Tips for decorating the kitchen-living room in a private house

Layout

The design of the combined premises depends on its shape and dimensions, as well as the location of windows and communications. During the construction of a private house, the placement of the main objects is designed at the initial stage and is dictated by the requirements of the customer, and in the finished house you have to adapt to the existing conditions.

In the large living room kitchen (25 - 30 m), it is easy to place all three functional areas:

• There is a space for the kitchen, which can be arranged in the shape of the letter "P", angle or linearly.
• Enough space for a dining group: a table, chairs or a couch.
• There is free space for a rest area: sofa, TV or fireplace.

In the photo, the kitchen is a living room in a cottage with a small kitchen and a bar. Metal elements, leather upholstery and concrete surfaces make the interior austere and even brutal. The wood finish softens the impression thanks to the warmth provided by natural materials.

Also, the layout of the living room kitchen in a private house is affected by its proportions. The room of the correct square shape looks more spacious, but it is more difficult to zone: each area looks like a separate island, which is not always cozy.

A rectangular room, as a rule, is divided into two equal squares, where each zone has its own place: the kitchen is combined with the dining room, which is quite comfortable, and the living room is located in the second part of the room.

In the photo there is a living room with a linear kitchen, which is located in a private house under the stairs to the second floor.

Even on a modest-sized area, it’s quite possible to place all three functional zones - arrange a space for cooking, organize a small dining room and put a sofa for relaxation. But in the living room kitchen, you should choose only the most necessary, concise furniture.

Sometimes rest and eating areas have to be combined. Pools are achieved with the help of a sofa, which moves to the table. Another good option is a bar counter, used as a dining table and a cooking surface, and a small sofa is placed separately.

In the photo there is a kitchen-living room with a sofa set close to the table.

Zoning Features

There are several ways to divide a living room kitchen into zones. One of the most popular is the use of a sofa set against the cooking area and table. If there is a lot of space in a private house, an island is placed as a separator and an additional work surface - a separate roomy cabinet. It can also serve as a dining table, around which there should be enough space for movement.

Another way of zoning is the bar counter. It looks great in a small kitchen-living room of a country house, but has one drawback: a high countertop and bar stools are not convenient for the elderly and the smallest family members.

In the photo there is a functional island table, which serves as a table, worktop and storage place for dishes.

The room in a private house can be zoned with additional extensions: arches, a podium or partitions. The first two options practically do not steal space, but the additionally erected "walls" can deprive the kitchen-living room of space and natural light, so they are only appropriate in a room with two or three large windows or with access to the terrace.

The rectangular kitchen-living room in a private house can be easily zoned with color or different types of wall decoration: contrasting paints or wallpaper, brickwork, decorative plaster, wood panels. The floor is tiled in different ways: tiles are laid in the kitchen area, and laminate or parquet in the living room. This decision is dictated not only by aesthetics, but also by practicality.

How to equip a kitchen-living room?

Combining the kitchen with the living room in a private house entails some problems - these are smells and noise from household appliances. To reduce the influence of negative moments, you should equip the room with a forced ventilation system and an exhaust hood.

From the point of view of ergonomics, the most successful location of the "working triangle" (sink, stove, refrigerator) is considered to be a U-shaped kitchen. During cooking, you can stand in one place, turning only the body, which significantly saves time and effort. Less convenient, but universal, is the corner kitchen.

In the photo there is a large kitchen-living room in a country house with a breakfast bar, corner sofa and a separate dining group.

The charm of the dacha lies in its proximity to nature, which means it will not be out of place to emphasize this feature in the arrangement of the living room kitchen. If the room has access to the veranda, it is worth equipping the opening with a modern glass door. The kitchen set in the entrance room must be planned so as not to impede the free movement and opening of the door.

The countertop and sink look great to the window: it’s nice to admire the surrounding landscape while cooking and washing dishes. In an apartment, this idea is much more difficult to implement than in a private house.

In the photo, the kitchen is a living room with a large dining room and access to the veranda, where the corner set is located with a sink to the window.

If the living room kitchen is in the attic, it is recommended to replace the wall cabinets with open shelves. For a sloping ceiling, a light color scheme is best: white or light gray.

Lighting Choice

Do not underestimate the role of lighting in the interior of a private house. With the help of light, you can visually expand the area of ​​a small kitchen-living room, and a spacious room, on the contrary, is filled with comfort. General light is provided by a chandelier or pendant lights. For the kitchen area, local illumination in the form of LED strips is selected.

Each zone should have its own light sources with a convenient arrangement of switches. Lamps are hung above the dining table, floor lamps are placed near the sofa. Wall sconces are often used in classic interiors.

Spot lights in the form of spots can emphasize certain elements of the decor: for example, a picture decorating the living room. Also, small spots are used if you want to slightly lighten the room in the evening or at night.

In the photo, the kitchen is a living room in a private house. The lamp on the chain is located directly above the island. In the recreation area, one of the light sources is a table lamp with a lampshade.

Interior Design Ideas

The design of the living room kitchen depends on several factors: the taste of its inhabitants, the facade of the house, as well as the surrounding area.

It is logical if the interior of the cottage, lined with stone, will be sustained in styles close to classical: art deco, neoclassic, empire. Luxurious furniture, expensive textiles, arches, as well as a fireplace, faced with stone or decorated with moldings, ideally fit into such an atmosphere.

In a wooden house, the kitchen looks organically combined with the living room, with elements of Provence, country or seasoned in the style of a noble estate. For decoration, natural materials, antique furniture and decor are used. Wooden beams, an open beam and aged boards look beautiful.

In the photo, the design of the kitchen of the living room in a private house, designed in a classic style.

If the cottage is located on the coast, the most appropriate Mediterranean style, which perfectly fits into the surrounding landscape.But even if a private house is located in the middle lane, with the help of a bright and fresh atmosphere you can turn it into a real resort.

Adherents of the modern style choose the Scandinavian direction, minimalism, eco-style, as well as a loft. Such designer interiors look spacious, bright and concise.

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Combining the kitchen with the living room or designing it at the construction stage of a private house, it is worth weighing all the pros and cons in advance. The advantages are obvious: a spacious room will accommodate the widow more guests and family members, and also allows you to arrange overall furniture. In addition, in the kitchen of the living room, the hostess can look after the children without distracting from cooking. And the disadvantages can be easily eliminated with the help of special equipment.