Direct kitchens: design, styles and choices

The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any home. Fortunately, modern consumers have the opportunity to choose a set of any modification for the kitchen space. It can be either large, consisting of a large number of elements, or compact, ideal for small areas. Direct furniture sets are recognized as one of the most popular. Later in the article, we will take a closer look at such headset modifications.

A kitchen set must be functional and easy to use. Modern direct kitchens meet these requirements. They are presented in a huge assortment. It will be possible to choose the best option for an interior designed in any style and color scheme.

A direct kitchen will be the ideal solution when it comes to organizing space in a small square room. If you do not cook at home very often and you do not need a large number of work surfaces, then this option will also be appropriate. Straight headsets fit well into a space with a non-standard, complex layout.

Such kitchen sets are in enviable demand. They are often chosen by consumers when setting up a kitchen.

Before going to a furniture store for such a set, we will figure it out in all its strengths and weaknesses. Let's start with the main advantages of direct kitchens.

• This type of kitchen is recognized as the easiest to design space. If you have chosen a single-row headset, then you will be able to independently draw up a harmonious and attractive design project for the room.
• Direct kitchen sets have an affordable cost. The same U-shaped or L-shaped structures are much more expensive, since they provide for a large number of expensive modules.
• Linear kitchen models are compact in size. With the right selection of the right model, a room with such a set will seem more spacious.
• In linear kitchens, there are no hard-to-reach corners that are problematic to reach. Due to this, there is no need to purchase expensive accessories like "carousel" or "magic corner". All drawers and cabinets always remain in the public domain, everything you need remains at hand.
• A single-row kitchen set is an excellent choice if you want to purchase a ready-made inexpensive kitchen or assemble a modular structure. Straight models are easier to fit into a room of any square. True, if the kitchen has “curved” walls, then it is advisable to purchase a set made to order.
• It is much easier to select other pieces of furniture for a set of this type.
• The range of linear kitchens is striking in its diversity. Sets of various colors and styles are presented for the choice of consumers. The cost also varies - there are both budget and expensive options on sale.

Before buying, you should familiarize yourself with the disadvantages of such kitchens.

• When it comes to linear planning, the triangle principle does not work. In most cases, the ergonomic characteristics of straight kitchen models are inferior to corner ones (U-shaped, L-shaped).
• If a standard linear kitchen is too long (more than 3-4 meters), then it may not be the most convenient to use. The hostess will spend a lot of extra energy and time, moving daily between the refrigerator, stove and sink.
• If the area of ​​the kitchen is very modest, and it is still necessary to fit a refrigerator into it, then the working surface of normal length will be much more difficult to organize.

On sale you can find direct kitchen sets of several modifications.

• Single row. These models of kitchen sets provide for the location of all furniture units along one free wall in the room. The area near the second wall is referred to as the eating area.

• Double row. Large technical devices are used in such furniture structures. The entire set of furniture is placed near two opposite walls in the room. The eating area occupies the rest of the area.

Straight kitchen sets are made from different materials. This parameter affects the final cost of the finished product.

Models made of solid wood are rightfully recognized as the highest quality and reliable ones. Furniture made from natural materials has a solid, beautiful appearance. Wooden headsets can make the interior more cozy, welcoming and inviting. A very pleasant, unobtrusive scent usually comes from natural material, which many people like.

Wooden headsets are durable. Solid wood furniture can last so long that it can be passed on from generation to generation. Such models are not subject to serious damage.

However, it is necessary to take into account certain disadvantages typical for wooden kitchen sets:

• they are expensive, especially if they are made from rare, elite breeds;
• wooden headsets will have to be regularly treated with special protective antiseptics, otherwise they will suffer from the effects of temperature extremes and high humidity;
• such furniture usually has an impressive weight, so it can be difficult to move it.

A good alternative to wooden headsets is MDF models. This material is of good quality and attractive appearance. It contains no hazardous substances that can harm human health. MDF furniture can be easily cleaned in case of contamination. This material often imitates other, more expensive raw materials. The texture of MDF furniture can be either matte or semi-glossy or glossy.

Such material as laminated chipboard is budgetary. It is used to make furniture with a simple, nondescript design. Cheap kitchens made of chipboard are unlikely to look harmonious in an expensive, exclusive interior. But such furniture can be found in any store. Chipboard sets are presented in a large assortment.

It is important to know that formaldehyde resins are present in the chipboard composition. When exposed to high temperatures, such furniture will emit hazardous fumes. In order not to face such a problem, you should buy structures from raw materials belonging to the class "E-1" or "E-0". In these options, there is a minimum content of formaldehydes - they are not dangerous.

In furniture stores you can find beautiful straight-structure headsets made made of plastic. Such products are characterized by an interesting design. They are easy to clean when dirty. Plastic headsets are presented in a wide range - on sale you can find models of various colors and textures.

When choosing the perfect straight headset it is important to consider its size. In stores, there are both compact and volumetric models from different manufacturers. The most demanded are models with sizes from 1.5 to 4 m.

The dimensions of the furniture should be such that they do not block the aisles, do not interfere. It so happens that a headset of suitable size could not be found on sale. In this case, it is better to order a custom-made kitchen. It will cost, most likely, not cheap, but it will definitely fit into the available space.

Modern manufacturers produce kitchen sets in a variety of colors. So, light designs are ideal for small rooms. That is why today are so popular white, beige, cream headsets - they fit easily into any style. A visually light kitchen can make a room look more spacious and fresher.

Squeak of fashion - dark typefaces in black, gray, dark brown colors. Such models look modern and stylish, but are only suitable for spacious rooms. A dark set will overload a small area, visually make it even smaller and tighter.

Look interesting bright kitchens of rich colors (orange, yellow, red, green, blue, light green, pink models are popular). Such a set can breathe life into the interior, fill it with rich colors.

Direct design kitchens can be selected for an interior designed in absolutely any style. Let's look at a few examples.

• Classic. Classic interiors will never go out of style. In such an environment, it is worth having good-quality headsets made from natural materials. Furniture design should be restrained, laconic, but solid and expensive.The presence of discreet decorative elements, for example, carving, is allowed.

• High tech. A modern style in which a trendy headset with glossy monochromatic surfaces will look best. Shiny metal fittings, glass and plastic parts are allowed.

• Minimalism. Simple, straightforward style. It should have a discreet headset with clear lines. There should be no unnecessary decorations, prints and decorations. The furniture is plain, with a minimalistic design.

• Provence. The style of French Provence is insanely popular today. In order for the atmosphere to turn out to be cozy, harmonious and hospitable, it must have a headset made of natural materials. Facades should be painted in delicate pastel colors. The presence of artificial, decorative abrasions is allowed.

• Modern. A unique style that allows for a stylish headset with defined details in vibrant colors.

• Ecostyle. Another extremely popular style. For such interiors, you should select kitchen sets designed in woody and green tones. Only high quality, natural materials should be present here. The combination of glass, natural wood, textiles looks optimal.

When buying furniture lined up in one line, you should draw up a draft of the future layout, in accordance with which you will place the set in the kitchen.

It is better to start planning with the sink. Do not install it close to a wall. The ideal solution is a sink in the middle of the furniture set.

It is better to place the hob away from other household appliances and the refrigerator. The distance must be at least 15 cm.

The hob or hob should not stand next to a window. We need to find a suitable place for the refrigerator. If the kitchen is small, you should choose small appliances that have a narrower design. The refrigerator should be close to a power outlet. It is not recommended to place a large number of additional extension cords and wires in the kitchen, therefore refrigeration equipment should not be located far from the power source.

It is worth maintaining a distance of 40 cm between the sink and the refrigerator. These positions are best placed next to each other.

If possible, a direct set can be connected to the windowsill. Thus, it will turn out to form a kind of corner set with a sufficient number of working surfaces. The window sill can also be used as a bar counter or a complete replacement for a dining table.

Dining furniture should be placed in the kitchen based on the available space. In large and medium-sized rooms, a table with chairs is most often placed against the wall opposite to the headset.

In a small kitchen with white wall decoration, a modern set that combines white and black colors will look stylish. Semi-gloss facades and matte metal fittings look harmonious. Built-in modern appliances, a black refrigerator or a pencil case of the same color will fit well.

An interesting interior will turn out if you put a straight minimalistic set in a bright kitchen, in which the upper drawers are white and the lower ones are purple.The atmosphere will be decorated with a multi-level or embossed ceiling with recessed lamps, light wallpapers, complemented by pale purple patterns.

Bright headsets of juicy colors are in vogue today.... So, a straight kitchen, in which the lower drawers are orange and the upper ones (like the countertops) are white, will perfectly fit into a small room with beige walls. The floor can be covered with brown laminate. The interior will turn out to be more interesting and lively if you decorate it with an apron trimmed with tiles depicting flowers in yellow and orange shades.

A laconic white kitchen with semi-gloss facades and metal fittings will look harmonious in a bright room with an accent gray wall and curtains of the same color. It is better to make the floor and ceiling white or dull brown. It is advisable to select household appliances in contrast to a headset, for example, black.

See the next video for the ideal layout of a direct kitchen.