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How to transform a small Khrushchev: 33 square meters in St. Petersburg

33 square meters in St. Petersburg

33 square meters in St. Petersburg

Many Russians still live in Khrushchev, where there are problems with planning and area. How to make such a small size light and comfortable, while visually increasing the space? We found a decent interior in one St. Petersburg apartment.

Small but cozy

Small but cozy



Small but cozy

This small apartment has a very warm atmosphere. It is cozy and sunny here, perhaps this effect is achieved thanks to the successful color scheme that was chosen for the interior decoration. The walls were not painted pure white, but a little turquoise gray was added to the paint. This technique noticeably refreshed the space and allowed us to go beyond stereotypes..

Notes of solar heat

Notes of solar heat

Notes of solar heat

Wood played an important role in the interior design. Oak parquet was laid on the floor, and cabinets and shelves with pronounced wooden textures were chosen as additional pieces of furniture.

Unusual storage systems

Unusual storage systems

The hints of the sun’s warmth have brought yellow elements into the space, which act as color spots. To balance the tint, a dark gray carpet was laid on the floor and supplemented with a stylish pouf.

Decor elements

Decor elements

Efficient storage

Efficient storage

Efficient storage

Many interesting ideas were used for storage here. The upper shelf, which is located almost under the ceiling, immediately attracts attention. In addition to it, the interior has a rack with drawers, cabinets and shelves. But the wardrobe is not visible to the eye, it is hidden behind a book-door, which looks like an element of decor.

Stylish interior elements

Stylish interior elements

Extra comfort zones

Dining room in Khrushchev

Dining room in Khrushchev

Not every Khrushchev has a place for a study or a dining room. But in this interior, on only 33 square meters, it was possible to place these zones as well. The office was placed against the far wall, highlighting it with geometric wallpaper. But the dining room is located right in the kitchen, it was organized by the windowsill..

Small kitchen interior

Small kitchen interior

What is worth adopting:

• For decoration of a small interior, it is advisable to use light shades – white, gray, salad, turquoise.
• Wood, natural fabrics, simple prints and pronounced textures play to create coziness in the interior.
• To set dynamics in space, do not bypass geometric patterns and prints.

Stylish kitchen apron

Stylish kitchen apron

Cozy dining area

Cozy dining area

Small bathroom

Small bathroom

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