Imagine a kitchen the size of a hallway, where instead of cramped space and chaos, practicality reigns.
This is exactly what a five-meter room in one of Moscow's Khrushchev-era buildings turned out to be, transformed into an example of competent design.
Contrary to skeptics, it accommodates not only a stove and a refrigerator, but also a washing machine, an oven and even a dishwasher.
The space begins with a window, under which the classic window sill has disappeared. It has been replaced by a countertop with a built-in mini-sink. Light from the window freely flows onto the work area, and an unusual cutout in the countertop has retained access to the radiator and cabinets.
The radiator was not hidden, but covered with a decorative grille - the heat circulated, and the interior was not damaged.
The hob was placed close to the sink, combining areas for cooking and washing dishes.
A compact cabinet for spices appeared above the stove, and under the countertop there is a corner cabinet with pull-out storage systems. There is even room inside for a trash can.
The narrow countertop along the wall, reminiscent of a bar counter, became a compromise: it is not very convenient to cut food here, but you quickly get used to the miniature dimensions.
The main "hero" of the kitchen is a multifunctional cabinet that occupies the opposite wall. Behind its doors are hidden a washing machine, oven and dishwasher.
A refrigerator was squeezed in next to it, and the shelves inside accommodated dishes and bulk products.
The designers did not sacrifice technology for the sake of the table - instead they use a folding panel or eat in the living room.
The white color of the walls and facades visually expanded the space, and the “brick” apron added brutality to the interior.
The gas meter was hidden in a cabinet, and the sockets were placed so that the wires did not interfere with movement. Critics note the sharp angle of the sink and the lack of a dining area, but in a five-square-meter space, these sacrifices are inevitable.
This kitchen proves that even in a Khrushchev-era apartment, you can create a comfortable space if you think through every detail. Yes, you will have to put up with narrow countertops and the lack of a chair, but everything you need will be at hand.
The main thing is not to be afraid of experiments and remember that compactness is not a sentence, but an opportunity for creativity.
