How our kitchen will look is certainly one of the most important decisions when planning our home. This is not only a place for cooking and preparing meals, but also a place for family gatherings, chats, entertainment and relaxation. Therefore, we must make sure that there is enough space in it and that entering it will awaken pleasant feelings in us. Here are 8 ideas on how to plan a kitchen where the whole family can spend time.
1. Divide it into several parts
Experts advise to divide the kitchen into three clearly defined parts. The first should be intended cooking and food preparation, but it should include kitchen cabinets, a counter, a sink, a stove and a refrigerator. From a practical point of view, it is best to have them as close as possible, as this will make cooking easier. The second part should be dedicated eating: the main thing there is the kitchen table. The last part should be for relaxation: you can put a sofa, an armchair, cabinets with board games there... These three parts can differ in styles and colors and in this way form an interesting whole.
2. Connect it to the living room
Kitchens open type, which from living rooms they are not separated by doors and walls, they are ideal for families. They allow you to watch what is happening while cooking and talk to the children who are sitting at the table or on the couch.
Also, as a host, you will be able to chat with your friends while preparing meals. Fewer walls also means, of course extra space, which is always useful, especially if a large family lives in the home.
Connect the kitchen with the living room Photo: Max Vakhtbovych / Pexels3. Swap the chairs for a bench
Upholstered bench is a great way to ensure that there is always enough space for everyone at the dining table. That way, you will never have to worry about it at children's parties and family gatherings ran out of chairs. It is best to place the bench right next to the wall – this way you will save space in the kitchen.
4. Include a kitchen island in your plans
So-called kitchen island it can be an ideal addition when we talk about a kitchen dedicated to family life. It will enable you more space for preparing food, but also for socializing and chatting. For greater comfort, you can place it next to it chairs, but be careful when buying that they are high enough.
A kitchen island is an ideal addition to a family kitchen Photo: Mark McCammon / Pexels5. Cabinets should be tall but practical
If you have small children, have a choice wardrobe especially theirs in mind usefulness. It's best yes dangerous and fragile things place as high as possible and not in plain sight, so make sure the cabinet allows you to do this.
At the same time, you will bring a pleasant mood to the room if the wardrobe also has one open shelves, where you can place photos and artwork of your youngest.
Part of the kitchen can become a place to work from home Fo to: Ekaterina Bolovtsova / Pexels6. Arrange a place to work from home
During the pandemic, we started spending more time in the kitchen than usual - even if we are "at work", it doesn't hurt to have the refrigerator as close as possible. If you like to sit at the kitchen table with your laptop or notes, make sure you choose first comfortable chairs and planned the kitchen in such a way that it will provide you with enough space.
Also, the best work environment is one where you feel welcome. That's why we suggest lighter shades both with furniture and walls.
7. Be practical when choosing a floor
In the kitchen, where the whole family spends time, it will almost certainly sometimes happen that something breaks, gets dirty, falls on the floor... That's why you have to be careful when choosing the floor practical.
We suggest that you choose the floor from stone, as this material is exceptional resistant to shocks and dirt. Marble floors are beautiful, but may not be the best choice for a family kitchen.
8. Ensure good lighting
In kitchens where something interesting is always happening, it is lighting key, as it will allow you to always have control over the youngest control, and it will also be easier to find lost items and spot stains. A well-lit space will undoubtedly elevate yours as well mood as soon as you step into it.
