Kitchen corner: how to create a stylish interior design. 104 photos of furniture items

What are kitchen corners?

Imagine a comfortable sofa where you can always relax at noon. This is a pleasant place where the latest newspaper or your favorite movie awaits you. It can be placed next to the dining table or away from it. A soft corner in the kitchen has a number of undeniable advantages:

• Can accommodate more people than chairs or stools.
• The piece of furniture is conducive to spending time with friends.
• This is a great sitting area for one person, especially when there is a TV in the room. There is an opportunity to watch your favorite program while the rest of the household is watching the next episode of the popular series.
• A kitchen corner with drawers allows you to store dishes or dry and bulk products.
• The most scrupulous consumers will be able to choose the appropriate color option. Manufacturers use a wide range of colors for textile upholstery.
• The sofa can be used as an extra bed. If a late guest decides to stay overnight, then there is somewhere to accommodate him.

Look at the photo of the kitchen corner. In addition to its advantages, it also has disadvantages:

• Guests who sit on the sofa at the table will not be able to move freely. They will have to disturb those sitting.
• Heavy furniture is difficult to move. This makes cleaning the kitchen area difficult.

When buying a corner, consider the size of the furniture and room. An item that is too bulky will make the space feel uncomfortable.

General information about kitchen corners

A kitchen corner is a cozy and compact sofa, which, as a rule, is placed near the dining table (although it can also be done without it). The use of this type of furniture has a number of very significant advantages:

• The ability to accommodate a significant number of guests compared to chairs and stools. With rare exceptions, when one of the guests is willing to sit on each other's laps, kitchen chairs or stools involve seating one person in one place. In the case of corners, everything is much simpler: you can place as many guests on it as actually fit along its entire length. In crowded but not mad.
• The charming atmosphere of softness, warmth, and comfort in the kitchen is created precisely thanks to the kitchen corner. Entering such a kitchen, it immediately becomes clear that this is not just a working space for cooking, but also a place for friendly gatherings.
• The kitchen corner, due to its convenience, can become an alternative place for spending leisure time for one of the family members. This is especially true for one-room apartments, when sometimes you want to take a break from each other or watch different programs on TV.
• As a rule, kitchen sofas are equipped with additional storage space for dishes, kitchen utensils or food (cereals, pasta, sugar, nuts).
• The wealth of colors of textile upholstery (especially from Ikea) allows you to create the perfect kitchen set for even the most demanding aesthetes.
• An additional sleeping place, which can be equipped with a kitchen sofa, will help you out during an unexpected invasion of friends or relatives.

However, you need to keep in mind the disadvantages associated with a kitchenette.

• Placing guests at the kitchen table on the sofa significantly limits their freedom of movement - in order to leave the table, you will have to disturb those sitting next to them.
• A kitchen corner sofa makes cleaning in the kitchen much more difficult, because you won’t be able to move it as easily as a stool (especially if dishes are stored inside).

For a small kitchen, it is better not to use a corner kitchen sofa, as it will take up a huge amount of space.

Dimensional long backrest of the kitchen corner

Minimum	100-110 cm
Standard	180-195 cm
Maximum	241-250 cm

What pieces of furniture are presented in the kitchen corner?

If a bedroom must have a bed, then a kitchen corner cannot be imagined without a comfortable sofa. A white corner in the kitchen will be different from a sofa in the bedroom, even if they have the same color.

A kitchen corner is usually purchased as a single unit. But if desired, individual parts can be selected and combined. We are talking about the following items:

Stylistics

When choosing a kitchen corner, in addition to your taste preferences, rely on the design and style of your interior. The kitchen corner should become an integral part of the overall kitchen design, and not the only catchy “spot”.

Consider options for matching the corner to the main styles:

Classic. When choosing a corner for a classic kitchen, choose wood. This material will nobly and richly highlight all the elements of the kitchen.

Country. A kitchen in this style will suit a corner made of any materials. The main point is emphasizing the rustic style and unity with nature. To do this, you just need to choose the right color.

High tech.
Free style combining stone, glass, metal. Here you can turn on your imagination and show courage in your choice. A good option would be a white corner, combined with bright notes. We recommend reading:

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Modern. This style combines notes of classic style with hi-tech.

Provence. A style that came from France. Ideal for those who value tranquility, coziness, comfort and warmth. It is based on calm pastel shades. However, we should not forget that the use of bright color accents is mandatory. They are the ones who can enliven a room and give it a zest.

After reading the information in this article, you can not only choose a suitable modern corner for the kitchen, but also emphasize the irresistible design of the room. Remember: there are no specific rules. Your taste preferences and budget are important.

Sofas

These are practical and multifunctional models that require easy care. It is necessary that their surface is easily cleaned of dirt.

There are various designs: on legs and with cabinets. The latter have spacious drawers where you can store dishes and food. Today, consumers have the opportunity to choose any size and various shades of color.

A small corner in the kitchen fits organically into a small room. If you have a small apartment, then pay attention to IKEA products. In the catalogs you can find products that satisfy any requirement.

Interior design of a kitchen with a sleeping area

In addition to combining with a bedroom, a large kitchen can be combined with a dining room. Then zoning is necessary not into two, but into three independent functional parts. In a kitchen with a bay window, it is convenient to place a dining area by the window. And for sleeping in spacious rooms, a wide sofa in rich colors of almost any shape is appropriate.

When placing a kitchen unit, you should take care of the convenience of storage systems. In a small kitchen, the top line of cabinets is usually removed right up to the ceiling, of course, if it is of normal height. The straight or corner layout looks compact. Not all appliances are suitable for such a kitchen. First of all, it should be narrow and built-in.

The set will look less cumbersome if the door handles are replaced with opening mechanisms, and the facades are finished in the same color as the walls. A shiny, glossy set without decorations will also look original.

A kitchen combined with a sleeping place is an unusual and original option. But even before the renovation begins, it is worth carefully considering all the features of the layout, the pros and cons, so that the result brings only pleasure.

Chairs and stools

Experts advise that there should be several seats in the kitchen. You can’t limit yourself to having just one sofa.

• The corner can be placed on the table only on both sides. The other two need chairs or stools to accommodate friends or relatives.
• If two people decide to have lunch together, then an intimate conversation between them is more likely to happen if they sit opposite each other.
• Chairs with stools will always find a use in the household. They can be placed against a wall cabinet to get something from the top shelf.

If you make the kit yourself, remember the simple rules. Both stools and chairs should be combined with the sofa according to the following parameters:

• Material of manufacture
• Design decision
• Upholstery color (for soft models)

All creative ideas to realize your dream of an ideal kitchen are welcome. Arrange the space as you wish.

For a small room, it is better to buy stools rather than chairs. If necessary, these pieces of furniture are pushed under the table, and then they do not interfere with anyone’s movement.

Dinner table

The main criterion when choosing this item is the number of people who regularly dine at the table.

It also happens that a large company visits the homeowners on weekends. The optimal solution for such a situation is to buy a folding table. A piece of furniture can double or triple in size.

An uncomfortable combination is considered to be a corner sofa and a table with ends. The person who finds himself opposite the end will not feel entirely comfortable - he has nowhere to put his feet.

In a small room it is better to use round or oval tables.

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Dimensions

This furniture fittings is available in numerous sizes. When choosing a specific size, it is taken into account exactly what loads the fasteners will have to cope with, as well as what materials the connected elements are made of.

Depending on the size, the purpose of such a corner is determined. The following types are distinguished:

• products designed for light connections. They have a thickness of 2 mm, and their dimensions do not exceed 40x40x20 cm. This screed is optimal for small shelves or other minor structures on which heavy elements will not be installed;
• products used for corner connections of beams of significant mass, and they can be used both in vertical and horizontal planes. Dimensions can vary from 40x40x60 to 100x100x100 mm;
• mounting angles that are reshaped. They are equipped with special additional holes designed to use a durable hex bolt. Such products are used for fastening really heavy structures;
• reinforced corners designed for use by construction professionals. The dimensions of such products can vary significantly, and often for the construction of various specific buildings it is necessary to purchase such corners to order;
• elements with a lock nut, which are reinforced and perforated, and their sizes can vary.

Thus, the corners are available in different sizes, and their choice depends on the application.

It is not recommended to use reinforced structures to fix a regular shelf, since the cost of purchasing them will be high, and at the same time they will not have advantages over conventional fasteners.

Types of kitchen corners

Furniture differs in the material used. The frame can be metal, wood, plastic. To create a durable structure, chipboard or MDF are also used.

Hard models

The corner with the table is made of the same material. Typically, seats with backs are made of wood. The result is a bench that fits into the overall interior. It may provide for a place where things are put for storage, but this is not necessary.

It will not be difficult to remove all contaminants from the surface of such an object. From a hygiene point of view, this model is the best choice: dust does not accumulate, and the surface can be completely washed if necessary.

Manufacturing materials

These furniture pads can be made from various materials. The most popular are:

• metal corner for furniture is a stamped product of considerable massiveness. Equipped with stiffening ribs. There is a hole at one end and a groove at the other. A coupling and screws are used for fastening. Also, metal products can be presented in the form of one strip, which is bent at an angle of 90 degrees. Fastening is carried out with self-tapping screws, so it is considered easy to use.
• plastic corners are usually small in size, and standard self-tapping screws are used for fastening them. A plastic corner can only be used for fixing small and light structures.

All products fastened with corners can become loose over time, and these fasteners are considered not very attractive, as they often protrude and spoil the appearance of the rooms.

Plastic

Metal

Soft models

A paradise for relaxation allows you to create soft textiles on the sofa. A model with an attractive appearance is considered very comfortable. It is important that the curtains and tablecloth form a single ensemble with the sofa. Choose the right color palette.

The most common upholstery materials are the following:

• leatherette;
• suede leather;
• flock;
• jacquard.

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I would especially like to highlight the leatherette. It does not absorb moisture at all, so you don’t have to worry about ruining the upholstery by accidentally spilling coffee or another drink.

Corner

The corner design can be solid or modular. The second option is more convenient - you can always rearrange the apartment. The design is easy to turn in the direction you need. The model makes it possible to use the internal space with maximum efficiency.

There is only one drawback here - in a narrow room with a small area, the structure will take up most of the room, which will make movement difficult.

Modern

If you choose modern design solutions, you should avoid using unnecessary details. The upholstery of the soft sofa is quite attractive thanks to its rich colors. Such pieces of furniture look great in high-tech, minimalism, industrial style and fusion.

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Retro

The style is perfect for owners of a Soviet kitchen corner. To make a vintage piece, donate old furniture for restoration. Another option is to do everything yourself. All that is required is to varnish the wooden parts, remove the upholstery and replace it with a new one.

The retro corner can be ordered in the workshop according to an individual project. In this case, the kitchen interior will be unique.

Size selection

To determine the size of the kitchen corner, you need to clearly understand where it will be located and what configuration it will have. After determining the location of the corner, you can begin to determine the dimensions. Follow the following instructions:

• Calculate the length of each seat separately.
• Measure the height of the seats and backs. This is especially true for those who will locate the kitchen corner near the window.

Having calculated the exact dimensions, you can purchase a ready-made version.

If it happens that the stores don’t have what you dreamed up, don’t despair! We live in a time when everything can be ordered according to individual sizes and design solutions you like.

The main thing is the allocated budget. With a limited budget, you can only afford a ready-made kit. Its cost is due to the fact that when producing large quantities, material is used economically. If your budget still allows, then you should turn to specialists.

Furniture with extra bed

For owners of a one-room apartment, it is good to have a spare bed. Suddenly, a relative or friend who wants to visit you suddenly comes to take care of her business in the city.

The design is easy to unfold, but the question arises of where to put the dining table while turning the sofa into a sleeping place.

Decoration

To charge yourself with positivity in the cooking and eating area, you will need decorative elements. Beautiful pillows and blankets in ethnic style will give you aesthetic pleasure. You can place exotic figurines on the flat backs of the sofa.

Many are looking for a ready-made solution that would suit all household members. The ideal option is a kitchen corner from IKEA. Explore the catalog with the whole family and choose the model that you like in terms of color, style and functionality. In product positions you can find products of all types and sizes. It is possible to select manufacturing materials.

The company's official website provides information on how to care for items. It is important that the desired purchase is durable. Take advice from the manufacturer and thereby extend the life of your purchase.

What to pay attention to

The choice of corners must be competent, therefore certain criteria are taken into account in the process of their selection:

• fastener material;
• product size;
• purpose, since certain structures may be intended exclusively for working with wood, while others are universal;
• the weight that the fasteners must withstand, since they must cope with their main task;
• terms of Use.

Thus, furniture corners are quite popular fastening structures. They come in different types and are also distinguished by a variety of factors. It is important to choose fasteners wisely so that they can withstand a certain weight and have a long service life, ensuring a strong screed.