(+137 photos) Kitchen sets for small corner kitchens

Dimensions

In order to choose a set, you first need to think about the size of the kitchen. Manufacturers offer a large number of sizes; there are special programs with which you can determine the required footage.

Depending on the total area, we estimate successful options.

For a kitchen 6 sq m:

For a kitchen 9 sq m:

Advantages and disadvantages

According to some experts, the corner kitchen layout stands out for its convenience, so it is very often used not only in small but also in large rooms.

But when the question of choice does not arise before the owners and they are forced to operate just such a kitchen, plus a rather modest size, it is worth considering in detail its main positive and negative features.

As a rule, such a room is a triangular work area with a set of furniture and household appliances. As an advantage of such a small room arrangement, it is worth highlighting the possibility of rational use of the corners, which allows you to expand the work space.

In addition, in such rooms the design is more thought out, thanks to which a functional triangle “stove-refrigerator-sink” is created.

Most often, compact mini-kitchens stand out from the crowd of design projects due to their ergonomics and individual design and design. This is due to the use of special rotating systems for storing kitchen utensils and even placing household appliances for small corner kitchen sets.

Such non-standard options for doors and cabinets make it possible to make a corner kitchen more spacious, and therefore more comfortable to use.

As a rule, manufacturers of modern furniture offer a lot of useful modules specifically for small corner kitchens, for example, popular carousel racks or hanging shelves.

Most often, the set occupies the maximum height of the walls in the room, which allows you to place all the necessary devices and fixtures in it.

Using the L-shaped furniture project, you can thoroughly approach the issue of zoning this functional room in your home.

Most often, the area of ​​the room is divided into a corner dining area and a working area, which are placed on different sides of the kitchen. There is also a design option using a bar counter, which can combine two functions at once - serve as a dining table and a worktop.

The U-shaped option involves dividing the kitchen into three zones.

Corner ready-made or custom-made sets look many times more attractive than standard options, which allows you to turn even a small room in a small apartment into a decoration for the entire residential building or apartment.

Also, corner kitchen options are in demand for homes where, due to a lack of square meters, studio rooms are created.

But there are disadvantages in such projects, the main ones are discussed below.

Despite the large selection of design ideas for planning such rooms, some inconveniences may arise during the operation of the set in the area of ​​​​the joints of table tops and furniture.

Very often in a corner kitchen the useful area under the sink is not taken into account if it is placed in the corner.

Corner sets cannot be placed in too narrow rooms. Problems can also arise in rooms with complex layouts, where there will be niches or protrusions. In this case, furnishing a kitchen is only possible with custom-made furniture, which may require more funds.

Also among the disadvantages of corner sets, it is worth highlighting the presence of a large number of joints in the furniture, into which moisture will inevitably get in during operation, which can cause fungus. Therefore, it is important to entrust the installation to professionals, and also be sure to use protective ties for the headset.

The interiors of corner small-sized kitchens mostly involve installing a sink in the corner.

But as practice shows, this option is very inconvenient during operation.

Advantages and disadvantages of a corner kitchen layout

The undoubted advantages of a corner kitchen include:

• Such a set takes up little space , which is especially important for old-style apartment buildings with miniature kitchen areas. Also, small size will be a plus for studio apartments, which are more typical of modern construction.
• Convenience of use: due to the fact that all functional parts of the room are in maximum proximity, an ergonomic effect is created that any housewife will appreciate.
• With a corner layout, the set usually includes a large number of cabinets and drawers (including wall ones) that can accommodate all the necessary kitchen utensils and accessories - so even in a miniature room it will be possible to find a place for each thing.
• Often, a corner kitchen has an L-shaped layout, which allows you to divide the room into two areas - a working and dining area. You can read more here.
• Most often, a corner kitchen set is created to individual measurements, which makes it possible to make maximum use of the space and choose only those modules that best suit your needs.

In addition to the described advantages, the corner layout also has disadvantages:

• Difficulties may arise directly with the corner element of the headset , especially if there are protrusions, pipes and other “obstacles”. Usually a sink is placed in it, but practice shows that this is not the most convenient option, especially for people with large builds.
• Individual design often significantly increases the cost of furniture , so you need to be prepared to spend more than when buying a regular set.
• A small drawback is also that the opening lines of doors and drawers often intersect , and this can create some inconvenience if several people work in the kitchen at once.

Despite the described inconveniences, the advantages of a corner layout more than cover them, which is why such a kitchen has not gone out of fashion for many years.

Advice! Small kitchen spaces are most common in Russia, which is why Russian manufacturers offer a large assortment of corner kitchen furniture - this fact must be kept in mind when choosing interior details.

Types of kitchen units

Since not all modern housing and old buildings have spacious kitchens, domestic and foreign manufacturers offer many options for kitchen mini-sets, standard models or with the possibility of custom-designed ones.

4 types of layout

L-shaped kitchen

An L-shaped kitchen is ideal for medium and small spaces: the sink is in the corner of the unit, the stove and refrigerator are to the right and left of it.

With a peninsula

This arrangement of furniture is optimal in a studio apartment or a large rectangular kitchen.

With an island

The island layout will be appreciated by owners of a spacious kitchen in the house or a kitchen combined with a living room. In a small apartment, give preference to a peninsula or buy a mobile island table - they take up less space.

Corner kitchens with bar counter

A bar counter is an additional work surface, but more often it is a place where you can drink coffee and have a snack. In a small apartment it can completely replace the dining table.

• A cabinet with drawers, a minibar, and a wine refrigerator can be built into the base of the counter.

Right angle

Choose this option if there is little space in the kitchen or the renovation budget is strictly limited. A serious disadvantage is difficult access to the contents of the corner cabinet. You can install roll-out, pull-out or rotating shelves, which will make your life much easier, but they are not cheap.

And if there is a sink in the corner, you will no longer be able to use the fittings.

With beveled corner (trapezoid cabinet)

This design is good when you have a corner sink, no dishwasher and often have back pain. It’s easier to get something out of a slanted cabinet, you won’t have to reach for the sink, and you’ll spend less effort washing dishes.

The disadvantage is obvious: a cut corner is larger than a straight corner (standard sizes of pentagonal cabinets are 850 by 850 and 900 by 900 mm) and often looks bulky. Therefore, this solution is not suitable for owners of a tiny kitchen.

With a sink in the corner

A kitchen with a sink in the corner is the most common type of layout, especially in Khrushchev. A corner sink model is usually built into a trapezoid cabinet. In a kitchen with a right angle, the best choice is a miniature round sink or a compact rectangular sink with one or two bowls.

See the photos for examples:

With ventilation box/protrusion

In both old houses and new buildings, there may be an air duct in the corner, which spoils the design of the kitchen and complicates the arrangement of furniture.

When the ventilation duct is small, the obstacle is easy to get around: the furniture manufacturer will simply reduce the depth of the floor cabinets:

When the box protrudes forward, the most reasonable thing is to divide the set into two parts, as in the examples in the photo:

With work surface

You can place here a tabletop dish drainer, a jug or water filter, a coffee maker, a toaster, or a microwave.

With stove

A stove is rarely placed in a corner, but sometimes this layout option is the only possible one. It is more convenient to install the hob into a trapezoid-shaped cabinet. This is what it looks like in real interiors:

With drawers

A non-standard item that is made only to order.

With open shelves

How to arrange the furniture?

The shape of the room and its design features dictate the rules for placing the L-shaped set. Let's consider several options for ideas for a corner kitchenette set:

1. Trapezoid

This solution allows you to use the corner (in this case, sloping) with maximum benefit - it is possible to install a sink or even a small hob here. But if the room area is less than 6 square meters. meters, it’s better to forget about the trapezoid in the corner.

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2. Right angle

If you don’t make a section here that will rotate or extend, this solution is unlikely to be truly comfortable to use. But the cabinet will take up minimal space, especially compared to the trapezoid.

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3. Bar counter

If you have no more than three people living with you, the bar counter can be used as an alternative to the dining table. This life hack will also help you save the lion's share of useful space. The rack can be at the same level as the main modules or slightly higher.

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4. Rounded corner

In terms of advantages and disadvantages, this solution is comparable to the very first option - the trapezoid. Most often used in sets with curved facades. It turns out to be a very harmonious combination.

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5. Tabletop combined with a window sill

In this case, two ideas can be implemented:

1) Place the second part of the kit on the side of the window;

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2) Use the window sill tabletop as a bar counter. That is, a design that can be used instead of a dining table.

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To implement “point one”, you will need to show maximum responsibility - create openings in cabinets and countertops to ensure free circulation of heated air coming from the radiators.

6. No lockers at the top

The row that is hung on the wall can be removed completely or only partly. Of course, since you deprive yourself of these cabinets, there will be fewer places where you can store kitchen items, but the room will begin to feel more spacious.

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The freed-up space is also possible and even should be used usefully: hang a beautiful picture there, a TV of an appropriate size, a clock of the original model, useful organizers. Moreover, you can also install ordinary shelves/racks here. You can also install a hood on the side of the wall where there are no upper cabinets, and a stove in the bottom row of the set.

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7. Ventilation box

In small kitchen rooms of high-rise buildings built in the last century, ventilation ducts are most often located in the corner. Therefore, this ledge needs to be played out in such a way that it is beautiful - make a box, place furniture on both sides of it.

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8. Open top modules

Open shelves visually “lighten” the furniture set. This is especially true for small kitchens. But here you need to take one thing into account - you will need to wipe the surfaces from dust more often. For example, you can only “open” the closet in the corner. For example, arrange bottles of elite alcohol, beautiful glasses, and other decor.

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9. Pencil case

It is convenient to store necessary things here, and you can also install equipment in it. For example, a microwave oven/built-in oven.

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Table top Cedar 316/1 Wenge wood

The area is so small that its value does not exceed six to seven square meters. meters? Installing more than two pencil cases will load the space too much, so this is not necessary.

10. Cabinets of different depths

This idea is interesting and useful for the design of small kitchen sets in the shape of the letter “L”, because it makes it possible to make the space freer without depriving it of functionality due to the fact that the set on one side will be shallower in depth than on the other.

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Materials

An important issue when selecting kitchen sets is the type of material that is used to assemble the furniture. This nuance largely determines the service life of kitchen furniture.

As for corner sets, certain types of expensive and budget materials are used today as raw materials for their production.

Natural wood. Such models are distinguished by their environmental friendliness and high cost, however, due to regular contact with moisture, the headset quickly loses its visual appeal, so the material requires mandatory treatment with protective compounds.

MDF. This option is notable for its long service life, as well as good strength indicators. The above qualities determine the demand for raw materials for the manufacture of kitchen furniture.

The wear resistance of MDF is explained by the presence of several protective layers on the surface, which do not allow moisture and dirt to pass through, and also provide resistance to high temperatures.

Chipboard. This material has recently been very rarely used for the manufacture of kitchen furniture, since it is sensitive to moisture, upon contact with which it can be seriously deformed.

In addition, the raw materials are very fragile, but in light of their low cost, such models are still offered by manufacturers in a line of budget modules for corner and small-sized kitchen spaces, for example, for a summer house.

Glass. This variety acts as a raw material for the decorative design of sets. Most often, kitchen doors or shelves are made of glass; there are design projects in which countertops and kitchen tables are made of glass in kitchens.

The material is notable for its ease of care, but such a surface is very easy to damage when using kitchen appliances.

Metal alloys. Such raw materials are necessary for assembling kitchen modules, and various accessories are usually made from metal. The use of metal parts increases the service life of furniture; in addition, the raw materials do not require special care products, however, aggressive mechanical action or household chemicals can adversely affect the appearance and quality of the material in the future.

Polymer raw materials. Plastic comes in different types; in addition, it is notable for its wide range of colors, which allows the material to be used in individual kitchen interior design.

Modules made of plastic have high performance characteristics; in addition, sets made of polymers have a long service life, so they are used not only in residential premises.

Styles

According to many interior designers, corner kitchens are considered universal, so their layout and arrangement are possible in any style according to the wishes of the owners. The most popular options today are the following ideas.

Classic design

This direction involves the use of natural expensive materials for the arrangement - wood, marble and glass. In the classic version, the corner kitchen set will be made with clear lines in pastel colors with a glossy finish or wood carvings.

As a rule, kitchen equipment in such an interior will be hidden behind the doors of the modules, thanks to which the design stands out for its minimalism and laconicism.

High tech

A modern direction that is perfect for small corner-type living spaces. This layout will stand out for its simplicity with minimal or no decor. Most often, metal and polymer raw materials are used as materials for this interior solution.

The preferred color scheme is all shades of gray, red, black, orange.

Country

The direction with predominance in the arrangement of wooden structures. In addition to rather expensive wood, designers also widely use facades made of MDF and chipboard.

Country style welcomes the presence of open shelves with various decorative elements; the interior will also contain checkered textiles and items with floral prints.

Eclecticism

A popular solution for small corner kitchens, even 5-meter ones. Most often, furniture in this style direction is placed in an L-shaped version. The advantage of an interior in this style is the possibility of using kitchen sets made from various natural and synthetic materials, as well as combinations of them.

Kitchens with a sink in the corner

The water and sewerage supply in most layouts is in the corner of the kitchen and most often the sink is located there.

Let's go through the nuances.

Corner sink

Everyone goes through a stage when they want to make a corner sink and cut it along the lower and upper cabinets.

The practical meaning is doubtful.

All kitchen countertops, except for expensive options made of artificial and natural stone, have a visible joint at the corner.

If you use a corner sink with wings, then there will be 2 joints, and specifically in the area of ​​contamination.

Find and see at least 1 such kitchen in person. If you still want it, ok. But usually the desire disappears.

The upper and especially the lower corner cabinets turn out to be prohibitively deep. Below is a drawing in standard sizes. The depth of the section with the sink is 104 centimeters - more than a meter. It's inconvenient to use.

In terms of design, such a kitchen with a corner also looks like a compromise. If you want a modern interior, I would refrain. It fits better into styles with classic elements.

Regular

Placing a regular sink in a corner is standard.

A couple of tips:

• If you want a dishwasher, position it so that you can open both it and the cabinet with the trash can at the same time. In corner kitchens, it is often impossible to open both doors at the same time, which causes a lot of inconvenience.
• Do not wash next to the stove. Usually, while the food is being prepared, cleaning is going on. And standing near hot things is uncomfortable. The ideal option is a free countertop (working area) between the sink and the hob.
• Choose a faucet with a built-in faucet for filtered water and a detergent dispenser built into the sink - this improves the appearance and makes cleaning easier.

It is clear that the smaller the kitchen, the more difficult it is to implement the first 2 points, but it is already useful to think about it.

Corner kitchen set for a small kitchen: emphasis on colors

A small kitchen will become even smaller if you install a dark-colored kitchen set. Take a closer look at the facades:

• cream;
• white;
• beige;
• light gray;
• pale blue;
• or light wood color.

It would be nice to finish the walls to match the furniture. Then the kitchen set will visually merge with the kitchen decor and become one with it.

But it’s better to avoid bright citrus shades. They will visually reduce the space.

Even if you have a limited budget, you can choose small corner kitchens of economy class and make the design cozy and comfortable.

As you can see, corner kitchens for a small kitchen are a real find. If you approach the organization of space wisely, the interior will turn out cozy and functional. The designers of the Dekorin project wanted to convey this idea to you. We hope we were able to inspire you.

How to choose the right color for a small corner kitchen

As you know, color plays an important role in the perception of the interior. Since small kitchens are most often part of a small room, when choosing a color scheme it is better to give preference to light colors.

The most popular colors are beige, gray and milky.

If you want bright colors, then they can be used when decorating such details as curtains, napkins, tablecloths, etc. – that is, correctly building the interaction of the main color and accents in the interior.

In kitchens with a corner layout, natural “wooden” colors will look good.

However, here it is also better to give preference to light shades that visually expand and lighten the room.

Do not forget that lighting is very important for the correct perception of color: here the best option would be not a large chandelier in the middle, but spotlights scattered throughout the room.

Advice! When planning lighting, pay attention to the possibility of integrating LED lamps into wall cabinets - this is a very convenient option for the work area.

Where should the sink be located?

When choosing to install a sink, you need to consider:

• its dimensions;
• how much space will be left for the work area;
• how it will fit into the overall interior.

And so, popular placement methods:

A corner sink is a great space saver. Looks stylish and modern. The only caveat is that everything must be clearly calculated so that installing such a structure does not waste a lot of nerves.

You can install the sink near the window. A unique solution that will make a small space interesting, comfortable and functional.

It also makes sense to pay attention to the standard location, in the center of the headset or against the wall. This will help save time and simplify the task.

Furniture

The choice of small-sized kitchen furniture today is very wide. It is worth keeping in mind that the dimensions of the furniture must correspond to the overall dimensions of the room: it is better to give preference to small or medium-sized rectangular modules, otherwise there is a risk of unnecessary cluttering of the space.

As for the doors, folding and folding options fit best into such a kitchen.

In addition, you can pay attention to open shelves, which are not inferior in convenience to closed ones, but add originality to the design.

• When choosing furniture, you should pay attention to a technique that can visually enlarge the ceilings and expand the space - this is the use of narrow cabinets.
• For the same purposes, drawers and cabinets with high legs are well suited, which are also convenient for cleaning the room.
• As for arranging the dining area, a round table and stools are best suited for a small kitchen, which will also contribute to the visual expansion of the kitchen.
• If the room is very small, you can pay attention to folding tables and chairs - fortunately, today there is a wide variety of such furniture, and even this option can look stylish and expensive.

Selecting the end

It may be open or closed. The first option provides an excellent opportunity to place dishes and accessories on the shelves so that it is beautiful.

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And the second will help not to overload the room with unnecessary items. But here it is important to choose a façade that is in harmony with the overall design.

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Window sill as part of a kitchen unit

Sometimes the best home kitchen designers are women who find themselves in miniature spaces. Here, in a tiny area, you need to somehow arrange all the necessary furniture for cooking, arrange electrical appliances and allocate space for the dining table.

The idea of ​​using a window sill sometimes becomes the most optimal option when, while working or eating, you can admire the surrounding street panorama, and good daylight is a double plus.

At first, the idea of ​​a sink located in the bowels of a window sill may seem absurd, but looking at the photo, we are convinced that such a continuation of the corner set looks quite logical. Another convenient option is to install a window sill under the dining table, which will free up more space in the kitchen for installing other necessary furniture or appliances.

Kitchen for a bachelor

Single life has its positive sides in some ways. In particular, this applies to the purchase of furniture, when there is no need to purchase large items, and small compact sets become the most profitable solution.

One of the options in the photo clearly demonstrates a corner set, characterized by its compactness and, at the same time, amazing functionality.

There is no hob provided here, which will most likely be replaced by a bachelor’s set of a microwave and a multicooker, but the modules that make up a capacious storage system are harmoniously arranged.

The length of the set is 1x1.5 m with a depth of 60 cm, so even in a small kitchen it will leave enough free space for installing a refrigerator, stove and decorating a relaxation area with a dining table, where you can have fun with friends.

Those who strive for fashion trends and are used to surprising guests should pay attention to the following model of a corner kitchen with an unusual shape. An absolutely stunning design with smooth lines of furniture, an original shape of the sink and hob, will undoubtedly attract the eye.

At the same time, all areas of the working surface are located in a very convenient way, and the width of the tabletop allows it to serve as a bar counter. After all, it is very convenient when you can communicate with guests without interrupting the cooking process.

If you wish, you can even demonstrate a master class by preparing a delicious dish.

Useful tips for creating a corner kitchen unit design in small kitchens

Tip 1: Safety distance

The options for L-shaped kitchen sets for mini-rooms are very diverse, but creating a safe space between the sink, stove and refrigerator is necessary in any case. Provide at least 50-60 centimeters between the stove and sink, and at least 15-20 centimeters between the refrigerator and stove.

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Tip 2: It is permissible to install a maximum of two cabinets

Optimally, one tall cabinet with built-in appliances.

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Table top Cedar 997/Br Royal opal light

Tip 3: Make it to order

Perhaps this will be an excellent solution if the design of the room has any special features - a ventilation box/niche. The set, which was made to order by a furniture company, will take into account all these features, and the storage spaces will be arranged as comfortably as possible. Of course, the price will be higher than the standard one. If you don’t want to wait for the furniture to be made, you can try to assemble a set from ready-made modules that have different sizes, like a construction set.

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Tip 4: Built-in appliances

Choosing built-in models will certainly help make your kitchen look compact. Nothing here will violate the integrity of its design and style.

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Small corner kitchen with unusual solutions

An excellent solution for a small-sized kitchen would be to purchase a set that contains retractable systems. This option allows you to most efficiently arrange the necessary storage systems, work or dining surfaces, which, if not needed, will not occupy the kitchen space, ensuring free movement.

For example, it is very convenient to have a retractable table panel, which is useful for both eating and cooking.

It could even be a whole retractable block, which, with the help of simple manipulations, turns a linear layout into a corner one. Here, in addition to the folding tabletop, there are additional shelves for storing kitchen utensils.

Another interesting option is the unusual configuration of the lower retractable corner cabinet, where the doors exactly follow the shape of the corner. This creates maximum access to the internal filling, which often causes problems in corner structures.

A small corner kitchen can be functional and cozy even with a minimal area.

Corner kitchens for a small kitchen: what are their advantages?

You can benefit from any situation. A small room can be furnished in a fashionable and modern way by turning to a professional designer for help. Due to the fact that the area is small, you don’t have to save on furniture, allowing yourself a higher-quality set that will last for many years.

Corner kitchens for small kitchens, made to order, allow you to realize any wishes of the hostess.

In such headsets, the corner zone is interestingly played out using:

• unusual retractable mechanisms;
• carousel shelves;
• withdrawable systems;
• "accordion" type facades;
• lifting mechanisms.

Consider lighting carefully. It should be multi-level and accentuated. Skip the large chandelier—spot lighting on a glossy ceiling will add volume and height to the room. In the eating area above the table, you can place a lamp on a long cord. This will highlight the dining area.

Let the curtains be small, made of light flowing fabric. If your style allows, then avoid them completely. That's how it is here. You see, this doesn’t make the kitchen any less cozy.