Photo: dizainkyhni.com Khrushchev buildings still make up an impressive part of the housing stock throughout the country. Of course, they have a lot of problems, but modern materials, design solutions and furniture sets are able to cope with such a difficult task. Even a modest bedroom of 6-10 square meters can be turned into a cozy and comfortable nest!
Types and features of bedrooms
To renovate a bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building, it is necessary to take into account all the details: the size of the room, layout features, shape of the room, etc.
Decor
More mirrors, several narrow but long paintings on one wall, hung at a certain distance, will erase the boundaries, the bedroom will seem much larger. If you already have a closet with a beautiful front or an accent on the wall, then it is better to exclude small decor so as not to clutter the bedroom. Let it be 2-3 photo frames or one painting.
Paintings on the walls are replaced with vases, figurines or a potted plant
Look at the pictures for interesting finds and ideas on how to decorate the interior of a bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building; the photo gallery for the article was selected taking into account all the features of the room.
Bedroom layout in Khrushchev
Typically, the area of rooms in Khrushchev's houses does not exceed 10 square meters. These can be narrow, elongated rooms, where the furniture is lined up along the wall, or small rectangular ones. It’s rare to find a room of standard sizes 3 by 4 in a panel house.
If you take into account the elongated area, then you will have to tinker with its arrangement. A narrow bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building requires the presence of furniture and space for passage. As a result, it turns out that the free usable area of the wall opposite remains empty. Therefore, it is important to plan your decor in advance. It should not only be beautiful, but also useful, i.e. perform certain functions. For example, a large mirror on the wall will visually increase the space, and a beautiful frame will contribute to comfort and coziness.
For information! For a small bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building, the area of which is no more than 7-8 square meters, the ergonomic arrangement of furniture and decorative items is important.
Often, to increase the area of the bedroom, redevelopment is carried out and additional square meters are allocated from neighboring rooms. If the room is elongated, then it will not be possible to divide it lengthwise. And when divided crosswise, one half will remain without daylight (without a window). Then the question of additional lighting will arise.
Means of visually increasing space
There are certain techniques that allow you to visually expand a room. By implementing them, you can make the room more spacious. It is recommended to use the following tools.
This design leaves maximum free space and looks very laconic.
- Installation of a large bed. Even if division into zones is planned, the purpose of the bedroom will remain the same. Therefore, the bed should be comfortable. To save and free up space, it is recommended to place the bed next to one of the walls, pushing it tightly.
- Minimum items. It’s difficult to live without cabinets and shelves. However, hidden patterns should be mixed. A built-in wardrobe is a good choice, allowing you to save square meters.
- Monochromatic walls. Mainly light colors, giving the room coolness. Don't overdo it with white. Otherwise the walls will look like they are in a hospital.
- Use of mirrors. In addition to standard placement on the walls, it can be installed on the ceiling. The surface will successfully reflect the sun's rays. The location will depend on where the windows are located.
- Lighting. It is necessary to organize a sufficient amount of natural and artificial light. Proper placement of lamps will make the bedroom more spacious.
- Retractable doors. They will allow you not to take up extra space when opening;
- Avoid carpets. They visually steal the area of the room. Therefore, it is better to choose a warm floor.
Compact furniture and no frills are the main features of a minimalist interior.
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Bedroom size
If in a room of 12 square meters it is possible to place all the necessary pieces of furniture: a bed, table, bedside tables, wardrobe, etc., then in a room of 7-8 square meters this will no longer be possible. You will have to sacrifice something to install only the most necessary furniture.
Often the area in Khrushchev-era buildings reaches only 6 square meters. m. It will be enough for one person if you place a one-and-a-half bed and a wardrobe. There will be room even for a bedside table or small table. When several people live in an apartment, and the bedroom is designed for a married couple, then a double bed is installed. Given the small dimensions of the space, there will be room for only one piece of furniture. This can be either a closet or a chest of drawers.
Bedroom location
A modern bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building does not require zoning due to limited square footage, and therefore it is easier to equip it, unless, of course, we are talking about a one-room apartment.
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The one-room apartment will require redevelopment. The ideal solution would be a studio that will allow you to get rid of unnecessary walls and doors. The idea can be implemented only with the permission of the relevant government authorities.
The studio option is not always suitable if several people live in the apartment. Other disadvantages of such a layout should also be taken into account. You will have to think about purchasing silent appliances, as well as good air conditioning and ventilation, so that odors from the kitchen do not irritate.
If nothing works out with the studio, then no one will interfere with the organization of the bedroom-living room. The delimitation of space can be achieved by:
- plasterboard partitions, or partitions made of other materials: metal, plastic, wood, etc.;
- shelving;
- cabinet;
- curtains or screens;
- highlighting with color or various finishing materials;
- construction of the podium.
Bedroom decoration in Khrushchev
Before decorating, you need to choose a style, because not all fashion trends are suitable for the design of a small bedroom or narrow room.
Basic style decisions
Designing for a small space requires maximum functionality. Therefore, it is recommended to consider styles based on practicality.
Small footage is not such a big problem for a bedroom.
Possible options are shown in the table.
| Style | Description |
| Minimalism | Maximum simplicity. Rectangular-shaped parts are used, mainly from natural materials. The palette is soft or a combination of black and white. Minimum items, more space. |
| High tech | Rigor and clarity. The shades are bright, but not overwhelming. |
| Loft | Involves a combination of rough surfaces and rich details. |
| Fusion | This is a mixture of several modern interiors. |
The listed interiors involve the use of a minimum of furniture, more light, mirror surfaces, which allows you to add space and air. Choose a predominantly light palette. It visually makes the room larger.
Use dark colors for accents.
For a narrow room, different wallpapers are suitable. Choose cool shades for long walls; opposite surfaces are covered with warm colors.
Properly selected wallpaper is another way to visually expand a room.
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Ceiling finishing
The upper plane of the room can be made glossy, thereby visually enlarging the space, or you can opt for ceiling tiles or stretch coverings with spotlights.
It is advisable to use pastel colors for the top of the room. White always looks perfect and goes with all colors, patterns, textures, etc.
Considering the low height in Khrushchev apartments, it is preferable to focus on:
- painting;
- decorative plaster;
- ceiling tiles;
- wallpapering.
Floor covering
The choice of floor finishing depends on the financial capabilities of the owner and his preferences.
Important! The bedroom is a place for rest and relaxation, so the durability of the coating does not play a special role. It is worth paying attention to environmentally friendly natural materials to create all the conditions for quality sleep.
The most popular are:
- linoleum;
- carpet covering;
- parquet;
- laminate;
- ceramic tiles;
- porcelain stoneware
The first two options are not durable materials, but they are the most budget-friendly. The last option is expensive, but will last a long time. The choice is up to the owner.
Choosing finishing material
In order for the design of the bedroom to be stylish and comfortable, it is not enough just to choose the right furniture; you should take care of the correct finishing of the walls and floor.
Walls
When choosing material for walls, it is recommended to proceed from the size of the bedroom. For a large (12 sq.m.) room, almost any wallpaper is suitable: either plain or with a pattern, the main thing is that the pattern does not visually reduce the size of the room. In other words, it is better to refuse:
- vertical stripes;
- large pattern;
- too variegated colors.
Perhaps the best solution would be to paint the walls. Firstly, it is simple to implement, secondly, it is easier to choose furniture and decorative elements for plain walls, thirdly, this is an ideal option for a room with a niche or ledge - painting it is much easier than pasting it over.
When choosing wallpaper, pay attention to options with small patterns.
Rooms with modest parameters “tolerate” combined decoration perfectly. So, for example, one wall is painted, and wallpaper with a pattern is glued to the second.
This move visually expands the space and serves as decoration.
It's no secret that in small rooms it is extremely difficult to arrange decorative elements; there is a catastrophic lack of space. And the combination - a wonderful design find - will turn a tiny room into a stylish and cozy place to relax.
Floor
There are more than enough materials for finishing the floor. Laminate and parquet, boards or linoleum, carpet or ceramic tiles, the list goes on and on. Porcelain tiles, boards and parquet are recognized as leaders in environmental friendliness, so if this is an important factor for you, or someone at home may have a reaction to the composition of the materials, the choice is clear.
Ultimately, the choice of material depends on your preferences, budget and the initial data of the room.
If the durability of the coating is of key importance, then you should choose porcelain stoneware. It is no coincidence that this material is chosen for finishing floors in offices, where a huge number of people in street shoes pass every day.
When choosing a floor covering, you should adhere to the general rule that the best choice is smooth, glossy surfaces.
Those who cannot imagine life without carpet should take into account the fact that the material is not so easy to use, requires maintenance and quickly loses its original appearance.
Linoleum is the leader in popularity, and this is understandable. Modern options are very different from those that took place in the apartments of our grandmothers.
Today linoleum is beautiful and reliable, as well as convenient to use and affordable.
Ceiling
Why does the ceiling deserve the same close attention when designing a bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building as the walls or floor? Because proper ceiling design will visually make the room larger. And thoughtless use of what is at hand can hopelessly ruin the entire interior.
So, for walls there is also a sufficient range of finishing materials, in particular:
- decorative plaster;
- dye;
- drywall;
- ceiling tiles;
- stretch ceiling.
Windows play an important role in the problem of expanding space. Install modern plastic double-glazed windows instead of wooden ones.
For a modest-sized bedroom, the ideal solution would be to paint or apply decorative plaster. Modern options, such as suspended ceilings or hanging structures, mercilessly “steal” space and this is noticeable even to the naked eye. And since Khrushchev-era apartment buildings, in principle, do not have high ceilings, we leave all the know-how outside our modest square meters. Also, you should not implement ideas with stucco or plaster decorations - this is not the case when elements of luxurious baroque or rococo should “settle” in the apartment.
The more laconic the ceiling decoration, the more spacious the room will look.
Lighting
Let there be light! Lighting in the bedroom is one of the most important tasks that requires careful consideration. On the one hand, this is a relaxation room and nothing should distract from sleep, and on the other hand, there is a dressing table in the bedroom and sometimes a workplace is equipped here, which requires good lighting. All of the above arguments clearly show that one chandelier in the center of the ceiling space is not enough.
Or, if the room is divided into two living areas, one will be left without a window - a source of natural light. Designers recommend considering using sconces or other wall lights that operate from an outlet. As a rule, such devices have a power of up to 40 W, and their light is quite enough.
You can install a mirror ceiling in the room. This will make your bedroom seem taller and more spacious than it actually is.
You should not choose massive floor lamps and chandeliers decorated with volumetric elements for a small room. If you really want to leave the chandelier, then let it be located near the ceiling, and hang a wall lamp at the head of the bed.
Spotlights will ideally complement the “bedroom” interior if you decide to choose suspended ceilings.
Don't forget that the light from bulbs can be cold or warm. Warm light sources are more suitable for the bedroom.
Bedroom furniture in Khrushchev
Furniture, regardless of the size of the room, must be functional. The central object is considered to be a bed in a bedroom in a Khrushchev building. It should not be bulky so that there is space left for placing a wardrobe and bedside tables.
Bed in the bedroom
Today, the rational use of space is given special importance. This also applies to choosing a bed. It is advisable to consider options for transformers. They can be folding or sliding, as well as on so-called “lifts”.
Beds can have drawers for storing bed linen or things. And since there is hardly a place for a chest of drawers in a small bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building, this option would be the most optimal.
Correct zoning of the room
Zoning will be affected by the purpose of the room. It can be combined with a living room, office or boudoir. In the first case, such an option is difficult to implement in small-sized conditions. Replace the bed with a pull-out sofa during the day.
Then it will be possible to receive guests.
The office is easier to organize. It is recommended to abandon the bed in favor of a compact, comfortable sofa. The table can be placed in a corner. It effectively utilizes the available space in this area. This model often has shelves, which eliminates the need for an additional closet. The compact table can be quickly folded.
If the area allows, it is worth building a wall of through cubes. It will separate one zone from another.
Connecting with a boudoir is the most harmonious option. It is assumed that there will be a segment for sleeping and an area where a woman can place her cosmetics and bring beauty. The bed looks appropriate. There is no need to remove it to free up more space.
To divide into zones, use a chest of drawers and mirrors.
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Bedroom wardrobe
Selecting a wardrobe for a Khrushchev-era bedroom is one of the main tasks of proper arrangement. If the room is small or narrow, then it is advisable to buy a wardrobe with sliding doors. Built-in furniture options do an excellent job. They make the most of usable space.
Mirror surfaces will visually increase the area and help cope with the feeling of crampedness and constraint. It is appropriate to use additional lighting to give the room elegance.
Bedroom in the children's room
Organizing a children's bedroom in a Khrushchev-era building is quite possible. Despite the small size of the area, various design tricks will help create a cozy and calm atmosphere in the children’s room.
The modular systems offered on the market are quite suitable for creating a sleeping place for a child, an area for relaxation and homework, as well as for storing things and toys.
In the children's room, it is enough to install a transformable bed, an oversized wardrobe, a table for drawing and studying, if the child is small, or a desk for a schoolchild. There will even be room for shelves for books, toys, etc.
The design of Khrushchev's bedrooms has its advantages. Firstly, huge financial costs are not required, and secondly, all work can be carried out independently, without the involvement of specialists.
Podium
This decorative element extends not only to the bed; some podiums also include a sofa, if it is present in the bedroom. In truth, the whole essence of this design element is described in its name.
- A small podium is installed in the middle of the room, which is attached to the bed.
- A sofa with a small coffee table can be installed on a raised platform.
- This is a fairly new design solution, but very promising.
To learn more, it is recommended to look at the photographs of bedrooms designed in this style. In general, it is ideal for people with a large budget and those who like experimenting in the interior.
