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Kitchen design in houses of the p44t series with a bay window

Dining area in the kitchen with bay window

For many years, the bay window was considered the prerogative of an exclusively private home, creating an atmosphere of expanding space and finding a home at a certain height. Recently, at the time of the increased popularity of eclectic views in the world of construction and design, the bay window in kitchen design has become an integral part of most houses of the p44t series, which have several floors and are considered high-rise buildings. This trend was picked up in the 80s, when they began to commission houses with a bay window in the kitchen.

Design kitchen p44t with bay window
The above solution led to the appearance of a ledge in the kitchen in the apartments, forming an additional space. The space did not have a specific intended purpose, so many variations of use appeared. The options were to optimize the room as much as possible, giving a stylish design and a comfortable shade.Let's consider what steps should be taken towards rationalizing the kitchen with a p44t bay window and a ventilation duct.

Kitchen with bay window in bright colors

Why is a bay window useful?

The practical benefits of a bay window are not clear to many people. To understand the nature of this design element, it is worth considering its need.
Firstly, the bay window helps to expand the useful area of ​​the apartment. Despite the small area, it becomes more comfortable to do many things, because a corner appears that can be filled with certain objects.

The layout of the dining table and soft diva in the kitchen with a bay window
Secondly, the bay window in the n-44 series houses is usually located next to the windows. This increases the level of insolation in the rooms, thereby contributing to a positive effect on the health of people living in this apartment, and gives the space additional light colors. At the same time, in many situations, this solves the problem with lighting.

Design project kitchen p44t with bay window in an apartment building
In addition to pragmatic advantages, the bay window improves the facade of the building. Many could watch how the exterior of the building looks when the layout includes the presence of a bay window.
Fourthly, now the scope of fantasy has another detail that can be twisted in the necessary direction to give the interior a unique appearance.

Classic style bay window kitchen
In high-rise buildings that provide a bay window in the kitchen, the estimated size of the kitchen is 13-15 sq / m. The bay window has the shape of a trapezoid. However, the most diverse options for the shape of this element are provided: triangular, rectangular, oval and other variations. This means that here you can make a choice towards improving the interior. It is worth considering the special shape of the ledge when planning the kitchen in the house of the p44t series, because it is necessary to select the special shape and purpose of the bay window.

Kitchen p44t with bay window in eco style
Design Theory contains two basic design options for a kitchen with a p44t bay window.
The first option is to use a bay window as a separate area that looks like a balcony,and has the ability to be separated from the main room by any screen, arch, bar, other household items.

The second option involves the use of a bay window directly as part of the kitchen area. The bay window part plays the role of an additional element of the room, it becomes necessary to develop an interior from the window instead of the hob.

Design project of the kitchen in turquoise color with a bay window with a bar counter by the window

Design Options

The versatility of the bay window allows you to use maximum imagination, but not everyone has the desire to do it. Consider the main kitchen interior decoration options that are used in most homes.
This space can be used as a working area with a sink or for cooking. You can install a headset that completely fills the wall. In front of the window is to install a sink. This will make cooking and washing dishes quite enjoyable, regardless of the situation.

Design project of a kitchen with a bay window and a bar counter in the form of a workplace

It is common to use this place as a dining area. In such a case, the kitchen set should be arranged linearly in two rows, so that it looks like the letter “G”. Free space can be filled with a dining set, which includes dishes, serving set and other themed elements. Decorate the space with curtains of a suitable color. Make sure that the shape of the table in the room matches the geometrical shapes of the bay window.
An interesting option would be to arrange a recreation area. This will greatly enrich the interior of the kitchen. A similar procedure is done with the help of a small sofa or armchairs, which are the will of the coffee table. In the bay window of the kitchen p44t, the sofa lounger looks good. A small coffee table is perfect for him. In fact, you create a lounge zone in which you will have tea every morning.

Kitchen with bay window with window dining area and breakfast bar
Creating a workplace or place of embodiment of a hobby is also possible to arrange. To do this, install a folding table, a chair and put a computer.You can have documents, notebooks and various stationery there. There is probably a place for a cup of coffee or tea.

Dining area by the window with roman blinds in the kitchen with bay window
Recently, the embodiment in this space of the winter garden has become popular. This allows the presence of elevated temperature, a sufficient level of humidity and good insolation. This helps plants to live normally. A variety of designs will help to realize this. You can install a large number of shelves, which will fit a huge number of plants.
If you did not find an option among the above, but want to use a bay window, then you can just leave it empty. Anyway, sometime this space will surely come in handy for you. For example, in winter you can set up a Christmas tree and put gifts for your relatives and friends. To frame the space, use a curtain.

Bright kitchen with bay window
An important aspect of choosing the path of using a bay window is what type of kitchen you prefer - a kitchen with a dining room or a kitchen combined with a living room. The first option involves the separation of the zone. This can be done with the help of a bar, an arched opening, a narrow shelf or directly in the dining area. Be sure to make partitions up to one and a half meters in height. This decision is necessary so that the space that is outside the bay window has everything in order with insolation. The second case says that you should choose the necessary furniture for the kitchen to match the composition of the living room.

Design Tips

The main rule is the fact that this room has excellent illumination due to additional windows. This makes it possible to use any color schemes. There are two main options for the colorization of the room:

  • light and neutral tones that do not cause anxiety, but only calm the inhabitants of the house (more suitable for a recreation area);
  • expressive contrasts created to serve as a catalyst (more suitable for the working area);

Think about it to give a special texture or pattern to the walls as specific accents.

Kitchen with bay window with breakfast bar and spacious cupboards
Be sure to decorate the window openings. Remember that window decoration will determine the variety of curtains that you can later use. Think about what is closer to you: roller blinds or standard, classic Roman curtains, curtains for cafes, country curtains, French models or others. It is possible to combine curtain options. However, remember that the fabric must be used light and translucent, so as not to worsen the insolation, which is created due to the additional window openings in the bay window.

Kitchen with bay window and wooden chest of drawers by the window

You can extend the eaves along the length of the bay window. Do not place flammable materials near the stove (if you made a cooking zone in the bay window), otherwise this could result in negative consequences.
The kitchen interior with a bay window, as you already noticed, has a universal component. You can independently choose what purpose this space will have and arrange it in such a way as to provide yourself with the maximum level of comfort.



Graduated from St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technology and Design. More than 100 completed design projects.


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