9 best kitchen nooks

*Review of the best according to the editorial. About the selection criteria. This material is subjective, not an advertisement and is not a guide to purchase. It is necessary to consult with a specialist before buying.

Kitchen nook is a popular way to design a comfortable dining area. This option is especially often chosen by owners of small kitchens. Compared with the classic bulky table with chairs, the set of a corner sofa, a small table and stools does not take up much space. But provides the room with comfort and allows you to sit comfortably during meals. These corners have a modern design and often become a decoration of the kitchen. But to make them not only beautiful, but also functional and reliable, you need to choose the model correctly. Our rating, based on the recommendations of experts, taking into account the opinions of consumers, will help.

Recommendations for choice

Kitchen sofas consist of a corner sofa, a table and a few stools. The table is usually small, rectangular or round in shape. L-shaped sofa is placed in the corner to make room for other furniture. According to the designer Louise O’
For a small or narrow kitchen, this is the best option for furnishings. The whole family can get together for dinner on a limited space. Sofa is usually compact, but it is comfortable to sit on it thanks to the soft back and seat.

We have studied the tips of designers and other experts on interior design, published in foreign and Russian publications: the magazine Today, New York Times, AD, Ideas for your home and others. We used them to make a guide for choosing a kitchen nook. Experts recommend to pay attention to several parameters.

1. Dimensions. They are especially important if the kitchen is small. In this case it is better to buy a corner when it is already furnished with the rest of the furniture. Space must be measured. Usually corners have standard sizes, but there are more compact versions.
2. The materials of which the frame is made are important.In the kitchen high humidity, temperature fluctuations. To make your furniture last longer, it must be laminated with moisture-resistant coatings. This material is durable, does not warp, can withstand heavy loads.
3. Also importantupholstery quality on the sofaand stools. Faux leather is most suitable for the kitchen. It is firm, hard-wearing, comfortable to the touch and easy to clean. Also suitable are upholstery, burlap, velour.
4. Sitting on a sofa should be comfortable. So you should pay attention to the softness of the filling, the height of the backrest, the presence of armrests. The best sofas are those with polyurethane foam padding. It does not warp, lasts longer than 10 years, does not rot.
5. Many nooks and corners have additional options. It can be a shelf in the corner or drawers under the seats.
6. It is important to choose the design and color of the sofa to match the interior and the rest of the furniture. For a small kitchen, it is better to choose light colors. A minimum of decorative details is desirable, as they are more difficult to care for.

The 9 best kitchen nooks

The best sofas for the kitchen

Corner sofa in the kitchen can be bought not only as part of the dining group, but also separately. When choosing, it is important to pay attention to size, quality of upholstery, filling. It would be desirable to be able to change the position of the angle when assembling. If you choose a sofa separately, you must take into account the height of the seat, it must be the same as that of stools and chairs, otherwise it will be uncomfortable to sit on it at the table.

Sofas for the kitchen can be with lift-up seats, folding with a bed, with armrests or without. We have chosen 4 most popular models, ideal for the kitchen.

Kitchen corner sofa by League of Sofas Myrtle

Rating: 4.9

Corner sofa for the kitchen Myrtle from the company Sofa League takes first place in our rating because of its high functionality and elegant appearance. It will fit in any style of interior and will be a decoration of the kitchen. This sofa in the shape of the letter L does not take up much space. Left or right handed option. Dimensions 151X125 cm, height 90 cm. Thanks to the absence of armrests, it seems even smaller, creating a feeling of coziness and spaciousness. Round metal legs are height adjustable, providing stability.

This sofa is practical, made of thick laminated chipboard. Wear-resistant materials are used as upholstery. It is velour, corduroy or microvelvet. They look beautiful, but easy to clean. Choice of colors: from light shades to bright, saturated colors. Comfortable seat of porous polyurethane foam has medium hardness and orthopedic effect. The high backrest with carriage coupler provides comfort and serves as an additional decoration.

The functionality of the sofa is that it can be used not only to relax or to gather the whole family for dinner. The seats lift up, opening deep drawers. Reviews note that the mechanism works easily, the capacities are roomy and help make rational use of the kitchen space.

Advantages

• Stylish design;
• compact size;
• Many color options;
• different upholstery materials;
• Comfortable backrest and seat with orthopedic effect;
• capacious drawers.

Disadvantages

• not detected.

ArtMebel Bronx kitchen corner sofa

Rating: 4.8

Large and comfortable sofa Bronx is produced at the factory ArtMebel. The company has been producing upholstered furniture for over 20 years. In the development of design and construction, the wishes of consumers are taken into account. Wear-resistant environmentally friendly materials are used, reliable fittings. The company gives an 18 month warranty on its products.

Corner sofa Bronx will suit a spacious kitchen. Executed in a classic style. Width 220 cm, depth 160 cm, height 95 cm. Choice of right or left corner location. Low padded armrests and high backrest with carriage coupler provide comfort. Thin wooden legs are height adjustable.

The sofa frame is made of laminated chipboard. Special coating provides protection against moisture and temperature fluctuations. The polyurethane foam filling is rigid enough, resistant to deformation and has orthopedic properties. Upholstery material – microvelvet. It is hypoallergenic, breathable, easy to clean. treated with antibacterial and antifungal impregnation. Buyers note the ergonomic shape and comfort when sitting.

Advantages

• wear-resistant fabric;
• different colors;
• orthopedic properties of the seat;
• comfortable armrests;
• spacious.

Disadvantages

• no drawer.

Borovichi furniture Etude with bed Modern 15733

Rating: 4.7

Compact corner sofa Etude is suitable for classic or modern interior. Made of bleached birch wood chipboard in a modern style. Polyurethane foam filling has orthopedic properties. Upholstery is wear-resistant, breathable, with special water-repellent impregnation. You can choose any color. Decorative stitching on the back and original sidewalls.

The sofa fits into kitchen of any size. Dimensions in folded state 205X112 cm. The seat depth is 52 cm, backrest height 42 cm, height of the sofa from the floor 88 cm. No armrests, instead of legs there is a solid base. L-shaped, left or right side. There is a roll-out drawer.

The Etude sofa provides a comfortable place to sit at the table and have a rest. This is a comfortable functional sofa-transformer. The mechanism of reclining – dolphin. Pull out additional section to create a full bed of 190X110 cm. Thanks to this you can comfortably accommodate overnight guests.

Advantages

• compact;
• comfortable seat;
• You can choose any color;
• The simple mechanism of transformation;
• Wear-resistant fabric upholstery;
• easy assembly.

Disadvantages

• The bed rolls out on castors without guides.

Kitchen sofa Triya Dublin Dubna Sonoma

Rating: 4.7

Sofa from the collection of kitchen furniture Dublin, we included in the rating because of its practicality, compactness and stylish design. This small corner bench measures 158X118 cm with upholstered seat and backrest. Made in a modern minimalist style. The design is classic, without armrests. Seats do not lift up, the side and back wall act as legs.

Produced by Russia’s largest holding company Tryya. The company uses modern equipment and innovative technology. The furniture is made of high-strength particleboard of its own production with the use of reliable hardware Hettich and Lama. Designers develop the design taking into account global trends and consumer preferences. Production conforms to international quality certificates ISO 9001:2000, is practical and reliable.

The bench Dublin is made of laminated chipboard in sonoma oak color. Filling of seats and backrests – polyurethane foam. Upholstery – beige eco-leather combined with rogozhka. Practical and hardwearing materials. They are waterproof, deformable and easy to clean. The height of the sofa 79 cm, the seat depth of 40 cm. It can comfortably seat 3 persons. With its light and neutral color scheme, it will fit in any interior. It is possible to assemble in the left and right corner of the room.

Advantages

• Reliable, stable;
• Soft comfortable seat;
• wear-resistant materials;
• neutral color;
• Versatility and ease of assembly;
• Thanks to the compact size and classic design does not take up much space.

Disadvantages

• no drawer.

The best kitchen nooks and tables

A complete kitchen nook in addition to the corner sofa includes a table and a few stools. Our rating of the 5 most popular models, reflecting their strengths and weaknesses, will help design a comfortable dining area.

Triya Barcelona

Rating: 4.9

This is a kitchen nook, consisting of a sofa, table and 2 stools. Takes first place in our rating thanks to the ideal price-quality ratio. This furniture is practical, comfortable, made in a modern design. And the absence of right angles makes it safe to use.

Corner Barcelona compact, the size of the sofa 160X120 cm, a table 110X60 cm. Suitable for a small kitchen, dining room, will fit into any interior. Made of laminated chipboard in the color of sonoma oak truffle, which imitates the texture of natural wood. PVC edges protect the frame from moisture and mechanical damage.

The design of the sofa is classic. Form L-shaped, with a rounded corner. It is universal – collected in the right or left corner. Decorated with a carriage coupler with decorative buttons on the back and an unusual shape of the legs. Extra supports at the back provide stability. Under the seats there are small compartments for storage. Upholstery – leatherette, similar to the natural leather. It does not warp and is easy to clean. There are two color options: brown and beige.

The table with the height of 73 cm has a traditional design on 4 legs. Tabletop is rectangular with rounded corners. 2 33X33 cm square stools with upholstered seats. The height of 43 cm. Buyers note the beautiful design of the corner and the comfort when sitting. Some users don’t like that the seats are low. From the comments of the user site: “a very beautiful corner, compact and well made. Sit comfortably, there are drawers. There were problems during assembly – I would have liked more detailed instructions.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• compact size;
• High-quality, hard-wearing materials;
• rounded corners;
• There are drawers.

Disadvantages

• stools small and unstable.

Kitchen Corner Triya Texas Isp. 2 sonoma oak

Rating: 4.8

Another kitchen nook in our rating from the company Treya. More compact and slightly different design. Like all products of this company, the set Texas is made of environmentally friendly laminated chipboard emission class E0,5 own production. All materials meet international safety standards. This corner is practical, functional and easy to use. The manufacturer gives a warranty of 18 months, but notes that the furniture will last at least 10 years.

Texas Corner consists of a corner bench, table and two stools. Sofa without a railing is compact, suitable even for a small kitchen. It can be assembled on the left or right side. Length 153 cm, width 113 cm, height 80 cm. In the corner there is an additional shelf for kitchen utensils, shallow drawers under the seats. The backrests are decorated with decorative stitching.

The seat depth is 36 cm, backrest height is 40 cm. It allows you to sit comfortably while eating or relaxing. Polyurethane foam filling is soft, but it does not deform and has orthopedic properties. Upholstery eco-leather “cashmere”. It is easy to care for, durable and pleasant to the touch. You can choose a beige or brown color.

All corner pieces are made of laminated chipboard in sonoma oak color. The material is durable and the PVC edge makes it hardwearing and water-resistant. Neutral coloring like natural wood fits into any interior, makes the kitchen more spacious and bright. The table is rectangular, 73 cm high. Tabletop with rounded corners, measuring 100X60. Instead of legs, side stools connected by a lintel. Some users note that because of this it is uncomfortable to sit at the table – the knees rest. The stools are the same design as the table, only with an upholstered seat upholstered in eco-leather. Size 33X33 cm, height 43 cm.

Advantages

• Compact, suitable for a small kitchen;
• functional;
• stylish design and beautiful colors;
• additional shelf in the corner;
• The table is not heavy and easy to move;
• easy assembly;
• durable safe materials.

Disadvantages

• uncomfortable table;
• small stools.

Mebeliko Lotus eco-leather kitchen nook

Rating: 4.8

Kitchen nook Lotus by Mebeliko factory is made in a modern style. We included it in our rating for its luxurious design and rich colors. This corner will become a kitchen ornament, will occupy a central place and provide a comfortable rest. It consists of a corner sofa, a round table and two pouffe stools. Suitable for comfortable seating for 6 people.

The main feature of the sofa Lotus is its original shape with graceful curves. There are two shelves in the corner for dishes and kitchen utensils. At the back of additional support, which provides stability. The corners on the backs are rounded, no handrails. Silver metal legs are height adjustable. The size of the sofa 178X178 cm, the seat depth is 50 cm, height with backrest 82 cm. No storage drawers.

The polyurethane foam filling is rigid enough not to deform and retain its shape. But it provides comfort when sitting. Upholstery – eco leather with a pleasant texture to the touch. It is a durable, environmentally friendly material. It is non-stretch, waterproof and easy to clean. The wide variety of colors allows you to choose the option that suits your interior.

The Lotus set also includes a round table measuring 80 cm high and 90 cm in diameter. It stands on a single four-petal support. Stools also round, made in the form of poufs cylindrical shape. Height 47 cm, diameter 36 cm. The seat is soft, upholstered in eco leather. All items of furniture are made of durable laminated chipboard.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• a soft roomy sofa;
• There are 2 corner shelves;
• It is very comfortable to sit at the round table;
• stools with original forms;
• high quality wear-resistant materials.

Disadvantages

• no drawers;
• stools are heavy.

Kitchen Corner Bitel Orchid

Rating: 4.7

This set of furniture will organize a comfortable dining area in the kitchen. Thanks to a large selection of colors, you can choose the option that suits the interior. Orchid Corner is made in a classical style. The set includes a corner sofa, a rectangular table and two stools. All pieces of furniture made of laminated chipboard with PVC edge. There are different colors imitating natural wood: wenge, sonoma oak, ash wood.

Corner sofa is a classic L-shaped without armrests. When assembled, you can place it in the left or right corner. Dimensions are compact – 150X110 cm, height 85 cm, depth of seat 40 cm. Backrest is comfortable, orthopedic shape or decorated with a carriage coupler. Under the folding seats spacious drawers. In the corner – a convenient shelf on which you can put a flower, a vase of fruit or a breadbox. Instead of legs – lateral stands.

The table is rectangular, with a 100X58 cm high, heat-resistant laminated chipboard. Sits on two originally shaped lateral supports with a crossbar in the middle. Stools rectangular, with upholstered seat 38X30 cm, height 45 cm. The polyurethane foam is filling of the seats on the sofa and stools. Upholstery – high-quality eco leather. It is pleasant to the touch, looks luxurious and easy to clean. There are several color options: neutral and bright, contrasting combinations and photo print. Elegantly curved side stands, decorative stitching or carriage stitching on the backrest serve as a decoration.

Advantages

• Compact size – fits in a small kitchen;
• stylish design;
• a great variety of colors;
• spacious drawers under the seat;
• corner shelf;
• comfortable high backrest;
• Wear-resistant materials are easy to clean.

Disadvantages

• table design is not very convenient for a person of large build.

Maestro Konsul-1 Eco

Rating: 4.7

This is the most compact and inexpensive kitchenette in our rating. Ideal for small kitchens, as it does not take up much space, but is comfortable and roomy. It is made by the Maestro furniture factory of high quality, safe materials. Made in a modern style, has a classic design. Consists of corner bench, rectangular table and two stools.

The frame is made of laminated chipboard of E1 class. It is a durable, hard-wearing material that resists moisture and is easy to clean. The table top is additionally treated with heat-resistant coating. Upholstery on the sofa and stools is made of soft and durable artificial leather. It has a pleasant touch and will not lose its attractiveness for many years. there are several color options: neutral and bright, solid colors and contrasting.

Corner sofa has a classic design without armrests. Angle of location universal. Under the seats, 18 cm deep storage drawers. Dimensions 156X106 cm, height 80 cm. The backrest does not connect to the seat, but comfortably supports the back while sitting. The polyurethane foam of moderate hardness does not deform and has orthopedic properties.

The table is rectangular, measuring 100X54 cm and 71 cm high. Rounded corners ensure safe operation. Instead of legs, there are two side props, positioned deeply so that the knees do not rest on them when seated. Racks are connected in the middle with a horizontal shelf on which you can put your feet. Square stools with a height of 43 cm have the same design. The seat is padded and measures 31X31 cm. Some users have noted that the seats of stools and sofas are low.

Advantages

• beautiful design;
• orthopedic backrest;
• roomy storage drawers;
• Does not take up much space
• there are several options for colors;
• comfortable stable table;
• easy to clean.

Disadvantages

• because of its small size, it is not comfortable for people with large stature.