Kitchen corners in a modern kitchen interior

Types of kitchen corners

Each person selects furniture that suits his requirements, tastes and financial capabilities. For some, functionality is important, while for others, only appearance is important. With this in mind, you can find a huge number of different types of kitchen corners.

L-shaped furniture is the most common option for organizing a dining area

Small kitchen corners

Suitable for use in small kitchens, they can easily accommodate 3-4 people. Equipped with seats with drawers, which adds spaciousness.

A full-fledged set for a small family can be placed even on 1.5 square meters

With sleeping places

At first glance, the idea of ​​adding extra sleeping space in the kitchen seems silly. But it should be noted that this is a practical choice if guests often stay overnight. This model has a higher price, so it is not suitable for everyone. They are also divided into 2 types:

1. Dolphin system. It is popular for use in small kitchens and living rooms. From the outside it looks like a very typical corner, but if you make an effort and unfold it, it turns into a real sofa.

   
   Dolphin system kitchen sofa with hanging pillows

2. French folding bed.
   It costs much less, but is not convenient to use. The folded design does not take up much space. Three sections are located under the frame; as soon as you need to unfold it, you just pull the straps. Most often they are made straight. The French folding bed requires more space to lay out the bed

For bay window

In a typical kitchen, it is not necessary to install a corner sofa; a regular table and chairs will do. As a result, the room will not be as cozy, but the harmony will not be disturbed. If the house has a bay window, then it is worth using the entire area and adding a corner. In most cases, bay window sofas are made to order, because there are no universal sizes for this element. When using this type, the dining room will turn out to be very elegant. This is not only a rational use of space, but also a convenient way out of the situation.

In a semicircular bay window it is logical to place a round table and a sofa with seats arranged in an arc

If desired, a semicircle can be made in a rectangular bay window by ordering oval seats with a wide upper tier, which will serve as a window sill

With extendable table

Almost every modern corner comes complete with an extendable table. Few people need a large countertop every day. If necessary, the table area can be increased; most often, the folding mechanism operates on the principle of a book. If the table is not sliding, then you should look for another model with some benefits.

The folding model takes up very little space when folded

Kitchen corner with storage drawers

Today, various corners have a large number of different additions, drawers being the most common of them. You always need to store services, household chemicals and other necessary things somewhere. Boxes inside the corners are the ideal solution.

A drawer under the kitchen corner seats is an excellent solution for increasing the number of storage systems in a small room

With bar

Often, in the interior of kitchens it is simply impossible to find a place for a minibar; a kitchen corner will be an excellent solution, because there will always be a place to store drinks there. It is located on the side of the sofa, and it looks like a small add-on shelf, open or closed, which is divided into lower and upper sections. It can also be located in the side section, but in a narrow compartment that extends forward. Inside there is a wire structure that can hold several bottles in a row. This bar is found in modern models in the minimalist or high-tech style. If the set includes a table, then the bar may be located inside it.

Red leather sofa with bar in the armrest

With shelf

A shelf in the kitchen is never superfluous, and near a soft corner, it not only looks beautiful, but also takes on additional meaning. Such shelves are divided into several types:

1. Located in the center of the sofa, namely in the narrow corner section.
2. Running along the perimeter of the upper part, located close to the wall.
3. The shelf is located slightly higher than the level of the back.

The shelf will serve as an additional decoration, allow you to place memorable accessories or figurines, put newspapers or magazines.

Soft corner with shelf in the corner section

Additional Information! A kitchen corner with sleeping places includes not only a sleeping place, but also such additions as a shelf or a minibar.

Kitchenette with sleeping area

An extra bed is never superfluous. Especially in one-room apartments. You’ll never guess when a second cousin will drop by or a childhood friend will come to your city on business. The designs for turning a simple kitchen sofa into a full-fledged sleeping place are very diverse. The photo below shows only a few, but the most popular types. However, a kitchen sofa with a sleeping place will not fit into every kitchen, because at least one side must be as long as human height (that is, almost 2 meters!).

A sofa with a sleeper has one more drawback - the need to put the kitchen table somewhere in order to spread it out.

Advantages of kitchen corners

Not every person can boast of a spacious kitchen; this is what allows you to place a full-fledged sofa, table and chairs. Taking this into account, the owners have to choose one thing; in most cases, preference is not given to the corner. Which is in vain, because it has its advantages.

• Purchasing a corner is more profitable than buying chairs. Not including the plastic ones, which are popular with people who picnic outdoors.
• Unusual look. It looks stylish and much more interesting than ordinary chairs. There are a lot of upholstery options, this will allow the model to fit into the interior.
• Additional storage space.
• Convenience. Many will agree that sofas are much cozier and more comfortable than chairs. This factor greatly affects the atmosphere of the room.
• Space saving.

Kitchen corners are significantly superior to chairs, because they provide high comfort. No stress during lunch or dinner. Inside the seats there is elastic polyurethane foam, which helps achieve optimal rigidity. Practicality is also an important aspect, because high-quality upholstery, made of leatherette or textiles impregnated with Teflon, will not require frequent maintenance.

If you want to hide utilities under the window, why not arrange comfortable soft seats in this place

The modern furniture market offers a large selection of sofas, including multifunctional models. In addition to standard functions, they provide:

• formation of a sleeping place, therefore, comfortable sleep;
• compact storage of things thanks to drawers.

General information about kitchen corners

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

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

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

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

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

Dimensional long backrest of the kitchen corner

Types of kitchen corners: size, material, upholstery and type of softness

Which corners are better, soft or hard? It is impossible to answer for sure, because it all depends on the taste of a particular person and the design of the room.

1. Hard corners.
   Hard ones are distinguished by both lower price and durability. They are not so difficult to care for, because they are resistant to dirt, but the downside is that they do not look very cozy. For greater comfort, you can purchase additional pillows. A hard corner will fit well in a kitchen in Provence or country style, and it is suitable for those who do not like to sit at the table
2. Soft corners. A sofa upholstered in soft and pleasant material will add comfort and convenience. When purchasing this model, you should pay attention to the upholstery, because it is an important aspect when choosing a purchase. The wear resistance of the sofa and its appearance depend on the material.

   
   It is very convenient when the sofa has a rigid base, and the soft seats can be easily removed. These pillows are easy to clean and can be replaced if necessary.

Housing material

An important detail on which the final style depends is the body material.

• Wooden. Real wood is what will bring an atmosphere of warmth and comfort to your home. This material will be appropriate when making parts for any style. Starting with classics and ending with Japanese minimalism. If desired, you can create an interesting contrast between the skin and the body.

  
  Wooden furniture will fit perfectly into the interior of a rustic kitchen

• Chrome plated.
  A large number of people prefer modern style, in which wood is replaced by metal, and large sizes are replaced by the lightest structures. When designing in a high-tech style, you shouldn’t even think about the choice of material, because it is obvious. If the choice falls on chrome parts, then you won’t have to think about the combination, because the interior will look complete and harmonious. When choosing a corner with a metal frame, you should pay attention to the quality of the product. Metal does not always mean reliability; sometimes the tubes used are very thin and fragile

Remember! Modern style = chrome corners.

To size

Typically, a large sofa ranges from 150 to 200 cm in length. Smaller ones, on average, are about 110 – 140 centimeters.

This dining area can comfortably seat four people, or even six if you add a couple of chairs to the table

Attention! The length of the folding sofa should not be less than 180 cm, if the height is less than 175.

The height of the seats should be 40-50 cm, the depth about 50-70, otherwise it will not be comfortable to sit at the table, and your legs will rest against the table. The total height of the corner, including the back, is somewhere around 80-95 cm. If the back is decorated with anything, the structure can exceed 100 centimeters.

The choice of corner size depends on the size of the kitchen, installation location and number of family members

Additional Information! 110-160 are standard numbers for accommodating three people. On such a sofa everyone will feel comfortable without touching each other when eating.

These are all approximate figures and it is not recommended to use them as a guide.

Upholstery

When choosing upholstery, it is worth considering many factors due to the upcoming use. We must not forget about the style of the kitchen. Upholstery comes in different materials:

• Eco leather. This is an analogue of real leather, the texture and appearance are very similar. High-quality eco-leather will not burst, will not stretch and will retain its beautiful appearance for many years. Cleaning from dirt is easy and quick.
• Jacquard. It looks like an expensive tapestry, but costs much less. The material is very dense and elastic. It usually uses large designs. This type of upholstery is not recommended if you have pets. Removal of dirt is carried out with a napkin or detergents.
• Matting. Suitable, like jacquard, if there are no pets in the house. Reminds me of burlap. The material is dense, does not wrinkle, and is also tear-resistant. The fabric, like jacquard, is well suited for upholstering sofas in the kitchen, provided there are no pets. The weave is reminiscent of burlap, but the texture is a little softer.
• Microvelour. This is an analogue of velor, superior in durability and ease of care. It feels and looks like suede. The fabric does not fade and can be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.

When choosing textile upholstery, make sure that the material is impregnated with water-repellent impregnation.

When choosing artificial or natural leather, remember that such upholstery will get warm in hot weather

Stylistic decisions

Modern

A modern kitchen corner is not overloaded with details. It can be made from a wide variety of materials. A distinctive feature of a modern soft kitchen sofa is the rich, rich palette of upholstery colors. Such sofas fit perfectly into high-tech, minimalism, industrial, and fusion styles.

Rustic

A corner that would fit perfectly into a country style must be made of wood. It is best if it is an ordinary wooden bench. However, you should not sacrifice comfort for style, especially since in this case it is not so necessary: ​​soft textile upholstery is quite acceptable. Textiles should be made of natural fibers, discreet and natural colors.

Retro

Give the old Soviet kitchen corner a new life? Easily! Turn it into a stylish retro vintage piece! Today on the Internet there are a dime a dozen companies that engage in furniture restoration. If you are confused by the price of their services, you can handle the restoration yourself. The amount of effort directly depends on the amount of work required. But most often it is necessary to update the varnish or color of wooden parts and change the upholstery.

Also, a corner for a kitchen in a retro style can be made to order or looked at in a catalog - today this style is very relevant, so the range is varied.

Kitchen corner design

Many people are faced with the problem of choosing a design for a kitchen corner. This process should be approached responsibly, because appearance is very important. Everyone knows that interior design takes a lot of time and effort. Usually it all depends on the parameters of the site. A corner can stand out brightly from the rest of the furniture, or it can blend into the background and look simply terrible.

Soft cushions on a kitchen sofa are an excellent opportunity to connect different areas of the room into a harmonious interior.

Today the furniture market offers a large selection of corners, but most often they have folding seats, under which there are drawers for storing necessary items.

The note! There are special sites where you can create your own design. If in doubt, you can visit such a site and arrange everything as you see fit.

After analyzing the functionality and amenities, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the photos of kitchen corners. If you have a bay window, the task is simplified; you can put a corner there.

For a bay window of a typical apartment, you can easily select a ready-made model

If you are bored with the banality, you can look at everything from an original point of view, instead of a table, order a pair of cabinets that match the tone of the sofa. Not many people will like this option, but if there is no need for a dining room, then why not experiment.

A similar option is a corner sofa complete with poufs

If the daily movement of massive furniture creates discomfort, then you can purchase a light table that will not be difficult to rearrange.

A small table will be enough for 2-3 people

The kitchen is very small, but you really want to put a corner? French folding beds are a great way out of the situation. When folded, they look more like a chair, but when unfolded, they are a real bed.

Photos of fashionable kitchen corners