Design of a one-room apartment in Khrushchev

Khrushchevka. Typical layouts

Mass construction of Khrushchev-era apartment buildings began in 1958 and lasted until 1985. At that time, thousands of families received their own housing in 4-5-story panel and brick houses. The rooms were very small and in most cases walk-through, the corridors were narrow and dark, and the bathrooms were shared. The ceiling height was 2.48 m, in rare cases – 2.7 m. The area of one-room apartments did not exceed 29-33 sq.m. of which 5.8-6.2 meters were allocated for the kitchen, from 15.9 to 20.7 meters - for the living room. The rest of the area was occupied by a corridor and a bathroom. The dimensions of the premises depended on the year of construction and the series and had the following typical layouts:

It is noteworthy that almost all one-room apartments had a balcony and almost the same arrangement of rooms.
Before embarking on any radical measures , you need to clearly know:

Exact number of residents. After all, it is one thing to carry out work to organize a comfortable stay for one person, and quite another thing for a young family with a child. The requirements will be radically different, the division of area will be completely different;
What functional areas can you definitely not live without? We are talking about such “premises” as a study or a full-fledged isolated bedroom. After all, some people easily use the sofa in the living room for daily sleep and feel absolutely normal, while for others such openness has a depressing effect;

The amount of work that we have to plan, the need to demolish interior partitions or, conversely, erect additional ones, will depend on the two factors listed above. Do not be surprised. But really, not all designers recommend turning a one-room apartment into a studio apartment . In order for the housing to meet all the requirements of the owners, sometimes full-fledged blind partitions are installed from lightweight materials - plasterboard or aerated concrete. Therefore, it is first recommended to make a list of the mandatory items that you want to have. It could be anything - a sink opposite the window in the kitchen, a shelf for a personal library, household appliances that you cannot refuse, etc. Based on this list, you need to plan your interior design and redistribute space between zones.

Zoning options

Today, lighting or finishing materials of different colors are often used to divide into zones. But this solution is more suitable for a living room or bedroom, and in a nursery, the space needs to be separated by physical objects or partitions - this way the child will be more calm and comfortable in the nursery.

Children's room in Khrushchev orange

Children's room in Khrushchev in loft style

Children's room in Khrushchev with plywood furniture

To zone a room you can use the following:

curtains;
screens;
plasterboard partitions;
cabinets and racks;
sliding partitions;
podium.

Children's room in Khrushchev green

Children's room in Khrushchev with a sofa bed

Children's room in Khrushchev with painting

Some people think that installing additional structures will make the room smaller. Of course, a partition or screen will take up several square centimeters. But whether it will visually reduce the space depends on its color, location and size. If you choose the right screens and curtains, it will not become smaller. On the contrary, such zoning will make the interior more logical and understandable.

To divide the space, you can use curtains, screens, cabinets and plasterboard partitions

Children's room in Khrushchev blue

Children's room in Khrushchev with solid wood furniture

Radical measures to expand space

It is not always possible to visually expand the space using only the well-known “spacious apartment - white apartment” technique. In addition, not everyone is comfortable surrounded by white walls and white furniture and everything white, even though this color has many beautiful shades. Therefore, physical methods for increasing the usable area still prevail in most cases.

There are only two possible options:

Demolition of partitions. The most pleasant thing is that all the partitions in one-room Khrushchev buildings are not load-bearing. In very rare cases this is not the case. Therefore, you have complete freedom of action, and you do not risk collapsing the entire building due to inept redevelopment. The absence of partitions will instantly make the home more spacious and bright and will open up new opportunities for arranging furniture and dividing it into the necessary zones. But do not forget that any work must be legalized by the relevant authorities. After all, without a new technical passport, you will not be able to sell remodeled housing in the future;
Combination with a balcony. In the first paragraph, we emphasized that almost all one-room apartments have a balcony for a reason. After all, these are invaluable additional meters to the total area of the room. Yes, you are unlikely to be able to increase the size of the room by more than 4 square meters, but you must agree that with a total area of 30 square meters, this is a real bonus that you should definitely take advantage of! The resulting space can be used in any way, depending on whether it is adjacent to the kitchen or the living room. In order to make this place comfortable, work should be done to insulate all its surfaces and install high-quality double-glazed windows. By the way, such a combination also applies to redevelopment and requires the availability of all permitting documents. Especially if panoramic glazing is planned.

Yes, you will have to visit many institutions before you agree on all the work, but the result will be worth it. And if you ask for help from construction organizations that will develop a design project, then in most cases they will take care of obtaining all permits, which will significantly speed up the start of work and save your nerves. to think carefully combining the kitchen with the living room . After all, firstly, if there is a gas stove in the room, then there must be a door. And, secondly, if you use the kitchen often and for its intended purpose, then it may not be entirely convenient. A powerful hood will help deal with characteristic odors, but not with accompanying sounds.

Types of redevelopment

The total area of a one-room apartment in Khrushchev is 30 square meters, and the living area is only 15-18 m2. The windows of ordinary apartments face one side. In corner layouts, glazed openings can be located on different walls. The small square footage and good location of the partitions provides an excellent opportunity for internal redevelopment. There are several ways to create comfortable conditions in a 1-room apartment of this type.

Connecting a room with a balcony

The main reason pushing the owners of such apartments to remodel is the lack of space. Even a couple of extra meters can save a critical situation. You can improve the geometry of the room by combining it with a balcony. Such a merger will provide the premises with new functions. Near the wide window you can place a desk or a lounge chair. If you plan to equip a children's area, then the freed up space can be used for a wardrobe or a bookcase.

Increasing the area by adding a balcony space will add a lot of natural light, which will improve the microclimate. Also, abundant sunlight will contribute to significant energy savings. Using a balcony will help you get rid of a lot of unnecessary things.

Transforming a balcony into a living space allows you to apply the most daring design ideas. But it is worth understanding that the implementation of such a project will entail large financial expenses. You should also take into account possible difficulties with legalizing such redevelopment.

When deciding to turn a balcony into a living space, you need to understand that it will no longer be able to be used for its intended purpose. You'll have to look for a new place to dry clothes and store bulky, infrequently used items.

Studio apartment: combining the kitchen with the room

One of the most popular redevelopment options involves combining a kitchen, bedroom and hallway into one room. This space model is suitable for both single people and families with children. For a comfortable stay in the second case, it is necessary to think through competent zoning methods.

You can delimit space in a spacious room through wall decor and proper arrangement of furniture. The food preparation area is separated using a screen, a bar counter, and a small kitchen rise. You can hide a sleeping area in a studio apartment with canopy curtains or movable partitions.

Bathroom remodeling

A separate bathroom in a one-room apartment takes up a lot of valuable space in important rooms. It is impossible for two people to turn around in a miniature bathtub, not to mention accommodating a washing machine and a basket for dirty laundry. The listed elements will easily fall into place if you combine the bathroom with the toilet by removing the wide partition.

You can make your bathroom even more spacious by expanding it. The partition with the corridor moves to the center of the room, and the hallway ceases to exist as such. By removing the narrow unnecessary corridor, you can slightly enlarge the kitchen. In such an area it is easy to accommodate a large table for 4 people, a set of furniture, storage shelves, and built-in household appliances.

Increasing the number of rooms

For family people living in one-room Khrushchev-era apartment buildings, isolating personal space remains important. If a separate kitchen and a second room are simply necessary, you can remodel with a cozy walk-through living room. The most successful standard location for this purpose is the corner options.

In the back room you can accommodate a child, place a closet, a desk, and shelves for books. Preschool children will have enough space to equip a small play area. It is better to replace the part of the wall between the room and the corridor with sliding doors. An adult bed can be placed in a walk-through room. It is also possible to combine part of the room with the hallway.

The main advantage of this layout is the complete insulation of the bedroom and kitchen. Disadvantages - narrow passages, lack of space to create many stylish interiors, inability to furnish the living space with furniture according to the planned scheme.

Methods for zoning combined space

After all the extra walls that interfered with breathing have been demolished, it’s time to properly divide the large rectangle into functional zones. In such small spaces, it is necessary to choose zoning methods that will not take up much space. non-physical methods are most often used

Zoning using different finishing materials . The separation of one zone from another can be purely visual. The desired effect will be achieved by wall and floor coverings, which will differ in a given area in color, texture or design. For example, in the living room it will be imitation brickwork, and in the recreation area it will be wallpaper or paint. There are floor tiles in the hallway, and laminate flooring in the living room, etc.;
Light zoning. This option does its job perfectly, looks beautiful and interesting and fills the apartment with light, which makes it visually more spacious. Each zone should have its own lighting fixture. It doesn’t matter what specific type it will be presented in, the main thing is that you can fully use it independently of the others. For example, in the living room you can hang a full-fledged chandelier over the sofa, and install a table lamp in the area that serves as a study. In the recreation area, install several LED lamps in the ceiling or hang sconces. Floor lamps, diode strips, and spot lamps are also often used, the luminous flux of which can be directed to the right place;
Mobile screens are a great way to create a private space. And when not needed, they can be easily folded and put away in a secluded place;
Zoning with textiles - another beautiful way that does not require much space. Separating a sleeping area from a common space is very simple by installing a cornice on the border and hanging a beautiful curtain. The density of the material is selected at your discretion. If you want complete insulation, choose thick, light-proof fabric. But don't use too dark shades. If you just need to mark the border, both thread curtains and light tulle will do;
Transparent glass or plastic partitions also do an excellent job;
To avoid sacrificing the door to the kitchen, but still be able to expand the space, install wide sliding doors. When you are not busy cooking, you can easily move the sides;
Although bubble panels or narrow aquariums take up some space, they look very impressive and unusual;
The most dimensional method is zoning with the help of pieces of furniture, sometimes it is simply a necessity. But do not forget that the back wall of the wardrobe can at the same time be a place to place wall shelves, a full-length mirror, or simply be covered with wallpaper and serve as a full-fledged partition.

Before setting boundaries, you need to decide how many meters are needed for a particular room. For example, 1-2 square meters is enough for a study, 6-8 for a bedroom, no more than 6 for a kitchen, 8 to 10 for a child’s room, since in addition to a place to relax, there should be a place for games and a desk. The rest remains for the living room. Most often, the balcony is reserved for organizing one or two workplaces.

What you need to know about planning

The layout and zoning of the nursery depends on how many people it is intended for. But even the smallest room should be divided into four parts. These are the areas where the child will:

sleep;
do homework and create;
play and do exercises;
have fun with friends.

You can set the designer the following task: a children's room in a Khrushchev-era building with layout options. But you can save money, study photos of a variety of rooms and come up with your own design option.

Children's room in Khrushchev gray

Children's room in Khrushchev in the style of Star Wars

Children's room in Khrushchev in monochrome design

If two children live there, the location of the zones needs to be thought out even more carefully. Each child should have personal space and a place to sleep. A real find for Khrushchev apartments is a double bed. You can also order a shared work desk with a long tabletop, and there can be a shared space for games and entertaining guests.

In a room for two, each person should have their own sleeping place. You can put a bunk bed or separate two regular beds with a wardrobe.

Children's room in Khrushchev with a sofa

Children's room in Khrushchev with painted walls

The layout of the zones needs to be thought out carefully. The sleeping area should be as comfortable and safe as possible. And in the working room it is necessary to install additional lighting and place it near the window. The center of the room will be the play space. To have as much of it as possible, it is recommended to use transformable furniture.

Children's room in Khrushchev is bright

Children's room in Khrushchev for two

Children's room in Khrushchev in Art Nouveau style

Examples of successful redevelopments of Khrushchev buildings

In this section we will give several examples of stunning and functional layouts of one-room Khrushchev apartments with an area of 30 sq.m., which actually implemented . When planning, all the requirements and wishes of the owners were taken into account, and the dimensions of pieces of furniture, the thickness of partitions and passages were calculated down to the centimeter. Otherwise, it would simply not be possible to bring the furniture into the room.

Example No. 1. When redeveloping this dwelling, all the partitions were first demolished, and then new ones were erected. The right thickness and in the right places. The kitchen was nevertheless combined with the living room; a bar counter and chairs were installed at the border, since the table had to be sacrificed. This made it possible to fit a sofa and small bedside tables on the sides. It is worth noting that the kitchen area is only 5 square meters. The bedroom turned out to be quite spacious and could fit a bed and a wardrobe. It was possible to preserve a spacious corridor where a niche was organized for a wardrobe. Thus, there is more than enough storage space in the apartment. The area of the bathroom is only 3 sq.m. Therefore, a shower cabin was preferred to a standard bathtub, and the sink was installed above the washing machine. Well, why don’t you want a full-fledged two-room apartment?
Example No. 2. This layout is implemented on an area of 31 square meters in a corner apartment. In this option, the kitchen remained isolated from the rest of the rooms. In addition, a partition was added in the living room, which made it possible to separate the sleeping area and the opening between the corridor and the living room was expanded. The door frame was removed, which made it possible to visually expand the room. Due to the fact that the apartment is a corner one, both the living room and the bedroom have a window opening, which makes them full-fledged, separate rooms. Bedroom area – 7 sq.m., living room – 9 sq.m. Moreover, both rooms include one small workplace. Please note that all furniture is mobile and functional.

The desktop is equipped with wheels, which allows you to move it to the center of the living room when guests arrive. The spacious closet is represented by a corner model. And the most pleasant thing is that it was possible to fit a full-fledged rectangular bathtub in the bathroom due to the fact that narrow plumbing fixtures and a wall-hung toilet of the smallest size were used, and the washing machine was suspended above the toilet;
Example No. 3. The area of this apartment is 29 square meters. In this case, every centimeter of space was used to the maximum. Some of the partitions were dismantled, a niche was equipped to accommodate a bed, and the entrance to the kitchen was moved. Where there used to be a door to the kitchen is now a small workspace. In the kitchen of 5 sq.m. There is a large amount of built-in equipment. It was possible to fit it in thanks to the fact that the narrowest built-in models were chosen, and the gas stove was replaced with a two-burner hob. In order to have a full-fledged work area, the tabletop was extended and opposite the window. The bedroom and living room essentially form one room. But the sleeping area is isolated due to the retractable screen. The diagram shows that a large corner wardrobe fits in the hallway. Additional storage space is provided by a niche in the sofa and a large box under the mattress of the bed with a lifting mechanism, as well as wall shelves;
Example No. 4. This is an example of redevelopment of an apartment with an area of 30 sq.m. It is interesting because a glass partition was used to isolate the sleeping area.

Additionally, it is equipped with blackout curtains, which provide complete darkness even in daylight. In the bedroom, under the wall there is a large wardrobe with glass fronts. This technique makes it possible to create perspective, which visually increases the space. Another smaller closet is located in the hallway. The living room is combined with the kitchen, and on the border there is a dining group. The window sill in the kitchen was raised to the same level as the countertop and is its continuation. The entrance to the bathroom was moved, making it possible to compactly place everything you need, and even a full bath. In this case, the washing machine is also suspended using special mounts above the toilet. Agree, after such actions it is already difficult to call the apartment Khrushchev. Such housing is maximally adapted to the needs of the owners, functional and comfortable.

Furniture arrangement

To correctly arrange furniture in a two-room Khrushchev house, you need to take into account the features of the plan:

Studio. Furniture should be arranged in “islands”, which allows you to zone the room.
Design of a Khrushchev house, where there are 2 adjacent rooms. This option involves placing furniture elements near the walls (especially important for a walk-through room). Furniture should be uncluttered and multifunctional: folding sofas, sofas, rolling coffee tables, bean bag chairs that can be moved to any place.
Two isolated. The principle is the same as the adjacent ones. A small area requires placing furniture near the walls. It is optimal to use folding furniture elements and tables with glass tops. Instead of walls, you can use special racks that do not visually reduce the space.
Kitchen-living room and isolated room. The kitchen and living room area in Khrushchev suggests arranging furniture in “islands” to emphasize the isolation of each area. In an isolated room, elements are placed against the walls.

Design of Khrushchev 2 rooms

5.Which interior style is better to choose

It would be wrong to say that a particular style is the most recommended for the interior of a one-room Khrushchev house. All styles are equally suitable for the design of both large and small spaces. Of course, modern trends, which are distinguished by their simplicity, restraint and conciseness, will allow you to achieve the best results. Such interiors are endowed with special space, a sense of freedom, filled with light and contain only what is necessary. But what about those who prefer classics or cute Provence? And if there is no clear favorite at all?

To create a harmonious space, you should follow several recommendations:

If you like the characteristic features of several styles at once, do not deny yourself the pleasure of creating a unique interior. The main thing is that the styles are in harmony with each other and do not create inappropriate contrasts;
Connoisseurs of the classics should not give up their preferences. Considering that such regal styles are best revealed in large areas, and in small rooms they create a feeling of crampedness, use only individual characteristic fragments. For example, focus on chic, expensive textiles. This feature is characteristic of both classics, baroque and renaissance. Add some stucco at the corners of the ceiling or “gild” a beautiful frame around the mirror. Use appropriate finishing materials, beautiful fabric shades for floor lamps and table lamps. And you are guaranteed a luxurious but spacious interior;
For adherents of ethnic styles, it is enough to introduce recognizable decorative elements into the interior. For example, the Egyptian style cannot do without figurines of sphinxes and pyramids, Chinese - without hieroglyphs and dragons, Japanese - without an elegant cherry branch, etc. and of course you need to stick to the appropriate color scheme.

Methods for decorating a room for children

The basic principle of children's decor is the interchangeability of all interior items. Children grow quickly and plush toys, which were given in abundance to the baby, will no longer be of interest to a schoolchild or teenager. This means you need to change toys for sofa cushions, boxes with cars for stylish colored frameless chairs, curtains with cartoon characters for stylish plain curtains, etc. The easiest way to transform a room is to replace textiles in it. Additionally, a new chandelier and sconces are purchased.

For basic lighting, it is better to use built-in dimmable lamps

Decorative elements are selected taking into account the child’s age and hobbies

Additional decorating techniques:

various thematic posters and stickers;
photo wallpaper or hand-painted walls;
installation of a slate, marker or magnetic board, slate covering of individual furniture elements or parts of walls;
ceiling decor (starry or cloudy sky, etc.).

Stretch ceilings will allow you to implement almost any design ideas

When decorating a child’s room with various elements, the only condition must be observed - they must be easily replaced with others.

Tips for choosing finishing materials

Various bans on the use of certain finishing materials are also a big misconception. Depending on the chosen style, you can use everything - plastic panels and paper wallpaper. It’s still worth standing out too much, because in small rooms, the simpler the better.

For wall decoration try to use plain materials or those that have a natural texture. A suitable solution would be to use photo wallpaper. A well-chosen drawing with perspective will visually enlarge the room. Various landscapes that have a path that seems to lead into the distance are perfect. The advantage of such paintings is that they rarely get boring, unlike abstraction or a view of the city at night. Try to choose wallpaper that does not have too large a pattern. Don't forget about mirrors or mirror panels;
Because ceilings in Khrushchev buildings are low, it is not worth building multi-level structures. They will visually lower it even lower. A simple white ceiling with soft lighting along the contour is the best solution. Whether it will be tensioned or simply painted depends only on the condition of the surface. It is acceptable to use photo printing with an image of the sky. This will create the illusion that there is no ceiling at all;
As floor coverings You can use tiles or linoleum, as well as parquet or laminate. Choose materials in accordance with the purpose of the premises. Where frequent wet cleaning with detergents is required (bath, kitchen, living room), it is better to give preference to more durable coatings. Sleeping areas and recreation areas are favored by “warmer” materials.

Installing plasterboard partitions

You can also zone a child’s room using plasterboard partitions. You just need to build not a blank wall, but make it with through windows. With this design, like curtains, the space can be divided into two parts. Windows are left in the partition so that light spreads evenly throughout the room and there is no darkness near the door.

Plasterboard partitions are suitable for all interiors. So that they do not interfere with the spread of daylight, they must be made with windows.

The openings can be left through or stained glass windows can be inserted into them. If the windows in such a partition remain empty, they should be used as shelves for small items. Place books, toys, boxes, photo frames there. It’s not worth filling such niches completely, but they need to be used. Additional light sources can be installed inside the plasterboard partition. With them the interior will be even more comfortable.

Interior of a children's room in Khrushchev

Children's room in Khrushchev wenge

Proper organization of lighting

We have already said that when dividing a space into several functional zones, it is necessary to provide independent lighting for each of them. The choice of lamps depends on preferences and needs, but it is better if they are all consistent and in the same style.

Choose natural or warm light. This will create a comfortable environment for your eyes;
Use multi-level lighting - lamps, floor lamps, sconces, main light and decorative lighting. There is not a lot of light in small rooms;
Arrange lamps in such a way that they are functional and illuminate a specific object or area;
Do not forget that during daylight hours the maximum amount of natural light should penetrate into the apartment. Do not block window openings with pieces of furniture. Do not block them with screens. Don't fill your windowsills with tall potted flowers. An interesting technique would be to completely abandon any textiles or blinds. “Bare” openings will visually expand the room.

Lighting for a one-room apartment

A small apartment of thirty meters requires the right choice of lighting fixtures. The chandelier in the living room should not be low; choose a high chandelier model that is as close to the ceiling as possible, preferably made of glass without hanging paraphernalia. Be sure to add additional light sources to the room - a floor lamp installed next to the sofa and coffee table looks good in such an interior. And a couple of sconces at the head of the bed.

Mirror surfaces reflect the sun's rays and make the room much brighter

In the kitchen it is better to hang a small frosted glass lamp that will suit any style. And install several LED lamps in the work area. The dining area also needs to be equipped with separate lighting, which will create a cozy and relaxed atmosphere in the kitchen when dining alone or with friends.

For general lighting of the kitchen, a ceiling chandelier is used; for backsplash lighting, overhead or built-in lamps are used.

In the bathroom and hallway, add an LED strip to the ceiling light around the perimeter of the mirrors and furniture - this will refresh the room and add coziness. It is better to choose lamps with a warm spectrum, which will fill your home with warmth and perfectly highlight the light finish.

Selecting the optimal color scheme

Not only solid white color makes it possible to make a room spacious. You can use many other shades. The main thing is that they are close to light, pastel. Tones such as : _

Cream;
Sand;
Soft pink or peach;
Lavender;
Pale yellow or pale green;
Baby blue;
Light grey.

In general, take your favorite color as a basis and choose from a palette of light shades. also allowed to use in the interior of small rooms . But they should appear in the form of small accents. For example, it could be a beautiful floor vase, a painting, a small rug or sofa cushions. To ensure that the color scheme of the apartment does not resemble a vinaigrette and is clear and harmonious, it is recommended to use no more than 3 colors. Where 60% of the area should be occupied by the main background color, 30% by the additional one, and only 10% should be reserved for bright details. This rule is used by all interior designers, because only with this method is it possible to build a correct and easy-to-perceive color composition.

Finishing

Any designer will call the use of light shades an effective way to visually increase space. But this statement cannot be taken literally, otherwise the renovation in a 2-room Khrushchev house from the photo will resemble a hospital ward. The same applies to 1 and 3 room apartments. A successful combination of colors will lead to a successful renovation of the interior.

Floors

The only strict requirement for choosing flooring is the taboo on dark shades. In small homes, the floor is a background for other objects and should not attract attention. The best colors: gray, beige, milky. It is also appropriate to imitate the texture of wood or the natural material itself. Laminate, parquet boards, linoleum, carpet, tiles - any coating will effectively complement the design if the color requirements are taken into account.

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Ceilings

The brighter the lighting in a small room, the better. In addition to the chandelier, spotlights located around the perimeter are recommended. The tension version will help hide all the unevenness and defects on the ceiling. A multi-level top looks no less advantageous.

Walls

Before you start finishing the walls, in 9 cases out of 10 they will have to be leveled. In panel houses, like brick houses, the difference in height or slope of different walls reaches 2-3 cm. Even if the curvature is not noticeable, it will create big problems during repair work. The surface is leveled with putty or drywall. Upon completion of preparation, the room is decorated with wallpaper, for example:

non-woven, vinyl, acrylic with a vertical pattern;
photo wallpaper with a city landscape or nature;
liquid seamless wallpaper.

The color of the walls should be in harmony with the intended design of the Khrushchev building, consisting of 2 rooms. The rule “the higher the price, the better” does not always work. Even the most expensive silk-screen printing is not suitable for every interior.

Requirements for furniture items

In cramped conditions, each item is assigned its own place, which is strictly limited. It is this approach that allows for rational use of space. All pieces of furniture that are selected for a one-room apartment must meet the following requirements:

Have the simplest and most correct form;
Have hidden storage places, that is, be functional;
Pay attention to modular designs, which can be individual elements if necessary;
It is better to choose compact folding structures as a dining table;
Coffee tables can also be transformed into full-fledged dining tables for 4-6 people;
An expensive, but most functional purchase will be transformable furniture. A sofa or bed made in this likeness will allow you to save maximum free space;
It is better to use mirrors as facades of sliding wardrobes;
Some beds come with shelves around the headboard - a great way to display some nice little things;
Buy only truly necessary furniture that you cannot do without. This will allow the space not to be cluttered;
Dark furniture in small rooms will look simply gigantic and massive and will create an oppressive feeling. It is better to use natural wood shades in light colors or white facades.

How to choose and arrange furniture correctly

The first association when mentioning a one-room apartment is lack of space. Furnishing should be carried out taking into account the number of residents, their preferences and tastes. It is better to use folding, non-standard models built into niches. A massive bed can be replaced with a modern bed equipped with a lifting mechanism.

To visually expand the space, you can use mirrors and glossy reflective surfaces. Impeccable lighting can be easily achieved if you use a monochromatic wall decoration and suitable photo wallpaper.

If zoning a room is planned, the center of each area is marked with furniture. It is better to choose compact options that will not clutter up the space. If you need to accommodate a large number of items, it is better to place them as close to each other as possible.

Kitchen design in Khrushchev

Many people wonder how to make a room with an area of 6 sq.m. not only beautiful, but also roomy. With the right approach it is very simple:

Be sure to use the window sill as an extension of the work surface;
Choose compact built-in appliances with minimal dimensions;
If the family is small, there is no need to buy bulky and tall refrigerators + a separate freezer. A medium-sized refrigerator is sufficient;
Be sure to replace a regular kitchen stove with a hob and a separate oven;
Use built-in hoods from the slim series. This will allow you not to take up space, but to give it to an additional wall cabinet, plus hide communications;
If possible, use the space around the window opening to organize closed or open shelves or racks;
Glossy facades in light shades will reflect more light and help expand the boundaries;
A glass or plastic transparent table will appear smaller;
If there is no urgent need for a full-fledged dining group, replace the table with a bar counter or a kitchen island, which can be additionally equipped with cabinet shelves. This method is especially popular in kitchens combined with a living room.

Shelving and cabinets in the interior

A plasterboard partition can be replaced with a cabinet or shelving unit. Furniture can be used to separate an area with a computer desk or bed. If the rack will not stand near the wall, but across it, it should be without a back wall, through.

Children's room in Khrushchev for a boy

Children's room in Khrushchev with an ottoman

It is not recommended to use cabinets that have a back wall to divide space. Because they clutter the room and interfere with the spread of light and air.

Choose cabinets with end-to-end storage systems. It's rational and convenient. You can put books and all sorts of small things on the top shelves, and cardboard or plastic boxes with things on the bottom.

Children's room in Khrushchev with a starry sky

Design of a children's room in Khrushchev

Features of bathroom design

The bathroom in one-room Khrushchev-era apartments is truly the standard of compactness. Fitting everything you need there is sometimes an impossible task, but we can handle this:

The most important element in this room is the bath. However, most people only use it for showering. In this case it makes more sense purchase compact shower cabin;
Wall-hung toilets will look smaller than they actually are. But cleaning the room will immediately become more convenient;
Try to place as few items on the floor as possible. Use hanging cabinets and sinks;
To store household chemicals, it is better to purchase a flat cabinet, the front of which will also serve as a mirror;
It is very important that this small room is always tidy. There is no need to place a lot of shelves on the walls. And if you decide to hang them, use glass ones. Don't hang a full set of towels all over the wall. It is better to beautifully roll them up with a tight roller and place them in a pyramid on an open shelf under the sink;
If it is not possible to take the washing machine into the kitchen, choose a compact model that can be placed above the sink, or that can even be hung on the wall. Typically, such models are designed for no more than 3 kg of laundry;
Choose light finishing materials and do not forget about lighting.

Living room interior in a one-room Khrushchev building

In fact, the living room should only fit two pieces of furniture that absolutely everyone really needs - a sofa and a wardrobe. The remaining items are purchased based on the size of the remaining free space and the actual need for them.

It’s definitely worth abandoning the usual way of placing the TV – on a cabinet. It would be much wiser to hang it on the wall using special brackets;
If there is a free corner, it is better to choose a wardrobe with a corner design. Such models look compact, but in fact they allow you to fit a large number of things;
You should not use a large number of decorative items. It is also important to monitor their size. A large painting on a narrow wall will only emphasize its modest size. A lot of small elements are also undesirable. 4-5 medium-sized items will be enough;
You should also carefully monitor whether the size of the furniture is commensurate with the size of the room. Cabinets that are too deep and wide will “stick out” from the wall, as if they are cramped there. A large sofa will turn a small room into a tiny one if there is no free space around it;
If you have a personal library, place it on an open U-shaped shelving unit, which is best placed under the TV wall. If such an element is present, other decorative items should be discarded;
Also, do not use several carpets in one room. If you want to make the floor warmer, it is better to immediately cover it with a plain carpet around the entire perimeter;

Features of a one-room apartment - Khrushchev

These apartments have always been distinguished by their small size. The design of a one-room Khrushchev house makes you think about how to make the most of small square meters.

Before you start renovating a one-room apartment, think about whether it might be worth doing a remodel by removing the wall between the kitchen and the room. Such redevelopment will allow the most efficient use of usable space. If you have an end apartment, this is a big plus. The corner layout option provides an additional window in the room, which means more natural light and design possibilities.

It is difficult to do without redevelopment in a one-room apartment if there are several people in the family

The combination will create a studio from your apartment, and will make it possible to adjust the size of the kitchen and living space. It is much easier to decorate a studio apartment in a modern and beautiful way.

The main thing is to remember that redevelopment of apartments requires official permission from the BTI and subsequent registration of the change project.

What to do with a small hallway

The hallway in the Khrushchev building is not far from the bathroom along the area allocated for it. The most unpleasant thing in the interior of any corridor, of course, which is not combined with the living room, is the lack of a source of natural light. Knowing about this drawback, you need to try to eliminate it and use powerful lamps for illumination.

If redevelopment is being carried out, then you need to provide a niche in which you can install a small closet or hanger for outerwear;
Otherwise, it is better to limit yourself to the following pieces of furniture - a shoe cabinet, a floor hanger, a mirror, a pouf or a small bench;
It is better to keep the interior of the hallway in light colors;
The space above the front door can be used for mezzanines, where it is convenient to store shoes in boxes;
By the way, the front door itself can be used as a clothes hanger by screwing a couple of hooks to it.

Making sliding partitions

The operating principle of most sliding partitions is the same as that of wardrobe doors. Metal rails are attached to the floor and ceiling, into which a panel of wood or MDF is inserted.

Children's room in Khrushchev with wallpaper

Partitions can be placed in the center of the room, dividing it into two parts, or you can separate one of the functional areas. To make the room seem larger, one of them can be made mirrored or frosted glass. This is a good option for a teenager's room. If a small child lives in the nursery, then it is better to abandon such an idea - it is too dangerous.

Children's room in Khrushchev for a baby

Sliding partitions take up less space than plasterboard or shelving. But they have a drawback - they cannot be used as a storage system. And in Khrushchev it is extremely important that every centimeter of space is used functionally. Therefore, you can install folding partitions that work on the accordion principle. But this will require building a plasterboard wall, which is not always suitable for a small room. Sliding partitions are suitable for a nursery in which two children live: if necessary, they can isolate themselves from each other.

Children's room in Khrushchev purple

Organization of a children's room in Khrushchev

A question that concerns many young families is how to find a place to organize a nursery? This is really not easy to do; most often such apartments do not have a sleeping area for adults. Its role is played by a folding sofa in the living room. An exception is the case when the parents' bed is installed on a combined balcony. But in this case, you will need really high-quality heat and sound insulation. However, this option also exists.

In order not to deprive yourself of the joy of having your own bedroom and a children’s room, you can move the child’s play area or desk to the balcony;
It is better to use a mobile screen as a partition, which can be easily removed when not needed;
Also, do not forget about loft beds, which provide a full-fledged place for studying on the first floor, and a sleeping place on the second;
For older children, buy a bed with built-in drawers, this will eliminate the need to purchase additional furniture;
Use baskets for toys;
Many desks have extensions on which it is convenient to store textbooks and other necessities;
Remember that the child does not need a large amount of furniture, it is more your needs than his. Therefore, it is better to leave more space for games.

How to fit an office in a modest apartment

It happens that many people desperately need a work office in their apartment. This small area can hardly be called a full-fledged office, but in terms of functionality it will not be inferior to a large office.

What should be in the office? It depends on the type of your activity. In the vast majority of cases, this is a computer or laptop and a small table with a chair. Less often - a table for cutting, drawing, drawing. Accordingly, a couple of square meters is enough for us;
We have already talked about placing the office on the balcony. This is almost ideal. You can also work in the living room if you install a window sill under it and place several shelves around the window opening. All that remains is to place a small chair. The advantage of this solution is maximum lighting;
If more space is required, you can use tables that are equipped with wheels and a sliding wing or book tables;
If the balcony was combined with the room in such a way that the balcony block was not completely dismantled, but an “island” remained, feel free to use it as a work area;
The necessary conditions can be equipped at the storage area.

What NOT to do when developing the design of a Khrushchev building

We have reviewed recommendations for arranging the design of a one-room Khrushchev house. Now let's list those few points that are best avoided in the interiors of small apartments:

Under no circumstances use finishing materials with large or similar patterns. Look at the photo below. To decorate the walls, wide striped wallpaper was used, which was pasted over several walls. Firstly, the interior immediately began to merge, the stripes seemed huge, and the room was small. Secondly, all efforts related to the redevelopment immediately came to naught. Give preference to plain surfaces;
The same photo shows how gloomy the room looks without the proper level of lighting and how rough the dark pieces of furniture look;
Avoid a large number of small decorative items;
You should not choose multi-colored shades for the ceiling vault - only white. Otherwise, the ceiling will instantly put pressure on your head;
Light gray or white flooring will look best;
Do not use unnecessary furniture and do not choose massive models.

By adhering to these simple rules, you will be able to, without outside help, turn your previously hated Khrushchev into a comfortable home that you will want to return to after a hard day.
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How to divide a room with screens

This option was invented many centuries ago in the East. Modern designers also actively use this technique. After all, there is nothing easier than dividing space with the help of a mobile stylish screen.

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They are made from rice paper, wood, plastic, glass. For a child's room, you need to choose a durable model made from safe materials. Paper may tear, glass may break, but plastic will survive impacts and falls.

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You can hide a bed behind a screen. The structure slides apart before going to bed, and the rest of the time it can stand assembled against the wall or in a closet. If two people live in the nursery, you can also use a screen to fence off the desk. Products can be the same color as the walls, or vice versa, contrasting.

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