Corner cabinets in the kitchen: varieties, choices and examples

Kitchen sets can be completed with furniture of various configurations. Among the popular options for modern furniture products, corner cabinets, presented in various types, deserve special attention.

The corner elements of the kitchen set represent a rather popular version of the components, thanks to which it is possible to rationally use the useful square meters of the kitchen. These designs are made from different materials, in popular classical or modern stylistic directions. This feature allows us to classify the elements of kitchen sets as universal options, suitable for almost any kitchen.

Among the positive features of corner cabinets for the kitchen are the following.

• The placement of such a structure makes it possible to use the entire kitchen area as efficiently as possible, including the unused corners.
• Despite the fact that the corner elements of the headset visually look small, the interior space is remarkable for its spaciousness and versatility. This is due to the ability of the furniture to accommodate unusual and convenient systems for storing small items and non-standard kitchen utensils.
• The dimensions concerning the height, width and depth of the lower kitchen corner cabinets are distinguished by their variety, in the light of which it will be possible to choose the best option for any needs, taking into account the characteristics of the room.
• Corner structures can be decorated with a variety of facade variations. To decorate the doors, it will be possible to use combined options, artificial and natural materials, which has a positive effect on the external design of the kitchen.
• A corner cabinet for a kitchen of a floor-standing or wall-mounted type is already an integral part of furniture. In light of this, all elements of a kitchen, even a curved type, will look harmonious and stylish together.
• Various decorative items, sets, etc. look beautiful in open cabinets.
• Corner cabinets stand out for the variety of their forms, such a feature will allow you to choose a design for the characteristics of the room, which will be relevant for non-standard kitchen layouts.
• The corner components of the lower tier are often used as a cabinet for a sink. Also, household appliances of various sizes can be built into the corner elements.
• Floor corner cabinets can be not only stationary on legs, but also mobile, assuming the presence of wheels on the bottom. This feature makes it possible to use some elements of the headset in different corners of the room.

Among the disadvantages of non-standard corner cabinets are the following.

• Such designs can cost more than standard straight cabinets in light of their design.
• In most cases, internal content will require a special approach. Interesting roll-out or carousel options will be more functional than straight shelves or drawers.

Based on the way the structure is placed in the kitchen, the following varieties can be found.

• Suspended corner structures, which can resemble vertical pencil cases, with a height that reaches the border of the upper parts of the headset. In addition, such models can be made in the form of shelves horizontally attached to the wall surface.

• Floor corner models. They are pedestals made of one or more materials. Internal filling can consist of various shelves, drawers and ultra-modern systems. As for the doors, most often they open like a book or "accordion" door.

Taking into account the structure of the cabinets, corner options are classified as follows.

• Variations with a joint at right angles - it is this design that is considered the most demanded for a set of headsets. The facades of such cabinets can be open or deaf. Usually standard straight cabinets are attached to these elements.

• Boxes with a joint at an angle of 45 degrees. These varieties are considered the most capacious. However, the design features allow it to be installed in spacious kitchens.

• Corner cabinets with a 90 degree top joint. To obtain the most functional structure of this type, its facade should be presented in the form of an opening system like an accordion.

• Varieties of cabinets with the upper joint of the frame, which is an angle of 45 degrees. A very large structure that is suitable for kitchens, living rooms, as well as large rooms. Usually, such a component is used as an additional hinged module for storing dishes and other necessary things.

Taking into account the peculiarities of the shapes of corner cabinets for kitchens, it is worth highlighting such variations of furniture.

• Triangular patterns, which are considered to be the classic version. Their positive feature is the spacious interior space, however, from the point of view of the convenience of access to various necessary items or products stored inside, they do not differ much in comfort.Very often, such cabinets are equipped with hinged storage systems that are attached directly to the doors.

• Trapezoidal corner wardrobes. They resemble regular pentagonal cones, which will stand out with an increased level of functionality, since the interior space allows you to place a large number of different objects and things.

• L-shaped cabinets. In most cases, this option is suitable specifically for storing kitchen utensils.

The dimensions of corner cabinets, regardless of their shape, can be different. In the case when they act as a unifying element of the kitchen set, the dimensions of the structures will directly depend on the remaining kitchen furniture. Also, the dimensions vary based on the type of placement, in particular, floor-standing or hanging cabinets.

Suspended structures do not stand out for their large size, therefore they are extremely rarely used to accommodate built-in appliances. Typically, cabinet widths range from 15 to 80 centimeters. The depth is usually 30–35 centimeters. Usually hinged corner structures are placed at a distance of at least 50 centimeters from the lower structures, however, this indicator may have an error in the region of 5-10 centimeters. These parameters are considered standard for wall-mounted corner cabinets, however, headsets made to an individual size for the particular layout of kitchen facilities may have other dimensions. There are options for small cabinets built into a niche, which is important for small rooms. Such structures can be used for storing slotted spoon, knives, spoons and small dishes. You can also find open-type models.

The standard parameter for floor-standing corner cabinets is considered to be a height similar to the rest of the kitchen unit, as well as located household appliances, such as a stove, most often serving as an extension of the countertop. Usually, the depth of the cabinets is 50 centimeters, while the height of the standard component will vary between 80-85 centimeters... However, in most products, it is possible to adjust this indicator, since for most housewives it will be too large. The width of the cabinets varies greatly - for example, some corner models can have a width of 15 centimeters, while the maximum indicators can be up to 80 centimeters. The average furniture width will be 60 centimeters.

In the role of the main raw material from which the body of corner furniture for the kitchen is made, in most cases the following materials are used:

• natural wood;
• multiplex;
• Chipboard;
• MDF.

As for natural wood, about 40 varieties can be used for the production of furniture, all of them undergo mandatory processing with special protective compounds that extend the operational life of the headsets.

Multiplex is considered to be a popular type of the latest generation of raw materials used for the production of kitchen furniture. It stands out for its resistance to temperature effects, contact with a humid environment, and is completely safe for human health.

The most demanded material is MDF - in comparison with chipboard, it is notable for its environmental friendliness, in addition, it does not deform from high humidity or heat.

Kitchen corner cabinets are available in a variety of colors ranging from standard wood-like or light pastel shades to trendy, vibrant options popular with contemporary furnishings.

The choice of one or another kind of corner furniture designs will depend on the following factors:

• it is important to decide what will be further stored inside in order to have an idea of ​​the dimensions of the required structure;
• if you plan to store tall and heavy items, then it is better to dwell on options with thick shelves in the range of 18–20 mm;
• the optimal and comfortable depth for using the cabinet will be an indicator within 37 or 40 cm;
• if you plan to place corner cabinets with beveled corners near the slab, you should avoid the presence of decorative polymer or chipboard inserts near the facade, which can seriously deform from high temperatures.

Even a narrow corner space in the kitchen can be used functionally if you pay attention to the filling, where attractive and functional right-angled drawers will be used.

Modern pull-out systems will help to rationally use the corner area, and the appearance of such furniture will correspond to modern fashion trends.

Corner pencil cases can act as a free-standing element or be placed in the same row with the rest of the furniture. In any case, this option will look attractive, and the interior space will be useful in the kitchen.

For an overview of the corner kitchen, see the next video.