How to arrange furniture in Khrushchev?

Khrushchevka - not the most comfortable housing, however, many families buy such apartments simply because they are cheaper than others. But in a small apartment with a not very good layout it is possible to get comfortable and even cozy, if you correctly arrange all the items. Let's talk about how to arrange furniture in Khrushchev.

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Pros and cons of Khrushchev's

Such apartments are more often scolded than praised - and there is for that. The most unpleasant is the narrowness, in which it is necessary to think very carefully about how to arrange furniture in a Khrushchevka. These are very cheap houses. In those years, sanitary norms were completely different. The Khrushchev has its own distinctive features:

• a tiny kitchen( no more than 6 sq. M, and more often - 4);
• low ceilings;
• combined, but very tight bathroom;
• rooms are not more than 20 square meters.m, one of them usually passing through;
• small hallway.

Strangely enough, such housing has pluses:

• pantry, sometimes quite large;
• in some houses - wide sills;
• under the kitchen window can be a built-in wardrobe;
• strange geometry of rooms provides a lot of opportunities for unexpected design solutions.

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Where to start?

Before placing furniture in Khrushchev's two-room or one-room, one must soberly assess its shortcomings, as well as the possibility of redevelopment.

Cope with the shortcomings will help:

• mobile partitions, including fabric;
• correctly selected lighting;
• arches and other decorative elements;
• cabinet furniture.

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Expanding the space

Can I increase the free space before arranging furniture in a small room in Khrushchev? Sometimes it's possible. This can be done in several ways:

• combine the room and kitchen;
• turn the apartment into a studio;
• enlarge door and window openings.

Important! Unfortunately, the technical condition of these houses leaves much to be desired. On the possibility of redevelopment should be found in the local administration If the redevelopment can not be done, you will have to expand the space visually - due to the correct color schemes.

Visual increase of space

Room will seem more spacious if the walls, ceiling and furniture are light. White color is not very suitable - many associate it with a hospital. For a living room shades are preferable:

• beige;
• light gray;
• pink;
• blue;
• light green;
• cream;
• peach.

Important! It is also necessary to take into account the properties of the warm and cold parts of the spectrum. In the first case, it seems that the temperature in the room is a degree higher than in reality, in the second - on the contrary.

There is no need to make walls monophonic. There are options not only how to arrange furniture in Khrushchev, but also in terms of decoration:

• The picture on the wallpaper should not be too large and complex.
• Strip and modest flowers will make your room cozy and spacious.
• You choose vertical bars - and the ceiling seems higher.
• Horizontal lines will help visually expand the room.

Ceilings

Want them to seem taller? Feel free to use materials with a mirror effect. From color ceilings it is better to refuse. Hinged in this case, too, is not very suitable - they are hiding space, and it is so small.

A very important point is the choice of fixtures. A huge heavy chandelier does not fit, especially if it hangs in the center. But LED strip around the perimeter is exactly what you need.

But other options are possible:

• point lighting on the ceiling;
• several wall and floor lamps in different places.

Floor

For floors in all rooms it is better to choose a light coating that can reflect the light from the fixtures on the top. However, it must be remembered that the floor must be slightly darker than the walls, otherwise - sensitive people have a feeling that the ground is running out from under the feet.

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Choose the

style The choice is not particularly large, but it does. At once it is necessary to refuse heavy luxury - Baroque and Empire do not fit, you will lose even the small space that you have. Suitable for you:

• Minimalism;
• High-tech;
• Japanese;
• Vanguard;
• Constructivism.

Minimalism

Smooth facades without superfluous details, simple geometrical forms, absence of superfluous ornaments - here the basic lines of this popular nowadays style. All items are arranged so that each can be freely approached - and it is easy to reach the furthest point. At the same time, furniture does not interfere with moving freely around the apartment.

The main decoration - the furniture itself. Accordingly - against the background of the walls it should be clearly visible, not to mention the fact that in itself should be quite beautiful. The best materials for a sofa, armchairs and soft chairs:

• leather;
• natural fabrics with a well-defined texture;
• tarpaulin.

For shelves and cabinets it is best to choose:

• a tree whose structure is poorly visible;
• MDF;
• metal( usually aluminum);
• plastic.

Japanese style

One of the main national features of the Japanese is rationality. Of course, this affects the design of homes. Arrangement of furniture in Khrushchev also must be extremely rational, so this style is very suitable.

Its main features:

• minimal amount of furniture;
• almost complete lack of decor;
• maximum free space;
• use of low objects - this allows you to visually increase the height of the ceiling;
• use of mobile partitions.

Important! The most suitable material for cabinet furniture is natural wood. True, wooden products are sometimes much more expensive than those made of plastic or MDF.If you are forced to limit yourself to plastic, choose the material under the tree.

Having decided to issue your apartment in this style, consider several circumstances:

1. All items should be functional.
2. Useless things are better to be removed from the house altogether, even if they are dear to your heart. In extreme cases, find a place for family relics somewhere in the closet.
3. Furniture should emphasize the plane of the floor or walls, that is, the cabinets should be high, and the beds and chairs - very low.
4. In the middle is always the main thing, that is, in the living room - it is a table with chairs, and in the bedroom - a bed, the rest of the furniture is at the walls.

High-tech

Very modern and, at the same time, ergonomic and economical style, as if specially created for small apartments. Its main features are:

• straight lines;
• glossy surfaces;
• extremely functional furniture.

Upholstered furniture can be made of materials such as:

• tarpaulin;
• leather;
• rough natural fabric.

Wooden cabinets and shelves will be knocked out of the interior, so it's better to use cabinet furniture made from high-tech materials;

• metal;
• plastic.

Important! The more good the Hi-tech in a small apartment is - this is an effective use of built-in cabinets and folding beds( beds can be hidden in a wall, a cabinet or even in a basement).

Vanguard

Spectacular style that does not require large rooms. Its characteristic features:

• lack of typical furnishings;
• individual design solutions;
• unexpected color combinations;
• sharp corners and sharp lines;
• functionality.

Important! Materials can be used any. Objects can contrast with the walls and with each other, with all the household should feel comfortable and confident.

Constructivism

This style in architecture was popular just in Khrushchev times, so for apartments of this type it can be said to be native. Why not use it?

It differs:

• in simple forms;
• lack of decor;
• pure colors;
• the ultimate ergonomics of the situation.

You can and even need to use standard furniture. The best material for cabinets and shelves is a light wood. As for the arrangement of furniture in the Khrushchev, it occupies corners and walls, all items are accessible, the aisles are wide and comfortable. In a word, everything is extremely logical and convenient.

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Living room

This is the main room in the apartment. In Khrushchev, there are two possible uses:

• only for the reception of guests and the collection of family members;
• as a living room and bedroom.

From the appointment will depend on how to arrange furniture in Khrushchev.

Guest room

There are no berths in this room, however, it is possible that you will be visited by relatives or friends who will need to be accommodated for the night. So instead of a sofa, it's better to buy a sofa bed. In addition, you should follow a few simple rules to properly arrange the furniture in the Khrushchev:

1. It is necessary to select several zones.
2. Furniture should not be bulky - it is better to choose hanging shelves and racks.
3. Fitted wardrobes.
4. Modular furniture and transformers should be used.

Zoning

There must be at least several zones in the room:

• for rest;
• for work;
• for children's corner( if necessary);
• for a hobby.

How to properly arrange furniture in Khrushchev in this case:

• In the recreation area there are a sofa, TV, a music center.
• In the corner, replacing the cabinet and library, there can be a computer table, as well as hanging shelves with books and disks.
• Nearby you can find a corner for hobbies.

Living room-bedroom

In this case, there will be more furniture, and less space. However, this does not mean that you need huge closets and beds that occupy half the room. Of course, you can not do without a cupboard. If there is no built-in - it's best to buy or make a custom-made wardrobe at full height of the wall. It should be such that there fit all the things that are usually stored in the bedroom.

Important! Particular attention in this situation should be given to the sofa. The only possible option is the transformer, which turns into a sleeper with a slight movement of the hand.

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Kitchen

This is another problem room, where you also need to think about how to arrange furniture. If you want, you do not want to, and a tiny kitchenette should have a stove, a refrigerator, a sink and a work table. For pots and other utensils, too, you need a place, and huge hanging closets strongly interfere, in addition, hide the space, which is already so small.

A simple conclusion arises - from such cabinets it is necessary to refuse. Replacement is, and not one:

• pencil case with removable shelves in the corner;
• narrow metal racks.

The pencil case is especially relevant if there is a gas column - it can be hidden inside, and on the other shelves you can arrange what is necessary for cooking. If there is no speaker, in the case, besides the dishes, the necessary appliances in the kitchen can be accommodated, including a miniature refrigerator.

Metal racks

It's a good idea to use light metal constructions on wheels instead of traditional hanging cabinets. They are tall enough, they can be put along all the walls, and on the narrow shelves are placed a lot of very different things.

Important! On sale you will find shelves designed for kitchens, but also suitable so-called library - they are made by the same technology and from a completely high-quality material capable of withstanding high humidity and high temperature.

How do I use corners?

Kitchen corners, unfortunately, often remain free - there simply does not fit. In those years, when the Khrushchevs were being built, the shell was placed some distance from the adjacent wall, as a result - various objects fell into the corner, which it was difficult to get right away.

In order not to create a garbage heap, the space should be used:

• Moving the sink exactly into the corner. The first option is suitable if you can shift the water and sewage pipes. The alteration is not very essential, so it is possible that you can do it even in a very old and dilapidated house.
• Having installed there a narrow locker or a makeshift rack for various small things. In this case, no alterations are required, and you will receive several additional shelves and a top surface where a miniature dishwasher will successfully arise. However, the rack can be up to the ceiling.

Window sill

In many kitchens - wide sills. If so, then you're lucky, because you got extra space that you can use:

• as your desktop;
• as additional shelves( having installed small racks along the apertures);
• for household appliances.

Important! If there is a built-in refrigerator under the windowsill, there will be a fair amount of food.

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Who lives in the apartment?

In a small area of ​​a two-room Khrushchev, more than one person lives. The most common options:

• married couple without children;
• two generations without small children;
• married couple with one child;
• family with two children.

Family pair

This is the most convenient option for the so-called "one-and-a-half" - a two-room Khrushchev with a large pass-through room and a very small bedroom. Most importantly - there is a separate room for sleep.

In the living room the main role is played by a recreation area - a sofa band, which also includes an armchair, a shelf and a coffee table. It is better to arrange in the middle to distinguish the zone at the entrance and more homely and cozy - in the back of the room. In the living room there can be a zone for work or hobbies.

In the kitchen there are:

• table for a company of three or four people;
• necessary home appliances( better if it will be compact);
• metal shelves for kitchen utensils.

The bathroom is best equipped with a shower. Needless to say, there is a sink and toilet, and besides them - a low cabinet with a table top and a washing machine.

Adult children and parents

If the newlyweds live with the parents of one of them, they will have to equip the apartment for two couples, that is, to make four berths. One pair is located in an isolated bedroom, the second - in the living room.

How to arrange furniture in Khrushchev in this case:

• In the bedroom you need a double bed or a sofa bed, in the living room - a sofa-transformer.
• The living room periodically turns into a dining room, because the kitchen is also small. We need a dinner table for six people. Suitable table-book.
• Due to the fact that the dining area is taken out into the room, the space in the kitchen is freed - only the working area can be made.

Feel free to use racks:

• in the living room;
• in the bedroom;
• in the kitchen;
• in the bathroom.

Important! Racks better to make large - the full height and width of the wall.

A family with one child

It's best to turn a small room into a nursery. The living room is also a bedroom for adults.

How to arrange furniture:

• In the children's closet, which certainly will be a few, it is better to put in the corners, so that in the center there is space for games. The writing desk is best placed at the window.
• As for the living room, it needs to be zoned. Make it best with a chest of drawers with a TV.Of course, the chest of drawers should not be an ancient grandmother, occupying three quarters of the room, but something modern and elegant. A window can have a work area.

In the bathroom are:

• sitting bath;
• toilet seat;
• sink( best - built-in);
• washer;
• a rack for various trifles.

Family with two children

There is no living room in this case. The apartment is actually two bedrooms: small - for children, large - for adults. In the nursery are:

• 2 arm-chairs;
• table by the window;
• several racks.

Important! You can go and another way - to make berths attached to the shelves. At night, they recline, for the day - cleaned. But a folding table can be.

As for the adult room, there are:

• a folding sofa;
• racks along all the walls;
• folding dining table;
• several chairs, best with cavities inside.

Important! If you need a TV, it's best to hang it up so that it's comfortable to watch from the couch. In the kitchen, use racks safely. It is advisable that the whole family could gather there, because there is a catastrophically shortage in the living room.

We were convinced that a small apartment is not a sentence, and even here there are options for placing furniture so that it is practical, beautiful, and convenient for everyone. Now once again think about the possible layout of your apartment and embody your ideas, creating a cozy family nest.