3 Ideas for Layout of a Tiny Kitchen

How to arrange a kitchen cabinet in a small kitchen, whether it's worth replacing the dining table with a bar counter, and where to place appliances (from refrigerator to dishwasher) – architect Anastasia Kiseleva shared ideas for kitchen layout based on a house of series II-29. Expert on reconfigurations Maxim Dzhurayev also explained the nuances of approval. Brief overview

In the standard layout of a 2-room apartment in house series II-29, the kitchen is tiny – just 5.5 square meters, but the space has a convenient square shape and a large window without a balcony door. This allows for comfortable furniture arrangement.

Standard layout

Option 1: L-shaped Kitchen

If your family enjoys gatherings, it's hard to get around a small dining table and seat guests comfortably. In such cases, the dining area can be moved to the living room, and the kitchen can be equipped with a maximally convenient space for cooking. An L-shaped cabinet with a sink and narrow dishwasher (45 cm) by the window, large countertop – exactly what every housewife needs. A quick snack or a cup of coffee can be enjoyed at a small bar counter.

Expert opinion: For layout approval, you will need a project and technical conclusion from a company with SRO permit.

Option 2: Linear Cabinet

If your family cooks little, you can get by with a small linear cabinet with a two-burner cooktop and narrow dishwasher with a width of 45 cm. With minimal cabinet length, it's better to use the full height of the wall and make upper cabinets up to the ceiling. Such a layout will also accommodate a full-size dining table for four people.

Expert opinion: For approval of such layout, you only need a sketch.

Option 3: Corner Kitchen

The most efficient way to use the kitchen area is with a corner kitchen cabinet. Its length is optimal: you’ll get a proper work triangle (refrigerator, sink, stove) and space for the dishwasher. For dining, a round table was placed – it can be disassembled if needed.

Expert opinion: If you're changing the floor covering, you’ll need to prepare a project and get a technical conclusion from any project organization with the appropriate SRO permit for approval.

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