When planning own apartment Special attention worth paying attention to the kitchen. After all, this is where you will have meals with your family and arrange friendly gatherings, which means the space should be comfortable, cozy and stylish. The question immediately arises of where it would be appropriate to place the refrigerator. This will be discussed in our article.

Before you think about where to put the refrigerator, you should choose the unit that will suit your preferences and the style of your home. When selecting equipment, rely on the design of the room. So, if you have a very small area, then huge products simply will not suit you. You need to follow and color combinations. It is important to fit the item harmoniously into the room, and not to make the equipment a bright, awkward spot.

When choosing a location for equipment, you should be guided by the following rules:

• Practicality. All design elements, appliances, and furniture must comply with this principle. Each family member should be comfortable approaching and using the unit. Also, the refrigerator should be placed in a place so as not to disturb anyone.
• Consider the shape of your product. This is what you should start from when you are looking for a location for your device.
• Consider the height of the ceiling, the size of the windows, the presence of a balcony in the kitchen, and sockets.
• It's worth remembering that Do not place the refrigeration appliance near heating radiators or stove. This will lead to equipment malfunction. The unit should not be placed near a window. This way the product will heat up from the sun's rays. And do not place the item in a very humid area.

Layout and location

Modern designers offer many fresh solutions for how to place a refrigerator in your square meters. Among them there are both conservative options and the most daring and original ones.

One of the most common options is the corner location. At the same time, try to choose narrow options refrigerators. They will fit organically into the space. Here you can play on color contrasts. Besides this perfect option for a small kitchen. For example, if you live in a “Khrushchev” building, you can safely use this advice. You can successfully fit the unit into your layout, and the room will take on a stylish and fashionable look. Usually in this case the refrigerator is placed separately, at the exit. You can place it in the corner of the kitchen unit as a continuation of the composition. In this case, the optimal distance to the sink will be maintained. By placing the unit in the corners of the room, you can not only save space, but also build an overall style concept by choosing the right colors and sizes. Many residents of such houses say that corner models are not only optimal for saving space, but also help create a stylish image of your apartment.

Another common location for a refrigeration appliance is in one line. So linear design will suit for larger kitchens. Accordingly, you will line up all household appliances and furniture according to this concept along the walls. In this case, you can save space by choosing a built-in model of the unit. This way, the refrigerator will be surrounded by objects on all sides.

By the way, linear execution resonates in the hearts of many connoisseurs of style and beauty. You can, for example, place the unit on a podium with an additional cabinet on top. It is only important to remember the rule in time and not install the device near the sink/stove, otherwise the operation of the equipment may quickly be disrupted.

Kitchen area of ​​10 meters with separate standing refrigerator also deserves attention. Here big square helps to realize a variety of design fantasies. If you have a dining area in the middle, then it is important to balance the presence of equipment at the edges of the room. All elements (wardrobe, sideboard, refrigerator, sink) must be optimally combined with each other in tone, size, width, height. If you are not sure that you can optimally plan the space yourself, then you should entrust this to experienced and qualified designers. They will tell you which option is best for you to choose.

Another option for kitchens large sizes there will be a built-in refrigerator. Of course, this option may take a few extra square meters, but it’s worth it. You can choose any location where the unit will be located. Please remember that built-in appliances have their own characteristics. It would be right to leave small space for air circulation. Otherwise, the unit will quickly fail. Unlike previous places, this arrangement allows the equipment not to stand out. Thus, when the cabinet doors are closed, you will not see the unit. It is only important to choose the right sizes.

A creative option would be to disguise the product as a cabinet. This is a new and quite fashionable phenomenon. At the same time, you will not disrupt the design of the kitchen. The cabinet can be ordered from your favorite material and painted in your favorite shade. By the way, this type of built-in technology has many advantages:

• They fit perfectly into the interior of the room and can complement it;
• Efficient use of space – saving square meters;
• The equipment in this form makes much less noise during operation;
• Reliable protection against various damages.

An interesting option can be considered with two refrigerators. Moreover, these can be either built-in models or mixed ones. Here everything will depend on your area. If square meters allow, you can, based on the style concept, place the product in different angles. If the kitchen is small, the hallway will help out; a refrigerator is also often placed there.

If you choose a steel unit, then you should combine all the interior items, correctly fitting them into the style concept. Remember that the most dangerous place is next to gas stove. If you cannot avoid such proximity, then it is worth placing a small rack with shelves between the elements. The place where the refrigerator is located should not be warm or hot, as the device can quickly fail.

It is also worth remembering that the unit itself must stand level, the door on the refrigerator must close tightly and open without touching other objects. This is especially important for the good operation of the device. Some tips for those who have a too small kitchen:

• You can order in advance kitchen set, where there is a special niche for a refrigeration unit;
• Give up the stove, if possible, replace it with a slow cooker;
• A regular stove can be replaced with a built-in one. The place where it was previously located regular stove, will take up the refrigerator;
• You can buy a small tabletop refrigeration unit and put it under the table.

Interesting interior design ideas

Experienced designers describe various options interesting ideas interior with refrigerator. One of the most fashionable options For modern kitchens– built-in appliances, especially for light-colored rooms with a niche and a pencil case. This way you can effectively save space. In this case, it is worth especially carefully calculating all the parameters of the column, the height of which will depend on the features of the kitchen design project. Usually it is made at such a height as to be on par with the upper wall cabinets.

You can make up interesting options with a metal refrigerator. It will become the highlight of your kitchen. At the same time, experts advise maintaining style in the interior. For example, it will be possible to arrange metal elements in the kitchen, products that match in color. All this will help harmoniously fit your unit into the kitchen space.

It's worth remembering that bright hues will help visually make your room larger. This is especially true for those who have a small kitchen.

You can resort to this trick. Choose cream, white, beige shades. They will help create a visual expansion of space and the presence of light. In addition, light shades will charge you with positive emotions and set you in the appropriate mood.

To save general style kitchen set, one cannot avoid solving the problem of disguising the refrigerator if its appearance does not fit into the main interior design. Modern and high-tech units with many capabilities and functions seem rude and huge if the kitchen is made in an elegant Provence or Baroque style. There are several ways to help avoid discrepancies in appearance premises and successfully arrange this necessary household item.

One of the most common, but also expensive options is built-in equipment. Such a refrigerator will fit comfortably in an accessible area of ​​the kitchen; its design will be a logical continuation general interior. Depending on the needs of the family, you can purchase a kitchen with built-in large refrigerator or with a compact minibar. A less expensive, but more labor-intensive solution would be to independently integrate the purchased refrigerator into the cabinet. To safely use built-in appliances at home, you should follow several rules when installing them:

1. The cabinet should not have a bottom; the refrigerator is installed on the floor using adjustable legs.
2. The back wall of such a cabinet is not mounted to provide ventilation for the operating unit, or it must contain a grille.
3. To create a stable structure, it is better to use the principle of a sliding wardrobe, the doors of which are made taking into account their frequent opening and closing.

Two low refrigerators installed next to each other under the work surface look very original. This option will help eliminate differences in height along the entire line of the kitchen unit.

Hide in a niche

The narrow refrigerator can be conveniently placed in small niche. Before installing it in closed place It is necessary to provide for the possibility of a convenient approach to the equipment for its use, and also to leave free space near the walls of the unit for ventilation.

Put it in the pantry

This option for installing a refrigerator is very convenient, especially if this room is located directly in the kitchen or very close to it. If you have a large pantry next to the unit, you can place shelves for storing vegetables and fruits, as well as home canned food.

Put it in another room

Before taking the refrigerator outside the kitchen, you should listen carefully to the sounds it makes. An engine that is too noisy can interfere with rest if the adjacent room is a bedroom. A popular option in new buildings and beyond is to move the refrigerator onto an insulated loggia. In this case, before the relocation, a redevelopment is carried out, agreed with the necessary authorities, which provides for the demolition of the partition between the loggia and the kitchen. This option will not only allow you to move the refrigerator to a remote corner, but also expand the space for the dining area.

Build a plasterboard structure around it

To implement this option, you must follow the following rules:

1. Drywall and the walls of the refrigerator must be at a certain distance from each other - at least 5 cm for the side surfaces and 15 cm for the back.
2. On the side on which the door is hung, it is necessary to increase the gap between the surfaces so that it opens freely.
3. On the convenient side of the unit you will need to install an outlet and supply electricity. If the outlet is located in an accessible place, you will not have to move the equipment to disconnect it from the network.
4. When constructing the upper part of the niche, you need to leave a distance to the refrigerator of at least 15 cm, this will ensure normal air circulation.

When calculating the internal width and depth of a niche, it should be taken into account that frame racks and drywall have a certain thickness. In order for the refrigerator to fit inside the building and leave the necessary gaps, the total thickness of the niche walls must be added to the original parameters.

Install under the stairs if it is a private house

If in an individual residential building there is a staircase next to the kitchen or directly in it, then the space under it can be used to place a refrigerator. Decorative fences with doors will allow you to disguise the unit.

When choosing a point for installing equipment, it is necessary to take into account the possibility of a convenient approach to it and free opening of the door.

For normal operation of equipment in a closed area, it is necessary to consider a heat sink so that the unit does not overheat.

Separate freezer from refrigerator

IN small kitchen It is not easy to place a bulky refrigerator that has a freezer as a “second floor”. To adjust the dimensions of the unit, you can install these parts separately. Small appliances can easily be placed under the countertop or in a cabinet. To freeze food in this case, you should buy a separate chamber, which may be located in an adjacent room.

Buy a small refrigerator initially

Very compact, but small-capacity units are suitable for those who live alone. This option will also be acceptable in a small family where they do not like to cook at home. Some small refrigerators have a built-in freezer inside, while others don't have one at all. The mini-unit will fit in a cabinet under the window or in a cabinet under dining table. It can also be placed at the bottom of the headset under kitchen countertop. Such a solution is easy for those who do not like to make grocery purchases for future use.

Conclusion

Creating a comfortable and stylish interior in the kitchen is a task that requires careful planning and resourcefulness, especially if the room has small area. Of all the necessary interior items, the refrigerator is one of the most bulky and difficult to style.

If it is impossible to apply any of the tips listed in the article, you can make the unit an independent interior decoration by painting it in the same tone as the kitchen unit.

The most common solution for those who have enough space in the kitchen, but the bulky one contradicts the chosen interior style.

Design: Fantastic Frank

Design: Stadshem

2 Place in the “adjacent area”

If the kitchen is incredibly small and you can’t find space for a refrigerator, use the “adjacent area” - a corridor, hallway, loggia. To prevent the refrigerator from looking out of place, you can place a coffee bar next to it or organize additional storage of utensils and supplies.

3 Place in plain sight in the dining area

Sometimes The best way to hide something is to place it in the most visible place. If there is no place for a refrigerator in the kitchen, place it in the room. Pick up beautiful model, matching the color and style with the decor.

Design: Historiska Hem

4 Make it an element of the nursery’s decor

Refrigerator in the nursery? Why not! The solution is especially suitable for those who absolutely do not have enough space in the kitchen for the unit, but have free space in the adjacent - and it will become a real designer highlight of the interior.

5 Turn into an art object

Another way to visually hide a refrigerator without removing it from a visible place is. For example, paint it with slate paint.

Or paste over self-adhesive film...

Or even stickers.

6 Opt for compact models

Separate refrigerators and freezers are much easier to hide than a full-size household unit.

Those who want to think through the design of their own kitchen to the smallest detail are well aware of the problem when even the most beautiful refrigerator does not fit into the interior. It either stands huge among neat cabinets, or stands out for its modernity against the backdrop of retro style... A refrigerator built into a cabinet solves all aesthetic problems at once.

Features and Benefits

Just a few decades ago, people tried to place the refrigerator in the most prominent place in the kitchen - simply because not everyone had one. And today we hide them out of sight for the sake of beauty.

And although built-in appliances are extremely fashionable and status-conscious, they are not suitable for everyone. Refrigerator in the closet:

• invisible;
• silent;
• much more economical than a conventional refrigerator, because it is additionally thermally insulated by the cabinet walls.

At the same time, it is quite expensive, less spacious than usual, and rarely has additional functions– for example, control of buttons on the door, an area for “fresh” products, etc. This option is not suitable for those who have big family, which means you have to store a lot of food and constantly cook.

The concept of “built-in” applies not only to those refrigerators that “live” in kitchen cabinets. This also includes office refrigerators, minibars and even small refrigerators for cars.

Built-in refrigerators come in the most different sizes– you can choose the right one based on your own needs and lifestyle. They may not have one or two freezers, or they may not have one at all. The design of such equipment is not worked out: the most important thing for such a device is internal organization and its electrical safety.

Installation options

The most important rule: first we choose a refrigerator, and only then we order a cabinet. No qualified craftsman will undertake the installation of built-in equipment in furniture that was purchased without measurements.

Some owners, wanting to save money, try to build a regular refrigerator into the closet. You don't need to do this:

• In this case, the cabinet will have to be made without a bottom, because... a regular refrigerator is placed on the floor. Considering that back wall the cabinet won’t either (since other important parts of the refrigerator are located at the back), you’ll end up with a flimsy structure of three boards. It can fall at any moment and will swing when the door is opened.
• Even the most “slender” solo refrigerator will need a huge cabinet. Compared to other cabinets, the headset will stand out in size. The “deception” will be exposed.

• If you really don’t want to spend money on a built-in model, you can hide a regular refrigerator in a closet. However, it must be without top cover for free access of air. And the door should be designed to be opened multiple times.
• It is very important to take into account the ergonomics of the future refrigerator. If the owner is short, you should not purchase tall cabinet, which will be difficult to open. According to experts, optimal height– 1.7 meters including the freezer.

So, having decided on the model of the refrigerator, you need to choose a place for it. The rules here are the same as for simple devices.It should be placed far from the stove and other heating appliances.. The space under the cabinet must be perfectly level. It is very important that the door, together with the cabinet front, opens easily and completely - there must be space for this.

Most often, the refrigerator in the closet is placed on the edge of the unit - corner or straight. It is the highest point in the interior, and the rest of the “drawing” is at waist level. However, there are other interesting layout options.

In particular, the refrigerator can be hidden in a cabinet under the work surface. For this purpose, they usually purchase two small units, up to 80 cm high, and place them next to each other. You can divide them thematically, for example, on the right side - meat and dairy products, on the left - fruits and vegetables. This looks original, very unusual and allows you to avoid differences in height in the interior. Of course, there will be little space for storing food. In addition, to get something, you have to bend or squat every time.

Extra bed for storing food (canned food, jam, etc.) can be installed under the windowsill. In many old houses in the kitchens there are special niches, which were popularly called the “Khrushchev refrigerator”. This is a fairly large recess in the wall with shelves. It has technological holes that allow it to maintain a cool temperature: in winter you can even freeze dumplings. In the 50s and 60s, this allowed many people who did not have refrigerators to store perishable foods without wasting any electricity.

Many owners are now walling them up to make the apartment warmer. However, if you install new doors (similar to plastic windows) and close polyurethane foam extra slots, you will get a wonderful additional built-in refrigerator. Sometimes the doors are made transparent - the appearance of jars with jam or pickled cucumbers creates a special coziness.

Technical nuances

Only a highly qualified technician should install built-in equipment! If the device breaks due to a makeshift installation, repairs under warranty will most likely not be possible. However, even those who will call a technician to your home need to know a number of technical details.

The refrigerator cabinet must be perfectly level and stable.. And most importantly, it must provide the unit with unobstructed air access to cool the heating elements. For this it is done:

• Without back wall.
• With holes in the back and side walls.
• With a margin of width and height.
• With a podium for installing a ventilation grille.

In addition to air intake holes, the box must have holes for wires.

It is also important to understand the types of fastening of the facade to the refrigerator door. Built-in appliances have special fastenings on the front surface. Most often there are two types of fastenings - like guides and hinged.

A mechanism with guides “hangs” the façade on the refrigerator door, and when opened they slide relative to each other. This type of fastening leaves gaps between the doors where debris can accumulate. In addition, the door can only be opened at an angle of up to 90°. But it is ideal if the cabinet door itself is quite heavy, because... the load is distributed over several places.

The hinge firmly connects one door to another. There are no gaps with this connection option and the door literally opens wide open. However, hinges are not suitable for a heavy facade (for example, made of solid wood).

Ideally, at the stage of designing a kitchen unit and choosing equipment, you should consult with an installation specialist. A specialist will be able to compare your design desires and the technical capabilities of the refrigerator.

Models

The assortment in household appliance stores is huge. To better navigate this diversity, here are a few examples of built-in refrigerators in different price categories.

Atlant XM 4307-000

One of the most popular and inexpensive models Belarusian production. Double chamber refrigerator(two doors: refrigerator and freezer), volume usable area 234 liters. Its height is 178 cm, width – 54. Inside the refrigerator compartment everything is quite simple: 3 glass shelves, a compartment for vegetables/fruits, 4 plastic shelves on the door. Defrosts automatically (drip system).

The freezer inside has 3 plastic boxes, defrosted manually.

The refrigerator is controlled mechanically. No additional devices or bells and whistles: an egg stand, ice trays - that's the whole set.

For safety, it can stay cold for 16 hours if there is a power outage. The manufacturer provides a 3-year warranty.

According to reviews, this is one of the most acceptable options in its price category. It operates very quietly, which is perfect for a kitchen-living room. There is a positive experience of integrating it into Ikea furniture. One of the disadvantages that all buyers note is that in order to defrost it, you need to unplug it from the outlet. For built-in technology this is a significant drawback.

According to reviews, this is one of the most acceptable options in its price category. It operates very quietly, which is perfect for a kitchen-living room. There is a positive experience of integrating it into Ikea furniture. One of the disadvantages that all buyers note is that in order to defrost it, you need to unplug it from the outlet. For built-in technology this is a significant drawback.

Beko CBI 7771

Two-chamber refrigerator, country of origin – Türkiye. In terms of usable area, it is slightly larger than the previous one: 242 liters. Has an antibacterial coating. cooling chamber equipped with three glass shelves and a “freshness zone”. Defrosts according to drip system. The freezer with three shelves is equipped with a No Frost system. Height 177 cm. Mechanically controlled. 13 hours of autonomous cold maintenance.

According to customer reviews, this model is quite reliable, but not very spacious - it’s difficult to fit a week’s worth of groceries. Another disadvantage is the lack of an area for storing fruits and vegetables. No Frost in the freezer speaks in favor of the model.

The refrigerator is an integral part kitchen space like a sink or stove. If the kitchen is too small, then the owners face important question about how to properly place a refrigerator in such a room so that it does not create inconvenience.

The main problem is that even a modest-sized refrigerator takes up a considerable part of the space in the kitchen. In addition, this very large piece of furniture visually reduces the already cramped kitchen space.

However, there is no need to fall into despair. There are several ways to properly place a refrigerator in a small kitchen so that the room remains comfortable and convenient.

Where can you install a refrigerator in a small kitchen - the best options

In one of the corners of the kitchen— so that the refrigerator does not visually clutter the room and does not interfere with household members, designers advise installing it in the farthest free corner. This technique will make the refrigerator less noticeable, in addition, it will visually raise the low ceiling.

It is better to place all large items against the wall - this also applies to the refrigerator. As a rule, on each, even the most, there is a corner, one of the walls of which goes into work area, and the second is adjacent to the window.

The distance from the window to the walls can be very different, but this is the place that will be most convenient for placing the refrigerator.

The main thing is that household members will not have to constantly trip over the refrigerator. If you also choose the right dimensions for the size of the room, it will take up quite a bit of space.

If you decide to place the refrigerator in a corner, it is recommended to buy the tallest and narrowest model.

It is advisable that it be light - white or in a metallic color, then the room will not seem cramped. To save even more space, you can place a microwave oven right above the refrigerator in the corner.

Refrigerator installed near the kitchen window- this method of placement is most often chosen when the kitchen has. A refrigerator standing separately by the window is located not far from work surface, so it is quite convenient to use it during cooking.

At the same time, it does not clutter up the kitchen and leaves quite a lot of free space in it. It is important to choose high and narrow model, which will need to be pushed as tightly as possible against the wall.

Another option is a small refrigerator near the window, above which there is wall cabinet for storing dishes or other utensils.

Refrigerator installed near the sink— often near the sink there is a fairly spacious “dead” zone in which nothing stands. There is also a free corner or niche. It’s worth taking a closer look at this place, because a refrigerator installed there can completely transform a small room.

With this layout option, the rest of the space will look lighter and more spacious. To enhance the effect, you can use light furniture and the same finishing materials.

To make it easier to find space for a refrigerator in a small kitchen area, designers advise getting rid of some bulky and rarely used kitchen appliances- it can be replaced with a more compact one.

For example, it is worth choosing an oven with a steamer function and microwave oven. Massive food processor easy to replace with regular immersion blender. Full dining area You can easily arrange it in the living room, and in the kitchen itself you can install a light and compact replacement.

Refrigerator near front door - This is another fairly popular place to locate a refrigerator. Depending on which one was chosen, either a spacious corner or a flat wall can be formed there.

Both options are great for installing a refrigerator. The main thing is to combine it correctly with the rest of the furniture, in particular with the set. In general, designers advise making furniture for small kitchens to order.

This approach makes it possible to use each square meter without leaving any gap between household appliances and cabinets.

Location of the refrigerator in a niche- this option is one of the most practical and convenient. In the niche, the refrigerator is partially protected from sunlight, household pollution and mechanical influences. You just need to strictly follow the rules for connecting a household appliance, and make sure that nothing prevents the doors from opening freely.

When installing small refrigerator, you can take up the free space above the shelves or cabinets to store dishes, seasonings, and kitchen utensils.

If the niche provided technical documents, is missing, then it is quite possible to equip it yourself, after consulting with an architect. It is possible that such redevelopment will require approval from government agencies.

Advice! If there is no air circulation in the niche, the refrigerator may overheat, and this will disrupt its normal operation. As a rule, manufacturers indicate in the instructions minimum dimensions niche required for embedding.

Installing a refrigerator under the windowsill- this option should be chosen if the kitchen is really very small, and if no more than two people live in the apartment, for whom there is no need to store large supplies of food.

A compact refrigerator can be placed directly under the windowsill, which serves as a dining table or work table.

Installing an undercounter refrigerator- if a small family lives in the apartment, you can safely buy small refrigerator. It can be perfectly placed right under the countertop of the work surface, under the dining table, under the bar counter or other similar place in the kitchen.

As a rule, the height of such a refrigerator does not exceed 50 cm. This model does not have a freezer, so it takes up very little space. To store frozen fruits and vegetables, can be purchased separately freezer, installing it outside the kitchen - for example, in the pantry.

Installing a refrigerator in a closet- to implement such an idea, it is worth ordering a kitchen set made to individual standards, with the possibility of integrating a refrigerator into it. The household appliance itself should be small or medium in size, then it will fit perfectly into the interior.

This is a great way to save as much kitchen space as possible and make it more ergonomic and functional. The refrigerator can be located in the upper compartment of the cabinet, then you will not need to bend over to it to get certain products.

Refrigerator located on the balcony- this option can be ideal if certain conditions are met:

• The kitchen area must be insulated as much as possible, otherwise placing a refrigerator in it is prohibited.
• Required good ventilation balcony
• The loggia itself must be reinforced and easily support the considerable weight of a large refrigerator.
• The refrigerator should not be constantly exposed to direct sunlight.
• It should be remembered that it is prohibited to place sockets on the balcony, so when connecting the refrigerator you will have to use an extension cord.

Installing a refrigerator in the hallway- this option can be used if it was not possible to find a place in the kitchen, and the existing corridor adjacent to the kitchen is quite spacious for this. It is important to place the refrigerator in such a way that it does not interfere with the movement of family members around the home.

Its door should open freely without bumping into foreign objects. Another suitable place to install a refrigerator is a small closet or pantry.

How to design a small kitchen with a refrigerator

When arranging a small kitchen, you need to be guided, first of all, by the issue of convenience. You cannot buy bulky furniture that will clutter up an already cramped room.

In this case, only or type of layout is ideal. To expand the space a little, you can combine the kitchen with a balcony.

Furniture for a small kitchen should be chosen depending on the style of the interior. For rooms whose interior is made in traditional styles, suitable headsets made from natural wood or chipboard.

The color of such furniture can be white, beige, made in any pastel shades. Setting up a small kitchen in modern styles, you should pay attention to furniture made from lightweight synthetic materials.

An abundance of metal, glossy surfaces and glass is welcome - they help to visually increase the space.

As for household appliances, their choice depends only on the taste preferences of the owner of the kitchen. In any case, it is better to choose comfortable and practical models that fit perfectly into any style - this also applies to the refrigerator.

Suitable for modern interiors Appliances in retro style, for other interiors you can choose modern options refrigerator in white, light gray or metallic color.

You can simply hide the refrigerator behind the facade of the furniture. The ideal solution For a small kitchen there will be a small built-in refrigerator.

Advice! The main rule that should be followed when planning a small kitchen is to abandon furniture that you can completely do without. There is no place for sideboards, chests of drawers, decorative bedside tables and numerous shelves - it would be better if something like this takes their place necessary thing like a refrigerator...

Small kitchen with refrigerator (real photos)