In the design of a kitchen with an area of 13 sq. meters there is practically nothing impossible. Sofa area, minibar, island table and even winter Garden in a bay window, if this is a kitchen in a house of the P-44 series - everything is possible with such footage. The main thing here is choosing the right layout and attention to detail. For those who are looking for ideas for renovating and decorating a kitchen of 13 sq. meters, we have compiled an overview of five main furniture arrangement schemes and a selection of photos real interiors kitchens, including those with bay windows.
Where to begin?
The first stage of design perfect kitchen is project development. It is not necessary to order 3D visualization from a professional; you can think through the layout in detail yourself - with the help simple programs like PRO100 or a regular checkered leaf.
- When planning your kitchen, you should start by placing the “wet spot”—the sink. After all, most often she remains in her place. Following the sink, you should find a place for dishwasher.
Once you decide where the sink with PMM will be located, it will become easier for you to find a place for the stove and refrigerator.
- Remember that the key to kitchen convenience is the formation of a “working triangle”, when the three most important places, that is, the sink, stove and refrigerator are located in reasonable proximity to each other. In this case, the distance between these points should be at least 50 cm.
What is the best way to distribute work surfaces and leave enough space for arranging the dining area? For a 13-meter kitchen the most available different variants layouts, but in general they can be divided into 5 types:
- Linear (single-row);
- Double row (parallel);
- Corner (L-shaped);
- U-shaped;
- Ostrovnaya.
Let's look at each type in more detail. After all, the choice of layout is an individual matter and depends on the shape of the room, the needs of the kitchen occupants and the set of furniture they need.
- Nuances of renovation and design of a 13-square-meter kitchen. m with a bay window you can study in detail.
Linear (single-row) kitchen
It involves placing the set along a wall, while the dining area is located against the opposite wall or under a window.
Pros: this option is very simple and not demanding to implement. The kitchen design has 13 sq. meters single-row layout is especially relevant if you want:
- Focus on a large and elegant dining area;
- Install an island table;
For these purposes, you will need to allocate a wall or a section of wall at least 2.2 meters long for the headset.
Disadvantages: in this case, strategically important points - the stove, sink and refrigerator - do not form a triangle, which means it will not be very convenient for the cook to cook.
Hint: to kitchen set turned out to be roomy, choose a layout with high second tier or with an additional third. Then you will have the opportunity to store more things or hide the air duct behind the facades.
Below is the interior linear kitchen area 12.9 sq. meters (2.73 x 4.72 m).
And here is an example of the design of a 13-meter kitchen with a bay window and a sofa against one wall.
Double row kitchen
Parallel layout involves placement kitchen furniture in two rows and is available if the width of the kitchen is at least 2.3-3 m. This is an excellent solution for.
Pros: the space arranged in this way turns out to be very convenient, because the stove, sink and refrigerator are placed according to the principle of a triangle.
Cons: A two-row kitchen can seem (and be) narrow and overloaded with furniture.
Tips:
- How to distribute equipment and work points in a two-row headset? It is most convenient to place a sink, dishwasher, washing machine, a stove and a place for cooking along one wall, and a refrigerator, some cabinets, an oven, and other appliances - opposite. In this case, the second row may be smaller than the other - then you will have more space to arrange the dining area.
- To prevent the kitchen from appearing cluttered, the walls and furniture should be light or at least be of the same tone.
- You can visually make the passage between the rows wider by using or finishing the floor, say, with a floorboard laid across the kitchen, and not along it.
Corner kitchen (L-shaped)
This is the most universal scheme furniture layout, which is especially relevant for a 13-meter.
Pros: a corner set allows you to use a corner and two walls, as well as form a “working triangle” of a stove, sink and refrigerator.
Tips:
- on both walls, because if one side is left free, the kitchen interior will become lighter. You can also instead wall cabinets hang open shelves.
- A set with a trapezoidal corner cabinet will be much more convenient than a regular set with a right angle. In addition, in such a cabinet you can install a sink, work or hob.
Below is an example of a corner kitchen design with an area of 12.8 square meters. meters in a panel house.
U-shaped kitchen
A U-shaped layout is available if the width of the room is at least 2.4 m. In a 13-meter kitchen, the letter P can be placed in different ways - for example, by the window (especially suitable for kitchens with a bay window) or as if across the room.
Pros: The U-shaped set uses three walls and two corners, and what is most important is that it is very convenient for cooking, because the cook will only need to turn the body. And by moving the sink and work surface to the window, you will make washing dishes and preparing food much more enjoyable.
Cons: unfortunately, in some cases, in a 13-meter kitchen with a U-shaped layout, the possibility of arranging a full-fledged dining area is excluded - you have to be content with only a bar counter. In addition, moving work surfaces to the window requires complex repairs and coordination with housing inspectors.
Tips:
- Keep in mind that the passage between the sides of the U-shaped set should be at least 100 cm, and preferably 120 cm or more.
- To make the kitchen seem more spacious, decorate its interior in light colors. Another trick is to abandon wall cabinets in favor of open shelves.
- To have room for dining table and there are enough chairs left, the U-shaped set should be as compact as possible. For example, you can make one side of the letter P shorter than the other.
An example of a kitchen design with an area of 13 square meters. meters with a U-shaped set located in the bay window directly under the window (in a P-44 series house) is presented in the following photo slider.
Pros: the island layout is very convenient in everyday life, because it allows you not only to make a minimum of movements while cooking, but also at the same time to communicate with the other inhabitants of the kitchen or look after the children. Islands or purely utilitarian kitchens are especially good when there is a separate dining room for meals.
Cons: unfortunately, the 13-meter kitchen lacks at least a couple more squares to accommodate the working, dining, and island areas. Therefore, here you will have to either replace the dining table with a bar counter, or provide space for 2-4 people in the island. The third option is to move the dining area into another room altogether, for example, a dining room or an attached living room. In addition, installing a stove and sink on an island table will require complex repairs involving raising the floor and installing a special hood.
Tips:
- The shape of the island table should match the shape of the room.
- Walkways around should not be less than one meter.
- Want to make your island functional but don't want the hassle of renovating? Install an electric hob or mini-fridge in it (under the countertop) - this is much easier than moving the sink and installing a gas stove.
Interior details of a kitchen with an island, the area of which is 13.1 square meters. m (excluding the attached living room) can be seen below.
Many apartments in our country do not have a large area. However, even in a small area, you can make renovations that will meet all your wishes. To do this, you can use the help of a designer or use your own imagination. If you decide to do the arrangement yourself, you need to carefully choose the design of a 13 sq. m bedroom.
The room should correspond to the taste preferences of the owner and be quite functional. To determine the best option, you can use photos from the Internet or magazines.
Visual increase in space
To prevent the bedroom from seeming cramped, you can use several tricks that will visually expand the room:
- vertical pattern on wallpaper;
- furniture with small dimensions;
- light colors;
- good lighting;
- floor covering laid diagonally.
Since in a room of 13 m the wall design plays important role, this process should be approached with full responsibility. It is necessary to level the surface, and choose paper or vinyl based wallpaper. If you decide to paint the walls, give preference to environmentally friendly paint or fine-grain plaster. Pastel and light shades will further expand the space and create an atmosphere of comfort and tranquility.
When choosing the design of the ceiling, do not forget about the dimensions of the bedroom; every meter is important here. The best option There will be ordinary painting or a stretched glossy canvas that can visually make the room taller. It is better to avoid multi-tiered structures, as they will clutter the already small room.
Sound insulation plays an important role in the bedroom. Carpet and laminate are perfect for solving this problem. flooring. These materials are environmentally friendly and comfortable.
Room zoning options
If a bedroom of 13 square meters is not only a room for sleeping, then it will have to be zoned. After looking at photos of implemented ideas, you can choose best option for your home.
The choice of design will depend on the functional load:
- Bedroom and work area. In this case, the place to sleep is located near the window, on which there will be curtains that do not let in daylight. Workplace on the contrary they will equip about front door, providing quality artificial lighting. To divide space you can use book shelves small sizes that will become part of the design.
- Sleeping area and guest area. The area of the apartment does not always allow you to allocate separate room for receiving guests, and the role of a guest room is played by a bedroom with multifunctional furniture. In such a room, a folding sofa is ideal as a sleeping place. You can seat several people who come to your place for tea, and spread it out at night, turning it into a comfortable bed.
- Bedroom and children's corner. Small children need personal space, which can be arranged in a bedroom of 13 square meters. m. To do this, it is advisable to allocate a place by the window where the kids will be warm and light. A book shelf, a convenient closet or a decorative screen can be used as a partition.
The need to zone the bedroom significantly complicates the task. However, when thinking through design options, you need to remember that this is primarily a place for relaxation and sleep.
On video: bedroom, living room and study in one room
Secrets of rectangular bedroom design
A 13 square meter bedroom does not always have a square shape, and in this case it is worth using techniques that will help make it visually wider and shorter. On various photos interiors you can see how square furniture fits favorably into rectangular design rooms. These can be tables, cabinets, ottomans, framed pictures. A square rug is used as flooring.
Proper arrangement and selection of furniture will also help correct disproportionate yu shape. A square room can be made using a long cabinet installed along the wall.The transverse position of the bed will also visually expand the space. Choosing lighting, you should give preference to soft and diffused light.
When choosing textiles for furniture and windows in the bedroom small size there are some nuances. Curtains do not only protective function, but are also an important decorative element. Oversized curtains, lambrequins, and excess fringe will only make the room smaller.
To save space, preference should be given to light, translucent materials. Roman shades or blinds will help protect the room from excessive sunlight.
Additional accessories
Any design solution requires the presence decorative elements. These can be not only figurines, framed photographs, but also more functional things that complement the interior. Colored pillows, rug self made, an original mirror, bedspreads - all this will add personality to your bedroom. Preference is given to flowing light fabrics in pastel shades.
When searching for the right option for you, you can rely on real design experience. Viewing various photos will push you to choose the interior that will satisfy all your requirements. However, only the apartment owner himself is able to give his home individuality and originality. All that remains is to decide on the appropriate ones finishing materials, textiles and furniture.
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Kitchen 13 sq.m – enough spacious room. It can freely accommodate a full-fledged dining area, necessary household appliances and furniture. Moreover, the dining area can simultaneously serve as a relaxation area, as you can see by looking at the photo of the design of a 13-meter kitchen with a sofa. In such a room you can receive guests and watch TV.
To make the kitchen fit everyone modern requirements, it is best to draw up a project that shows the location of equipment, life support systems and furniture.
Practicality, functionality and comfort are the main requirements for a kitchen
We determine the place where the oven, refrigerator, hood and hob, and select suitable option layouts.
Options for kitchen layout with an area of 13 square meters. m
The beauty of the interior and the functionality of the room depend on the correct arrangement of furniture. In a room of 13 square meters you can use any of the following layout options:
- one-sided (linear) layout
- U-shaped
- corner
- in two rows
Features of linear layout
IN rectangular room It is convenient to place furniture along one wall with a turn to the door. The dining area is located against a free wall. A bar counter is suitable for a young family, big family– rectangular or oval table.
Successful layout rectangular room
If the space of the room allows, the kitchen can be designed without upper cabinets - this option is in fashion today. The lower cabinets are enough to accommodate everything you need; the absence of modules at the top makes the room spacious. This layout is suitable for minimalism and hi-tech styles.
Corner kitchen with a comfortable work area
In a rectangular room, you can successfully arrange furniture in an L shape, against one long and one short wall. Thus, the components of the work area will be located next to each other, and it will be convenient to move between the sink, refrigerator, stove and work table. The dining area will be located against a free wall.
Interesting option combining the island area with the dining area
U-shaped and island kitchen with sofa
Set in square room conveniently placed in the shape of the letter “P”, using three walls, and the dining area is located in the center. An island area with an additional module in the center can be used as a working and dining area, it all depends on its functionality and the shape of the table. A stove, a sink, a bar counter, a table with cabinets and a work surface are taken out as an “island”.
Options for placing a sofa in U-shaped kitchen:
In this interior, the role of an island is played by the dining table:
Kitchen interior
A sofa can be effectively combined with a kitchen island or peninsula:
In this interior, the island is given the main role– this is both a dining area and a work area
Arrangement of furniture and equipment in two rows
This option would be appropriate if the kitchen consists of two long and two short walls. The dining area can be arranged by the window. The presence of a bay window in a kitchen is rare, but if it does exist, the dining area can be moved there - the room will be functional, spacious and aesthetically pleasing.
Classic interior with dining area in bay window
Choose suitable color for interior decoration
In a 13 square meter kitchen, you can let your imagination run wild and use the colors you like. When choosing a color, you need to take into account its effect on the psyche, because it is the predominant color that will shape the mood.
- Dominant yellow or Orange color will give you a great mood
- Red is a dynamic color that stimulates appetite, but it is best to use it in doses.
- Green promotes relaxation and calms.
- Blue is a cool color and is associated with creativity and intelligence.
- Pink kitchen is a positive option for romantic people.
The interior of a kitchen with an area of 13 square meters is often decorated in white. White is a symbol of harmony and purity; choosing this color as the dominant one is impossible to lose.
The predominant color in a spacious kitchen can be black - this is an option for practical owners, and the room will look elegant.
Black is successfully diluted with contrasting white, the tone is set by accent red
Advice. You shouldn’t get too carried away with the color black, otherwise you will need additional light sources and the room may look gloomy.
The interior turned out to be gloomy
Which sofa is appropriate in the kitchen interior
A sofa can become a more comfortable alternative to stools and chairs - it can accommodate more guests, and the interior of the room will become more comfortable.
The sofa can be either straight or corner. For a small room corner sofa is more comfortable, saves space, and a straight sofa is good because it can be installed anywhere, provided there is enough space for it.
A curved sofa looks chic, but it takes up more space than a straight or corner sofa, and therefore is rarely installed in the kitchen.
Interior in classic style, island with curved sofa and cutting table
Small straight sofa in classic cuisine area 13 sq. m
Stylish modern sofa– the main element of the interior in the kitchen-living room, can be used as an additional sleeping area
A popular option today is a bench-sofa with a folding seat, under which you can store kitchen tools. The sofa bench can also be straight or angular.
Comfortable corner sofa bench with removable decorative pillows
Stylish functional island area consisting of a bench-sofa and a cutting table with shelves
There are two main options for positioning the sofa: at the dining table and separately against the wall or near the window, so that guests can communicate comfortably.
The compact banquette is extremely well placed by the window, between two columns with appliances
Classic version sofa placement
Kitchen-living room - two in one
In a kitchen with an area of 13 square meters, of course, you cannot receive a crowd of guests, but it is quite possible to sit comfortably in it with two or three friends.
First of all, you need to correctly divide the room into zones. Designers advise work area place everything you need, and use the remaining space as a living room, because... You won’t receive guests every day, but you will be in the kitchen at least three times a day.
Two functional areas are clearly defined
13 sq.m - the area is not that large, so zoning in such a room should be visual. Partitions and other fixtures can clutter a room. To separate the living room area from the cooking area, you can raise the floor in one of the zones by a few centimeters. To separate zones, you can use different flooring: tiles in the work area, parquet or laminate in the recreation area.
To delimit zones, it is appropriate to use spot lighting. The lamps can be placed directly above the recreation area, the lighting can be made softer than in the work area.
A bar counter can also serve as a functional delimiter. It can be used as a table, with retractable cabinets placed underneath it, and it will also serve a decorative function.
A bar counter is a great way to zone a studio space
Colors for a combined room
In the design of a 13 sq.m kitchen-living room, two primary colors are often used, light and dark. Prevailing light color visually expands the space, color combination makes the interior expressive and bright. White goes well with any color; it enhances other colors and shades.
Green sofa unusual shape serves as a bright accent spot
The lilac sofa in this interior is certainly the central element
A row of brightly colored chairs and pendant lamps serves as a delimiter functional zones
Furniture for studio space
- Since a small room contains two functional areas, the furniture should be comfortable, roomy and at the same time beautiful.
The top row of white glossy cabinets is visually weightless and almost invisible
- The texture and color of all interior elements must be harmoniously combined with each other, since they are parts of a single composition.
- It is advisable to choose closed cabinets with blank facades, otherwise guests will have to admire their contents.
The kitchen, as the main room in any home, requires special attention. It must be cozy, comfortable, clean and beautiful. In addition, this is a functional part of the apartment, which means that all the necessary items, household appliances and other devices that facilitate the cooking process should be located here.
It’s excellent if the kitchen area is sufficient to accommodate all the necessary interior elements. But what about owners of small kitchens? There is only one way out - to correctly plan the arrangement of furniture and household appliances, use hanging cabinets, small-sized items and multifunctional furniture. Only a rational approach will create functional design interior
Layout options
Designers are confident that 13 square meters is enough area to create comfortable kitchen. In this area, both a working and a dining area can easily fit. But in order to successfully arrange all the elements of the decor, you should think about the layout of the room:
- In a rectangular kitchen, it is better to place the furniture at an angle. It's convenient and practical option, allowing you to place all the necessary components in close proximity to each other. The angular location in the photo allows you to quickly move between the sink, work surface and refrigerator.
- If the kitchen is 13 sq.m. consists of two long and two very short walls, corner layout will not be appropriate, especially if one of the walls is occupied by a balcony opening. In this case, the set and the dining area are placed in parallel - near the long walls.
- A square kitchen of 13 square meters is the most convenient. Here the set can be placed in the shape of the letter P, and the dining table can be placed in the center of the room.
- If there is a bay window area, the set is located along two walls, and the dining area is in the bay window. Additional decor in the form of flowerpots and beautiful curtains, will create a homely, cozy atmosphere.
Kitchen living room
In conditions small apartments, kitchens often serve as cooking areas, dining rooms and living rooms. To combine everything on an area of 13 sq.m. necessary elements situation, you should carefully consider the layout. In this case, in addition to the working and dining areas, the kitchen and living room of 13 sq. m should accommodate a sofa. The multifunctionality of the room allows you to connect the dining and living areas by placing a sofa near the dining table. For the comfort of guests, a sconce or floor lamp should be placed in this part of the room, the light from which will create a more comfortable atmosphere. Kitchens of 13 sq m with a sofa, decorated with your own hands, always look comfortable and homely warm.
Choosing a style
Modern kitchen design projects are created in a certain style. This allows you to determine color scheme, appearance furniture and decorative elements. For a kitchen 13 sq.m. The following stylistic directions are quite suitable:
- Modern high-tech style.
- Country style.
- French Provence.
High-tech projects involve maximum functionality all furnishings. Repair in modern style– minimal use of decorative elements, convenience, which is provided by innovative kitchen appliances. This option is chosen by young, energetic people who pay great attention personal comfort. The interior of a 13 square meter kitchen in a modern style involves the use of metal, glass and light, cool shades.
The rustic style is suitable for older people who see a kitchen design of 13 square meters. m. in the photo, in floral decoration. These projects involve:
- use of white, pastel colors,
- sets made from natural materials,
- the presence of dried herbs and other attributes of village life.
The interior of a kitchen of 13 square meters in Provence style is a bright, spacious room. The walls of the room are decorated with floral patterns, bright paintings. The interior uses light-colored furniture, a large number of colors.
A few words about choosing kitchen appliances
Kitchen designs of 13 square meters certainly include modern household appliances. They facilitate the cooking process and therefore are used in any interior design style. In order for the room to accommodate furniture and appliances, combined options are used in the form of built-in furniture.
In this case, do-it-yourself renovation should begin with a careful planning of each interior element. This stage is extremely important, since in its process the location of the necessary communications required for stable operation of the refrigerator is thought through, food processor, dishwasher, washing machine and others household appliances. When thinking about where an item will be located, take into account the specifics of its use and accessibility to the user. After all, the kitchen is 13 square meters. m. should be comfortable and functional.
A kitchen-living room of 13 square meters, of course, is not able to accommodate two full-fledged functional areas intended for receiving guests and preparing food. However, this does not mean that compact versions cannot be placed in such a limited space.
Of course, in such a combined room it will not be possible to collect noisy company out of 18 people, they won’t even have room to stand, but you’ll be able to host two or three close friends. And not just accept, but feed them a delicious dinner prepared in the kitchen area. In this article, we will talk about some of the details of decorating a small kitchen-living room and about the difficulties that will have to be encountered during the work.
What to pay attention to when planning the design of a kitchen-living room?
Creating a stylish design composition in such a limited space is very difficult. And it’s even more difficult to realize your interior plans when there is a need to combine two functional areas in a small room. To avoid pitfalls in this difficult matter, you need to know it specific features, about which a few words should be said.
Features of choosing a color scheme for a small kitchen-living room
Choosing a color scheme for a small kitchen-living room is quite difficult. However, the task is somewhat simplified by the idea that it is necessary to use all sorts of techniques aimed at visual extension space. How are these related to each other, you ask? The answer lies in the properties of color. Dark shades narrow the space, and light shades, on the contrary, tend to expand the space, so in our case it is necessary to form a color scheme from light colors, only in this case the room will not seem too small and gloomy.
It is better to take this opportunity and further individualize the kitchen area and living room area with the help of color. However, it must be clearly understood that, despite the difference in functional purpose two zones, they are located within the single space of the room, so the colors used in their design must be combined.
You can enhance the visual effect of expanding the space of a small room by combining light shades with a glossy texture. If you manage to fit such a combination into the interior of a combined living room, you can consider half the job done, because the room will seem much larger than it actually is.
Finishing walls, floors and ceilings
When finishing the walls, floor and ceiling in a small living room combined with a kitchen, it is necessary to take into account the technologies and materials that will be used in such finishing. And, indeed, imagine how much the already cramped space will shrink if: 
- Using drywall, level the walls in a circle;
- make a multi-level hanging or suspended ceiling;
- build steps and podiums on the floor.
Experts have calculated that for such design research it will be necessary to “tear off” more than 50 cm from your small room usable space, and in our case this is an unaffordable luxury. Although if you are a fan of these design solutions and are ready to sacrifice space for this, then please, although there are ways to dispose of valuable square meters much more rational. Professional designers recommend the following solutions for the design of horizontal and vertical surfaces for a small kitchen-living room area of 15 square meters.
- If the ceilings of the room are low, then it is better to get by with a single-level stretch ceiling good quality. But if you really want something special, you can make a combined single-level stretch ceiling with multi-colored and multi-textured canvases. At the same time, in the kitchen area (taking into account the fumes and soot) it is better to use a glossy polyvinyl chloride insert, and above the living room area you can place a simple matte white canvas.
- The walls are best decorated combined wallpaper. Use in the kitchen area washable wallpaper, selected in accordance with a pre-selected color scheme, and will look good in the living room area vinyl wallpapers with inserts that match the color of the “kitchen” wallpaper.
- But the floor in one of the functional areas will have to be raised a little in order to more clearly define the boundary between them. You need to lift it no more than ten centimeters. It is better to use parquet or laminate as flooring. For the kitchen area, waterproof laminate or linoleum is used.
Furniture for the kitchen-living room - subtleties of choice
To summarize, we note that a kitchen-living room of 13 meters “will require” a special approach when selecting furniture for it.
- Firstly, in the kitchen area, all cabinets should be as closed as possible, so that your guests do not contemplate the pans, pots, etc. standing on the shelves. kitchen appliances and other utensils.
- Secondly, the furniture should be comfortable, compact, roomy and at the same time attractive.
- Thirdly, you need to choose only the most necessary pieces of furniture, because there will be nowhere to put everything else that you might like.
- And finally, fourthly, all pieces of furniture should be combined with each other in color and texture, because they are part of a single and organic design composition a small living room combined with a kitchen.
