Planning a kitchen is one of the most difficult tasks facing those who want to make a practical and modern renovation in their apartment. Specialists who professionally plan interiors devote a lot of time to this room, so you should definitely listen to their advice, which you will find in this article. We will talk about direct cuisine, which is quite popular today.
Direct kitchen: what is special?
Owners of apartments and houses often do not know what they really want and what they need. For example, it is not easy to change your long-standing habits. If you had one arrangement of furniture, refrigerator, dishwasher and even cutlery drawers, it would be difficult to move away from it. Or maybe it's worth a try? Consider a straight kitchen - this is an excellent option for a room of different parameters.
Many people think that if a refrigerator has been standing next to a gas stove for ten years, then it should be left that way. Nothing could be more wrong, as this environment is certainly uncomfortable. Therefore, you should immediately get rid of such placement and, at the first opportunity, arrange the kitchen in accordance with the principles of ergonomics.
Everything, however, depends on what kind of room you have. If you are dealing with a proportional and large territory, then there will be no problems. You have a lot of room for maneuver, and the result depends only on personal preferences, which kitchen set to choose. If you have a small kitchen, narrow and long, then it is best to place furniture and appliances along one wall. Although many people are afraid of this decision, this fear only arises from the poor placement of cabinets, shelves and equipment. Carefully thought out placement of all these elements will make the straight kitchen very comfortable for users.
Linear layout for small spaces
It happens that in a narrow and long kitchen room, other than arranging all the furniture and appliances in one row, there is simply no other option. Sometimes such an arrangement of storage systems, work surfaces and household appliances is due to the need to accommodate a dining group, because there is no separate room for a dining room in a house or apartment.
Linear kitchens of short length (no more than 2.5 m) are often the only possible and ultimately optimal option for small spaces. The convenience of this arrangement is that the main components of the kitchen - the hob or stove and the sink - will definitely be close to each other. But it is important that the vertices of the imaginary “working triangle” are not located close to each other, but alternate with the help of kitchen cabinets, the length of which will vary from 40 to 80 cm. There are at least two reasons for this arrangement. Firstly, it is more convenient to organize work processes - you will fold and cut vegetables from the sink on the surface next to the sink, and place hot pots and pans near the stove on the other side. Secondly, from a safety point of view, this option is optimal - splashes of water from the sink while washing vegetables and fruits will not fall on the hob or stove, and the oven or oven built into the stove will not heat up the refrigerator next to it.
By building in a linear kitchen set from wall to wall in the living room, you solve several spatial problems at once - the lack of a separate room for the kitchen, the possibility of being located near the dining room and living room. If you are worried about cooking odors that may disturb your household while relaxing in the living room, then you cannot avoid purchasing a powerful modern range hood.
Rules for installing a direct kitchen
Currently, the most popular rule that should be followed when placing a kitchen on one of the walls is the principle of the technological line. All elements should be laid out in such a way as to make cooking as easy as possible. You should start with the refrigerator. You need to place a countertop right next to it without any equipment (microwave, toaster, coffee machine, etc.). This will allow you to prepare dishes that require further processing in advance. This free space is also ideal for preparing morning meals or snacks that do not require further processing.
However, if further preparation steps are necessary, the next element in the kitchen production line should be the sink. You will use it to wash all your products or simply rinse them. You can peel vegetables, fruits, meats, fish and transfer them to the next countertop where you can cut or shape your signature dishes. Then it’s time to cook, bake or fry - which means preparing the heat treatment zone. It is best if there is a powerful hood above the stove, since the air circulation here will not be so strong. After removing the dish from the oven, it is finally time to serve it. Of course, not right away, because you need to have room to transfer to plates. To do this you will need another tabletop.
It seems that in a straight kitchen there are only countertops, of course this is true, but you must remember that they are also counters or, for example, the panel that covers the dishwasher. It is also worth choosing hanging cabinets. They are the same width and fill up quickly.
Functionality is an important feature of a direct kitchen
The principle that should be followed when laying out a direct kitchen is the rule of the processing line. All appliances should be planned so that work in the kitchen is quick and convenient. So, first of all, install the refrigerator. Then place the countertop, followed by the sink, followed by the countertop, followed by the cooktop. This arrangement will allow you to conveniently prepare food without unnecessary movements.
What is the limit of the distance between walls with and without furniture should be in the kitchen?
The optimal limit here is 190 centimeters - from the wall with a set to the wall without furniture. If the kitchen is larger than the specified distance, you can place furniture and equipment on two opposite sides. If, unfortunately, it is less, then the distance may be too small and the use of the kitchen wall impossible.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Direct Kitchen
Direct kitchens have many advantages. If the room is open to the living room, you can do kitchen work and participate in family and social life. With the kitchen closed, the owners are isolated. Furniture and household appliances can be placed in the kitchen on one wall without losing either the functionality or aesthetics of the room. Manufacturers of kitchen furniture convince of this using the example of their latest collections.
However, it cannot be denied that the single-row housing, with its many advantages, also has several disadvantages. An open kitchen requires constant cleaning. You can't afford to leave dirty dishes on the countertop or in the sink. In addition, the oven and kitchen fronts should be frequently washed to remove grease. It's also not a good solution for people who need a lot of storage space. Therefore, sometimes a much better solution may be the so-called semi-open kitchenette, that is, in the shape of an L or P, covering some areas of the unit
Stylistic and color solutions for linear kitchen layout
A snow-white kitchen with traditional kitchen cabinet fronts is relevant at all times and with any furniture layout. Light-colored surfaces of storage systems visually increase the space, look fresh and clean, and bring lightness to the kitchen interior even with the impressive size of the furniture and household appliances.
Snow-white glossy surfaces of kitchen facades are recognized as the most practical cabinet design options in terms of daily cleaning. On a light gloss, traces of water drops or fingerprints are not visible, which cannot be said about dark or bright shades of kitchen facades.
The modern design of white kitchen cabinets strives for the greatest minimalism - the absence of external fittings, smooth facades, rigor and conciseness in everything. To slightly dilute the snow-white idyll of the kitchen set and the same strict white table, you can choose chairs for the dining area made of wood or bamboo. Not only will the natural shade dilute the color scheme of the room, but the designs themselves will add a little warmth to the decor of the kitchen space.
To dilute the total white color of the kitchen set, you can use dark stone for the countertops, creating contrasting combinations. And some lightness will be given to the spacious furniture ensemble by inserts on the facades of the upper tier cabinets made of translucent, frosted glass.
An alternative to a white kitchen is to use pastel shades to paint traditional kitchen facades. The resulting color scheme not only makes a favorable impression on household members, but also on their guests; in such a kitchen space, everyone will feel cozy and comfortable.
Another option is to use a light, pastel shade to decorate a large kitchen set, located linearly. For a walk-through room with a large dining area, this layout turned out to be optimal. The dining group, made in a combination of the two most opposite colors - black and white, is responsible for the brightness and contrast in the room.
For a country-style kitchen, especially one located in a country house, you can often see the use of open shelves for dishes and kitchen accessories instead of the upper tier of cabinets. Dishes placed in plain sight leave some imprint of rural life on the kitchen interior.
To create a retro-style kitchen interior, you can take traditional kitchen cabinets as a basis, but do not use the upper tier. Bright posters from the past and a retro refrigerator in a bright design will indicate belonging to the style. In addition, with this arrangement of household appliances, you successfully fulfill the rule of the “working triangle” and organize a rational and ergonomic work process in the kitchen.
Traditional kitchen fronts are also suitable for decorating a loft-style room. The decoration of the room may be responsible for belonging to a certain style. To decorate narrow and long spaces with furniture, neutral colors for kitchen cabinets and bright wood for countertops are suitable. Refusal of the upper part of the cabinets in favor of wooden open shelves will also help create a special atmosphere in the original design of the kitchen-dining room.
A single-row kitchen set consisting of smooth neutral cabinet fronts is ideal for a kitchen-dining room in a minimalist style. The strict and laconic design is diluted only by the contrasting color of the tabletops and the edging of the entire furniture ensemble. The distance between the main kitchen segments is quite large and the housewife will have to run a lot between the stove, sink and refrigerator. But what can be done in a room with large windows, where hanging the top tier of kitchen cabinets is not possible?
The use of the upper tier of cabinets in a sleek and simple design does not change the minimalist atmosphere of the kitchen-dining room work area. In such rooms, only the dining group can bring uniqueness or brightness to the room.
Small straight kitchen
A straight kitchen is ideal for small apartments. Furniture for one wall is best. Look how good the kitchen set looks. Furniture installation requires more attention. Single-row straight kitchens are usually chosen by people who are renovating their apartment for the first time, which is mainly due to the need to save space. Especially when the kitchen is long and narrow, a single-row layout is often chosen. It is important that in its interior you can move freely or sit at the table, and also that everything is at hand when preparing food. Therefore, proper placement of equipment in a single-line enclosure is critical.
Start organizing your small kitchen by measuring it and preparing a plan for the cabinetry. Furniture arranged in a single row along the wall is a solution that provides ease of work and freedom of movement in the interior. A straight kitchen also allows you to make the most of the available space, for example for a small table. This solution is also recommended for all kitchens.
Manufacturers' offer includes furniture in modern shapes, colors and styles. Practical cabinets and drawers allow you to organize kitchen utensils, dishes and small items. Multi-colored cabinet fronts, matte or varnished surfaces and decorative handles will give the interior a cozy atmosphere. You can also choose more minimalist, handleless furniture with simple, economical shapes. Most importantly, fashionable frames are available at a variety of prices. For example, they can cost as much as a good quality bicycle or car.
Small kitchen: a good plan
When arranging cabinets and household appliances in a small kitchen in a row, it is worth following the order: refrigerator, sink, stove. The location of the sink in the middle provides easy access to water during the initial cleaning of food and during preparation. All household appliances in a small kitchen should be separated by a countertop. The minimum length of the worktop between the refrigerator and the sink and on both sides of the oven is 40 cm. Every small kitchen should have a worktop at least 80 cm long. In a straight kitchen, the sink and stove are usually separated. In limited space, the stove can also be placed between the refrigerator and the sink.
Note: When installing a cabinet in a corner, it is good to use a spacer bar between the side and the wall to make the door and drawers easier to open.
Until recently, direct kitchens were found only in small interiors. Today you can also find kitchen units on one wall in large rooms. It’s not surprising, since single-row kitchens are a very popular trend.
Layouts for linear kitchens
Let's look at where a straight kitchen will look better:
- In a small kitchen, where they spend little time and do not store a lot of food.
- In kitchens with an irregular layout: with access to a loggia (balcony), with ledges (niches), very narrow.
- When 1 person lives in an apartment or while young people are childless.
- When little or rarely cooking is done in the kitchen, they make do with small snacks (coffee in the morning and pizza is heated in the microwave).
- If you want a separate dining area: a large table surrounded by chairs or a sofa.
Advantages of direct (linear) kitchens:
- It is much easier for an independent project to design a straight kitchen.
- The most affordable linear headsets.
- Compact furniture will make the kitchen more spacious.
When choosing a modular kitchen, a set in one row is convenient. If you have a non-standard layout, it is better to order a linear kitchen. It will fit perfectly into even a small room or studio.
Flaws:
- In a one-line kitchen, there is no triangle for the most necessary items, and the ergonomics are inferior to the U-shaped, and even angular, configuration.
- A headset longer than 4 m is inconvenient to use.
- If the area is small, it will be difficult to place a refrigerator, or you will have to reduce the working area.
Direct kitchen options in closed and open rooms
Installing a direct kitchen is a simple and practical solution. All cabinets and appliances are in one row. If the wall is long enough, there will be no problem with placing all the equipment, but there will be a lot of cabinets. If your wall isn't too long, you might want to consider tall upper cabinets to reclaim some of that wasted space.
In the open kitchen
A straight kitchen is an excellent solution for interiors in which the cooking room is connected to the living room. In the open living area, the kitchen should become a single whole. Therefore, furniture should be selected to match the style of the living room, and also perform representative functions. The space between the kitchen and living room can be divided in different ways or left completely empty.
In a closed kitchen
Kitchen furniture on one wall is not only a solution for open kitchens. Ideal for small spaces where it is difficult to find another type of furniture. You can, for example, use the free space as a place to eat.
Linear kitchen: photo selection of interiors
How the kitchen furniture will be arranged largely depends on the characteristics of the room and its functions. For example, will it be just a cooking space, or will it be planned to combine the kitchen with a dining room or living room. Linear placement of kitchen units is quite common, especially when there is only one wall available, or if the room is too narrow and does not allow the use of any other configuration.
Linear kitchen layout is one of the simplest. It is suitable for both small and very spacious rooms.
Furniture is placed along only one wall of the kitchen. It is important to observe the sequence of arrangement of modules with technical equipment. It will be most convenient if you first install the refrigerator, then the sink, and only then the stove.
It is good to leave at least 60 cm of working surface between them. Thus, the minimum length of the kitchen for relatively comfortable use should be at least 2.4 m.
However, too long a row of furniture is also not always convenient, since you will have to constantly travel quite a long way from the beginning to the end of the kitchen and back. Of course, these are not strict rules; everyone is free to equip the kitchen at their own discretion, according to their own habits and vision.
By the way, the refrigerator can stand completely separately, not in the same row with the kitchen.
Often it is placed on the opposite wall in the corner or even in the corridor. Thus, it falls out of the furniture set and does not need to be taken into account when planning.
If the refrigerator is part of the overall ensemble, then when planning a linear kitchen it is important to decide in advance whether it will be built-in or not. With built-in headset models it looks more harmonious, as it creates a single composition.
The only negative is that such refrigerators are somewhat smaller in internal volume than standard ones. However, as a rule, this is not too critical. But the kitchen takes on a very harmonious look.
The built-in refrigerator also allows you to plan a symmetrical linear set. In this case, it is placed on one side, and on the other - a tall pencil case with shelves, an oven or a microwave oven.
There are two general design options here. For example, you can focus on the stove if you want to highlight the center of the composition. Then the hob (separately or together with the oven) is planned strictly in the middle of the row of furniture. In this case, a beautiful and noticeable hood is used, which is the compositional center.
If you want to maintain symmetry, but you can’t position the stove this way, then you should pay attention to the built-in hoods.
In this case, there will no longer be a clearly visible center, but the set will remain harmonious and beautiful.
At the same time, free-standing models of refrigerators also often work well to fit into the overall composition.
For example, you can try to match the colors of the kitchen and refrigerator in the same range. Or, if the device has a metal surface rather than a painted one, it is worth using the rest of the equipment with the same parts, for example, matte or polished chrome.
They also often purchase refrigerators that are wider than the standard size of 60 cm. Then they cannot be built in either. But in this case, functionality is much more important than any symmetry.
In size, linear kitchens can be quite compact; they contain only the essentials. This option is suitable for studios and apartments with a small kitchen, as well as for those people who do not cook at home too often and do not have a large number of kitchen utensils.
Those who have a larger room can create a longer row of furniture.
This set will fit everything you need and will also have a large work surface, which is very important for many.
The linear layout does not have too many variations in the arrangement of kitchen modules, but it is one of the most common. Planning such a set is quite simple, and there is a place for it in almost any apartment.
Studio apartment: direct kitchen with living room
A single-row enclosure should not be a necessity due to space constraints. See how to decorate your kitchen beautifully and functionally. The combined living room and kitchen area is a very popular solution in modern apartments and houses. This works especially when you have limited space. The function of the kitchen in this case is the annex, the location of which becomes especially important since it affects the reception of the entire living area.
Single-row designs are ideal for a kitchenette. Single-wall furniture takes up little space and is also the easiest to coordinate with the rest of the room because it is less visually intrusive in a minimalist style, and the bright colors of the living room can complement the furniture perfectly.
A straight kitchen is not a compromise only for small interiors. This is, first of all, an excellent option for combining the kitchen with the living room. Cabinets and drawers built into one wall serve as a chest of drawers. The set also has a convenient worktop for cooking. A popular and fashionable solution is also the combination of a single-row kitchen corner with a spacious island, onto which you can move the workspace, and line the entire wall with cabinets and household appliances. Then you need to remember that the style of the kitchen should go well with the design of the living room.
Direct kitchen in a niche
Straight kitchens can be built into a recess in the wall, allowing the furniture to take up even less space. An interesting solution is furniture for one wall, integrated with a hinged door that can cover the work surface if necessary.
The single-row housing is also a very practical solution. The arrangement of all appliances, drawers and work surfaces in one row ensures ease of use of the kitchen without the need for long trips between furniture located under different walls. It is worth choosing models with upper cabinets directed towards the ceiling. Then you will make the most of the available space, and rarely used appliances will not clutter up the space on the kitchen countertop.
Straight narrow kitchen
Furniture and household appliances can be installed in the kitchen on one wall, without losing either the functionality or aesthetics of the room. Manufacturers of kitchen furniture convince of this by demonstrating the latest collections. The narrow space of the kitchen does not allow creating complex layouts of kitchen cabinets. Direct headsets remain. Even in the narrowest kitchen you can fit everything you need while maintaining an ergonomic layout and fashionable design.
Modern sets allow you to create the ideal kitchen, which would be designed in accordance with the principle of work areas, and for this it has everything that the housewife dreams of:
- wide drawers;
- convenient sink;
- Dishwasher;
- microwave.
Optimally designed by specialists, straight kitchens are the best way to quickly create a functional area for preparing and eating food.
The main question in kitchen design
The first step towards your dream kitchen is dividing the space into zones. To start designing a rectangular kitchen, you first have to decide what you need the kitchen for. For meals with family, communication with guests, cooking, rare meals. Analyze daily chores. Even if the room area is small, this approach will help to significantly optimize the space. In this case, the area is divided into 2 zones: preparation and dining (table or bar counter).
A creative approach will help turn even a small kitchen into a masterpiece Source img.aviarydecor.com
The large area of the room allows you to divide the room into the following zones:
- food preparation and storage,
- dining room with dining group,
- bar counter,
- recreation area;
- children's Corner.
In homes where the kitchen and living room are combined, the seating area may include a fireplace. The fireplace and fireplace area can serve as a separate area.
Bachelor's territory. The space is divided into cooking, eating, relaxing and working areas. Source emergencyhoustonplumber.com
For small children, in a spacious kitchen you can also allocate an individual space for a table or even a play rug. Then, even if the mother is very busy preparing the meal, the child will be under supervision.
Fashionable straight kitchen design
In ready-made kitchen sets, many color duets have been created that can match the interior of any style. Painted wood, such as pear, oak, pine or wenge, comes from a collection of the latest decors that can be successfully sourced from flooring or room furniture manufacturers, so you can easily create a coordinated interior and make your kitchen look like it's been custom-made. One way to organize a straight kitchen is to install two large cabinets with built-in appliances at two ends with a niche with a worktop between them. The kitchen on one wall allows you to create space for a comfortable dining nook. It can, for example, separate the kitchen area from the living room.
Straight kitchens from wall to wall and to ceiling
If you want the kitchen to be located on one wall using maximum space, you should choose an XL solution, i.e. a set right up to the ceiling. This can be one row of tall, capacious cabinets or two rows of lower cabinets of varying depths. A kitchen that stretches right up to the ceiling is a real hit. It looks great and makes the most of the available space.
Features of the linear layout of the kitchen set
A straight or I-shaped kitchen set is a furniture complex in which all modules are installed along one line.
This option for arranging furniture has many advantages:
- affordable cost - the design does not contain non-standard and corner modules;
- ease of installation - if desired, you can install a direct kitchen yourself;
- ease of operation - no matter the sequence of furniture arrangement, the housewife will have direct access to any module;
- The design possibilities are wide - a linear kitchen can be decorated in any style and color scheme.
The disadvantages of this solution include:
- difficulties in organizing a work triangle;
- a set that is too long (more than 4 meters) is inconvenient and the housewife will be more tired when cooking;
- It is difficult to integrate household appliances into a small linear kitchen.
Nevertheless, a direct kitchen set is an ideal option in the following cases:
- when the area of the room is limited and ranges from 3 to 8 sq.m.;
- if the room has the shape of a narrow, elongated rectangle;
- when organizing a kitchen in a studio apartment;
- if you want to place a soft kitchen corner in addition to the work area.
The best direct kitchens
A straight kitchen is a convenient solution for both large and small interiors. In the latter case, it works especially well because the absence of walls dividing the kitchen creates the impression of more space. See inspiring ideas for straight kitchens.
Until recently, kitchenettes were only associated with studios or small apartments in a block. Today, however, even in large apartments this type of furniture also looks great. This allows you to make better use of space, organizing a suitable style for the entire interior. If the kitchen is small and narrow, and the wall separating it from the next room cannot be used, then the best solution would be to demolish it. In this way, the kitchenette and living room will create one interior with the best proportions for use. The direct kitchen is also a solution readily used in the studio.
Modern straight kitchen
A modern straight kitchen consists of many elements, the color and texture of the walls, the type and size of cabinets, the type of material from which the set is made. However, even if all this is found in the kitchen, it will not become a modern-style room if it is not properly organized. The room requires some effort from people who know how to select all these elements and put them together correctly. Most often, such a kitchen is characterized by simplicity of form, economical colors, practical and functional equipment.
A modern kitchen is visible at first glance. When entering such a room, one of the first features that can be noticed is the minimalism expressed in economical colors, so everything is in one color tone or two or three contrasting sets. It is also simplicity of form, manifested in furniture, materials used, as well as in the appearance of kitchen appliances and accessories. There is order in a modern kitchen because everything fits together and has its place, so when you enter the space you feel order and harmony.
Functionality in a straight modern kitchen
A modern kitchen should be functional, that is, where everything is at hand, where equipment makes it easier to prepare dishes, as well as clean up after them. The selection and arrangement of furniture and all appliances are precisely planned and designed to enhance the comfort of people using the kitchen. For this reason, in a modern direct kitchen you can easily find three zones related to the activities that are performed on their territory:
- food preparation area - there is a stove, a countertop on which dishes are prepared, an oven, a microwave, a convenient shelf with spices and the most necessary accessories (mixers, large spoons, ladles, etc.);
- washing area - here, of course, there is a sink and a dishwasher, there should be a place for drying dishes, a drawer with cutlery, cutting and other accessories;
- storage rooms - cabinets and shelves with pots, dishes, products necessary for cooking (flour, sugar, salt, etc.), as well as a blender and other appliances and accessories.
Designers claim that in the most functional kitchens, these zones form a triangle. In addition, it is believed that the kitchen worktop should be as long as possible, as it provides optimal comfort and practicality to the straight kitchen.
Lighting
Lighting is extremely important in a straight kitchen, and in a modern kitchen it is indispensable. Therefore, designers always take care to properly illuminate the work surface, table and individual areas. For this purpose, various types of lighting are used:
- traditional;
- halogen;
- scattered;
- spot.
Lamps appear along the edges, inside cabinets, on the walls and on the ceiling. They perform not only an auxiliary, but also a decorative function.
Straight kitchen in rustic style (country)
Country kitchens are still popular. Their sentimental charm, mood, warmth and reference to tradition mean that people are keen to choose such a device for their apartment or home. Consider the rules and requirements for arranging such a kitchen.
To be considered rustic, a kitchen must meet several conditions. First of all, it is equipped with furniture and appliances made from natural materials, wood, brick, stone, ceramics, wickerwork, and lace. The vast majority of items found in a country kitchen fit into this style. These are, for example, clay or ceramic dishes, brass pots, wooden spoons, lace curtains, tablecloths and napkins, linen fabrics. You can find stylized stained glass windows, galleries, decorative cornices, and folk decorations. Some items are specially seasoned to look original. A modern country kitchen might look like the photo below.
Appropriate Accessories
Country-style kitchens may belong to different regions, featuring special furniture decor, stylized embroidery or embellishment, but what connects them is more important. And such elements that are found in each of these types are practical and impractical additions. These include various types of ornate containers, colorful jars and wicker baskets. They are placed on shelves, on windows and cornices, and hung on walls. You can add old family photographs, paintings and landscapes, clocks, and patterned plaques on the walls.
Video description
In the video, the design of a country house in Provence style with a rectangular kitchen:
High tech
All things are in their place, there is nothing superfluous. All interior elements primarily carry a functional load.
The slogan of the high-tech style is: space, convenience and the dictates of the latest technologies. Source womanadvice.ru
Ecostyle
Every detail must be natural. Environmentally friendly materials are used for decoration: wood, stone, clay. To plastic and chemical products - a firm no.
The destination is characterized by a special atmosphere of closeness to nature. Source cavio.com.ua
Mediterranean style
Natural shades dominate: white – the color of the clouds, ultramarine – the color of the sea and woody ones. Source comfortoria.ru
The main palette of blue-brown-sand creates a cozy atmosphere. Massive beams successfully complement the overall design. Source img1.badfon.ru
Chalet
Cozy atmosphere of alpine houses Source external-preview.redd.it
Half-timbered
Always at the peak of popularity. The design uses exclusively environmentally friendly materials: natural stone, wood, leather. Source tetonheritagebuilders.com
Minimalism
Neat facades. Notice the lack of visible fittings. Complete freedom from unnecessary details and details. Source i.ytimg.com
Height and depth of cabinets in a straight kitchen
The best way to choose a cabinet type is to analyze what you have most and least in your kitchen, from dry foods to pots and kitchen utensils. If you have a lot of cutlery, knives and other tools, it's worth planning for more drawers. With several jugs, bottles or thermoses for example, maybe you only need one high shelf. A large collection of cups, on the other hand, fits comfortably without being too high, allowing you to make better use of more cabinet space. If you use many types of flour, it would be good to lay them out, for example, on shelves, and the butter collection will conveniently fit in the narrow baskets of the cargo cabinets.
Standard cabinet depth:
- standing - 60 cm;
- hanging - 30 cm.
Standard cabinet height:
- standing - 80-87.5 cm;
- hanging - 80 cm.
Note! The height of the cabinets depends on the level at which you want to place the countertop. When setting up a kitchen, it is best to adapt it to your personal height, that is, a few centimeters below the level where your elbow is when you stand upright.
Remember that when choosing the height of standing cabinets, you must take into account the thickness of the countertop that will be installed on top of them. The recommended minimum distance between the top and bottom of a wall cabinet is 45cm.
