Heritage of the 50s, 60s of the previous century, open cuisine is today a fairly widespread phenomenon in modern homes.Originally designed for the sake of functionality and space gain, American -type cuisine is also gaining popularity thanks to its compliance with contemporary lifestyle.The multitasking becoming a concept leading our existence, our houses are forced to respond to this transformation of habits.And what do we do?We slaughter the walls to create an airy space which allows us to accumulate several functions on a daily basis.
Idea of how to arrange a small kitchen open in white
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A kitchen open to a dining room, on a living room, or on both ... It is not rarer to see!The "open concept" has several advantages which guaranteed it the place of leader among all the interior solutions.But why this craze?
Nowadays, we get carried away for spacious interiors which are also very practical;It is much easier to give free rein to your creativity when you have a large space than when you set up rooms with a well -defined function (kitchen, dining room, living room);The lack of physical separations could also create the illusion of magnitude in case your space is rather limited
A wooden open kitchen, contemporary style.A fine example of a place gain in a modern house
The absence of partition means more natural light for your room;This is a significant advantage, especially during winter days when our home generally receives less light
Example of very spacious open kitchen, which has given way to light.Several suspensions ensure the lighting during the evening and the night
No more long passages between the kitchen, the dining room and the living room;With an open kitchen, everything is at hand;You can already chat with your guests while preparing dinner
Pass the kitchen without problem at the table and then to the rest corner in the living room.One of the great advantages of open cooking
People who have children may be the ones who best appreciate this type of home.It allows you to accomplish your daily tasks while keeping an eye on children;So another big asset of American cuisine - it brings together the family to spend more moments together.
An American kitchen open to a dining room and wooden living room.A great way to give a warm appearance to an open space
The traps to avoid when the development of an open kitchen
However, you have to be careful when developing such a space since there are quite a few traps.To make your task easier, we have prepared a small list of advice to take into consideration before getting started.
Finding yourself in one and the same piece does not mean that you have to turn your back on different spaces and their original function.There are several ways to separate a visually room, without necessarily needing walls.
An essential in American cooking The island or the bar represent a good way to mark the contours of your kitchen.In addition, the counter could play the role of place where we have an aperitif with friends before going to the table;
A central island to separate the kitchen from the dining room.A kitchen layout open in gray, refreshed by small yellow accents
The furniture chosen for your show could also serve as a separation;A sofa leaning against the kitchen, some armchairs to mark the limits of this entertainment area and a pretty minimalist coffee table in the middle - such a type of development could successfully separate the living room so that it is a separate room
A living space with furniture on the edge to delimit the relaxation area from that of the kitchen and the dining room
You can either choose such a coating for the different zones, or opt for two different types of dressing in the kitchen and in the living room.For the latter, the best choice is the coating that brings a warm appearance, like wood for example.In the kitchen, prefer tiles or other material that is easy to clean and maintain.However, be careful not to create an overly pronounced break.
An American kitchen separated from the dining room by the arrangement of Comptoir and a beautiful mosaic with oriental patterns
Nevertheless, while delimiting space, it is also good to keep a certain cohesion between the different zones, if not, you risk creating a real chaos.This feeling of consistency could be obtained thanks to a few tips that we want to share with you.
Painting could also play the role of visual separation but it is however good to stay in a single range of colors.You can for example opt for a shades of colors, which means tones close to the same color.Or you can choose two to three colors that go well together to create continuity and this by adding in the kitchen and the living room of the same color that refer to each other.
A combination of neutral and wood to arrange a small kitchen, Scandinavian style.Open height kitchen model on a living room and dining room.Another great way to separate space
Unique decorative style
Don't play too much with styles.It is clear that you cannot have cooking in an industrial style open to a shabby chic lounge;It is also to opt for stylistic cohesion;
Open kitchen on dining room chic country style.A charming decorative diagram for your open space
Repetitive accent
A last tip to create visual consistency is rehearsal.A repetition by recovery of colors but also through the use of similar materials, furniture (chairs for example) or identical accessories.
Decorative accents in yellow and green in the kitchen and the adjacent dining room to create continuity.A very welcoming American kitchen example
Enlighten the space
Of course you will be able to enjoy abundant light during the day but ... at sunset?The united space is linked to the existence of several activity zones that may remain poorly lit.For this reason, it is good to install several sources of light.Apart from the ambient lighting, also remember to put suspensions above the counter or the dining room table.LED lighting integrated into your credenza is another light source that will add an interesting design touch to your kitchen.Indirect lighting could for its part put an emphasis on a focal point of your room.
Several sources of light to shed light on this open kitchen, industrial style
Separations to preserve privacy
If there is one thing that could be compared to the open kitchen, it is the fact of removing space with intimacy.To remedy it, you could install a separation.Removable partition, canopy, screen or why not open storage or a vegetable wall.This will also allow you to hide the disorder that usually reigns in the kitchen.However, avoid completely closing the space.Finally, the objective of American cuisine is to be opened.
Kitchen separation - Living room and dining room by a black canopy.A partition that preserves intimacy, while keeping the appearance open
Think about ventilation and heating
Finally, remember that heating a large space is not an easy task and that it could be expensive.To this end, it is good to consider the heating floor option.A particular thought must also be reserved for ventilation so that the odors remain in the kitchen.We then advise you to opt for a powerful vacuum cleaner.
Charming idea How to fit out a small kitchen with opening on a modern dining room.A powerful and household appliance in stainless steel
Example of small wooden kitchen layout, open to dining room and living area.A fireplace to give a welcoming character to the room
Example of open kitchen layout, chic country style in mint green color.Rustic dining room in extension
Small black and white kitchen layout, vintage style, countryside with open to a refined dining room
The carpet - another way to create a kitchen separation - Successful living room
Example of kitchen with purple bar open to a dining room, Scandinavian style
White American cuisine with black worktops.Wooden table, surrounded by black and red chairs
A kitchen open to living room, industrial style.Glass ball pendants which represent a magnificent decoration accent
Chic country style kitchen in mint green and island in water green.Opening on a living room with blue and orange sofa
Idea of how to arrange a small kitchen with black and white bar.Opening on a simple design dining room
Small open wooden kitchen in a simple and stylish interior
Kitchen separation - living room by an oriental carpet.Example of black and white kitchen open to a living room decorated with anthracite gray furniture
Idea of how to arrange a small kitchen open to a living room, dining room with wooden furniture.Modern fireplace and suspended swing which gives a lot of charm to this very cozy space
Kitchen open to a living room.A wooden library to separate the space from the dining room
