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The refrigerator is the most indispensable thing in the kitchen. How to place this item in such a way as to preserve the stylistic unity of the room, make the atmosphere as comfortable as possible, and save more free space in a small kitchen? For many, the solution is a built-in refrigerator in the kitchen unit.

Built-in refrigerator in a small kitchen
This technique is very popular due to its convenience in everyday life and pleasant appearance harmonizing with the interior.

Advantages and disadvantages

Pros of kitchen design with built-in appliances

• It is beautiful. We always want everything in the room to be in color harmony. If the refrigerator is built into kitchen furniture, it will not stand out, it will always be at hand, without attracting unnecessary attention.
• It's comfortable. With this arrangement it does not occupy free space, which is never superfluous in a small kitchen.
• It's economical. Since the refrigerator compartment is located behind additional walls, heat and energy losses are reduced. This has a positive effect on your wallet.
• It's quiet. Excess noise is absorbed due to the walls. Being indoors in silence is always more pleasant than being surrounded by the hum of a working device.
• It's practical. Despite the small dimensions of the device, it remains quite spacious.

This is not only rational, but also beautiful. Nothing spoils the uniform style.
In classic interiors, it is especially important to disguise the refrigerator as a cabinet. IN in this example The equipment is hidden behind double doors.

Flaws

These include the initial difference in cost with regular placement. But this difference is more than compensated by the comfort of use.

Features of the built-in refrigerator

1. Almost all built-in kitchen refrigerators have a personal door awning system. Sometimes there are devices that are built into the door without a hinge system. When using a hinge system, it is very important to take into account the dimensions of the refrigerator itself and the dimensions of the cabinet door in order to avoid overlaps with opening and closing the door.

1. Do not forget that the device must be ventilated. Therefore, there should not be a back wall in the closet . The distance from the wall to the equipment should be more than 10 cm.
2. A built-in refrigerator in the kitchen does not have to look completely like a cabinet. For example, household appliance manufacturers Ariston have approached this issue creatively. The company presented a built-in model with transparent doors. Therefore, you should rely on your imagination.

1. When placing the refrigerator, rely on your own preferences. But you always need to remember the rule of the working triangle, which dictates the rational arrangement of the three main elements - the sink, stove and refrigerator.

How to install the device correctly, watch the video:

Location options

Choosing a place for equipment in a spacious room is not difficult. Where to put a refrigerator in a kitchen with an area of ​​up to 8 square meters? Owners of Khrushchev apartments have already fallen in love with the idea of ​​a built-in model for its ergonomics.

The refrigerator in the kitchen in Khrushchev is located to the right of oven.

The place for appliances in a small and spacious kitchen is selected based on the furniture layout: corner, L-shaped, linear or U-shaped. Each option has its own working triangle rule, which was discussed above. We present examples of successful locations and ideas in various layouts with photos below.

Under the table top

Another good option for a small kitchen and for not big family. For 2 people, such a compact model will be enough.

Under the oven

Due to the fact that the refrigerator and oven do not touch, this option became possible.

In the closet

The most popular place is the closet. You can make custom-made furniture to fit the dimensions of a regular model, for those who just want to hide the equipment they have already purchased.

In the corner

In the corner, close to the wall or by the window - decide for yourself depending on your layout and shape of the kitchen.

On the island

In a spacious kitchen with an island set, you can even place two refrigerators: one for the main one, the other for the minibar.

On the island you can organize freezer or make one special mini-fridge just for drinks or vegetables.

Behind the buffet doors

For a romantic kitchen in Provence or country style, for example, in order to maintain a unified stylistic design, it is almost impossible to do without built-in appliances.

No one will suspect that the main element of the kitchen is hidden behind the buffet doors.

Photo gallery of successful solutions

See the next collection of photos for more ideas.

A niche was prepared for the equipment

The refrigerator is built into the closet near the exit
Convenient place in the first closet to the left of the window

The best built-in refrigerators: review of manufacturers

On Russian market among American and European companies have been leading for a long time:

• BOSH and SIEMENS from Germany;
• ELECTROLUX from Sweden;
• INDESIT from Italy.

Among household appliances from Asia, the most popular are LG and SAMSUNG from Korea, PANASONIC and SHARP from Japan.

The refrigerator is not only functional part kitchen interior. With the right approach, it can become a real decoration of the room, surprising guests and allowing them to gain aesthetic pleasure.

A similar result can be achieved using selected color range. Any hardware store sells devices various colors, including traditional whites and bold bright shades.

The refrigerator is not only an important unit, but also a significant accessory in the kitchen interior

Black refrigerator in the kitchen

The popularity of this color technique is growing rapidly. Experienced design experts say that a black refrigerator in the interior can emphasize the style of the room and become a kind of accent.

The black refrigerator becomes the master of the kitchen

By placing a black refrigerator in the kitchen interior, a black and white color scheme will look most advantageous. Facades of dark shades, gray household appliances, light curtains and floors - this combination is ideal to create unique design kitchens with black refrigerator.

A refrigerator of this color looks great in combination with a black and white kitchen.

Using a device of this shade is an additional touch to the existing design. For example, a refrigerator should be combined with a palette of wallpaper or curtains. The presence of dark details in them is an important condition for choosing a black model.

A matte black refrigerator surrounded by black interior items becomes even more massive

Steel color

Silver technology will successfully fit into almost any space. The “steel” device is ideal for rooms decorated in an industrial style. Silver is a sign of modernity and innovation.

Silver color matches many interior design styles

Advice! You should avoid placing a steel unit in a kitchen designed in the so-called rural or historical style.

A silver refrigerator will also be at home in a kitchen in light and white colors

Metallic-colored refrigerator built into a narrow cabinet

Let's add brightness

If you are not a supporter traditional solutions, constantly look for non-standard approaches even to design, then a bright, unusual refrigerator in the kitchen interior is what you need. Such a functional detail will lift the spirits of your household and guests and add variety to monotonous everyday life. Finding such a device these days is not difficult. On sale you will find equipment in red, green, blue and unexpected acidic shades.

A bright red refrigerator will be the main accent in a white kitchen

A blue refrigerator surrounded by white looks like a fresh pop of color

Blue refrigerator in retro style

With such diversity there are certain difficulties. Firstly, you need to select harmonious combination Total color design premises. Secondly, a colored refrigerator in the interior needs to be correctly integrated into the already created style. For example, to place a red refrigerator in the interior, you need to think through the remaining suitable elements in advance.

Surrounded by metallic shine, a delicate light green shade will add life to the kitchen interior

To make a green refrigerator match the rest of the decor, provide elements with a similar color

The units fit perfectly into bright spaces pastel shades, including mint and turquoise. For example, a beige refrigerator in the interior will set the mood for a calm mood. A design made in dark colors should be complemented with a dark blue or burgundy device.

Beige refrigerator in a kitchen unit of the same shade

White refrigerator in the kitchen

The classic style of the kitchen space involves the purchase of traditional white appliances. A different color can disrupt the design composition of the entire room, depriving it of harmony and unity.

This refrigerator will fit into classic interior with dominant white color

A white refrigerator will suit the interior in modern style with a predominance of white shades, for example, in painting facades or walls.

A white refrigerator is suitable for a kitchen with predominant light colors

White refrigerator in the interior white in a small kitchen

Built-in household appliances

The large area allows you to integrate a refrigerator into the interior of a spacious kitchen. When the cabinet doors are locked, such a unit is completely hidden from surrounding people. This is a recommendation for owners who do not want to give the main role in the design to any devices.

The refrigerator included in the headset occupies less space and does not stand out from the general style

If the refrigerator is purchased separately, it can be installed in a niche in the kitchen unit

The refrigerator can also be built into the bedside table

A single-compartment refrigerator will fit in the section under the kitchen table top

Style solutions for black kitchens

Limited design options and lack of variety style solutions– a common misconception among owners of kitchens designed in a dark palette. In fact, they can be both modern and classic. Don't stop at the gloomy gothic design.

The expressive color of the kitchen will highlight the refrigerator

The most optimal style for a dark kitchen space is minimalism. The combination of black and white colors will look especially harmonious. Furniture in this case should be as laconic as possible.

Even in gray interior you can achieve an excellent design effect

The classic style also does not interfere with dark shades, which can be used to frame contours or place accents. A sink or countertop made of porcelain stoneware fits well here. The apron tiles are one tone or laid out in a checkerboard pattern. Wooden floors will add coziness white ceiling will soften the color scheme.

White refrigerator in beige-brown kitchen"Khrushchev"

For design you can choose high-tech. The main thing is not to forget about conciseness and emphasis on the materials that are used. High-tech provides unlimited freedom in choosing kitchen appliances and furniture - from ultra-modern washing machines to unusual faucets and sinks.

In a high-tech kitchen, the refrigerator will look like the main attribute of a high-tech living environment

Art Nouveau style allows you to experiment with the chosen range. Features are emphasized by the suspended ceiling and floor natural wood. An excellent addition would be a creative hood or a built-in analogue.

Appearance of a refrigerator in modern style

How to properly position the device in the kitchen

There are several rules for placing household appliances.

1. Comfort and accessibility are the conditions that must be observed when placing a kitchen unit. The refrigerator in the kitchen interior should be located in close proximity to the food preparation area, for example, next to the oven or sink.
2. To maximize space savings, design experts strongly advise placing the device in a corner. This location option is considered the most successful, as it will give household members and guests freedom of movement around the kitchen. Matching the parameters of the rest of the furniture in the kitchen will create a feeling of integrity of the composition.
3. The small size of the kitchen space will not interfere with the placement of such important household device. An excellent solution for compact parameters would be to locate the unit near the door. A tall refrigerator in the interior can be used as a partition that will zone the space. Most often, owners dismantle the door and expand the door arch, thereby increasing the area.
4. To place a refrigerator in the kitchen interior, you can build a separate niche. In this case, the decoration of the room will look complete. This design advice is suitable for owners of small kitchen premises. The interior of a small kitchen with a refrigerator obliges owners to give preference to compact models. Now on store shelves you can find units similar in size to washing machines. Such a small device will be conveniently placed under the surface of the work area.

Fill a small kitchen with pieces of furniture and household appliances many times more difficult than decorating the interior of, for example, a modest living room. After all, all this must not only fit on a few square meters, but also be connected correctly. The question of where to put the refrigerator in a small kitchen so that it works correctly and for a long time, and is easy to use, arises especially acutely. You can’t do without proven advice and knowledge of a number of important rules.

In addition to the fact that in a small kitchen the place for the refrigerator must be selected taking into account the shortage square meters, it is important to remember other nuances.

Firstly, a refrigerator is a household appliance that requires connection to an electrical outlet. It requires the installation of a separate outlet with a dedicated power line (do not forget to make a note in the distribution panel). Never connect the device via an extension cord. The outlet itself should be located so that you can turn off the refrigerator from the network. Usually this is a distance of up to 10 cm from the floor level.

Distribution panel with signed power lines

Secondly, the surface of the device must be cooled. For this reason, it cannot be placed close to a wall or a tall cabinet. There should be at least 2-3 cm of free space on the sides. It is recommended to maintain a distance of 15 cm from the wall to the back of the refrigerator.

It is important! If the refrigerator is almost level with any piece of furniture, then a gap of at least 10 cm must be left between them. This is necessary for the smooth opening of the door.

Thirdly, pay attention to the quality of the flooring in the place where you plan to place the household appliance. The floor must be level, without strong differences in height, potholes or other defects.

Also worth paying attention to: the configuration of the room, the height of the ceilings, the location and size of the window, the presence of other household appliances.

You also need to clearly understand where you absolutely cannot place the refrigerator, even if there is very little space.

• In close proximity to gas or electric stove. In this area there are regular changes in air temperature, which can negatively affect the operation of the device.
• Near heating device. For the same reasons.
• Near the sink. High humidity in this area also poses a risk of disruption to the normal operation of the refrigerator.
• Near a window into which direct sunlight hits. Their impact will cause the device to overheat and contribute to its rapid failure.

Poor placement of the slab and refrigeration equipment

Options for placing a refrigerator in a small kitchen

There are several options for placing this household appliance in a modest-sized kitchen. They have been tested by numerous designers and the experience of residents of small apartments. The choice of a specific solution depends on your capabilities, needs and room configuration.

Installing a refrigerator in a niche

This is one of the most convenient and practical options. In the niche it will be partially protected from dirt, sunlight and mechanical influences. The main thing is that all the rules for connecting the device are followed, and nothing prevents its doors from opening.

If the refrigerator is small, then the free space above it can be taken up by shelves or cabinets for storing kitchen utensils, seasonings, etc.

Spacious niche – good decision to save space

Chic option for a retro style kitchen

Option for kitchen interior classic style

If there is no niche provided for in technical documents, you can arrange it yourself. Consult an architect. In some cases, this is a redevelopment and requires appropriate approval from government agencies.

To work, you will need metal profiles, fasteners and sheets of moisture-resistant drywall. The sequence of work is as follows:

1. Choose a place to build a niche.
2. If necessary, level the walls, floor, and ceiling in this part of the room.
3. Produce everything necessary measurements taking into account the “spare” and necessary distances for air circulation.
4. Install the socket.
5. Mount the frame from metal profiles, fixing them among themselves and on the main surfaces of the room. For control you use building level.
6. Sheathe the finished structure with sheets of plasterboard.
7. You prime, putty and finish the niche according to your preferences.
8. Connect the refrigerator, having first leveled it.

This is important: if there is no air circulation in the niche, the refrigerator will overheat, this will disrupt its normal operation. In the instructions for modern products, manufacturers usually indicate minimum dimensions niches for embedding.

Placing the appliance on the balcony adjacent to the kitchen

If your kitchen is adjacent to a loggia or balcony, then it makes sense to consider installing a refrigerator there.

However, even if there is a shortage of square meters in the kitchen, this option is rarely used, since there are several defining points:

• Maximum room insulation. Even in severe winter, the temperature on the balcony must correspond to the values ​​​​specified in the device’s operating manual.
• High-quality balcony ventilation. It is necessary to prevent overheating of the refrigerator or, conversely, excessive formation of condensation.
• Proper installation of the device. It should not be exposed to precipitation or direct sunlight.
• Device weight. Of course, if you carried out global work on insulating the loggia, you probably took care of strengthening its foundation. But given the considerable weight of the refrigerator and the condition of the floor slab, this may not be enough.
• Prohibition on installing a power outlet on the loggia. It is worth noting that many people neglect this ban, as well as the ban on using an extension cord.

In this case, there is no proper shading of the device - this is wrong

Thus, if initially your plans did not include landscaping the balcony, placing a refrigerator on it can cost you a pretty penny. Not to mention the loss of time and nerve cells upon coordination of all your actions with the relevant authorities.

Removing the refrigerator onto the balcony is possible only if a number of conditions are met.

Corner placement options

IN small kitchen It is important to properly manage every centimeter of space, so even with a linear layout, the refrigerator most often ends up in the corner.

Corner placement of the appliance in a very small kitchen

The ideal option is to match the depth of the corner and the size of the refrigerator

Taking into account the basic rules for installing a refrigerator, you can find a place for it in the corner:

• By the window. In this case, it is usually separated from the stove and sink by a small cutting table. Please note: this option will not suit you if the refrigerator protrudes beyond part of the wall and blocks the window.

• In the dining area. However, in this case, it is necessary to carefully consider where and how the table for eating will be located. It may even have to be moved to another room.

Even such a handsome man was put in a corner like a naughty child

Note! Such solutions are especially relevant for rooms with linear and L-shaped layouts.

The advantage of installing a refrigerator in a corner is that it does not interfere with free movement around the kitchen. If you are just about to purchase a device, choose narrow models with shallow depth.

The refrigerator in the corner and the stove are separated by a small countertop

Refrigerator at the entrance to the kitchen - a hindrance or a good solution

Often, near the entrance to the kitchen there is a fairly large “dead” zone where nothing stands. There is also a quite attractive corner, a niche. It’s worth taking a closer look at this place, because a properly selected and installed refrigerator can completely transform the room.

Firstly, the rest of the kitchen space will look lighter and more spacious. This effect can be enhanced by light furniture and finishing materials. Secondly, a bright, original design device can become the accent that defines the beginning of one of the functional areas in the apartment.

A bright refrigerator is a real decoration of the kitchen

Refrigerator at the entrance L-shaped kitchen

In order for such a solid device to be in line with the headset, its back part was placed in a niche

Note! This option is not suitable for elongated rooms and kitchens with narrow corridors leading to them.

As for the disadvantages, such a decision often entails abandoning the kitchen door. Not everyone is ready for such sacrifices. But if you are ready, then you can go even further - widen the doorway. Then the refrigerator itself will be perceived differently. Against the background of a wide opening, it will visually appear smaller.

A neat opening without a kitchen door

You can also place the device near the entrance to the kitchen, but on the other side - in the corridor. Of course, in this case it is necessary to clearly assess how much it will interfere with movement between rooms. But if you can boast of a spacious corridor, then this is a good solution for a small kitchen.

It is important! A refrigerator in the hallway should not look like an alien object that is standing there temporarily and is about to be moved. Careful design of the interior will help to avoid this effect. You may even have to decorate the device itself. For this purpose, there are magnetic and slate boards, stickers, etc.

Not The best decision, but sometimes the only possible

Embedding a refrigerator - camouflage and space saving

Built-in refrigerators have been at the peak of popularity for several years now. The ability to hide a fairly large device and fit it into any interior style, thanks to well-chosen furniture fronts, appeals to many.

Built-in under the countertop

If you have a choice, then a small device built under the countertop would be a good option. In a similar way, a washing machine or dishwasher is placed in the kitchen.

Two small chambers under the tabletop

Note! The most modest models are only half a meter high. The most popular segment is with refrigerators with a height of 60-100 cm.

This solution involves several variations and depends on the availability and location of the freezer.

1. Refrigerator only. It is installed under the countertop and pleases with its size without losing functionality. Suitable for you only if you do not need a freezer - for long-term storage of food.

1. Refrigerator with freezer drawer. Such a box fulfills its direct function, but has very modest dimensions.

1. The refrigerator is in the kitchen, the freezer is in another room. One of the most popular options. You significantly save space in the kitchen, but at the same time do not lose the functionality of the device. The only caveat is that all the rules for connecting the refrigerator will need to be followed twice.

Compact refrigerator with freezer drawer

Such low refrigerators usually fit easily under the countertop without compromising the integrity of the kitchen interior or interfering with traffic in the work area. To best match the dimensions of the device and the piece of furniture, it is recommended to purchase them at the same time.

Small refrigerator compartment for essential products

Undercounter refrigerators are not able to meet the food storage needs of a family of 3-4 people, but for 1-2 people this is quite enough.

Building a refrigerator into a cabinet

Behind the furniture façade you can hide not only compact refrigerator, but also large-sized equipment. In such cases, the refrigerator is more like a single-door cabinet and completely blends in with the rest of the furniture in the set.

Its features are as follows:

• No blank back wall. It is successfully replaced by a grille that provides ventilation to the rear.
• The box is made strictly according to the size of the refrigerator.
• The device itself is not on the floor, but on the bottom of the cabinet.
• Furniture fronts are hung on the doors using special fasteners.

Rational use of corner space

The result is pleasing with its aesthetics, but it should be taken into account that the internal volume of such refrigerators is less than that of similar free-standing models occupying the same area.

The furniture facade successfully disguises even the largest refrigerator

How to save space in the kitchen

Total space saving will help you fit a refrigerator in a small kitchen. To do this, use the next practical advice.

One of the main ways to save space in the kitchen is to reduce the number of household appliances.

• First, think about what you can give up. Perhaps life can be improved without a dishwasher. Some people don't even need an oven.
• Secondly, give preference to multifunctional appliances. There is no point in buying a vegetable cutter, meat grinder and mixer separately when you can buy a food processor.

• Thirdly, evaluate the possibility of installing and storing some household appliances in another room. Maybe the washing machine will still fit in the bathroom?

Also think about the need to place a dining area in the kitchen. It is not necessary for a family of 3-4 people to crowd together at a small table. Meals can also be moved to the living room. If you categorically reject this option, then consider replacing a full-fledged table with a narrow bar counter or folding tabletop. Folding chairs will also come in handy.

Small table like a bar counter

Make the most of your free space. This is especially true for verticals. Wall shelves, cabinets, rails and others wall systems storage will become irreplaceable assistants for 4-7 sq. m. Even on the inside of the cabinet door you can hang small shelves for spices. Don't forget about the window sill - it can also serve as a shelf. So that loose fabric curtains do not bother you, you can replace them with roller curtains or even blinds.

Beautiful use of free wall space

A small room is not a death sentence. Your imagination and design ideas, seasoned with a rational approach to the choice of furniture and household appliances, will help make the most modest kitchen functional, practical and cozy!

Video selection of “refrigeration” ideas for small kitchens

What housewife doesn’t dream of a large and spacious kitchen? Only the one that already has it is true. But what to do if the kitchen area is only 6 square meters, and sometimes even less, how to increase it? I really want this little one to be equipped with all the necessary household appliances, so that everything is at hand, so that she is comfortable, and so that there is a place where the whole family can gather at the table, receive relatives and friends. Create original interior and choosing a design in a Khrushchev-era building during renovation is not an easy task, but nothing is impossible.

Where to start planning a small kitchen in Khrushchev. Design selection

There are two types of kitchens: square and rectangular. You should start with the most simple thing at first glance, namely, get rid of everything unnecessary, because the main idea is to visually increase the space.

There are some rules for planning small kitchens:

1. In Khrushchev it is recommended to place furniture and household appliances in the letter “G” or the letter “P”.
2. It is better to leave a gap of 5 centimeters between the equipment.
3. Make the selection of furniture in favor of capacious, but compact.
4. Life equipment – ​​mini, built-in: it takes up less space.
5. Instead of a stove, you can use a hob; there are 2 and 3 burner options on sale.
6. Provided that a hood is installed above the stove, the doors can be removed and the opening expanded.
7. If in Khrushchev-era kitchens have access to a balcony, then you can expand the area using it, having previously insulated it.
8. The balcony will serve as a dining room (read here with photos).
9. Another option, although more labor-intensive, is moving the sink to the window opening. This will make it easier to place kitchen furniture using corner elements.
10. There must be at least two sockets above the surface where food preparation takes place.
11. For such a dining area, roller blinds would be the most acceptable option. They are practical and take up minimal space.

How to visually expand the space and choose furniture to complement the design?

For kitchens in Khrushchev with 6 squares, it is recommended to place furniture and household appliances in the letter “G” or in the form of a linear layout. When choosing furniture, preference is given not to hinged doors, but to sliding or folding doors. Folding tables and chairs will help free up space and make the interior functional. It is better to choose a round or oval table. Convenient - furniture that can be easily transformed, for example, a pull-out section; it can be used not only for storage, but also as a work surface.

Oddly enough, the presence of large decorative elements in a Khrushchev-era building visually increases the space of the kitchen (photo below). Using mirrors when decorating an apron will optically increase the space. An excessive number of hanging shelves and cabinets reduces space. Horizontal parts should be used as little as possible. It is advisable to fill vertically. Tall, narrow cabinets will look lighter and more appropriate than low, but wide ones.

Recommended to use corner furniture. Use all corners, use not only the cabinets below, but also mounted models. You can and should use the window sill. Attach a folding tabletop to it or use the space underneath to store equipment. The surface of the window sill can be replaced with a wider one and used as a working surface.

Almost all Khrushchev buildings have a mezzanine above the entrance; it can be dismantled and shelves and cabinets can be hung there. The use of many mirrored, shiny surfaces in the decor optically adds space. Glass furniture, glass doors will add lightness and airiness. The fewer open shelves in the design, the visually more space, which is important for such a small space in Khrushchev-era buildings. A floor where materials are laid diagonally (for example, laminate) will visually expand the space.

Sliding or folding entry doors will save space and keep odors out. A microwave oven, dishwasher, oven, if they are not built-in, can be mounted on special wall mounts. In a small family instead dining table you can use a bar counter, it will also serve as an additional work surface and storage place (photo above).

Play of interior shades and lighting for visualization

Color and lighting play an important role in the design of small kitchens. The basic rule: do not use more than two colors, avoid dark shades of the wall (read how to choose the right design (photo+video)) and floor. Dark colors They will significantly compress, and light ones will expand the space. Light colors will give the necessary airiness and lightness. You can place accents with bright, colorful decorative elements. Combining matte and glossy materials will also add additional volume.

For walls, it is ideal to choose a white color (see also White kitchen) or milky tones. Good - beige (reviewed here (with photo)), Ivory, cream, etc. If you still prefer dark colors, then be sure to choose light furniture. It’s optimal if you choose the kitchen wall (how to choose here) and the adjacent room in the same colors. In Khrushchev, wallpaper in the kitchen should not be overloaded with a pattern located vertically or, optimally, plain. The ideal option would be washable wallpaper. You can “play” with the color of the furniture. It can be bright, colorful, or maybe a tone or two different from the color of the walls or floor.

Lighting plays a big role. The best option is a fairly large crystal chandelier (tips for choosing here) in the dining area and spotlights above the work surface. Pay attention to the window; if it is narrow, then maybe it’s worth expanding the window opening? The better the room is lit, the more spacious it should look.

The curtains are light or match the color of the furniture, not to the floor; light fabrics look good - tulle, organza (read also Curtains with eyelets and Curtains with loops). Blinds are appropriate in the kitchen. Heavy curtains will look bad. Fabrics tend to get dirty quickly and absorb odors. Lightweight materials can be washed frequently and dry quickly after washing.

There is no need to get carried away with the abundance of decorative elements; 3-5 bright details for 6 squares is quite enough.

Repair and its errors

A good solution for choosing a design, if you are renovating a small kitchen, would be to design the space in the same style, with correctly placed accents. Kitchen appliances, a sink, and other work surfaces are located nearby, at a distance of about one and a half meters from each other. The room is not cluttered with furniture and is well lit.

It is not successful when the room is burdened by the wrong selection of colors in the interior, there is a mixture of styles, and there is no unity. An abundance of cabinets and shelves will significantly narrow the space.

Typical mistakes include:

• poorly thought out installation of sockets for electrical appliances;
• excessively large working surface;
• hood with massive air vent;
• lack of free space.

Style selection

Minimalism

Laconic, nothing superfluous, as simple as possible. The color palette is neutral. Compact, multifunctional furniture. Lots of free space if there is no need to clutter wall cabinets, or tall, narrow pencil cases to increase volume (recommended, say, for a family). Minimum decor, simple household appliances. A contrasting, but in restrained tones, color option is possible.

Kunya in high-tech style in Khrushchev

An abundance of “advanced” household appliances, furniture with glossy surfaces, contrasting, bright color palette. Here you can “unwind your soul” by creating an original design. Shiny surfaces, glass, and rather expensive household appliances are a must. Maximum of metal, minimum of natural wood, abundance of newfangled details.

Modern

Practical style. Maximum amount of household appliances, metal. This is the most budget-friendly design option, made from modern available materials, and lasts quite a long time. Contrasting shades and interesting things are indispensable.

Classic style

Furniture made from natural wood or “like it” (described here). Light color palette. Use of stucco elements. It is impossible to completely comply with the classics in a small kitchen. You can take some elements as a basis. This style is suitable for connoisseurs of vintage and victorian era. An abundance of wooden carved parts and porcelain - great way make your cookery original.

Provence

Elegant, light furniture, the presence of floral motifs in the design, light colors, the presence of flowers in pots, curtains rustic style, dishes of different colors.

Idea with a window sill table

Window sill-tabletop is an excellent solution for small kitchen 6 square meters. Masks the heating radiator, provides storage space, and serves as additional space for work. Tabletops of this type eliminate the need to purchase and place a dining table, and, therefore, significantly save space.

The kitchen set can be combined into a single unit with the surface with a countertop-window sill. Whether it would be better to have a bar counter, a tabletop with rounded shapes or a rectangular one depends on the interior of the kitchen.

Placement of a gas water heater

Usually, geyser in such houses it is a skillfully disguised device in kitchen furniture. She doesn't large sizes can be placed in a wall cabinet above the countertop or simply above the work area. The column should not be placed near refrigerators, hoods, gas stove. The cabinet for the column must be purchased from special fireproof materials. You can not make a cabinet at all, but place it between two wall cabinets, completing a false door that closes with a magnet after complete installation.

Kitchen decor: installing a bar counter

In Khrushchev for a small family, a kitchen design of 6 sq.m. with a bar counter - just a godsend. It is convenient for two or four to dine at the counter, it can be used as a cutting/storage area when preparing food, it can serve extra space storage Bar counters are single-level ( simple table top), multi-level (where shelves are located) or a place where you can build a refrigerator or other household appliance. The bar counters are equipped with a chrome rack for glasses, mugs and other small items.

Place for a washing machine

Kitchens that are equipped with a machine for washing clothes become more functional and allow the housewife to cook and wash at the same time. In Khrushchev, the washing machine is built into a specially designated niche, next to the sink. Some people do not install a door; some housewives, on the contrary, prefer the door to disguise the equipment. Modern market allows you to choose the color of the machine to match your kitchen set or purchase ready-made set with built-in washing machine, already performed in a single ensemble.

Refrigerator and 6 square meters in the kitchen

Choosing a place for the refrigerator

It is impossible to imagine a kitchen without a refrigerator. During the cooking process, the housewife uses it more than once, and in a small kitchen in Khrushchev, placing it, due to the small volume of the room, is somewhat difficult. A refrigerator built into kitchen furniture looks most advantageous if the kitchen area is small, the noise during its operation is less audible, and it is practical.

Options for placing the refrigerator: place it in a special niche corresponding to its dimensions; a single-chamber refrigerator can be built into the base of the countertop; two-chamber – with doors for the freezer and refrigerator compartment will be optimal for a large family; horizontal type - easy to install, compact, products are conveniently located.

What if the refrigerator is not placed in the kitchen?

In small Khrushchev-era rooms of 6 square meters. every centimeter is precious, so if possible, in planning, place the refrigerator nearby, for example, in the corridor, hallway, living room or balcony room. There will always be a use for the free space. For example, expand the dining area, or install more necessary household appliances.

A small kitchen can be turned into a center of attraction for the family, making it comfortable, cozy, and making cooking easier. It’s difficult, but how many ideas and imagination can be put into its design, make it different from others, conveniently place household appliances, arrange a working room, required sizes, surface. This is what will allow the owner to delight her household with culinary masterpieces, without getting particularly tired, without interference, and moving freely around her.

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Design with a refrigerator in the kitchen in Khrushchev

Smart household appliances are an integral part of interior and design modern kitchen or studio kitchens. And if a toaster or blender is easy to hide in a cabinet, then the place under the refrigerator, with its decent size, even for a small family has to be chosen carefully. Let's think together about where to place the refrigerator in the kitchen so as to preserve freedom of movement, provide a convenient approach to it, and fit it seamlessly into the interior.

One of the most freedom-loving design ideas The place of an apartment or house is the kitchen. Here you can bring to life the most bold ideas, especially when you are tired of her old look or you have purchased new units for your service and need to fit them gracefully into the space.

For example, your refrigerator is outdated, and you purchased a larger, more powerful, more elegant one. 

Basic rules for placement in a modern kitchen

The importance of the correct location of the refrigerator is determined by the fact that the kitchen is the most visited place in the house. Everything here should be extremely practical for every family member. The refrigerator must be installed so as not to disturb anyone, because its door is constantly opening and closing. There are usually no strict rules for installing a refrigerator, but there are several factors to consider:

• The shape and size of your kitchen is a determining aspect;
• The washing, processing and storage areas should be located at some distance from each other - depending on the layout of the kitchen and its square footage. meters;
• Ceiling height;
• Size and location of windows;
• Availability of a balcony in the kitchen;
• Is the kitchen a walk-through room?
• The nearest outlet and so on.
• You cannot install a refrigerator:
• Near a stove or heating radiators - such placement leads to incorrect operation;
• Near a window, because the refrigerator will heat up from direct sunlight directed at its body;
• In too damp room(more than 80%).

Advice: if you choose a refrigerator from of stainless steel, be sure to add similar elements to the interior, so the refrigerator will not be conspicuous, but will become part of the interior.

Location options

So that you don't have to rack your brains when deciding how to fit a refrigerator into your modern interior, the designers have prepared a lot for you ready-made solutions. Everyone will find something for themselves, both the owner of Khrushchev and the owner country house, and the owner of a studio apartment.

The corner is a valuable place

In order to profitably save space in the kitchen, planning experts advise, even strongly recommend, to use the available free corners to install a refrigerator. After all, when placed in a corner, it will not interfere with anyone’s movement around the room, especially if the dimensions of the refrigerator are matched to the dimensions of all the furniture in the kitchen - in this case, it will not stand out from the general line and will not disturb anyone.

Among other things, there are several collections offering narrower and elongated refrigerator designs, which is optimal solution to save space. Corner location – perfect option for a small kitchen, for example, in a Khrushchev-era building, where the area usually does not exceed 6 square meters. meters.

This choice will not harm the design and will fit into the layout. The refrigerator is placed separately near the entrance. It seems to continue the kitchen set, but at the same time maintains the required distance from the sink.

Placing the refrigerator in the free corners of the kitchen will significantly save space and leave free square meters for you. meters. If you choose the right refrigerator for the dimensions of the kitchen furniture, it will line up and will not interfere.

Selecting a line

A linear, straight arrangement, as opposed to a angular one, is suitable for a spacious kitchen where you don’t have to calculate the square footage. meters. The linear principle is the installation of a headset, refrigerator and other equipment in one common straight line. Usually the line is built along the walls. The refrigerator can be built into the furniture itself, then it will be surrounded on both sides by household appliances or a cutting surface, or it can be placed separately on one of the edges of the set.

Aligning in a straight line is the most popular option for installing a refrigerator. We also offer this option - place the refrigerator on a small podium, and hang an additional cabinet on top. It is important to remember one rule: do not install the refrigerator next to a sink or stove - its operation may be disrupted.

Kitchen with dining area

In such kitchens it is much easier to arrange all the appliances and furniture due to their fairly large sizes. Absolutely all models of refrigerators are suitable here; it is only important to justify such presence.

Since the refrigerator is a bulky household appliance, you need to balance its presence. Buy a buffet, cabinet or shelving unit of the same size; it should match the width, height and length of the refrigerator. Sometimes, with such a layout, the rule about the refrigerator, washing and processing zones is violated, but if you give preference to the beauty of the design, then the kitchen owner will have to bypass the extra square footage. meters.

Niche

Almost any construction or renovation begins with the creation of a project. It is necessary in order not only to have an idea of ​​​​the appearance of the room, but also to plan the arrangement of furniture and equipment. At the same time, a standard kitchen design of 8 sq. m with a refrigerator can have a lot of technological solutions for placing this device.

This type of project has a large number of its advantages and disadvantages.

If the kitchen does not have its own niche, you will have to do it yourself, which can take a lot of time and money. A niche will significantly save space.

Even the most ordinary beige refrigerator in a kitchen interior with a niche will look amazing.

When choosing such a project, it is necessary to resolve the issue of heat transfer from the device’s radiator and connection to the electrical network.

Such a project suitable for those people whose kitchen already has a similar place or access to the balcony.

Refrigerator by the window

Everything ingenious is simple. In the interior with a refrigerator by the window, you can save space that usually remains empty. In this case, you can choose a refrigerator that is narrower, but higher than the average: all the products will fit, and there will be more space for movement in the room.

To fill as much as possible free place useful things you can place above it hanging shelves with rarely used dishes, vases or some decorative elements.

The design of a room with a refrigerator by the window can be done in Provence style. Here is an example of a cozy, bright room with an accent on the window and a small refrigerator in a retro style. Pay attention to the textures of light wood and white stone: they visually expand the space and add style to the room.

Cute Provence can be replaced with popular Scandinavian minimalism: metal, airy white color, simple wood and simple designs without unnecessary details. And the fewer unnecessary parts, the more free space.

Another option is a refrigerator at the door

If the kitchen space is very small, then this option will be even more convenient and comfortable. When using a tall refrigerator, a wall is immediately formed, creating additional zoning of the room.
And sometimes it would be advisable to dismantle the door, thus expanding the room and increasing the door arch. You can create a separate plasterboard niche for building in a refrigerator, then the room will take on a complete look.

Another solution is a refrigerator under the work surface

This option is perfect for small kitchens; fortunately, there is a small refrigerator for this purpose, which is about the same size as a washing machine. Therefore, it fits under the work surface without any problems and is simply a life-saving option in cases where the kitchen is too small size. Very often, such mini-kitchens are found in studio apartments.

INbuiltfridge

For such a solution, sufficient kitchen space is required. The refrigerator built into the kitchen furniture is very convenient and completely invisible. kitchen cabinet if the doors are closed.

A built-in refrigerator in a kitchen unit is not only beautiful, but also practical and convenient. Such a refrigerator can often be seen in the kitchens of small apartments, since it does not take up as much space as a full-fledged refrigerator could. This type of refrigerator can store up to 170 liters.
A built-in refrigerator without a freezer can easily be placed under the countertop, this will be as convenient as possible, and such a refrigerator operates almost silently, which will not cause you any inconvenience.

Built-in refrigerator with two chambers

If your family is large enough, then the best solution for you would be to purchase a two-chamber refrigerator. A good and practical solution would be to purchase a refrigerator with two separate doors to the refrigerator and freezer compartments; this solution will save on electricity, since you will not need to open two compartments at the same time, and it is also an excellent opportunity to set each compartment to its own individual mode.

The refrigerator compartment can be located either at the bottom or at the top, just like the freezer. This type of refrigerator is very common these days and almost every refrigerator manufacturer produces this type. Manufacturers of two-chamber refrigerators are trying to improve their models every year, thereby making them more comfortable to use by adding additional functions to them. There are models of refrigerators in which there is an antibacterial coating on the inner walls, as well as special freshness zones for storing fresh vegetables and fruits.

To install a two-chamber refrigerator, a separate cabinet is often assembled, which in the process becomes an integral part of the kitchen unit.

Built-in wine refrigerator

Abroad, wine refrigerators, and especially those built into kitchen units, are commonplace in the kitchen; in our country, this kind of luxury can be found quite rarely, but still, from year to year, such refrigerators are beginning to become increasingly popular. If you are a wine lover, then you should install such a refrigerator in your kitchen; it will delight not only you, but also all your loved ones.
A wine cooler is designed specifically for storing wines and not other food or drinks. An excellent and most practical place to install this type of refrigerator can be considered the place under the countertop.

Positive qualities of a built-in refrigerator

Built-in refrigerators are often purchased by those owners who plan the design of their kitchen down to the smallest detail. After all, a free-standing refrigerator cannot always fit well into the interior of your kitchen and the furniture in it, which is why you buy a built-in refrigerator, which will be closed with the same door as the furniture in your kitchen.

Advantages of a built-in refrigerator:

• In appearance, it seems that built-in refrigerators are very small in size, this is not so, they are quite spacious, which does not always correspond to their appearance.
• Such refrigerators are used not only in houses or apartments, but also in offices, due to their invisibility.
• Built-in refrigerators can easily fit into any interior of your kitchen, even if it is a kitchen with an extraordinary design solution.
• The price of built-in refrigerators is not much higher than free-standing ones, so everyone can buy them, regardless of their income.

Disadvantages of built-in refrigerators

Built-in refrigerators do not have significant disadvantages, but still such a refrigerator will have slightly smaller dimensions than its free-standing similar refrigerator. Even if not by much, a built-in refrigerator is still more expensive than a similar non-built-in one, such a difference is not great. You should also not forget that the high price includes those high quality advantages that free-standing refrigerators may not have.

Instructions for installing a built-in refrigerator in a kitchen set

Before installing the refrigerator itself, you should familiarize yourself with a number of rules, this is the case if you are installing the refrigerator yourself. Often, built-in refrigerators must be equipped with a custom door awning system. But in the market of built-in appliances, it is possible to find a refrigerator that does not require a hinge system when installing a canopy. If you are installing the latest version of the refrigerator, then its installation will not take much time and effort. Often there are models equipped with hinges; in such a system, when the doors are opened, it seems as if they are sliding in relation to each other.

When installing refrigerators, you should definitely take into account the weight of the refrigerator doors, because their weight should be evenly distributed between the hinges on the furniture doors. The kitchen door can be made of any material; the main criterion is that it fits completely into the planned kitchen design. If you do not have the skills to work with building materials, then in this case the best option will order cutting of the material from a specialist in order to avoid complications during the work process.

Also in practice there are unusual and surprising models of refrigerators, for example, with transparent doors, but such a refrigerator will not be able to fit into every kitchen interior, and its price will exceed its analogues.

How to integrate a free-standing refrigerator into a kitchen unit

Many people often wonder whether it is possible to integrate a free-standing refrigerator into a kitchen set. The answer is yes, but with some difficulties. When you build a built-in refrigerator into a cabinet in the kitchen, you place it on a shelf, and a free-standing refrigerator should be on the floor, so when installing a regular refrigerator in a cabinet, you need to remove the bottom shelf, that is, leave it without a bottom.
The depth of space in the cabinet will be much larger in size than when installing a built-in refrigerator; the depth will exceed the depth of the countertop in the kitchen. A freestanding refrigerator should be well ventilated.
Therefore, there should be no back wall of the cabinet. Particular effort will be required to attach the refrigerator door to the cabinet door. Based on this, you can understand that a free-standing refrigerator can still be installed in a cabinet in the kitchen, but it will be very difficult compared to installing a built-in refrigerator.

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If you are a fan of stainless steel and at the same time do not want your refrigerator to stand out too much in the interior, then you need to add this type finishing.
For example, by placing in the kitchen interior some other items made of the same material, for example, a stainless steel stove. And then it will no longer be the refrigerator that will attract attention in the first place, but the whole stylish composition. If there are two ovens at once, they are usually located one on top of the other.

Refrigerator disguised as a cabinet

If you want to hide the refrigerator so that it does not spoil the overall interior of the kitchen, then the ideal solution would be to disguise it as a cabinet. Then it will still take some time to discover it.

This way you won’t have to disrupt the design of your kitchen at all, because you can order a cabinet from any material and paint it in any color.

The refrigerator can also be hidden under the cutting surface of your set - in drawers, which is good for a small kitchen. These miniature refrigerators are usually the size of washing machine- kitchenette for a studio apartment.

Advantages of built-in refrigerators:

• Fits perfectly into the interior, merging with it;
• Savings due to additional thermal insulation of walls;

• Less noise during operation;
• This type of refrigerator is protected against damage.

Don't forget to choose the color for your refrigerator

Very often, when buying a refrigerator, people do not always think about what color it should be. In most cases, standard white or metal-colored refrigerators are purchased. While today there is a huge selection of refrigerators with a wide variety of stylish shades, including even red and black. In other words, if you choose the right color, your refrigerator can take the place of the main decorative element and decoration of the entire interior as a whole.

When deciding how to hide a refrigerator in the kitchen, many manufacturers of this device decided to do the opposite. On the contrary, they put their equipment on display, giving it intricate forms, bright colors and even different drawings.

There are several trends in this area that need to be taken into account when creating a project.

The first solution is to give the device bright color, closest to the interior. That is why in this case the design of the room should be planned based on the appearance of the refrigerator.

When deciding how to hide a refrigerator in the kitchen, many resort to devices that have a matte surface. They do not shine in the sun, but when correct location indoors they become almost invisible.

Some manufacturers divide their products into freezer and refrigerator compartments. This solution allows you to install both devices in convenient place, saving space. Often an ordinary camera is placed directly in the room, and the freezer is taken out onto the balcony or loggia.

If the kitchen refrigerator is marked large drawing or an image, then it will become a real decoration and the entire interior should be based around it, from tiles and wallpaper to furniture.

However, if you plan to use old refrigerator, which does not fit into new design, then you can decorate it with your own hands.

For these purposes, you can use a special self-adhesive film with various patterns or patterns. However, it is worth remembering that this method is not durable and the photo applied to the surface will quickly erase or fade.

You can also use special paints. At the same time, some manufacturers specially produce entire series of dyes that are intended for refrigerators. This method is very reliable and allows for personal creativity.

Some video instructions recommend sewing up the refrigerator, turning it into an element of the kitchen wall. This method is very interesting, but when using it, do not forget that the rear panel must receive a sufficient amount of air, and condensation must not collect inside the section. Therefore, it requires special ventilation holes, which precludes the use of a wall inside the composition.

Although, it should be admitted that so far colored refrigerators are not as popular as, for example, steel-colored stainless steel ones. But when purchasing such a refrigerator, do not forget to pair it with some other household appliances made of the same material. Only in this case will the refrigerator look stylish.

And what style your kitchen is made in is not so important. Such refrigerators are appropriate in almost any interior style and are designed for rooms of any size. If you nevertheless purchase a refrigerator of a traditional white color, then you will also need some other white object to pair it with, just like a steel refrigerator. It could be a microwave oven or a range hood – whatever.

And further. Today there is an even more sophisticated way of decorating kitchen appliances - they are painted with an elegant pattern and even complemented with all kinds of rhinestones and crystals. It must be said that an unusually strong impression is made from bright prints covering the entire door, for example, in the form of a sunny sunflower, a striped zebra, delicious olives or a half-opened tulip.
However, if you wish, you can decorate even the most ordinary refrigerator, and do it yourself. And this can be done using vinyl stickers, which have been so popular lately.

Where to put the coldIlnik in a small kitchen

If you have a very small kitchen and you don't know how to fit a tall enough refrigerator, because then you will be left without a countertop, try to find a pantry-style refrigerator with drawers and a separate freezer of the same “height”.  

They can be built in to the left and right of the sink, just under two sections of the countertop. Remember that  what solution is found for decorating a kitchen corner in small hotels : he takes some small niche and contains only the essentials. You don’t need to save as much on yourself as you do at a hotel, so hob

, microwave with oven functions and other necessary things you can get quite comfortable and beautiful, distributing them evenly. And if necessary, the work surface can also be a sink, covered with a special shield. When cutting a hole for the sink, do not remove the resulting fragment, but make a cutting board out of it that will ideally fit on the sink, covering it not 50-60%, this is enough. If you want to stock your small kitchen dishwasher , please note that very compact ones are now being produced. Even if you can’t fit all the dishes there at once, you can do it in parts. In general, if you have a very small kitchen, the best option would be to tear down the wall separating it from the room and make  niche kitchen.

  If you are just thinking about where to make a kitchen corner in an apartment that has not yet been planned, keep in mind that it can be done by separating off part of the corridor with sliding doors.Japan has been producing furniture for a long time -, transformer

  many of our craftsmen are inspired by this idea, because it is ideal for small kitchens. In one item you can place several built-in and pull-out gadgets, like dresser drawers: a hob, a mini-fridge, a workspace that can also be used as a dining table.

Design of a large kitchen with a refrigerator

If, on the contrary, you have a large kitchen-living room or just a large kitchen in your home, you want to choose a refrigerator that is as spacious as possible and, at the same time, does not violate the overall harmony of the design. The modern assortment allows you to purchase a beautiful refrigerator; you just need to decide where to put it so that it does not take all the attention as the largest item in the kitchen.

Which kitchen is it suitable for: Both for a small work area with a large dining room, and for equivalent large rooms.

Refrigerator place

If this item is large and bulky, we will balance it with a pencil case or sideboard, shelves or racks of exactly the same size. What is important here are the dimensions of height, length and width, identical to the refrigerator. You can simply hide it in a closet, like a built-in unit. Camouflage it under part of a furniture set.

For a combined small kitchen and dining room, the optimal arrangement of interior objects is the letter P. Refrigeration equipment successfully completes the line.

Usually the refrigerator is installed in the far corner next to the window, a kitchen set is attached to the refrigerator and the rest of the technical equipment is built into the furniture.  Kitchen design photo with refrigerator  in high-tech style - one of the most popular. Steel and wooden surfaces, individual bright “spots” of lamps and beautiful dishes, a floating table and bright bar stools, perhaps a minibar or bar counter.

For wine lovers today they make mono and multi-temperature refrigerators for storing wines.  This is more convenient than a basement, which is quite difficult to adjust required temperature taking into account the need to heat the house and frequent changes in temperature outside the window. Not to mention that not everyone lives in private houses.

Of course designer refrigerator perfect for storing wines separate item luxury, in no way combining the functions of a conventional refrigerator. But if you choose both in the same style, with transparent doors, they can be placed symmetrically on both sides of the kitchen buffet, distributing the rest of the furniture with maximum comfort.
If you don't have a goal of storing a lot of wine, this could be a small refrigerator that fits easily between the stove and sink, giving you extra work surface at the top.

Kitchen design with a bright refrigerator

A bright refrigerator can add variety to a monotonous kitchen design. If you're bored, choose red, yellow, green or even pink. Or you can repaint yours!

A modern kitchen should be ideally comfortable and multifunctional, so it is better to think in advance about the use of its space in such a way that the hostess and the whole family feel comfortable and pleasant in this stylish room.

Installation rules

When installing refrigerators, it is necessary to take into account the fact that each household appliance has its own requirements for placement and power supply.

First of all, you need to understand that the refrigerator is equipped with a special device for heat removal. That is why its back wall is constantly hot, which means the device should not be placed close to the wall. A small gap is needed to ensure constant air circulation for cooling.

Do not install the refrigerator in a sealed space. Due to the difference in operating temperatures, condensation may form on its surface, which negatively affects operation and significantly shortens its service life.

When developing the design of a kitchen with a refrigerator, it is necessary to think in advance about the system for supplying electricity to the device. Do not use extension cords or tees. The refrigerator must be plugged into its own outlet, which must be located nearby.

If possible, the device should be grounded if recommended by the manufacturer.

A few more solutions for a small kitchen (Khrushchev buildings, studio kitchens andT.d)

Sometimes owners of a small kitchen place refrigerators in other rooms, but if this is not possible, you should try these options:

• Order in advance (or change the existing) kitchen set with a niche for the refrigerator;
• Give up the stove, replacing it with a multicooker/steamer/microwave;
• Replace a conventional stove with a built-in one, and install a refrigerator in its place;
• Instead of a regular refrigerator, buy a tabletop one (mini-fridge 50-60 cm) and place it under the table;
• The above corner solution.

From all the above tips, we can conclude that placing a refrigerator in the kitchen is not the easiest thing. Of course, there is no one general instruction for everyone, so try to balance all parameters as best as possible, take into account the aesthetic characteristics of objects, consult with specialists and rely on the experience of professionals.

Not in the kitchen

You can put a refrigerator in the kitchen, or you can take it outside. This option may not be the most traditional, but it has a number of advantages. After all, a standard two-chamber refrigerator is not small at all, and for some owners it is much more important to arrange a separate large family table in the kitchen for free space. Therefore, it becomes impossible to build a refrigerator into the kitchen; due to lack of space, it will simply be impossible to move around in the kitchen.

At the same time, the adjacent corridor or room can easily accommodate it in its own area. If the kitchen is small and does not fit well with the refrigerator, place it nearby, and its design should be selected based on the new interior.