role in interior design. A holistic perception of style is impossible without the harmony of these two components.

By using the correct color, you can divide or connect zones, affect the perception of size. If, for example, the updated space is not too spacious, then it is best to use cool white shades: they visually stretch the boundaries.

The end result is a combination of two rooms, which is why it is preferable to use tones of the same range, and preferably adjacent shades. For example: white and grayish-blue colors reproduce the illusion of cleanliness and pleasant freshness, which is so necessary for a space with a kitchen area. Taking into account the chosen style, you can select various decor... For example, use imitation rocks, or ivy.

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We plan the right lighting

If all parts of the common room work in automatic mode, then using the switch you can darken part of the space. To fully enjoy your own relaxation area, you must:

1. ceiling-type chandelier in the hall;
2. chandelier in the kitchen;
3. backlights in the activity area;
4. lamps or sconces for the rest perimeter.

In this case, all household members can recreate the atmosphere in the space for themselves personally.

Today it has become very fashionable to combine the kitchen with the living room. But how to do it correctly so that you end up with a cozy atmosphere, we will analyze in our article.

Advantages and disadvantages

Undoubtedly, this layout has more advantages than disadvantages.

That is why, first, we will determine the advantages of combining the kitchen with the living room:

• The space increases significantly. With this layout, you can easily seat a large group of guests at one dining table.
• The hostess is given a unique opportunity simultaneously cook food in the kitchens and at the same time continue to communicate with your guests.
• Ability to select three zones, each of which will clearly perform its functions, but at the same time there will be contact between all people: the kitchen is the place where food is prepared, the dining room is where everyone gathers at the table and the living room is where the recreation and leisure area is located.
• Saving on the number of TVs. If the kitchen and living room were separated by an ordinary wall, then there is a need to install a TV set in each room. When these rooms are combined, it will be enough to install one large TV in the living room.

Of course, with all the obvious advantages of such a layout, one cannot fail to note the significant disadvantages:

• Smells from during the cooking process will diverge to all space.
• Also good even minor noises from operating equipment will be heard... This can cause discomfort for guests.

Separating the kitchen from the living room

Most often, such a layout is resorted to for two reasons:

1. If the apartment is still from Soviet times, then very often the kitchen there is no more than five to six square meters. To expand the space and make it more convenient, the apartment owners combine a tiny kitchen with an adjoining room. The result is a stylish kitchen-living room.

2. Studio apartments are increasingly appearing in new buildings. Quite a budget option for those who want to buy and live in their own square meters.

Then the kitchen and the room itself are separated from each other, or sliding doors, or a bar counter. Or, the zoning of the room occurs with the help of different ceiling heights, different floor coverings or the presence of a podium.

We will analyze the most popular methods for zoning the kitchen and living room.

Bar counter

Probably the most successful and therefore such a popular way of dividing two adjacent rooms is to have a bar in the place where a wall could be.

This division does not "weigh down" the space. This method is also relevant in a situation where the apartment owner wants to combine the kitchen and living room, but it is impossible to completely remove the wall for various reasons.

All you need to do is just leave the bottom of the wall and convert it into a bar counter. This technique, in addition to its originality, is also quite functional.

So, for example, a bar counter can be equipped for an additional work area. Or use it as a dining table or a quick bite to eat.

The bar counter can be made of various materials... As a rule, the countertop is made from the same material as working surface kitchen: a natural stone, Chipboard, marble or stone.

The base of the bar can also be varied: brick, stone, metal pipes, wood. If the kitchen itself is small, then under the bar you can make a niche for storing dishes or other kitchen utensils.

Partition

Another popular way to separate the kitchen from the living room is a partition. Conventionally, it can perform the following functions: planning or decorative.

In the first case, the partition serves as a method for successful zoning of the room. In the second case, the partition carries more aesthetic aspects, most often as a decor.

Partitions can be furniture, shelves, a sofa, sliding partitions, screens, glass blocks. At the same time, shelving can also serve as a storage function, and not only be a way of separating the kitchen and living room.

Screens are distinguished by their lightness of construction and the ability to move it back if necessary. Glass block structures are striking in their beauty, especially when daylight.

They can also serve as additional sound insulation. But due to their massiveness, they may be inappropriate in a small one-room apartment with a small kitchen.

Multilevel ceilings

An original solution might be to use tiered ceiling... At the same time, it is very important to decide on the shape and design before installing it.

You can play with contrasts and make, for example, a simple ceiling in the kitchen in soothing colors, while in the living room - colored. Or, on the contrary, install a suspended bright ceiling in the kitchen.

This will create a small island that will stand out in an original way. Also, two-level stretch ceilings are used either from plasterboard.

Floor covering as a way of zoning

If you don't want to mess with the ceiling, then use a different floor covering. It is best to lay tiles in the kitchen. It is very convenient in the sense that it is easy to clean. At the same time, the modern design allows you to beautifully beat the floor.

It is better to lay laminate, carpet or parquet in the living room. The floor in this part of the room does not require frequent wet cleaning, therefore, these floor materials will serve you for a long time. Here, a lot depends on the financial capabilities of the owner of the apartment.

You can also use the same flooring in the kitchen and living room, but in different colors.

You should not get too carried away with contrasts. It is best to give preference to similar colors and motives. You can also highlight the kitchen area with a podium.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper as a zoning subject is also very popular. In addition, it is easier to change them to something newer and more modern. Indeed, in the case of a floor or ceiling, the replacement can take a long time, plus all this will require significant financial costs.

Since in a modern kitchen wallpaper can be found only near the entrance, window, or along the opposite wall, where the dining table is located, in the case of combining with the living room, the cost of purchasing them decreases even more.

After all, there is no wall that would separate the room from the kitchen. Therefore, for the kitchen, you can choose more calm wallpaper colors than the dining room. You should choose wallpaper of the same color, but only in different shades.

When combining a living room with a kitchen with wallpaper, you can highlight a dining area or a seating area by the TV.

Color zoning

Color zoning is a great idea. The room is immediately visually divided into a place for preparing food and a place for dining and resting. With this method, you can play with contrasts. For example, a red kitchen, a white living room. Or combine two similar shades in color.

Sofa

A good solution would be to separate the kitchen with a sofa. It is located with its back to the kitchen. In this way, a line is visually drawn between two rooms. If you have a bar counter, then place the sofa immediately behind it.

Kitchen living room in a private house

Living in your own home, of course, has its own advantages and characteristics. One of important aspects it is possible, even when building a house, to create a plan in which the kitchen and living room will immediately represent one large space. At the same time, if square meters allow, you can also allocate space for a dining room.

The house uses all the same methods of separating the kitchen from the living room as in the apartment. As for the color, it is worth starting from what the house is made of. If it is a brick, then the color scheme is varied. A house like this requires finishes that can be used with different materials.

But for a wooden house it is best to choose warm colors in provence or country style. A cozy home environment is provided for you.

Design options for a small living room kitchen

If you have a small space allocated for a kitchen-living room, then there are not so many layout options. At the same time, it is very important to preserve the functionality and comfort of the room.

An excellent option for zoning would be a small dining table in the place where the kitchen area conventionally ends.

You can put an arch on the border of the kitchen with the living room. This element will not weigh down the room, thereby preserving the very concept of increasing space by combining the kitchen with the living room.

As you can see, there are many ways to combine a kitchen with a living room. At the same time, a certain goal is achieved - to increase the entire space and make it cozy and comfortable both for cooking and for receiving guests or relaxing. To fully complement the picture, look at photos of real interiors where kitchens are already decorated, living rooms in all their glory.

The typical apartment has a small kitchen suitable for a couple of people. Placing a large family or guests here for a celebration is quite problematic. Many people use the combination of a kitchen with an adjoining room, most often a living room. The wall between them is removed, creating a common space that provides more opportunities for rational use.

There are many options for decorating the interior of the living room kitchen in a modern style, design photo:

Advantages

The creation of a studio kitchen is primarily used in small apartments. The layout looks quite stylish and modern. Choose the option "kitchen plus living room" for the reasons:

• Increased space. It becomes possible to use the space that the wall occupied. The room becomes more free.
• Daylight.
• Arrangement of the dining area. Dimensions (edit) standard kitchen do not allow you to place a large dining table. Covering it in the living room takes a long time to go to and from the kitchen. It is easier to arrange a celebration in a common space, since everything you need is nearby.
• The opportunity to spend more time together. A woman is more often engaged in cooking and spends a lot of time separately from the family. The kitchen studio allows you to freely communicate with loved ones, without being distracted from the necessary affairs.

Such an idea is also relevant for a family with small children, when the mother needs to have time to prepare food and at the same time keep an eye on the baby who is playing in another room.

Peculiarities

Redeveloping an interior takes longer than a regular renovation. Often there are problems with neighbors due to noise. It is important to coordinate the association of rooms with the controls, since. load-bearing wall you cannot clean up. This can lead to a violation overall design at home. Difficulties in obtaining a permit arise if gas is supplied to the apartment. Its presence requires a partition between the kitchen and the living room.

Important! Redevelopment in the apartment must be approved by the company serving the house.

Please note that sounds and smells during cooking can interfere with the rest of the family. Better to choose silent models and built-in appliances so that it draws less attention to itself.

It is necessary to provide powerful hoods so that fat and steam do not spoil the surfaces of the common room. To make the interior look stylish, in the kitchen area you need to observe perfect order and equip more space for storing kitchen utensils so as not to clutter the tables.

Zoning

The design of the living room kitchen design depends on the design idea and assumes different styles... It is important to respect the integrity of the space. To prevent the room from turning into one large kitchen, it is necessary to use zoning. First of all, the island grouping of furniture helps to do this: a couch and a TV for relaxation, a large dining table and chairs, household appliances, cabinets and a table in the kitchen area. There are other ways of dividing space.

Arch

For decoration, you can use the rest of the wall, highlighting the opening with finishing materials that are repeated in the interior. You can also make a complex arch from drywall or replace it with a beam structure.

It should be remembered that the arch steals a lot of space, therefore, in small apartments with low ceiling it is better to abandon it or make a thin overlap with glass inserts. In spacious rooms, volumetric arches in combination with peculiar columns are appropriate.

You can build it yourself or use part of the remaining wall. The element serves as a decorative function, making the room very stylish and fashionable. At the same time, the bar counter saves space by replacing a large table. It denotes the boundaries of the living room and kitchen, at the same time uniting them with each other. The material of manufacture depends on the general decoration and style of the room.

The bar counter is convenient to use for cooking and eating, for working with a laptop if necessary. If you choose a model with built-in drawers and shelves, there will be additional space for storing dishes or food. You can also place a mini-bar inside. High chairs are a must.

Partition

The wall can be partially removed: leave half for the convenience of arranging the kitchen. If necessary, it will be replaced by a partition that occupies less space than a wall and enlarges the work space. There are several options:

• Plasterboard wall.
• Sliding systems. They can be folded like an accordion. For better light penetration, models made of translucent plastic, frosted glass are suitable. The design allows you to slide them to combine the space.
• Curtains. Can be used blackout curtains, which will be more practical for separating the room if necessary. But light fabrics are also suitable as a zoning technique. Curtains on eyelets look spectacular and modern. In addition, they are quite functional and easy to use. Their features allow the use of fairly heavy materials.

The aquarium of a narrow and oblong shape or a partition with live plants looks original.

Two-level finishing

In a room with high ceilings, a raised floor will help to separate the kitchen area. It helps to hide the pipes running through the kitchen. Effective enough reception, but increasing the floor height more space living room leads to the fact that the kitchen is lost against the general background. One gets the impression that she fell through the floor.

Advice! It is more practical to use different materials for finishing the floor: laminate, parquet board in the living room and ceramic tiles for the kitchen area. The tile is less capricious in operation and maintenance and will last longer.

The ceiling of different levels is suitable for highlighting both one zone and both. It should be borne in mind that the design above the recreation area when placing the furniture on an island will make it difficult to rearrange it in the future. If the protruding ceiling does not match the decor, the harmony of the design will be disrupted. This zoning looks better in the interior of spacious country houses... It is possible to combine a two-level floor and ceiling.

Use of color

It is necessary to avoid monotony in a modern interior and choose several shades that are combined with each other. Possible color solutions when dividing the living room kitchen into zones:

• Using different shades of the same color. In the kitchen, it is advisable to use a more saturated one, since it takes up less space and acts as a bright accent, while not visually annoying. For a relaxation area, a calm, pastel tone that promotes relaxation is suitable.
• You can choose different light shades for the zones, but use the same bright accents.
• The walls should be made in one light color, and the main elements of decor and pieces of furniture should be chosen in rich colors. Moreover, all three colors should be harmoniously combined. For example, a beige background: brown prevails in one area, and dark gray in another.

The possibilities of color should be exploited without overwhelming the space. V otherwise the studio will appear smaller.

Lighting

Modern systems make it possible to effectively use additional light sources. It is necessary to combine bright and softer, smooth transitions. Spotlights can be positioned above the bar or accentuate the arch. Built-in systems on the ceiling, arranged in a circle or rectangle, allow you to visually divide the space. The soft illumination of kitchen work surfaces looks beautiful and is very convenient for cooking.

LED lighting helps to visually delimit zones around the perimeter, replacing an arch or partition. You can create contrast by placing pendant lights in the kitchen, and table lamps or floor lamps in the lounge, combined with spotlights. If a place for work is supposed, it is better to place it near the window, supplementing it with a lamp for the evening. It is important that the light sources for each zone are independent. Zoning options can be traced in the photo of the kitchen design plus the living room.

Contemporary styles

The main difference between modern styles: practicality, free space and a minimum of decorative elements. It is necessary to carefully consider all the details of the interior, choose one direction and comply with its basic requirements. This will create harmonious design living room kitchens.

Advice! Care should be taken when combining different styles, as the wrong combination can make the space tasteless. It is better to follow the general style.

You need to pay attention to household appliances - they must fully correspond to the chosen direction and be made in the same style. With an abundance of disparate items, it is difficult to create general interior in the same style. Exists big choice kitchens with built-in appliances, which are made to order and allow you to choose the desired option both in size and color.

High tech

The style assumes a large space, a minimum of decorative elements. It is better to choose monochromatic materials for finishing. There are many glass, metal and glossy surfaces. White, black, all shades of gray and soft brown prevail. A combination of a kitchen unit and an upholstered corner of the same color will be successful.

Clear straight lines prevail in furniture and decoration. Very few fittings. A long-pile carpet will help soften the atmosphere, single bright accents in the form of pendant lamps in the kitchen, combined with sofa cushions... It is better to use blinds on the windows. Divide the space with a lattice or partition made of frosted glass.

Minimalism

To create a style, you need to provide good lighting and free up space as much as possible. More suitable: gray, black, white, all shades of brown. You can use a woody texture. It is important to avoid "flashy" decor elements.

The living room must contain a sofa. The number of shelves is limited to free up the walls. All appliances in the kitchen area should be built-in, hidden in cupboards. Small items must be removed, leaving the surfaces free.

Modern classic

It is necessary to select the same coating for the walls and ceilings of the entire space. The colors should be light: warm beige, sand, olive, white. The interior is dominated by straight and smooth lines. Curtains, furniture upholstery are made of natural, soft materials... It can be expensive textiles or imitation.

A rather restrained interior can be revived with the help of exquisite decorative elements, antiques, collectible books. The main thing is that they are combined with the general style. Zoning is best done with lighting, a multi-level ceiling and the correct arrangement of furniture. Symmetry is important for direction.

Scandinavian style

Is different big amount light elements, natural materials: stone, wood, ceramics. The general background is often white that contrasts with dark black or brown and texture natural wood... Paintings, several large family photographs, houseplants, and a carpet in the form of a skin are used as decor. A great addition will be a fireplace and imitation of wooden beams on the ceiling.

Kitchen furniture with metal fittings is acceptable, but all details must be combined with household appliances and a sink. Most often it is a dark gray shade that can be repeated in living room furniture or window decoration. The color of natural wood is present on tabletops, open shelves, TV stands.

Kitsch

When decorating the interior, a lot of gilding is used, bright "flashy" colors: red, yellow, purple, blue. They can be randomly distributed over surfaces. Kitsch allows you to choose furniture of an unusual shape. In order not to overload the space, you can use a light background or make one of the living room walls in a bright color.

For a kitsch-style studio kitchen, it is acceptable to use orange... It is believed to increase appetite. You can combine it with light green, choosing not only bright textiles, but also furniture. A bold kitchen-living room, decorated in red. It should be remembered that in such a room it will be difficult to rest and relax after strenuous work, because the color aggressively affects the psyche.

Country

A very cozy home style, it implies naturalness and simplicity, combined with the functionality of the interior. Metal, plastic and synthetics should be abandoned. Natural natural colors, natural materials are used. For the background, brown shades, milky, beige are preferred. Dull floral wallpaper fits well into the interior. The accents are elements of burgundy, black, dark green or yellow.

Furniture can be used with an aging effect. Wicker items and natural wood elements will complement the interior: picture frames, clocks, dishes. except color solutions, kitchen and living room can be combined with painted porcelain crockery arranged on the shelves.

Redevelopment allows you to get a large space and increases the possibilities of style filling. From modern trends it is easy to find an interesting and practical option... You can be convinced of this by looking at a selection of photos of interiors and designs of the living room kitchen in a modern style.

The combination of kitchen and living room has become popular not so long ago. More and more studio apartments began to appear on the new housing market, and a wave of redevelopment took place in the old fund. Combining the living room and kitchen is an excellent solution for small apartments and spacious private houses. We have collected the best photos and recommendations on how to combine these rooms in one room in a variety of styles.

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Kitchen combined with a living room: pros and cons

The arrangement of the living space of an apartment consisting of separate rooms is fundamentally different from a studio apartment, where there is no blank wall between the kitchen and the living room. The solution to the psychological issue comes to the fore. The combined kitchen-living room is not suitable for everyone, and it may happen that one of the residents will feel comfortable living in an atmosphere of openness, while the other will lack privacy.

Often the living room in the kitchen is represented by a soft sofa and a TV - this is a common option for small apartments.

It's another matter if the room has a large area. Between them there is an opportunity to organize a full-fledged dining area. Cooking in such a kitchen can take place every day and is suitable for a large family.

Methods for zoning the living room kitchen

In order for the room to be not only stylish, but also functional, it is necessary to perform zoning of the common space. There are many design techniques when the kitchen-living room becomes as comfortable and convenient as possible.

An unambiguous division of the kitchen room into a work area and a resting place can be performed even in a typical city apartment. Joining the loggia to the kitchen will help in this. In the first case, you can leave the window block, which will serve as a visual border between the two zones. It is usually decorated with a table top or a through rack. Upholstered furniture is installed on the territory of the balcony.

In the second case, the window unit is dismantled and a single space is obtained. After such a redevelopment, a very bright kitchen-living room is obtained. The accent on the recreation area can be made by lifting it to a low podium. And in fact, and in another case, the development of a design project is required. Unfortunately, it will not be possible to officially agree on such a project.

Sofa zoning

The simplest and effective method living room-kitchen zoning - furniture. To divide the interior into two zones, it is enough to turn the sofa back to the working space. The dining group is placed behind the back of the sofa, thereby leaving enough free space around the kitchen unit.

Small living area in the kitchen

An excellent solution for small apartment there will be a union of the living room and dining area... This will create a cozy corner on a modest territory. Modern design living room kitchens are often represented by such a solution, when part of the furniture near the dining table is replaced cozy sofa... In this case, it is necessary to find a place for the TV in the room.

Partition zoning

The illusion of a single space will be preserved by a transparent partition between the kitchen and the room, through shelving or plasterboard construction with niches on both sides. Partitions are mobile and stationary. The first ones allow you to quickly change the appearance of the room - for example, to hide the kitchen from prying eyes - it is very convenient in case of the arrival of guests.

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The kitchen island is a functional element. Can be equipped with a sink, stove or worktop. Zoning the kitchen and living room with it looks organic and natural. From the side of the living room, a sofa can adjoin it, enhancing the separation effect.

With bar counter

The living room kitchen with a bar counter looks stylish. The bar counter is a convenient piece of furniture that can replace an ordinary dining table if there is no need for it or the kitchen area cannot boast of a large area.

This zoning method can be implemented when redeveloping and dismantling the wall between the room and the kitchen. It is enough just to leave a section of the existing structure in any convenient place - in the center of the room or near an adjacent wall. Unlike the newly erected plasterboard partitions the wall boasts a greater load-bearing capacity - you can fix a large TV or shelf on it.

Choosing an interior style

A room decorated in one of the popular interior styles will look holistic and organic. This will determine the look of finishes, décor and furniture. Not every style is suitable for an open-plan apartment.

Contemporary style

Modern style is minimalistic. There are no unnecessary details in it - only necessary furniture with simple shapes, no decor. The priority is functionality and ergonomics. The color scheme is achromatic, the presence of one or two accent elements is possible.

Loft style

Brickwork, wall and ceiling communications, beams, industrial fans, metal and rough wood are all loft style. There are unusual things here: modern household appliances and shabby furniture, homemade pallet cabinets, concrete lamps and metal decor... This style is perceived as light and free for all its brutality.

Scandinavian style

This style is characterized by an abundance of natural light, light wall decoration, natural shades of natural wood. It is often used in a small area kitchen-living room. The interior in this style will be light, cool and unobtrusive. In the living room area, calm wooden textures, ethnic-style decor and textiles will add warmth and comfort. A false fireplace decorated with a bundle of firewood or candles will allow you to emphasize the Scandinavian motif.

Provence style

Delicate French country style will be appropriate in the interior of a private house. Its features:

• Pastel colors;
• Printed with stripes, checks or small flower wallpaper;
• Textiles from natural fabrics;
• Checkered, striped or floral upholstery;
• Kitchen set on graceful legs;
• Abundance of decor.

Only natural materials are used in the decoration - wood and forged elements.

Classic style

For a spacious and bright living room-kitchen with a high ceiling and large windows, a classic design style is suitable. The style is based on expensive finishing (valuable wood species, rare facing stone, plaster moldings, ceramics, leather). The color scheme is calm, noble - creamy white, brown.

Ready-made design projects

18 sq. m. Project photo

A modern, spacious and functional living room-kitchen of 18 sq. meters it turned out to be created due to the competent use of each free centimeter:

• The minimalism style made it possible to visually expand the space - a minimum of decor and a maximum of natural textures.
• The walls and floor are covered with natural wood covering in a natural warm shade.
• The interior looks like one, thanks to three shades - black, white and accent turquoise.
• Uniform lighting is provided by a single-level stretch ceiling with built-in spotlights, and diffused warm light is provided by a cornice lighting.
• The natural color scheme is supported by the facades of the kitchen set. Hidden fittings make the design restrained and laconic - just what you need to implement a minimalist style.
• The emphasis in the kitchen area is placed on the dining group with round table and designer chairs.

The living area is equipped with a standard set of furniture and household appliances: straight sofa, coffee table, cabinet and TV. Soft turquoise armchairs by the window and sofa cushions create an accent.

Rectangular 20 sq. m. Project photo

Neutral colors, warm gray and beige shades, flat surfaces and austere forms emphasize the modern style of the kitchen-living room of 20 sq. meters:

• The kitchen set with laconic facades is made in the same color as the sofa in the living room.
• The bar counter separates the kitchen work area and is used as a dining surface.
• A spacious corner sofa and a curbstone behind it mark the boundaries of the living room area. It is done in warm colors. Natural wood accent wall and coffee table create a cozy atmosphere, conducive to relaxation.

Elements of accent lighting - a floor lamp in the living room and a cube-shaped lamp on the ceiling above the bar counter once again emphasize two separate zones in one space.

The spacious living room is bathed in natural light. Panoramic glazing and natural finishing materials emphasize the eco-style of the interior. A wooden decorative panel on the wall with a vertical embossed pattern helps to visually raise the ceiling in the dining area by the window.

The interior uses three colors to tie the interior together:

• Wooden dark brown furniture: a coffee table in the living room, chairs and table legs in the dining room.
• White glossy dining table top, color common wall and a console table under the TV.
• Warm shade of flooring and wood paneling on the walls.

Corner sofa upholstered in calm beige denotes the border of two zones. To enhance the effect of separation, designers use a separate carpet in each area.

In a one-room apartment

A studio apartment, where the kitchen is combined with the living room, becomes more functional and comfortable. A modern interior is easy to create by turning to the minimalist style.

• A built-in kitchen set with glossy facades without decor and accessories in the color of the walls, dissolves and becomes invisible in the interior.
• An island bar is used to separate the two zones. Black contrasts denote the boundaries of the kitchen work area.
• A straight sofa is also involved in zoning. The warm shade of the monochromatic upholstery is combined with the color of the floor material, so the interior is perceived as a whole.
• Mirrors on the wall opposite to the window visually make the living room area more spacious and brighter. A designer flowerpot with live plants brings brightness to the interior.

In Khrushchev

Milky, natural wood and white shades in the interior of a rectangular living room make it airy and light:

• Bright turquoise accents were evident in the textiles, wall decoration in the seating area and in the apron above the kitchen work area.
• Soft lines are guessed in the furniture - volumetric elements of the sofa, round table top and backs of transparent chairs create an elegant aristocratic atmosphere.
• In the center of the interior there is a living room area with a leather sofa, a snow-white carved showcase and a curbstone.
• The dining group is made of light and even transparent materials, so it does not clutter up the space.
• The modern glossy kitchen set, contrary to expectations, is equipped with classic fittings that only emphasize the chosen interior style.

Luscious turquoise curtains and flying curtains, a coffee table with graceful legs, carved decor and a central light source with gilding emphasize the classic direction of interior design.

In a new building

Emphasized understated, simple and spacious living room interior is based on clear lines and shapes. The main feature of the interior is a biofireplace in the soft area by the window. The color scheme is neutral - it consists of gray, white and natural beige.

Perfectly flat glossy fronts with hidden fittings make the kitchen work area invisible. The compact dining group in the form of a table and plastic chairs is marked with stylish pendant lights.