- By CyTechnology
- In Painting, Renovation
Kitchen and Living Room Renovation
When we think of an “open kitchen,” we likely imagine a large kitchen area adjacent to another living space such as a dining room, living room, or a mix of the two. Interior design in the 1990s changed what the average family considers an ideal kitchen. In past decades, the kitchen was relegated to a small space in the back of the house, perhaps where servants could cook for the family. But times have changed, and so have home layouts.
What’s most ideal today is the open layout, which is much more accommodating for cooking, socializing, and entertaining. An open kitchen layout makes the kitchen a part of the living area, and ample space makes cooking for larger families and children a lot easier. This layout also solves the problem of having limited light, as the walls that would be blocking the kitchen are gone, so you are not only relying on windows.
However, this doesn’t mean that you can’t choose a closed kitchen if you want, or even combine the two to create a sort of hybrid. A closed kitchen is great if you like to cook on your own, prefer for the kitchen to be concealed from the dining, entertaining, and lounging areas, or simply don’t like the look of an open kitchen. A lot of creativity is possible with an open kitchen layout, and we’re going to walk you through it all
Kitchen & Living Room
Often this layout is best configured with a bar or island separating the two spaces as a dividing line. You might not think the kitchen and living room flow easily, but they can. This is especially true if you’d like a separate space reserved specifically for eating but still want that open, social approach to cooking and relaxation. Being able to prepare food while hanging out with friends, family, or guests is always a plus, and at the very least will add a distinct visual component to the space.
Kitchen, Dining & Living Room
The ultimate open kitchen floor plan will involve the kitchen, dining, and living room. Combining all three of these rooms creates the greatest visual outcome and also makes your space primed for entertaining. You will need to be careful about making sure there are enough distinct visual barriers to “separate” each space a bit so as to signal its purpose. However, a great advantage here is that you’ll be able to have one cohesive design approach. It will make your house look instantly coordinated without having to labor over the color and stylization of each room.
