There are premises that do not please the owners with their space. These rooms include a kitchen-living room of 9 square meters. In such a limited space, it is very important to take into account every small nuance when planning repairs and further arrangement.
Designing a small space is not an easy task. There are many nuances to consider, and it’s worth starting with space planning
Kitchen layout
The first thing you need to do is to divide the room into zones on the plan, namely, allocate space for the kitchen and calculate the remaining meters. Usually about 4-5 square meters remain. On the leftovers you need to fit a comfortable seating area with a sofa.
The corner sofa is the most spacious, while it occupies less space compared to the straight model.
A straight sofa can be optimally suited for a square kitchen without a balcony if you place it along the window and place a dining table next to it
In an elongated room, a narrow sofa located along the wall opposite the headset would be appropriate
The next step when planning such a room is to take into account how much space the sofa will take up, whether it will fold out and serve as a sleeping place. The sofa will take about two more square meters.
The remaining square footage must be used with maximum rationality - put cabinets or shelves, or if this is the only room, then a desk.
For a small room, the distances between the furniture must be maintained. A comfortable distance for passage will be 0.6-0.7 meters.
In a kitchen-living room of 9 square meters, it is very important to take into account the placement of windows and the layout of the room (rectangular or square) as well as the placement of the balcony.
The balcony can be insulated and attached to the kitchen, or you can use the space in the warm season, for example, put a bar counter or coffee table there
In such rooms there are usually no windows and the only source of daylight is the balcony opening. With its proper use, we can additionally obtain valuable 2-3 square meters. The size of the balcony depends purely on the position of the room, as already mentioned, rectangular and square. In the first case, we get less area, and in the second, more.
In addition to functionality, you also want to get comfort in the kitchen-living room, and for this it is important to choose the right design option. All these nuances are described in more detail below.
Design options for a modern kitchen-living room of 9 square meters
Recently, such design trends as Scandinavian, neoclassical, minimalism, hi-tech, loft, classic and country have become popular.
A bright kitchen in a classic style with a sofa and a corner set, the short side of which replaces the window sill
For a very small room, styles such as Scandinavian, minimalism and country will be relevant.
Which styles are not suitable:
- Neoclassical and classic - according to their canons, require a lot of space, this is due to massive furniture, rich textile trim, darker colors in the interior, which visually reduce the space.
- High-tech and loft will not be suitable due to the fact that the basis of this direction will be a lot of free space and daylight. In conditions of 9 square meters, this will be simply impossible.
The maximum that is possible in such an area is the use of some stylistic features of these interiors, for example, brickwork from a loft or glossy high-tech furniture
Now, let's look at the options that are suitable for such a room.
Features of minimalism and Scandinavian styles in the interior
- The less furniture, the better.
- Light colors of the interior (white, beige, milky, pastel shades of other colors) - in any case, they will visually increase the space.
- The absence or minimal presence of textiles on the windows - lambrequins, curtains, tulle is replaced by functional options for roller blinds and Roman blinds. In addition, it will be easier to breathe in the room due to the lack of dust that accumulates there.
- The furniture is light and weightless.
- A lot of transformable furniture belongs specifically to the Scandinavian style.
- There is a lot of light, if there is a lack of natural lighting, then it is wisely replaced with artificial lighting.
- The main principle is nothing superfluous with maximum functionality.
White color in furniture and decoration is a distinctive feature of the Scandinavian style
Minimalism is characterized by smooth facades, simple textiles and a minimum of decor.
Their main distinguishing feature from each other will be the simplicity of lines and shapes in the furniture. For the Scandinavian style, curves and complex furniture designs in furniture are acceptable, and for minimalism, clear geometry in furniture is important.
The benefits of country music
Country style is very similar to them, but it has its own striking characteristics:
- Wall decoration may not be smooth and monochromatic, but patterns and floral designs are allowed.
- Furniture can be massive, but should not be in excess.
- The presence of curtains and tulle on the windows.
- Many small decorative elements - pillows, blankets, figurines and so on.
A kitchen in a city apartment, decorated in a country style, will give a relaxed atmosphere of country coziness
Natural materials are the hallmark of a rustic interior
Country style is very practical, you want to spend as much time as possible in it
In general, these styles work for us because they don't require extensive furnishings, don't collect a lot of dust, and are very affordable.
Living room decoration
When choosing decorative elements and textiles, you need to be guided by the chosen design style.
- For classic ones it will be silk fabrics and satin fabrics.
- Provence and country welcome lace elements in bed colors in a small pattern.
- In Scandinavian and loft style, it is most appropriate to use white fabrics.
Textiles should be in harmony with the general background, emphasizing it. Wall-length curtains are an original, space-enhancing option.
It is appropriate to use large paintings, mirrors, photographs, panels as decor in nine-meter living rooms. Vases with flowers or potted indoor plants will be a great addition to the design.
When decorating a small room, you should not get carried away and remember that decorative items should be selected in accordance with the chosen style.
How to increase the space of the kitchen-living room 9 sq. meters
With such limited space, the first thing you need to do is decide how to increase the space. There are two possible solutions for this problem. The first is to obtain additional space from the balcony room, and the second is to use visual enlargement. As a rule, these two techniques are always used together.
On the attached balcony or loggia you can organize a comfortable relaxation area
By combining a kitchen-living room with a balcony, you can get a couple of square meters, which is enough to equip a kitchen and dining area there.
Organizing a work area on the balcony will require relocating communications, so usually a place for eating is set up here
The remains of the wall or the former window sill are converted into a bar counter, which will serve as both a dining and work surface. The kitchen set is placed in one line and in this case there should be only the most important things - a refrigerator, stove, sink, an additional work area and many wall cabinets. All cutting and cooking processes will take place on the bar counter. In this case, you will need to reduce the window size to a minimum.
Kitchen in neoclassical style with a bar counter in place of the window sill
The second option for using the resulting area is that it houses a work area, also known as an office. The former window sill on the balcony will serve to zone the space and also as a desk. In the former balcony, cabinets and shelves for books and things are well hidden. This option is common in apartments where this is the only room.
A chic, in our opinion, office on the balcony with panoramic glazing
Storing things other than the closet
In addition to the closet for storing things in a small bedroom, you can use other furniture elements:
- cabinets;
- chests of drawers;
- space under the bed;
- dressing table;
- linen boxes.
Due to the distribution, it is possible to place a decent amount of clothes, linen and accessories. Another option is a rack, complemented by trunks or special baskets. The last option is not suitable for all style concepts; this is an option for laconic eco-interiors, concepts that allow open shelves.
Ways to visually expand space
- Choose the lightest shades for the walls. These colors include white, gray, milky, beige.
- Use mirror surfaces for kitchen units.
- Do not make complex structures on the ceiling.
- Divide the space into zones using furniture or changing colors.
- Place furniture closer to the corners of the room.
- The kitchen set should be placed either in one line or in the form of the letter “P”.
Don't get carried away with dark tones. Choose light and light colors of coatings that reflect natural light well
Don't shade the windows. If you can’t completely give up curtains, use translucent fabrics and curtain models that open the window opening as much as possible during the daytime
Design techniques
Living room design 9 sq. m. in the photo, may consist of mirror finish surfaces. Using this technique allows you to visually raise the height of the ceilings and expand the boundaries of the walls. In addition to increasing space, mirrors add luxury and originality to the room. If the room is low, a snow-white ceiling and bleached parquet will help to visually increase the height of the room. At the same time, it is better to make the ceiling surface glossy.
One common technique to help make a small area appear larger is to use properly positioned lighting. A living room of 9 meters may include a central chandelier installed in the center of the ceiling or several spotlights located around the perimeter of the room. You can add volume to the room using hidden ceiling lighting. Point light sources are positioned so that the observer can see only the glow, and not the lamps themselves. If this lighting option is supplemented with a floor lamp located near the sofa, the ceiling chandelier may not be used.
How to properly arrange furniture in a kitchen-living room of 9 square meters
When arranging furniture in an apartment, after installing the kitchen unit and the corresponding household appliances, the first thing to do is select a place for the sofa.
The size of the dining table and the number of chairs are selected depending on how many people live in the house
It fits perfectly under the balcony opening, thereby freeing up half the room for free movement. If there is no balcony, then the optimal place to place it would be near a window or under a window against a wall. This position will give us the opportunity to also put a coffee table.
The location of the sofa should contribute to a pleasant pastime
In such apartments, renovation begins with insulating the facades, because most rational arrangements will be irrelevant due to constant drafts.
To separate the kitchen from the living room, the best technique would be a bar counter. It takes up significantly less space than a dining table and would be a great addition to your kitchen worktop.
Apron and countertop for a kitchen 9 m² - new items with photos
The wall above the countertop can be made of many materials. Until recently, the most common finishing method was wall cladding with ceramic tiles. Despite the fact that the choice of this material is very large, and the maintenance itself is not burdensome, unattractive joints discourage many people from using this solution.
Glass is more popular. We can choose a clear panel or decorate it with the graphics of our choice, perfectly matching the look of the backsplash to the individual design of the room. Tempered glass, due to its modern character, looks most impressive in a minimalist style.
But in houses and apartments with a rustic, idyllic interior design, you can rely on brick or wood. These materials bring a lot of warmth to a space, but they also have their downsides: brick is difficult to keep clean, while wood requires regular maintenance.
In rooms where we have contact with water, it is better to use exotic wood species. They are much more resistant to moisture than local varieties, but also more expensive.
On the other hand, in raw, industrial spaces you can find kitchen backsplashes made from architectural concrete. Although this material goes well with post-industrial interiors, it is quite heavy, which does not allow it to be used in all designs.
How to install a kitchen unit on an area of 9 square meters
There are several options for placing the headset. One of them is installation on a former balcony, described above; besides this, there are several other options. They all depend on the layout of the room, namely, it is square or rectangular.
For a square room, placement along one wall would be optimal. All cabinets should be as narrow and flat as possible.
Square kitchen with a linear set and a comfortable seating area
Another option for planning a square kitchen, in which corner models of both the set and the sofa are used
For a rectangular layout, a U-shaped zone is formed near a narrow wall, in which the passage between the sides will be at least 0.5 meters.
The work area in the shape of the letter “P” is the most convenient for cooking.
On a small heel next to it you can place a soft corner, although not as comfortable as a full-fledged sofa, but it can accommodate more people
Choose the right curtains or skip them
Light and sheer curtains will make the room feel lighter and allow more natural light to come in, which is always a plus for small spaces. But in the bedroom you really want to hang thick curtains that will protect you from light at night... An alternative is roller blinds that can be raised during the day.
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If the light at night doesn’t bother you, you can hang light tulle or even leave the windows without curtains. This is a fashionable technique in the spirit of Scandinavian interiors.
The nuances of placing household appliances and appliances
Placing household appliances in a small area will be a serious problem. To solve this you need to use a few simple rules:
- Choose equipment that is not bulky; ideally, it should be built-in.
- Apply the triangle rule - the sink, refrigerator and stove should form a triangle, with the sink as the vertex.
- Install the refrigerator as close to the wall as possible and place additional cabinets and compartments above it.
For a modern kitchen interior with an area of 9 square meters, compact built-in appliances are best suited
Basic Rules
When creating the interior of a guest room, designers use several key techniques to help achieve the following goals:
- Visually raise the ceilings and expand the space of the room.
- Use only the most necessary items and furniture that will rationally fill the available space.
- Maintaining a consistent style throughout the entire apartment.
- Creating a cozy and comfortable environment.
