These compact solutions can be an alternative when the kitchen and living room have to share space, in summer houses or small apartments, or in rented flats that do not include a kitchen or have to be shared.
Conclusion multifunctional designs they make the most of each gap, facilitate the organization and distribution of the elements and are easy to clean; Usually they do not need more than a nearby plug to connect the hob and all the electrical appliances in a single point, and a pipe to drain the sink (in all houses there is one embedded in the wall that has a plug).
The Grandma model is a kitchen / cupboard with a concept very original visual; In a panel that simulates the drawing of a dining room, the table, the seats and the lamp are hidden and unfolded; a hinged door allows access to the worktop and the upper storage area, which can also be opened individually.
The following designs are kitchens compact exempt whose tops hide different elements: stools, containers, and even the sink and the hob, so that during the rest of the day they hardly take up space and their sober appearance adapts to any decoration. In these cases it is essential to drain to the ground, so it will be necessary to carry out a small plumbing work ...
This circular pattern in red it is a German design by Kristin and Ebelt Laass Norman, which offers a complete kitchen in less than 2 square meters, making the most of each space in a vertical format.
There are also compact kitchens designed Outdoor, with wheels for easy transport; If we want to prevent the furniture from spoiling in the open, we must choose models in stainless steel, in treated or epoxy painted wood. Some include a pantry, barbecue, sink and dishwasher, so that it is not necessary to be in and out continuously and thus be able to enjoy long evenings outdoors.
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That last! Some are almost pocket-sized ... ha ha!
What a good idea for small spaces or country houses