Kitchen corners in a modern kitchen interior

The kitchen is not only a place for cooking, but also a place for spiritual conversations and tea parties. They are also suitable as a place to relax and sleep. Therefore, it should be not only functional, but also comfortable. Due to these factors, the corner will be the main part of the kitchen. A kitchen corner for a kitchen is a simple and stylish way to change a boring atmosphere.

A kitchen corner turns ordinary space into a convenient area that combines many functions

The search should be approached responsibly so that the purchase does not disappoint, you need to consider the following details:

• Take measurements. In order not to make a mistake with the dimensions, in the first place it is better to measure everything, consider the place for aisles. Because the sofa should not block access to the refrigerator, cabinets or oven.
• You should not choose sophisticated designer sofas. If the site is small in size, then they will seem too massive.
• Room style and colors.
• Do not try to save. Do not take furniture of an unknown brand, it is better to contact trusted suppliers.
• The form. The angle can have the most diverse form: round, curved, semicircular, in the form of the letter L, and can combine several types of shapes at the same time. If the room is large, you can place the corners on the left and right sides of the table, it is not necessary that they be the same size and shape.

A kitchen dining corner that fits all the criteria will fit perfectly into the interior. Light colors are suitable for small rooms, because they visually increase its volume. For example: peach, creamy or pale yellow. Warm colors are more suitable for large rooms: green, brown or the color that will be combined.

To make the kitchen a convenient place for lunch and relaxation, you need to listen to the recommendations of experienced designers

Remember the three rules for quality furniture:

1. It is necessary to monitor the quality of the pillow filler, how well they hold their shape and how they recover after reducing the load.
2. The quality of the fasteners - the hinges must hold no less than 8 screws.

1. Upholstery quality. Folds, creases, crevices and creeping edges should be completely absent.

Types of kitchen corners

Each person selects furniture that meets his requirements, tastes and financial capabilities. For some, functionality is important, while for others, appearance is important. Given this, you can find a huge number of different types of kitchen corners.

L-shaped furniture is the most common option for organizing a dining area

Small kitchen corners

They are suitable for use in small kitchens, they can easily accommodate 3-4 people. Equipped with seats with drawers, which adds roominess.

A complete headset for a small family can be placed even on 1.5 square meters

With sleeping places

At first glance, the idea of ​​an extra bed for sleeping in the kitchen seems silly. But it should be noted that this is a practical choice if guests often stay overnight. This model has a higher price, so it is not suitable for everyone. They are also divided into 2 types:

1. Dolphin system. It is popular in small kitchens.From the side the most typical corner, but if you make an effort and decompose it, it turns into a real sofa.
   

   Dolphin kitchen sofa with hanging pillows

2. French clamshell. It costs much less, but is not convenient to use. The folded design does not take up much space. Three sections are under the frame, as soon as you need to expand it, you just need to pull on the belts. Most often they are made straight.
   

   French folding bed requires more space for folding a berth

For bay window

In a typical kitchen, it is not necessary to put a corner sofa, an ordinary table with chairs is also suitable. As a result, the room will not be so cozy, but the harmony will not be broken. If the house has a bay window, then you should use the entire area and enter a corner. In most cases, bay windows are made to order, because the universal sizes of this element do not exist. Using this type of dining room will turn out to be very elegant. This is not only a rational use of space, but also a convenient way out of the situation.

In a semicircular bay window, it is logical to place a round table and a sofa with seats located in an arc

If desired, a semicircle can be made in a rectangular bay window, ordering oval seats with a wide upper tier, which will serve as a window sill

With extendable table

Almost every modern corner comes complete with a sliding table. Few people need a large countertop every day. If necessary, the table area can be increased, most often, the folding mechanism operates on the principle of a book. If the table is not sliding, then it is worth looking for another model with any profitability.

The folding model when folded takes up very little space

Corner to the kitchen with storage drawers

Today, various angles have a large number of various additions, boxes are the most common of them. It is always required to store services, household chemicals and other necessary things somewhere. Drawers inside corners are the perfect solution.

A drawer under the seats of the kitchen corner is an excellent solution for increasing the number of storage systems in a small room

With a bar

Often, in the interior of kitchens it is simply impossible to find a place for a minibar, a kitchen corner will be an excellent solution, because there is always a place to store drinks there. It is located in the side of the sofa, and it looks like a small side shelf, open or closed, which is divided into lower and upper sections. It can also be located in the side section, but in a narrow compartment, which moves forward. Inside there is a wire structure that holds several bottles in a row. Such a bar is found in modern minimalist or high-tech style models. If the table is included in the package, then the bar may be inside it.

Red leather sofa with armrest bar

With shelf

A shelf in the kitchen is never superfluous, and near a soft corner, it not only looks beautiful, but also takes on additional meaning. Such shelves are divided into several types:

1. Located in the center of the sofa, namely in the narrow corner section.
2. Going along the perimeter of the upper part, located close to the wall.
3. The shelf is slightly higher than the level of the back.

The shelf will serve as an additional decoration, will allow you to place memorable accessories or figurines, put newspapers or magazines.

Soft corner with whatnot in the corner section

Additional Information! The kitchen corner with berths includes not only a berth, but also such additions as a shelf or a minibar.

The advantages of kitchen corners

Not everyone can boast a spacious kitchen, this is what allows you to put a full sofa, table and chairs. Given this, the owners have to choose one thing, in most cases they prefer not in favor of the corner. Which is very in vain, because it has its advantages.

• Acquiring a corner is more profitable than buying chairs.Not including plastic, which are popular with people who have picnics in nature.
• Unusual view. It looks stylish and much more interesting than ordinary chairs. There are a lot of upholstery options, this will allow the model to fit into the interior.
• Extra storage space.
• Convenience. Many will agree that sofas are much more comfortable and comfortable than chairs. This factor greatly affects the atmosphere of the room.
• Space saving.

Corners for kitchens significantly outperform chairs, because they provide high comfort. No stress at lunch or dinner. Inside the seats is an elastic polyurethane foam that helps achieve optimum stiffness. Practicality is also an important aspect, because high-quality upholstery, made of leatherette or teflon-impregnated textile, does not require frequent care.

If you want to hide engineering communications under the window, why not arrange comfortable soft seats on this place

The modern furniture market offers a wide selection of sofas, among which there are also multifunctional models. In addition to standard functions, they provide:

• the formation of a berth, therefore, a comfortable sleep;
• compact storage thanks to drawers.

Types of kitchen corners: size, material, upholstery and type of softness

Which corners are better, soft or hard? It is impossible to answer for sure, because it is all about the taste of a particular person and the design of the room.

1. Hard corners. Hard are distinguished by both reduced price and durability. They are not so difficult to care for, because they are resistant to pollution, but the minus is that they do not look very comfortable. For greater comfort, you can purchase additional pillows.
   

   A hard corner is well written in the kitchen in the style of Provence or country, and it is suitable for those who do not like to sit around the table

2. Soft corners. The sofa, upholstered in soft and pleasant material, will add comfort and convenience. When buying this model, you should pay attention to the upholstery, because it is an important aspect when choosing a purchase. The wear resistance of the sofa and its appearance depend on the material.
   

   It is very convenient when the sofa has a rigid base, and soft seats are easily removable. These pillows are easy to clean and can be replaced if necessary.

Body material

An important detail on which the final style depends is the material of the case.

• Wooden. Real wood is what brings warmth and comfort to your home. This material will be appropriate in the manufacture of parts for any style. From classic to Japanese minimalism. Optionally, you can create an interesting contrast between the skin and the body.
  

  Wooden furniture fits perfectly into the interior of the rustic kitchen

• Chrome plated. A large number of people prefer the modern style, in which the tree is replaced by metal, and large sizes - the most lightweight designs. When designing in a high-tech style, you should not even think about choosing a material, because it is obvious. If the choice falls on chrome parts, then you won’t have to think about the combination, because the interior will look finished and harmonious.
  

  When choosing a corner on a metal frame, you should pay attention to the quality of the product. Not always metal means reliability, sometimes used tubes are very thin and brittle

Remember! Modern style = chrome corners.

To size

Typically, a large sofa starts from 150 to 200 cm in length. Smaller, on average, about 110 - 140 centimeters.

This dining area will comfortably accommodate four people, or even six if you put a couple of chairs on the table

Attention! The length of the folding sofa should not be less than 180 cm, with growth less than 175.

The height of the seats should be 40-50 cm, the depth is about 50-70, otherwise it will not be comfortable sitting at the table, and your legs will rest on the table. The total height of the corner, including the back, goes somewhere around 80-95 cm.If the back is decorated with something, then the structure may exceed the mark of 100 centimeters.

The choice of the size of the corner depends on the area of ​​the kitchen, the place of installation and the number of family members

Additional Information! 110-160 are standard numbers for three people. On such a couch everyone will feel comfortable without touching each other while eating.

All these are approximate figures, it is not recommended to navigate by them.

Upholstery

When choosing upholstery, it is worth considering many factors, due to the upcoming operation. We must not forget about the style of the kitchen. Upholstery comes in different materials:

• Faux leather. This is an analogue of real leather, texture and appearance are very similar. High-quality eco-leather does not burst, does not stretch and retains a beautiful appearance for many years. Cleaning from dirt is easy and quick.
• Jacquard. It looks like an expensive tapestry, but it costs much cheaper. The material is very dense and elastic. Usually it uses large drawings. This type of upholstery is not recommended in the presence of pets. Removing contaminants is done with a napkin or detergents.
• Gunny. Suitable, like jacquard, if the house does not have pets. Reminds burlap. The material is dense, does not jam, and is also resistant to tearing. The fabric, like the jacquard, is well suited for upholstering sofas in the kitchen, provided there are no pets. In terms of weaving, it resembles burlap, but in texture it is slightly softer.
• Micro Velor It is an analogue of velor, superior in durability and ease of care. To the touch and in appearance resembles suede. The fabric does not fade and is cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.

When choosing textile upholstery, pay attention that the material is impregnated with water-repellent impregnation

When choosing artificial or genuine leather, remember that such an upholstery will warm in hot weather

Kitchen corner design

Many are faced with the problem of choosing a design for the kitchen corner. This process should be approached responsibly, because the appearance is very important. Everyone knows that interior design takes a lot of time and effort. Usually it all depends on the parameters of the site. The corner can stand out brightly from the rest of the furniture, or it can merge with the background and look just awful.

Soft pillows of the kitchen sofa - a great opportunity to connect different areas of the room into a harmonious interior

Today, the furniture market offers a large selection of corners, but most often they have folding seats, under which there are boxes for storing the necessary items.

The note! There are special sites where you can create your own design. If in doubt, you can visit such a site and arrange everything as you see fit.

After analyzing the functionality and amenities, it is worth looking at the photos of the kitchen corners. With a bay window, the task is simplified, you can put a corner there.

For a bay window of a standard apartment, you can easily choose a finished model

If the banality is boring, you can look at everything from the original point of view, instead of a table, order a couple of tables that fit the tone of the sofa. Not many people will like this option, but if there is no need for a dining room, then why not experiment.

A similar option is a corner sofa complete with poufs

If the daily movement of massive furniture creates discomfort, then you can buy a light table that will not be difficult to rearrange.

A small table will be enough for 2-3 people

The kitchen is very small, but really want to put a corner? French clamshells are a great way out of the situation. When folded, they look more like a chair, but if they are laid out, then this is a real bed.

Video: Kitchen corners in a modern interior

Photo of fashionable kitchen corners