The partition between the kitchen and the living room is an architectural technique for expanding the usable space. It is better to indicate such desires during the construction phase of an apartment so that designers take into account the nuances.
But no one forbids reconstruction in finished housing. The repair sketch is approved and agreed with the official bodies of BTI.
Unauthorized redevelopment threatens with dangerous consequences, including cracks in the walls, ceiling and collapse.
Partition Benefits
For every housewife, the correct, ergonomic arrangement of the kitchen is important. In this room she spends from 2 hours a day. It is impossible to cook deliciously if the atmosphere is annoying. How to be. Expand and combine the two zones together using a partition between the kitchen and the living room.
The advantages of this type of redevelopment:
- the space becomes visually wider, lighter,
- while cooking, you can keep an eye on the children,
- the process of organizing celebrations is simplified, as the chef takes an active part in conversations with guests and at the same time serves the dish immediately from the stove,
- the hostess, while cleaning the table, remains in the center of events,
- You can save on the purchase of a TV if the partition is successfully placed at the junction between the kitchen and the living room.
The combination of the two zones with a partition provides many useful advantages, in addition to the ability to completely block the smell of food spreading around the apartment. The device of a powerful exhaust system above the stove will help prevent this effect.
Zoning Rules
Layout in a typical apartment is not carried out without the permission of BTI specialists. When developing the project, the classification of the wall is taken into account - bearing, dividing. If there is no load on the structure, it will be enough to present a sketch of the partition between the kitchen and the living room, and coordinate.
In the case of the bearing wall, a decision is made only after taking into account many factors. The commission conducts an inspection, makes measurements and may prohibit the reconstruction or allow the removal of part of the wall, but with reinforcement with special jumpers and frames.
It is forbidden to engage in the demolition of the walls yourself. This threatens to violate the strength of the house and the collapse of the floors.
Getting started is possible only after the approval of the project. It is important to indicate on the new plan where sockets and switches will be located in the kitchen and living room. The wiring is laid at the initial stages of the construction of the partition.
Things are easier in apartments with a free layout. The new design will not cause difficulties. The main thing is to take into account the fact that due to strong smells, fumes of fat and moisture from the kitchen, the living room furniture will deteriorate.
When repairing in a private house, it is important not to disrupt the logistics. Carefully thought out access to the pantry, porch, front door. This redevelopment does not require official examination.
Ways to split the kitchen
When the partition is located, the proportions of the room and harmony must be maintained. The size of the room for cooking and the living room directly depends on the number of people living in the apartment. For a couple, a kitchen of 6 square meters is enough. m
Area increases in proportion to family composition. To translate the project into reality, different options for partitions are suitable.
Options for partitions in the kitchen-living room in private houses (selection of photos)
Partitions between the kitchen and the living room photo - this is a huge variety of options. In a private house, the design is made mobile or stationary, solid or perforated.
When choosing the design of the partition, the size of the room and the overall interior composition are taken into account
The main separation options found in photographs on the Internet:
- solid "wall" with a hinged, sliding door,
- wall with a wide, high arched opening,
- partial (not more than 1 / 5-1 / 3 of the width of the room) obstacle,
- folding mobile screen,
- textile or filament curtain mounted to the ceiling,
- one of the commonly used furniture elements,
- high partition bed,
- completely transparent, translucent design.
A sliding partition in the open form will create the illusion of a common space, and in the closed one it will play the role of a door and prevent the spread of smells and noises
Before you begin creating a partition, you should decide where exactly this pseudo-wall will be located.
Carved partitions do an excellent job of zoning the kitchen-living room, giving the atmosphere an interesting and unique look
Varieties of partitions
Partitions located between the kitchen and the living room are made “deaf”, equipped with a door, perforated, covering only a small part of the space, as well as folding. Their thickness ranges from several millimeters to tens of centimeters. There are also purely symbolic delimiters, in the form of furniture, large decor, living plants, etc.
A great addition to the interior can be a screen partition, which will add lightness and airiness to the room
Not everyone, even a solid fence, has sufficient sound insulation. Sometimes a sound-absorbing layer is added.
Drywall
The most popular partitions are made of drywall in the interior of the kitchen-living room, the photo shows that the material is very pliable - both solid walls and holes of various shapes are made of it. The columns are made of gypsum plasterboards, decorated with gypsum, foam stucco molding, arches. The latter are made lancet, rounded, represent an extended doorway, are made out of LED illumination along the contour.
Drywall allows you to create designs of almost any form and arrange various niches and shelves
Bar counter partition
Bar counters for dividing the space into the kitchen and living room areas are usually used in very cramped rooms where it is not possible to place a full dining table. The design is made straight or rounded, combined with the windowsill, wall, back of the sofa, connected to the columns, is an independent element of furniture. Sometimes it is supplemented with shelves, including mesh, located above the countertop, and two-level options are popular.
The bar counter can serve as part of a wall or kitchen unit
The bar counter is made in the same colors as the rest of the furniture or is made into a bright accent detail.
Variant of combining a bar counter and a sliding partition
False wall
Fake walls are most often built in spacious studio apartments. The design is made of drywall, plywood, other materials. It protects the room well from the penetration of the smells of cooked food, the noise of household appliances, the sound of pouring water, etc. Shelves and various light decor are hung on the wall, equipped with sliding or swinging doors. Sometimes a structure imitates an external wall, is made out by cuts that imitate window openings.
The photo shows a false wall with a brick finish
The false wall can be equipped with convenient storage shelves and filled with souvenirs, figurines and books.
Plastic
Plastic barriers occupy the least space, which is of great importance for cramped apartments. With them, the dwelling looks the most modern - the design is made matte or glossy, is made in any color, is made out by a photo-printing drawing. Such a partition is made sliding (mounted on clamping profiles) or firmly fixed (with the help of fittings mounted on a perpendicular wall, floor, ceiling), can replace a full wall. Less commonly, the structure has perforation over the entire surface or part thereof; it is optimally suited for minimalist interiors.
Sliding plastic partition in a minimalist interior
Tree
A similar construction is made of solid wood, veneered chipboard, MDF. Sometimes separate parts of furniture are mounted on such a partition - a countertop, shelves, racks. Wood is an expensive but environmentally friendly material. Since high humidity is constantly present in the kitchen, it is necessary to impregnate the structure with a water-repellent composition in order to avoid rotting, mold damage, fungus.
A wooden partition will give the interior natural warmth and uniqueness
A decorative bamboo partition will add exotic and originality to the interior
The wooden structure goes well with parquet, plank flooring. The most durable oak varieties, and any conifers are undesirable, due to the strong smell. The subject will fit into the classic interior, baroque, loft, etc.
Glass
Separate the room from the kitchen using the design of glass blocks. It comes out durable, translucent, fireproof, which is important for the kitchen. Typically, the structure covers no more than a third of the room, has a thickness of up to 10 cm, is combined with other materials, performed in any colors.
Partition from colored glass blocks - a great idea of zoning the kitchen-living room
Another variation is a fully glass railing decorated with tall sliding doors. Through the product, you can clearly see what is happening in the kitchen, in the living room, but when correctly performed, the sounds coming from the other half of the combined space are not heard at all. Mirror constructions with one-sided visibility are also popular.
The sliding glass partition does not hinder the space, does not narrow the prospects and does not violate the integrity of the interior
You can make such a partition on an individual order from any combination of materials, which will create a unique interior, while in two rooms at once
Japanese-Style Partition - Shoji
Shoji is called a sliding partition door made of wooden battens, bamboo bark, special bamboo or rice paper, which has high strength. The product is easily mounted and dismantled, it is very mobile - it is pushed to the side with one movement of the hand. The design comes out translucent, slightly muffles sounds, beautifully diffuses light.
Shoji partition is a lightweight wooden frame with stretched paper
Another variety of "Japanese partitions" - Fusuma, is made of transparent material, mounted on a thin wooden frame. The construction will be a great addition to Japanese and Chinese interiors.
Such partitions are often decorated with characteristic national patterns.
Other options
To divide the room, use dense or translucent curtains, the fastening of which is hidden in a stretch, plasterboard ceiling. Zoning with the help of large plaster, wooden, porcelain sculptural compositions, floor vases with dry bouquets, ceramic flowerpots and tubs with living plants is purely symbolic, decorative.
Curtain - the easiest way to close the right part of the house from light and prying eyes
The metal construction will give the room a special individual look
An interesting option is to place one or two narrow, but high, long aquariums with real fish and algae on the border of the living room and kitchen. Caring for such a design is painstaking, but the fantastic decorativeness is worth it.
A partition with a built-in aquarium looks impressive and impressive
The most creative options for partitions in the kitchen-living room (selection of photos)
A partition in the spacious studio between the kitchen and the room is simply necessary, since it is easier to keep order in a properly zoned apartment. Plasterboard options with a thickness of 75-250 mm are popular, in the slots of which small decor is placed - photographs, figurines, souvenirs, fresh flowers in pots, etc.
Original design plasterboard partition will become a bright decorative element in the kitchen-living room
Designs in the form of high through racks are very convenient - they do not look bulky, although spacious enough, suitable for storing books and magazines, dishes, daily utensils, nice-looking decor, jars with cereals and seasonings. Sometimes the fence itself becomes a mini-garden, a flower bed - into a structure no more than a meter high and 15-30 cm wide. Flowers, spicy herbs, some vegetables, ampelous plants are planted.
The through rack due to its not bulky design does not overload the space, but rather makes it more spacious and comfortable
Phytowalls with living plants as a partition will appeal to nature lovers
Partition on a wooden frame with trim MDF panels
Conclusion
Properly placed partitions allow beautifully zoned space of the house, give it uniqueness. Practical, decorative dividers are made of natural or artificial materials. You can make, install partitions yourself, as well as with the help of room repair specialists.
Why do we need a partition?
Understanding the difference from the wall is key. The partition, unlike the wall, is not a major, supporting structure. She herself is very thin.
In the interior can perform several functions:
Separating the kitchen from the guest with the help of color, furniture and other receptions is not enough. Using a translucent, decorative design, functional centers can be easily identified.
Planning partitions completely separate one room from another. For someone, it is fundamentally important to separate these rooms, not only because of inconvenience due to the noise of technology or the unsightly appearance of an untidy kitchen, but also for psychological reasons.
An open large space is not cozy for everyone.
- decoration.
Partitions can perform a decorative function. To do this, they are decorated with brickwork, drawings. As it can serve as a screen made of wood with a carved pattern or a forged screen. Glass constructions with a volumetric pattern look original.
- performance of additional functionality.
Additional functionality is mainly storage of things. A shelf (open or closed on one side) can serve as a partition.
A plasterboard wall decorated with bricks can be both a means of separation and a highlight of the interior.
Sliding
The sliding partition is convenient because at any time can be collected.
The disadvantage of this design is the wear of the sliding mechanism, which over time needs to be changed.
With window
Sliding partitions with a window or transom look stylish. Especially in Provence or Scandinavian styles.
The transfer window is also convenient. You can set the table in the living room even faster.
Screen
The advantages of this type are good decorative qualities and mobility. It can be moved to any other place.
The screens made of wood with a carved pattern look beautifully, treated with special dirt-repellent and moisture-repellent impregnation.
You can choose a screen for any style: for example, with Japanese or oriental motifs.
From wooden slats
Such a design is an excellent solution for loft, industrial, and Scandinavian styles.
The translucent structure will partially transmit light, therefore it is a good solution for kitchens without a window.But in the working area, you still need to think about additional lighting.
With aquarium
This idea is both an element of zoning and decoration of the living room. But suitable only for spacious rooms. For the kitchen-living room of medium size, you can find narrow aquariums that will not affect the perception of the size of the room.
Rack
Will be appropriate in large rooms.
Shelves do not have to be in the correct shape. Diamond-shaped design options look original and stylish.
Combine different options.
Partitions of different types can be combined with each other.
- You can build an aquarium into the false wall, or make it half glazed.
- Combine different materials, such as metal and wood.
The combination of different design options allows you to achieve several effects at once - functionality, zoning and decor.
The answer depends on what exactly will be its design and appearance
Task 1: hint at the border between the kitchen and the living room
Given: open-plan apartment with electric stove.
Decision: a half-meter partition that will mark the border between the zones. The upper open part facilitates the interior visually.
Task 2: to "cover" the kitchen from the living room
Given: apartment with electric stove, studio space.
Decision: installation of a decorative partition. How to separate the kitchen from the living room in the studio depends not only on the budget, but also on the stage of repair. Vertical rails are mounted in various ways. In the photo they are united by a horizontal ceiling bar, often the same for stability is done below. This is a relatively simple installation method, which is suitable even for a finished interior. All elements will be made in production, and assembled in the interior as a designer.
The second option is to mount the rails in the floor and ceiling at the rough stage of the repair, and close the fastening points with the finish. More expensive and more difficult to implement, but it looks very aesthetically pleasing. In addition, it is convenient to mount lighting in the prepared ceiling niche.
If you are going to separate the kitchen from the living room with a partition - decide to which part of the headset to cover with slats. It depends on the light: it is better not to experiment with a wide front in dark or narrow rooms with a single window.
In the project in the photo, only the sidewall of the kitchen cabinets facing the living room is covered. The solution is rather aesthetic, because not always the side sections of furniture look attractive.
Task 3: beat a fragment of the load-bearing wall / wall
Given: dreams of a combined kitchen-living room are often broken on supporting columns. Buying an apartment, most customers are not even aware of their existence.
Decision: what to do depends on the design. If the pillar is wide or there are several of them, creating the effect of a single zone will not work. I advise you to enter in the opening two-, three-, four-leaf (how many wings fit) doors. You can even have several doors, as in the project in the photo - then the supporting pillar can be bypassed from two sides.
Pay attention to the design of the partitions: these are fully glazed "books" that fold compactly when opened and become almost invisible. With high ceilings, it is technically difficult to make them to the full height of the wall, but you can follow the designers' example and install a glazed transom at the top.
Task 4: isolate the room if necessary
Given: kitchen with gas, but I want to have a wide open doorway most of the time.
Solution 1: sliding doors of various configurations are suitable - for example, fashionable barn doors. Unlike swing or conventional sliding, such door leaf variants are almost never found in large factories. Therefore, barn doors are usually made to order. Bonus: you can make a dual-use door. For example, in the project in the photo, the paintings of the sliding doors between the kitchen and the living room were supplemented with chalk paint, on which you can draw.
Solution 2: An alternative to barn doors is two sliding doors with parking in your pocket. Suitable in situations where there is a supporting column or an unbearable wall between the kitchen and the living room (it is quite simple to increase it to the width of the door).
Cloths when opening hide in a wall. In the project, in the photo, with their help, they organized a convenient passage to the island-table and also preserved the effect of a spacious room.
How to make repairs in a 3-room apartment
In the kitchen-living room can not do without partitions. They not only serve as decoration of the interior, but also perform quite practical functions - they prevent the spread of odors, divide the space into parts, play the role of shelves, etc. So, how and what is the best way to divide a room into zones?
Zoning of the kitchen and living room with a partition 
Design of a kitchen-living room with a partition 
Partition between the kitchen and the living room
Planning help
The most important function that partitions play is the correct zoning of the kitchen and living room. The location of the structure is important to consider when dividing the room into parts - the proportions of the room should be harmonious. A very interesting article about partitions on couo.ru.
The size of the kitchen area depends on the total area of the room and the number of people living in the house. If two or three people live in the apartment, about 6 square meters will be enough. meters highlight under the kitchen. If the family is large, the kitchen area can take up more space.
Partition in the interior of the kitchen-living room 
The interior of the kitchen-living room with a partition
Additional surface
Depending on the height and width of the partition, they can perform different functions. If it is a bar, it will become a dining table, and additional space for cooking. Drywall constructions with niches and protrusions can play the role of shelves, where it is convenient to put home plants, books and various little things. Sometimes this design can be complemented by backlight.
Types of Partitions
There are many ways to separate the kitchen from the living room within the same room. The choice of this or that type of partition depends only on the dimensions of the room, the style of the interior and your own preferences. In a global sense, designs are divided into stationary and mobile, which, if necessary, can be folded or pushed to the side.
Zoning of the kitchen and living room with a partition 
Design of a kitchen-living room with a partition 
Partition between the kitchen and the living room
Plasterboard constructions
The most popular option used in modern interiors. GCR is a pliable and plastic material that allows you to create any shape - straight and rounded. Using drywall, you can construct arches, columns, niches, etc.
The easiest way to build such a structure is to leave part of the wall, giving it the necessary shape. Arches can be semicircular or lancet, supplemented by columns, stucco molding, etc. Often, the backlight is installed at the bottom, which is very convenient. The shape and decor of the arched opening depends on the chosen style of the interior of the kitchen-living room.
Wall imitation
The use of such a structure is often resorted to in studio apartments, where initially there are no walls. There can be several such partitions depending on the number of functional areas in the living room, they also allow you to create full-fledged autonomous rooms with doors or arches. This is convenient if there is a need to separately allocate a recreation area or bedroom. A false wall muffles the noise from the kitchen and prevents odors from spreading throughout the apartment.
Partition in the interior of the kitchen-living room 
The interior of the kitchen-living room with a partition
Sliding partitions
Such designs are very convenient. They are swinging like ordinary doors, folding screens or sliding. This is very convenient, since it allows you to separate or combine again the living room and kitchen into one whole if necessary. Such elements are easy to install, they are light and convenient. Due to the variety of design and materials, sliding partitions will fit into any interior.
Through rack
Unlike a solid false wall or plasterboard partition, the shelving is more symbolic. He will not hide what is happening in the kitchen from the guests, but allows both rooms to be well ventilated. In addition, through racks do not look bulky and visually make the interior more spacious and lighter. Shelves can be used to store books, souvenirs, decorative gizmos, jars with spices, etc.
Sofa
A large sofa, set at the very border of the areas with a back to the kitchen, can also be used as a partition. This is one of the simplest and most convenient options for zoning a space that does not require unnecessary expenses and fuss with installation. If necessary, the sofa can always be moved to any part of the room.
On the reverse side you can put a chest of drawers or a low rack, not exceeding the height of the sofa. This is convenient because it allows you to use shelves for storing various kitchen trifles that are always at hand.
Large aquarium
An expensive, however, incredibly effective way to separate the kitchen from the living room and impress guests. Having picked up color illumination, you can change the mood of the interior, making it either mysterious or relaxing. Water and beautiful fish floating in it soothe and tune in a peaceful manner. A great way to relieve stress after a hard working or school day.
Plants
An original and environmentally friendly option that fits perfectly into country, provence or eco-friendly interiors. You can combine business with pleasure and grow herbs at home, which you can then use in cooking.
Partition in the interior of the kitchen-living room 
The interior of the kitchen-living room with a partition
Natural wood
It is a strong and durable material, suitable for any style of interior. Wooden interior details look warm and cozy. The tree is most popular in classical and country styles, however, it will be quite appropriate to look in the minimalist Japanese kitchen-living room, hi-tech or minimalism. The main thing is to choose the right color, texture and decor. Screens, bar counters, cabinets, cabinets and racks, as well as columns and arches are made of wood.
Despite its durability and luxurious appearance, wood has a number of disadvantages. Firstly, it is a high cost, whole wood will cost a large amount. Secondly, wooden surfaces require special treatment, as they are subject to the negative effects of water, steam, mold and pests.
Practical and economical material. Due to veneer lining, chipboard is practically indistinguishable from natural wood, however it is easier to maintain and cheaper. However, unlike wooden structures, particleboard is less durable and can also release toxic substances. As a rule, cabinet furniture is made from this material, which plays the role of a partition between the living room and the kitchen.
Partition in the interior of the kitchen-living room 
The interior of the kitchen-living room with a partition
Glass
Beautiful and environmentally friendly material. Glass is a good option for small and dark rooms, because it does not interfere with the penetration of light and does not overload the interior. Glass sliding partitions can be transparent, opaque, with patterns and without. They can also be stationary. In the latter case, glass blocks are often used, and the design itself can be supplemented by internal illumination. Spacious stained-glass windows will look beautiful in spacious rooms, especially appropriate in the Gothic style, Victorian classics or art deco.
How to make a partition with your own hands
The easiest way to build a drywall construction. However, you must carefully prepare before work.
- Before undertaking the installation of the partition, you will need to determine the border between the living room and the kitchen. Once this is done, mark the markings on the floor, walls and ceiling with an ordinary ruler and a construction pencil. This is the line along which aluminum profiles for drywall will subsequently be mounted.
- After marking, cut the profiles of the desired length and attach them along the line using self-tapping screws. To do this, you will first need to drill holes in the profiles and on the walls, floor and ceiling, and then insert the dowels into them, fixing them with screws.
- To install the frame under the gypsum plasterboard, mount the vertical profiles-racks that connect the floor and ceiling rails. The distance between the racks should be no more than 40 cm, also during installation it is worth considering the location of the doorway, if it is planned.
Any fastenings in the frame are made only using self-tapping screws. Once the frame construction is completed, plasterboard sheets can be mounted. In order to prevent serious errors during work, you should be guided by several rules:
- you can fasten the drywall sheet to the racks at a distance of only 1.5-2 cm from the edge,
- the distance between the screws should be no more than 15 cm,
- It is recommended to use fasteners of the same color, for example, black.
If you plan a door, then before installing it you need to strengthen the box. In place of the doorway, double profiles are used as guides.
To noise from the kitchen does not interfere with vacationers in the living room, you need to take care of sound insulation. For this, before installing the gypsum plasterboard, a sound insulator is inserted into the frame. As soon as the sound insulation is laid, the structure is closed with drywall, after which you can proceed to finish it.
Partition in the interior of the kitchen-living room 
The interior of the kitchen-living room with a partition
Plasterboard Partition Decor
Regardless of the selected finishing material, the surface must be leveled. Particular attention should be paid to the pits in place of the screws and the seams between the sheets. To level the base, you can use the usual putty, which must be applied in several layers.
For interiors in the style of Provence or country, you can use light textured plaster. If the kitchen-living room is made in the best traditions of the loft, then the plaster can be supplemented with decorative brickwork. Do not use too heavy finishing materials if the structure is light and thin enough - it is unlikely to withstand natural stone or ceramic tiles.
In classic interiors, light wallpapers and decor in the form of stucco moldings or moldings will be appropriate. But for minimalism, you can choose the most simple options - paint or plain wallpaper.
So, partitions in the kitchen-living room play a practical and decorative role. You can build them yourself or use the services of specialists. One way or another, it is necessary to select materials, color and decor correctly and with taste, so that the partition harmoniously fits into the decoration of the room.
