If the kitchen has access to the balcony - this is an indisputable advantage. After all, it becomes possible to use additional space for household needs. And in order for the interior of the united space to be not only convenient, but also stylish, you need to follow simple tips.
The interior of the kitchen with a balcony is more dependent on how you decide to use the balcony space
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Perhaps, any interior solution has its strengths and weaknesses.
Before deciding to attach a balcony to the kitchen, you need to weigh all the pros and cons of such an idea
The union allows you to:
If we are talking about such a union in the apartment, then the main drawback is the need to legalize such a redevelopment, collecting a lot of important (and not so) official papers and paying a serious amount as a state duty. In addition, the amount of financial costs becomes an unpleasant surprise. After all, combining the kitchen with a balcony, you will have to insulate, glass and trim the balcony space.
Redevelopment will increase the useful area of the kitchen and allow interesting interior design
And yet, tired of tiny kitchens, most are ready to bear the burden of the above inconveniences in order to finally create the kitchen of your dreams (well, or something very similar to it).
It is worth noting that the balcony space is used in different ways. Or completely remove even a hint of the presence of a loggia in the past and simply increase the parameters of the kitchen. Either keep the division into the kitchen and balcony, but remove the door, leaving a free passage.
If it is technically impossible to completely dismantle the wall, only the glazing is removed, and the remaining ledge is framed as a small table or used as a bar counter
In the end, the balcony can simply remain a balcony, and they will use it in the warm season, taking out compact chairs and a table for family tea drinking. But, as a rule, having undertaken changes in the layout, this option is no longer suitable.
Convenient racks can be placed on the balcony and used to store various things.
Window decoration plays an important role in any interior, and when it comes to combined space, the curtains perform almost the main function.
After combining, the balcony becomes part of the kitchen and is designed as part of the overall interior
In a limited space, rolled or Roman curtains look appropriate. They do not "steal" the already modest centimeters of the room and successfully cope with their task - protection from prying eyes. It is better not to use saturated or too bright colors. Give preference to beige tones with a discreet pattern.
Compact models of roller blinds are mounted directly on plastic frames and leave the windowsill free
In order not to burden the already limited space of the balcony, it is better to give preference to light Roman models that transmit light well
If you prefer bright contrasting canvases, then they must be in harmony with furniture, wall decoration or decorative elements of the interior.
Bright curtains emphasize the individual design of the room, if you choose them correctly
Material for kitchen curtains must meet certain requirements: be moisture resistant, not absorb odors, easy to wash.
Modern interiors are beautifully decorated with plastic blinds. Gradually, their "wooden" relatives are gaining popularity. Bamboo roller blinds are also actively used. But it is worth noting that wood and bamboo organically fit far from every interior, so you need to purchase such curtains only making sure that this is exactly your option. But plastic is organic in almost any interior solution.
When choosing blinds, it is worth taking a closer look with plastic models - their canvases do not heat up from the sun, unlike aluminum structures
Rolled or Roman bamboo curtains are great for ethnic interiors
Wooden blinds go well with wicker furniture
Adherents of the classical style can not do without lambrequins. This is true in the case of the design of the kitchen with access to the balcony. Just for a limited space, a not too lush model is selected in the right color scheme. If desired, the pelmet is used even without tulle and drapes. The function of protection from light will be performed by blinds, and the lambrequin will decorate the interior in an original way.
An example of a classic-style window design - thick curtains with pickups, light translucent tulle, soft lambrequin from above
A more modern and airy version - light curtains, a small pelmet and translucent Roman curtains
If no radical changes in planning are planned, then the balcony should be very well insulated. Otherwise, drafts will constantly walk in the room, and being in the kitchen will be uncomfortable.
A standard balcony door requires enough space to open and close. If you replace it with a sliding door, you can save space.
Sliding door with panoramic glazing will make the interior of the kitchen brighter
To create a feeling of a large holistic space, it is not necessary to demolish the wall between the balcony and the kitchen. Just arrange both rooms in the same style.
It is interesting that the insulated and equipped balcony is capable of performing a variety of functions. For example, to become a cozy corner for relaxation. Place a suitable chair on the balcony, hang it on the wall and your relaxation room is ready! Shelves with books and even a small TV complement the overall impression.
A cozy sitting area on a glazed balcony with a soft bench, the space under which is used to store vegetables
Another option for operating a balcony is a workshop. It is worth noting that in this space not only men with many nails, nuts, hammers and screwdrivers will feel comfortable, but also women who like to engage in different types of needlework. And although the parameters of such a “workshop” are very small, the opportunity to be alone with your favorite business is very valuable.
Workshop on the balcony - a great solution for lovers of handicrafts
The method of practical use of the insulated balcony is a winter garden. You can grow not only exotic plants, but also enjoy your own harvest of tomatoes, cucumbers and herbs.
When organizing a conservatory on the balcony of a winter garden, the requirements of plants for humidity and light should
If you really want to expand the kitchen space at the expense of the balcony and make these two rooms as a whole, then use some simple tips:
A worktop in place of a windowsill - this solution allows you to do without demolition of the ledge of the wall, which in turn eliminates the problem of transferring the heating battery
When taking out the refrigerator, it is important to consider its considerable weight, which most likely will not allow placing the equipment on the balcony, but on the loggia it’s quite
Small dining area on a modern-style insulated balcony
When choosing furniture for a small kitchen with a balcony, it is worth considering a simple pattern: the smaller the room, the less bulky kitchen unit is purchased. For example, it is better to replace massive floor-to-ceiling cabinets with weightless external hanging cabinets. And placing them above the work surface, it will not only save space, but also facilitate the cooking process, since everything will be at hand.
When choosing hanging cabinets, take a look at models with lifting doors - they are very convenient to use
On the apron of the kitchen, it is worth placing rails that allow you to conveniently store essential items
And the main task of the dining area is to be comfortable and compact. Modern manufacturers offer a sufficient assortment of diverse models that can turn any small kitchen with or without a balcony into a comfortable and stylish room.
The dimensions of the dining table are selected based on the availability of free space and the number of eaters
A round or oval table takes up less space compared to rectangular models
A typical tiny kitchen is not a sentence. Rather, a great opportunity to create an exclusive design on a familiar square. Experiment with color, style, and layout of furniture. The bolder the experiments, the more interesting the result.
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