Recently, we are increasingly solving problems.small rooms in the most radical ways, for example, by combining two isolated spaces into one by demolishing an adjacent wall. As a rule, thus connecting the kitchen and living room, resulting in a fairly large room with two windows, loggia or balcony. The advantages of this combination are the increased area of the room, its good illumination, as well as the possibility of unimpeded communication of the hostess, who cooks food in the kitchen, with guests and household members. There are cons in this union. For example, smells that penetrate the living room, as well as excessive openness of the space, which interferes with privacy if necessary. Therefore, before resorting to such cardinal alterations, it is necessary to weigh the pros and cons.

Kitchen-living room design is not an easy task.Here it is very important, firstly, to create a single style decision, harmonious color palette, and secondly, to highlight and emphasize zones with different functional purposes with the help of special design techniques. If we are faced with the task of simply merging the two rooms, then perhaps we should not demolish the whole wall that separates them. You can make it a wide arch or embed glass sliding partition. If during the demolition of the wall the main task is to increase the living room space at the expense of the kitchen, then it will have to be completely destroyed, and instead build a small partition or a decorative “portal” that will serve not only as a dividing “feature”, but also as a rack, bar counter and etc.

Central element creating designthe kitchen-living room may well become a large round, rectangular or oval table of unusual design, made to order. Let its dimensions be large enough so that it not only fulfills its intended purpose, but also divides the room into two.

When designing the kitchen-living room, it is important to considerthat despite the integration, each of these rooms is assigned its own specific function. Therefore, in the living room area you should definitely equip a seating area, install a TV, a stereo system, etc. You should not forget about the right lighting. Thus, the design of the kitchen-living room involves many different sources of light, located in different places. In the recreation area on a low bedside table near the sofa, floor lamps with large lampshades that diffuse soft light are installed. Above the table, a large chandelier is hung, well illuminating the entire dining area (which, according to scientific data, increases the appetite and improves the taste of dishes). In the kitchen compartment, light sources are placed in the work area, directly above the table and stove.
What is attractive little kitchen-living room?The design of this room, designed in the same style, creates a very cozy, intimate open space, functionally convenient for communication and reception of guests.