An interesting and functional design is achieved not only through renovation - the correct selection of furniture plays an important role. In this article we have collected all Information on using kitchen corners with sleeping space for a small kitchen: photos, recommendations for selection, examples of placement in the interior. We are sure you will find a lot of useful information.

Why is it needed: advantages and disadvantages

At first glance, the idea of arranging an additional place for sleeping in the kitchen may seem ridiculous - too polar concepts. On the other hand, sometimes this is the optimal solution to the problem of lack of free space: in a studio kitchen, this technique will help free up the room for other furniture.

But even in ordinary apartments, a sleeping place often comes in handy: who doesn’t know the problem of late guests who need to be put somewhere?

As you can see, such a kitchen corner has its advantages over a regular, non-folding one. Additional pros and cons (which, unfortunately, cannot be avoided) depend on the specific model - manufacturers offer you two radically different types. Let's take a closer look?

1. The “dolphin” system is very popular for use in small kitchens and living rooms. Standard at first glance the corner turns into a real sofa, All you have to do is pull out the retractable soft bottom block.

Essentially kitchen furniture transforms into a comfortable bed, and when folded it does not take up much space. If it were not for the high price of most models, this option would be considered ideal.

Unexpected bonus:“Dolphin” is almost always equipped with spacious drawers in which you can store bed linen. This is very useful in small apartments.

2. More budget option - “French” folding sofa. It is also less convenient as a permanent sleeping place, but is suitable for occasional use.

When folded, the structure does not take up much space: Three sections are hidden in the frame, and if necessary, simply pull the strap to extend them.

Because of design features Most often, French folding beds are made straight, which is not always convenient, take this into account when purchasing. In addition, you will have to do without storage boxes - there is nowhere to place them.

How to choose

To ensure that your purchase does not disappoint you, it is not enough to choose the right model. You will have to take into account some other parameters:

As you can see, there is nothing complicated - the main thing is to follow some rules. Good luck with your choice!

In the interior

Having dealt with the issues of functionality and convenience, we suggest moving on to the most interesting thing - how kitchen corners with a sleeping place look in a small kitchen.

We bring to your attention several interesting options.

If you are lucky and have a bay window in the kitchen, the problem with placing a sleeping place is solved: place a corner there. This way you can create a real sleeping area - great option design of a studio apartment with a non-standard layout.

An original approach in terms of design and functionality: order not a dining table, but a couple of nightstands to match the sofa. Of course, not everyone will like such a move. But if you don't need a dining room, why not?

If you need to expand the corner, you can easily move the bedside tables to the side without disturbing the harmony in the room.

Does this approach seem too radical? Buy a light table that is easy to rearrange - you are unlikely to like moving massive furniture every evening.

Please note: Some table models eliminate the need for regular rearrangement. Just fold it and free up space! True, for those who are used to putting all sorts of small things on any horizontal surface, this option is unlikely to be suitable.

Is your kitchen quite modest in size and is it problematic to place a corner there? French folding beds come in different varieties: when folded, it is a small chair, and when unfolded, it is a real bed. A good solution if you sleep alone.

In short, choosing the right kitchen corner with sleeping space for a small kitchen is not difficult - we hope our article will help you with this!

Guests have arrived, and the party lasts long after midnight. Extra beds in such a situation are worth their weight in gold. Your friends will appreciate the opportunity to relax in a separate room. Even if it’s a simple sofa in the kitchen.

Folding sofa for the kitchen: pros and cons

What are the benefits of having a folding sofa in a small kitchen space?

You can always provide your friends with a good rest. They will have a separate room where they can sleep peacefully and recuperate.
You live in a one-room apartment. And you have two teenage children of different sexes. The kitchen can serve as a bedroom for one of your family members.
A close relative is visiting you for the summer, and all the rooms are occupied. Place him in the kitchen and he will make coffee for you every morning.
Sometimes the sofa in the kitchen is the only place where you can retire and relax from the hustle and bustle. If you have the opportunity to lie down, then there will be no trace of stress and depression.
Do you like to post videos on You-Yube and sit at your laptop until late? A folding bed will give you the opportunity to do this in a comfortable environment. While the body is resting, the brain provides income from the network.

What you need to be prepared for: pitfalls

When unfolded, the sofa increases in size and needs more space. Therefore, you need to provide enough area around the sofa in advance to transform it.
With daily use, not all mechanisms can withstand long-term use. Still, there are durable structures that can withstand long-term loads.

Small sofas and daybeds do not have a storage box or require the mechanism to be folded out to get to it. Therefore, there is no need to consider such furniture as a storage system for food and kitchen utensils.
When it comes time to lay out the sofa, the question arises: where to put the table. It is either carried out of the room or transformed: it is thrown back onto the wall, lowered below the level of the mattress and serves as a support for it. In spacious rooms, the table is simply moved to the side.

Corner sofa with sleeper

The corner of the kitchen is an ideal place for a dining area. A large number of seats, a cozy soft corner are continuous advantages. Corner sofas can turn into full double beds. There would be enough space.

Let us remind you that in order for two people to be comfortable on one mattress, its dimensions should be approximately 120x200 cm. A single bed is content with dimensions of 70-90 cm by 180-200 cm.

When the additional width of the sofa is created by a module hidden under the seat, then as a result, in the original version, the depth of the sofa should be at least 60 cm + back/back wall. For single models 45 cm.

In this case, the hidden module is usually several centimeters shorter than the seat, since it needs to fit into the lower box. You can store anything in this model only in the side compartment.

The result is an irregularly shaped bed. However, with the proper dimensions, it may well provide shelter for a tired traveler.

An added bonus is that the under-seat storage box remains free and easy to access. If necessary, the owner can use it for its intended purpose.

Narrow sofa with sleeper

What to do when a wide seat does not fit into the existing dimensions of the room? In this case, the margin of the mattress width falls on the back. It should be taken into account that during transformation there should be enough space in front of the sofa to spread out the mattress.

Roll-out systems can only form a single bed consisting of two halves. It's not very comfortable to sleep on this. Especially when over time one of the pillows wears out more than the other. The same problem haunts book sofas.

A smooth mattress can only be achieved with a high backrest. It can easily compensate for a narrow seat and provide sufficient width for the bed.

Small sofas with sleeping place

What to do if a two-meter sofa simply does not fit in the bay window or in the dining area? First of all, you need to determine in which direction transformation is possible: in front of the sofa or on the sides.

The short length of the sofa dictates its own conditions. The length of the mattress in this case is divided into three parts of 60 cm each. Two lengths are allocated for the seat and the pull-out module, one part for the backrest.

Super-compact models contain a folded cot with a thin mattress in a storage box. This good idea in case of an unexpected visit from guests. The downside is that you can’t put anything in the box under the seat except that very folding bed.

There are models in which the back takes on two lengths. In this case, you need to understand that the depth of the sofa will be equal to the width of the seat + the thickness of the backrest folded in half with a mattress. But unlike the “dolphin” and roll-out modules, this option can be used every day for several years. As an added bonus, you will receive a smooth, one-piece mattress. True, without springs.

If the space does not allow you to move the sleeping place forward, all that remains is to spread it out on the sides of the sofa. In this case, rotary-sliding elements are used. The extra length is in the side back (like an ottoman) or in the armrests. In this case, one or two elements may participate in the transformation. In this case, the principles of transformation of a Eurobook, roll-out models, as well as the good old click-clack can be used.

IKEA sofas

Modular sofas. They consist of separate blocks of poufs or chairs without armrests. The modules can be swapped and folded into any design convenient for you. Vallentula series. Each module has a storage box.

« Dolphin" Additional volume is achieved through a pull-out section hidden under the seat. Vilansud series.

Eurobook. The seat moves forward and the backrest tilts into the free space. Himmene.

Accordion. PS series. The backrest is folded in half and contains 2/3 of the length of the berth. The mattress is solid and does not split into separate modules. The seat slides forward and tilts the backrest into the vacant seat.

When choosing a model, consider the layout of the kitchen. Having looked at the model you like, take its dimensions. Make sure that she can take the place allotted to her, and that the transformation mechanism can work flawlessly without touching surrounding objects.
The more pillows and individual modules, the sooner you will buy a new sofa. Why? Because the hidden elements and the back wear out much less than the seat. Over time, this makes itself felt. If possible, give preference to models with two elements or even with a solid mattress.
There is nothing to break in the simplest mechanism. Complicating the design entails an increase in breakdowns. The simpler the more reliable.
For the kitchen, choose upholstery materials that are easy to clean. Stains from sauces and grease do not stain the interior.
Immediately look for a suitable blanket or cover. It can be easily washed in washing machine. At the same time, he will take on the lion's share of all stains, puffs and other unforeseen situations. And the sofa will last much longer and retain its original appearance.
Consider the general style of the room and its features.

Cry from the heart on the forum: “My husband and I live in a one-room apartment. As long as it's just the two of us, that's enough for us. But relatives from Rostov like to visit unexpectedly. Where can I place my beloved mother-in-law? Not to your bed?! I would make a bed on the balcony, but my husband is against it =)”.

We understand perfectly. There is no such thing as an extra bed in a small apartment. In order to have somewhere to put guests (whether expected or not), arrange additional sleeping place in the kitchen. This is real, even if the room area is no more than 9 sq.m. A kitchen sofa will solve the problem with relatives. And the interior will be transformed favorably.

What do we need from a sofa in the kitchen?

Availability of a sleeping place (preferably comfortable).
Compactness (so that the table, chairs, and set can also fit).
Moisture and dirt resistance (so that spilled coffee does not cause a family scandal).
Ergonomic (to use it as a storage place for kitchen goods).
Beauty (the taste and color here...).

This is ideal. Let's see how to solve all 5 problems in practice.

Method number 1. Ready-made sofa for the kitchen (10 options)

For those who have already completed renovations and installed furniture. If you don’t plan to change anything in the kitchen and just need to add that extra bed. Your options:

Sofa "Giovanni"

A cozy model for a small kitchen. It does not fold out, but with a depth of 90 cm, it will be comfortable to sleep on. At the same time, you won’t have to move the dining room furniture. In the lower compartment you can place a roll-out drawer for storing kitchen utensils.

Sofa bench (model 226)

Nothing extra. Just a sofa in classic style. However, if necessary, you can spend the night on it.

Sofa "Amelie"

Stylish sofa with compact dimensions. Order it 180 cm long and accommodate guests (if they are not basketball players, of course).

Sofa "Suite"

Another mini-sofa that will fit well into any interior. Comfortable and practical shape. With the right length, it will accommodate your friends for the night.

Modular sofa "Julia"

Practical, simple and at the same time stylish. The photo shows a basic module with a length of 200 cm. If space allows, additional modules can be added.

Modular sofa r086

For adherents of minimalism. A large number of modules allows you to create any variations. For both a small standard kitchen and a large studio kitchen.

Sofa "Olaf"

A “pompous” sofa for a royal kitchen. It is also convenient, since you can place drawers at the base of the sofa.

Sofa "Cluny"

A very stylish sofa that will become an accent in the interior. Filler – Memoryfoam (latex polyurethane foam with memory effect) gives a feeling of incredible comfort both when sitting and when lying down.

Corner sofa for the kitchen “Barbados”

Large corner sofa for the kitchen with roll-out drawers and a sleeping area. Comfortable and roomy.

Modular sofa “Super Roy”

Another voluminous model of a modular sofa for a kitchen-studio. With such a sofa you can create a space for any number of guests.

See other sofa models in the restaurant furniture section. Perhaps something will suit your mini-restaurant (kitchen).

Method number 2. Kitchen sofa to order

For everyone (and especially for those) who are furnishing an apartment from scratch. Order all the furniture in the same style, taking into account the features of the room and individual preferences.

This is where it really comes down to taste and color. And to help you, a selection of 9 options for arranging a sleeping area in the kitchen:

Eastern style. By the way, this is the project of the TV show “Fazenda”, in which we successfully participated:

Sofa for the kitchen in the style of a wardroom.
A comfortable dining area that turns into a full-fledged sleeping place for two:

Classic style kitchen:

Small but cozy kitchen with a sofa:

Bright interior with a red sofa:

Spacious studio kitchen with two windows and a corner sofa:

Bay window with built-in sofa:

Stylish kitchen with sleeping area in a typical apartment:

Custom sofa for a small room:

Did you like any of the proposed options? Or do you have a different idea of the ideal kitchen sofa? Call us. We will help you design and manufacture a sofa of any shape.

Kitchen design these days can come in many styles and variations. In addition to traditional kitchen elements, recently there has appeared large number innovations that significantly expand the functionality of this room. These include a small sofa in the kitchen with a sleeping place.

On modern market This interior element is still considered a novelty, however, it is rapidly gaining popularity, which is not surprising:

firstly, it is a stylish and convenient accessory for a modern kitchen;
secondly, an extra bed.

What is a sofa for the kitchen

Unfortunately, a significant part of our population lives in Khrushchev-era apartment buildings, which are not particularly large.

Therefore, many people decide to use various tricks so that a small two-room apartment with a standard layout can accommodate a dining room, a kitchen, a guest room, a nursery, and a bedroom for parents. With the right approach, all this is possible.

In the minds of most people, the kitchen is the place where food is prepared, as well as the procedure for eating it.

Few people thought that traditional cuisine can be imagined from a slightly different perspective, namely as a guest room.

Such a transformation can be easily achieved using only one piece of furniture. Small sofas for the kitchen with a sleeping place become a real salvation when there is simply nowhere to accommodate guests.

Naturally, we should immediately make a reservation that in this case we are talking only about those kitchens whose area is at least nine square meters.

In a small kitchen, if all the main interior elements are present, it is simply not possible to expand the sofa into a normal sleeping place.

Often, the owners of such kitchens do not know where to install the refrigerator, not to mention the sofa.

Advice! Under no circumstances should a kitchen sofa be positioned as a full-fledged sleeping place. This is an exclusively temporary, guest option, since many manufacturers, in an effort to reduce the size of such furniture, sacrifice comfort.

The mattresses of these sofas are far from perfect, and the sleeping area is not of good size.

At the moment, kitchen sofas are manufactured by various manufacturers. They are distinguished by price, quality of materials and appearance.

In order to purchase a truly worthy product that will serve you for many years, you should pay attention to several aspects. The selection instructions in this case are not complicated.

Materials. Upholstery material is one of the most important aspects in choosing. Naturally, the upholstery should be easy to clean and resistant to abrasion. In this case, stains are inevitable because food will be prepared near such a sofa. If there are children in the house, then the issue of the appearance of stains is even more pressing.

For such sofas, leatherette is most often used, however, if finances allow you, it is better to get a product with genuine leather upholstery.

You should also pay attention to the sleeping place itself. It’s good if its upholstery is thick, high-quality fabric. In this case, the sheet will not move during sleep, causing discomfort to your guest.

Advice! It is better to choose a sofa for the kitchen in light shades, since dark ones will visually reduce the space of the room.

Shape and size. Despite their functional features, such a sofa will most often be used by you during meals. In this case, it should fit perfectly to the table so that you can sit comfortably on it while eating. If you have already made a purchase, and after a while you find that this height does not suit you, then you should replace the sofa legs with adjustable ones.

Such furniture should be devoid of armrests, which will provide you with a comfortable seat at the table on the side. The presence of massive armrests is not only inconvenient in this case, but also visually increases the size of the sofa, thereby reducing the kitchen space.

Alternative options. If you are not satisfied with any model of a folding sofa, you can turn your attention to the armchairs (pictured above), which can also, if necessary, be transformed into an additional sleeping place. It is also possible to develop a drawing of such a sofa with your own hands. Nowadays, there are special workshops that can create a piece of furniture based on your requests.

Mechanism. Most often, such sofas are equipped with a folding mechanism. However, products on the market are based on specially developed technologies that are designed to optimize the process of folding the sofa. Depending on the mechanism, you should consider the place where the table will be retracted in order to ensure a smooth transformation into a sleeping place.

Conclusion

Nowadays, progress does not stand still. Everything develops and improves, and furniture is no exception.

Various devices and items are being developed to expand the functional scope of the room.

If until recently the kitchen was exclusively a place for cooking and dining, now this room can become an excellent analogue of the living room.

Naturally, this proposal is relevant for small apartments and houses where there is an acute lack of free space.

If you would like more information regarding the selection kitchen sofas, then you should watch the video located at the bottom of the page.

At first glance, the kitchen and the bedroom are two incompatible things. But life is a multifaceted thing and poses such complex and incompatible tasks for people that you are amazed. A young family lives in a one-room apartment. While there were two of them, there was enough space for everyone. But a child appears and he grows. Money for new apartment no, the country is in the throes of crises, and what to do? What remains is the kitchen. The bed in it will take up a lot of space and will not add comfort. A small sofa can solve the problem. In the morning it is collected, and the room again turns into a kitchen and dining room. A small sofa in the kitchen with a sleeping place is the most best option in such a situation.

Original corner sofa for the kitchen in a light-dark tone

Bedroom for a child

When choosing, first measure the space that will allow it to unfold. Imagine where the sofa with a sleeper will fit, how much space it will take up when opened. For a child, you need to choose practical furniture that allows you to lay out every day. It must have a mechanism that works effortlessly.

Birdhouse kitchen

The choice of furniture is guided primarily by the dimensions of the room. There are also in the housing stock former Union Khrushchev’s kitchens, where there’s not much more than a sofa, and there’s nowhere to turn around. For such a birdhouse, we can recommend a folding chair, or. When assembled, the furniture takes up little space and does not interfere with the housewife’s homework.

Important note: you cannot hang cabinets above your sleeping area, no matter how confident you are in their strength.

Original, semicircular sofa with tables and drawers

The kitchen is small, but of optimal dimensions

Most classic version sofa for the kitchen with a sleeping place - a book. This is a universal, practical model that takes up little space when unfolded. For the kitchen, you should choose compact models, with a seat and back width of 45-50 cm. When unfolded, it will move forward by 25-30 cm.

The second option, most suitable for a small kitchenette, is a modular sofa. During the day, the sections stand in a corner, in the evening they are moved and installed in the form of a bed. The table moves to where one half of the corner previously stood. As a result, a modular bed does not require additional space. The sections are mounted on wheels, and a child from 7-8 years old can handle it independently. The table can also be equipped with wheels to make it easier to move around the kitchen.

Guest bedroom in kitchen

Typically the living room serves as the guest bedroom. But what to do when the living room is transformed into a bedroom for one of the family members due to cramped conditions? What remains is the kitchen. And so that unexpected guests don’t take you by surprise, take care of a sleeping place for them in advance. A transforming sofa will help solve the problem. It will not be folded out very often, therefore, if the dimensions of the kitchen allow it, it is advisable to purchase a sofa that can be transformed into a double bed. After all, guests rarely come alone.

Roll-out sofas

Roll-out sofas require enough free space. In a spacious kitchen there are no problems with space. But in small kitchens, in order to make room for folding out the sofa, the table must also be transformable and retractable.

Classic sofa for the kitchen with a sleeping place

"Telesk op"

A roll-out sofa with a berth “Telescope” has a simple structure and a minimum of mechanisms. More precisely, there are almost no mechanisms in it. Only rollers and stops that prevent the lower part from rolling off completely. The durability of this design depends on the quality of materials and proper assembly. Even a child can handle this design, it unfolds so easily.

It is important not to rush when rolling out, and not to allow distortions. The mechanism of the roll-out sofa does not tolerate violence. If something goes wrong, it’s better to try to figure out where and what is sticking and fix the problem.

"Dolphin"

This transformer has a cute name. The “dolphin” transforming device is used on both linear and corner sofas. When extending the front part of the sofa, first its lower part, hidden inside, is pulled out, then special hinges lift the bottom and set it flush with the seats. An association arises that the sleeping place swims up from underneath, like a dolphin.

The transforming sleeping block is made on a wooden frame or on a metal one. The first is used as a guest option, the second - for daily use. in the kitchen it usually occupies one of the corners and does not interfere. , provided by the “dolphin” device, is especially convenient for small-sized kitchens.

Folding sofas

Small folding sofas, just like roll-out ones, move forward and, when folded out, form a double bed. Manufacturers have developed several different devices that allow you to place small sofas in the kitchen.

Transformable sofa - two-tier with sleeping places

Sofa bed

Among transformable sofas, folding beds stand apart. Designers in this category of furniture combined a soft sofa and a metal folding bed, which once stood in almost every home, solving the problem of living space. The folding bed, equipped with its own mattress, folds three times and hides in a spacious sofa drawer. Such furniture has a solid margin of safety and can be used every day. Therefore, if you need a small sofa for the kitchen with a sleeping place, which is supposed to be used every day, choose a folding bed. Compared to other models, the price is much higher, but the durability of the folding bed is worth it.

Among the variety of models there are double folding sofas with separate folding beds. This folding bed can be installed in the form of a corner if one sleeping place is left open. Then you won't have to fold it every day.

"Accordion"

kitchen sofas with a berth that open like an accordion are also convenient for the kitchen. The main part of the berth is hidden in the back, closed like a book. The folded design takes up little space and is used even on corner models.

Small-sized kitchen units are sometimes made without armrests, which saves space. It includes a drawer for bed linen.

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When the seat is moved forward, the backrest lowers and unfolds like the bellows of an accordion. The accordion sofa is produced with semi-soft or soft filling. It is best used as a sleeping place in the kitchen for guests. The “weak link” of the accordion is in the connection of the backs. They are connected with ordinary hinges used in small doors, or with piano hinges, and the strength of the fastening depends on the density of the wood and the quality of the screws.