Another way to beat the space at the window: window sill in the interior

Sometimes, the rejection of a standard window sill may be an entirely appropriate idea to make a living room more practical, interesting and original. For example, such a detail as a window-sill is a universal option in the interior that perfectly copes with its functional and aesthetic tasks not only in the kitchen, but also in other rooms - a bedroom, a living room, a bathroom, a balcony, a corridor. Let us consider in more detail examples of the introduction of such an element in an apartment.

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How to beat space beautifully? Several basic options for placing the window sill as a table

  • if the window is near the corner zone of the room, you can install a window sill that smoothly passes into the wall. In this case, the window sill serves as a table, at which it is convenient to carry out work or to have a meal. And if you choose the right material and configuration, a modest compact room can be turned into a cute cozy corner;

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  • if the window is located in the center of the room, it will be advisable to purchase a window sill with great depth. By placing racks on the sides, you get the effect of a built-in window in the work area, where the window sill serves as a full worktop. This option is perfect for the student’s room;

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  • the use of a window sill as a countertop in the kitchen is very popular. You can install the design in the dining part, or you can make an element of the kitchen.

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Materials for countertops with window sill function: how to make the right choice?

With a wide variety of designs, it is very important to consider the quality of the material. The best option for the kitchen is a moisture resistant material - MDF or other moisture resistant coatings. Structures made of modern polymers that perfectly imitate natural stone surfaces - marble, malachite look noble and spectacular.

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A more expensive option is a tabletop made of natural granite or marble. Such a product will give the interior a luxurious look.

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If you plan to implement this idea in a country house, it will be very appropriate to make a colorful wood worktop.

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Sill-countertop in the kitchen

In a small or narrow kitchen, it is especially important to correctly plan the space. Designers advise equipping this room so that each zone is functional and effective for the owners. In this case, the window sill is also better to use to the maximum. It is strongly not recommended to overload one part of the room, and leave the second free. Consider several ideas for organizing space:

  • a very stylish and aesthetically pleasing window sill looks like a tabletop, which smoothly passes into the kitchen;

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  • under the windowsill-tabletop you can build in the necessary household appliances;

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  • in a narrow kitchen it will be good to hang wall cabinets around the window, as if fully integrating it into the workspace;

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  • to save space in a small kitchen, it is better to design a tabletop-windowsill as a dining area;

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  • a practical solution is to install a folding stand, which is especially true for small rooms. During cooking, the main part of the countertop can be lowered down so as not to interfere with the process, and then returned to its original position before a meal;
  • a similar design looks very impressive and harmonious in the kitchen with panoramic large windows throughout the wall;

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  • in its own way, a part of the tabletop-windowsill will look beautiful and original in a small elevation right next to the window frame. This design is very similar to a classic windowsill.

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We turn the window sill into a table: a comfortable organization of the workplace in the nursery and other rooms

Have you been dreaming of organizing a study in a room or putting a coffee table, but do not have enough free space? And here the window sill as a countertop is the best solution to the problem.In fact, using a similar design, you can organize a very functional and practical work area. Place shelves and racks on both sides of the window, and put the computer, books, folders, papers and other necessary items on the windowsill itself, which now serves as a full-fledged table.

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Sill-countertop in the living room

In the living room, resourceful designers often prefer to use this technique. A tabletop window sill can serve as a great place to decorate a room with interesting compositions from flower pots or other valuable accessories. And right under the countertop you can organize open shelving, bedside tables with doors or a nice chest of drawers with drawers.

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Sill-countertop on the balcony or loggia

Another modern solution is a window-sill on the balcony. And here, experts offer several variations of the arrangement: you can organize a dining area, turning the balcony corner into an interesting gazebo, or you can fill the narrow space with a new worktop. If there is very little free space on the balcony, an optimal solution would be to install a hinged structure.

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Window sill in the bathroom

If the bathroom has a window structure, you can install the window sill under the sink. This design technique will refresh the interior and make your bathroom refined and original.

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Countertop instead of window sill in bedroom

Many scenarios exist for the bedroom. Such a design can perfectly cope with the function of a dressing table, and can smoothly go to the head of the bed. To decorate the room in the best way will be beautiful tables on both sides of the bed.

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A sill-countertop is always a spectacular and practical solution for both small rooms and spacious rooms. Since this idea is not so widely used in ordinary apartments, it is quite problematic to get ready-made designs of the necessary parameters, materials and shapes. But this should not become an obstacle to the implementation of such a practical and interesting technique, because the window sill-countertop can always be bought to order.

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