American cuisine has become very common in Brazil for some years now. Basically, this concept is proposed from the idea of a kitchen with a support counter. Especially in small environments, the kitchen counter is a multifunctional space. After all, it can be used as an extra space to prepare food or be used as a high table.
In apartments, these two ideas are applied. As a result, it is important to bring details in the joinery, coating and accessories that further optimize the space. For example, niches and shelves can be integrated there.
In addition, for those who are a lover of decoration, the kitchen counter becomes the perfect space to exhibit collections. Of course, we couldn’t help but talk about enlightenment. After all, it is capable of transforming a space.
Therefore, if you want to know amazing tricks to decorate and optimize your kitchen counter, read this story to the end!
Nichos
In addition to decorative, niches are essential to maintain the organization of an environment. In breaking, they also facilitate access to things we use most in the kitchen. So having it in this room is very important. And if you are wondering where to put it, the next image will show you!
On the other hand, if the counter is closed with closet, such as a kind of island, do not worry. After all, planned joinery will always be in your favor. As a result, it is much easier to plan a corner to exhibit the wines, the recipe books and decorative articles.
If you like to grow plants and prioritize a more natural and less industrialized diet, I bet you will love the next idea. The goal here is to have a niche that would become a vegetable garden in the kitchen. Thus, when cooking, your seasoning will be 100% organic and with a care that only you know.
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Lighting
Lighting is one of the most important components in the kitchen. After all, you can’t cook in the dark, can you? Investing in luminaires is never too much. In this case, the niche embedded in the wall gained small LED lights that give prominence to the decorative space and create a more cozy environment for those who are in the stools.
On the other hand, for those who like to squander personality, the ideal is to bet on the luminaires. Whether in industrial, rustic or handmade style, surely this item will make all the difference in the kitchen counter. Mesclaring the heights offers the feeling of depth to the environment. It is perfect for those who have a small kitchen.
The time has passed when the lighting was exclusively made on the ceiling. Environments with a modern and elegant style have low light references. In this case, residents bet on LEDs under the counter. As a result, the coating was highlighted.
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Coatings for kitchen counter
Do not just choose the most beautiful coating in the store to make the kitchen counter. First of all, it is necessary to define its usefulness. For example, if the purpose is to serve as a support, it is important that the material is resistant. After all, the kitchen is also considered a wet area.
However, if you are a wood lover and do not give it up in your kitchen, the suggestion is to make a counter two in one. That is, a part made of stone that can be wet and is more resistant and another part made of wood that serves as a table.
To increase in the decoration, you can insert an LED strip in the wood that goes from floor to ceiling, as in the previous example. Or bet on the luminaires that are your style. What is worth is creativity and that your house has traces of your personality scattered throughout the decoration.
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Top part
Until now, we have seen that the upper part of the kitchen counter was used as a space for lighting. However, there are other alternatives. Especially for those who complain that there is no more room to store the pots and pots. In this case, a small cupboard was enough to meet the needs of the residents.
On the other hand, if you like sophistication, how about having a suspended bar? But, be careful when requesting a budget for this type of joinery. It is not enough just to give the measures, it is necessary to inform professionals about the purpose of the mobile. As a result, they will know of a type of wood that is more resistant to withstand the weight of the bottles.
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Kitchen counter with wheels
Have you ever thought of a piece of your kitchen counter simply if it came loose? It is not on the negative side, but the kind of smart joinery has come to camouflage and save space in many homes. In this case, under the counter is stored a kind of sofa so that the residents have lunch in this space but that the seats do not occupy space on a daily basis.
On the other hand, if you are the type who makes a mess when cooking, then you need more space than normal. As a result, the best option is to invest in a kitchen counter with wheels. Thus it will be possible to take it to all corners of the room and even to others in the house. However, do not forget to do it with the same coatings as other furniture so that the environment is harmonious, combined?
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Minimalist style
Also, if in your home lacks space for a kitchen counter, do not worry. It is possible to have a super functional countertop even if it is the width of a wall. Also, to give the sense of amplitude, it needs to be leaked underneath. As a result, the benches will be stored below and will occupy less space visually.
Coatings
Although the planned joinery will be great for optimizing the space and creating a customized model, there are other coatings that can transform the environment.
With this in mind, the architects Karina Alonso, a partner at SCA Jardim Europa, in São Paulo, and Danielle Dantas and Paula Passos, associates of the Dantas & Passos Arquitetura office talked a little about cladding options for floors and walls.
Granito
Black granite counter. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest One of the most common materials for kitchen tops is granite. After all, the material offers beauty and durability of a natural stone. However, pores must be closed so that there is no accumulation of dirt. “The material is very successful, since it has a good cost x benefit. In order not to absorb liquid or stain, waterproofing is welcome,” explains Karina Alonso, from SCA Jardim Europa.
Porcelainanate
Kitchen with island diagonally in porcelain tiles. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest On the other hand, porcelain tile is more common in bathroom countertops. It can also be used in the kitchen. However, there are limits of dimensions of the pieces. As a result, it derails the larger benches without amendments. According to companies that perform the service, the ideal is to bet on plates of greater thickness, such as 2 cm. The thinner versions are contraindicated.
Nanoglass
Kitchen counter of white nanoglass. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest Made from glass powder with resin, the nanoglass has high durability and low absorption index, so it does not stain easily. “In contrast, it is only found with finish in gloss, does not withstand high temperatures and needs specialized labor to be manufactured and thus avoid cracks”, reveals the architect Paula Passos.
Marble blemor
Countertop in wave shape made of marble. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest Marble is a stone that offers a much more elegant look to the place. But you need to be careful, since it is porous and can more easily stain in daily use. Therefore, professionals advise avoiding use in the kitchen, especially if the environment has an intense use.
Corian
Round Balon of Corian. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest The architects of the Dantas & Steps Architecture explain that the Corian is a solid synthetic resin compound and other items produced by DuPont. “The material can be easily molded, unlike other more rigid stones. With this, it is easier to achieve results of curved or organic shapes with differentiated designs. The best thing is that there are no amendments, making it possible to create a unique piece of diverse colors”, reveals Danielle Dantas. However, the disadvantage of this material is the very high cost. It is recommended not to place hot objects on its surface, as it may stain and need specialized labor to remove the stain.
Silestone and Dekton
Kitchen coating of Silestone and Dekton. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest The two stones are made with high technology. Therefore, it will be necessary to disburse a higher value to have them. On the other hand, the material offers a greater strength and durability, when compared to other coatings. Silestone is made by about 94% quartz, which results in incredible durability and endurance. With different thicknesses, this makes it possible to meet different needs, from floors to countertops and use on walls. “As nothing is perfect, its cost ends up being higher, but it is very worthwhile because it lasts a long time,” says Karina. On the other hand, Dekton is a material that mixes raw materials used in the manufacture of glass, porcelain and quartz surfaces. It is highly resistant to scratches and is not porous. It can have different forms of use, from floors, walls, countertops or swimming pools. “It is a material that combines aesthetics and strength, it can reproduce the look of other materials such as corten steel, cement, concrete and marble,” says Karina Alonso.
Stainless Steel
Kitchen counter in stainless steel. Source: Reproduction / Pinterest Stainless steel is very popular and offers a bold and modern design to the environment. In addition, the material is very suitable for the kitchen counter because it is shielded against heat and bacteria. You need to be careful when your cut, because it can scratch. You should also be extra careful in cleaning due to the ease of mansing it. Another disadvantage is its high cost.
Madeira
Finally, traditional wood is most often used in contemporary or rustic decorating styles.
“But remember to research a harder wood and I still recommend that you make a protective base. The material is not resistant to contact with water and heat,” reveals architect Danielle Dantas.
About SCA Garden Europe
With more than a decade of experience in the luxury and custom furniture segment, the architect Karina Alonso and the administrator Fabio Alonso idealized a noble space of the SCA brand in São Paulo, the Brazilian capital of decoration.
The store offers complete and exclusive solutions to furnish residential and corporate environments with design and quality.
The SCA has been part of the furniture segment since 1967. Always highlighted by design and quality, the company located in Bento Gonçalves, in Serra Gaúcha, Brazil, has the most advanced equipment for the furniture industry.
With state-of-the-art technology, the brand consolidates itself in the high standard furniture market offering products for kitchens, dormitories, closets, bathrooms, laundromats, home theaters and home offices, in addition to the most varied corporate environments.
SCA Garden Europe
Avenida Europa, 669 – Jardim Europa, São Paulo
(11) 3088-0606
www.cajdeuropa.com.br
@scajdeuropa
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