When choosing a desk for a computer and its size, you must first of all know what computer options there are. There is a huge variety of them, depending on the expediency of use. Conventionally, you can make a division into products for personal use in the apartment, and for work in the office. But whatever they are for, they are divided into:

• Wooden;
• Made of metal;
• Plastic.

Wooden ones are usually made from wood-based materials (chipboard). The chipboard tabletop must be of sufficient thickness, at least a centimeter. The surface must be smooth, aesthetically pleasing, with protection material from the resins impregnated with the chipboard.

Metal and plastic, like wood, have different styles, shapes, and colors. All their diversity has one thing in common: configuration, which depends on location. There are only two types of standards: rectangular and angular.

Depending on where the table will be located, select the desired type of shape. When choosing sizes computer desk there are many factors to consider. First of all – height. There is some difference in different models and styles.

But our health depends on the correct, comfortable position of the body while working at the computer. You need to find the right combination of table and chair heights. If there is a special computer chair, then this somehow already solves the problem.

Although the adjustable height of the chair is not always comfortable for the legs. Therefore, it is very important to choose the correct table height. This determines what position your back will be in: whether you will get tired more often, or whether you will sit comfortably for a long time.

The correct position of the back will provide a guarantee against diseases associated with incorrect posture. In addition, the vision of a person working at a computer depends on the height of the product. A correctly selected viewing angle will ensure maximum comfortable conditions for work.

The best option: The top edge of the monitor should be just above your eyes. If the screen is positioned low, neck problems may occur over time. If the position is too high, overstrain of the eye muscles may occur. After all, you often have to work for hours.

It is estimated that on average modern man spends approximately 50 hours a week at the computer. It's a lot. Therefore, the height of the table and the location of the monitor in relation to the eyes and posture of a person play a big role for a person working at a computer.

In addition, when choosing a standard computer option, you must also take into account the size of the room where it will be located. Consider in advance where it will be located: near a wall, a window, in the corner of the room? Depending on the taste of the buyer and the future location, the choice is made. At the same time, we must remember that right choice size affects:

• On well-being;
• Health;
• Moral satisfaction;
• Work capacity and rest.

Consciously choosing right size, a person changes his destiny in better side. This is not an exaggeration. For example, the distance at which the monitor is located from the eyes plays an important role.

It is believed that the most useful distance is from 40 to 75 cm. Within these boundaries, from our eyes, there is a comfortable location of the monitor screen. This means that the table must be selected taking this factor into account.

These include computer options of an exclusive form, usually made to order. They can be made from different materials, have unique shapes: rectangular, square, and also combined For non-standard types computer products These include options with shelving, with a variety of shelves and drawers, as well as those with add-ons and cabinets.

A feature of such products is greater comfort and convenience. Consequently, more emphasis is placed on practicality and health benefits. Such a table can be matched to any room, no matter what size it is: small or large, narrow or more spacious.

In addition, there may be adjustable table tops, monitor stands, and legs. Combined with an adjustable chair, you get a universal computer work station for the whole family: adults and children.

A custom-made computer desk will decorate the apartment, its main attribute of comfort: a working environment and relaxation. Such non-standard options are also found in regular sales. They can be distinguished by their characteristic features:

• Versatility;
• Convenience;
• Additional accessories.

Let's consider the possible sizes of some non-standard computer products.

They are good because they save space and create additional convenience. The combination of a computer desk with a cabinet and shelves, with racks is a good solution in a small space. He reached out his hand and took the necessary book, notebook, without leaving the table. It saves time and is convenient.

Let such a computer item take up a little more space than a regular one. But it is universal and combines two pieces of furniture at once: a table and a kind of bookcase.

Dimensions of computer desks with drawers and shelves

These options are also multifunctional and convenient. Their size may vary. It all depends on whether the table is rectangular or intended to stand in the corner. Naturally, the corner computer version with additional shelves and drawers takes up more space. But this more than compensates for the versatility of the product and the resulting conveniences: an option combined with a desk and a bedside table for various accessories.

Tables vary in height and purpose. There are models for sitting on chairs, on the floor, and for standing work. The optimal height of the product depends on these indicators, as well as on the height and dimensions of the person. It is advisable for children to buy a table “for growth” so that they do not have to repeat the purchase every two to three years. An adjustable model is also available. The main problem in choosing a comfortable table for the whole family may be the difference in height. Height-adjustable chairs can solve the problem. But you need to take into account the fact that it is easier for people to adapt to a low table than to a too high one. Placement also matters: furniture of different heights is selected for the living room, kitchen and other rooms. It is advisable to buy the most universal models so that they last as long as possible, regardless of the load and other nuances.

Selection rules

When buying a table, first of all you need to pay attention to the height indicator. There are a number of recommendations as to what this parameter should be. But there are no universal standards for all products; it all depends on their purpose. Before purchasing, you should consult with the seller regarding the height of the furniture and tell him your own parameters. If the table is designed to be used with chairs, then it should be comfortable to keep your elbows on the surface. You can find furniture with adjustable heights on sale. It is designed for children of primary school and preschool age. It is recommended to buy furniture that will provide a comfortable and correct posture. If the dining table is intended for the living room, then it is better to take taller models to make it more convenient to cross your legs. If you do not pay enough attention to the choice of height, health problems may arise:

• rachiocampsis;
• joint pain;
• blurred vision.

Height depending on purpose

Tables can be coffee tables, massage tables, writing tables, kitchen tables, dining tables, and computer tables. Some are designed for a sitting position, while others are designed for standing. The dining table is selected depending on the height of the person and the height of the chairs. For a working kitchen table, a height of 87-97 cm will be comfortable for people with a height of 155-200 cm. This is the best option, taking into account the difference in height characteristics, however, if we take into account the average figure, a table with a height of 84-85 cm will suit the widest category of people . A coffee table is ideally a few centimeters higher than the seats of sofas and armchairs. Written ones are made mainly inclined. They are more convenient to write on if we are talking about several hours of continuous work. Children of primary school age (7-11 years old) are recommended to buy just such tables.

Kitchen table

The key parameter for choosing the ideal work surface height is height. If this figure is below one and a half meters, then the height of the tabletop is selected within 75-80 cm. Tables 5 cm higher, 80-85 cm from the ground, are suitable for people with a height of 150-160 cm. Most people are between 160 and 180 cm tall. Most manufacturers focus specifically on such anthropometric indicators and produce kitchen tables with a height of 85 to 92 cm. It will be convenient for both men and women to work on such a surface. For those who are taller than 180, but below 195 cm, furniture with a tabletop at 95-100 cm is suitable. For tall people from 195-200 cm and above optimal solution Special order will be processed. Since family members have different heights, you need to calculate the average and buy a table that matches these parameters, but with an advantage in favor of the one who spends more time in the kitchen.

When choosing a work table for cooking, you may get the false impression that its height is ideal, so be sure to find out the exact height.

It can be placed:

• in the kitchen;
• in the living room;
• on the summer terrace.

The height of this piece of furniture can be comfortable for everyone, since the difference in height when sitting is not so noticeable. In a sitting position, it is important that your knees are comfortable, your body rests, and your legs can be stretched at least a little. It is recommended to choose among tables with a height of about 70-75 cm. This figure is ideal for average height. There is a simple formula for determining the preferred size of a dining table: your own height in centimeters is multiplied by the standard height of the products (75), after which the result is divided by the height that manufacturers are guided by (165). For a person of average height (170), the final result will be 77.3 cm. In the process of selecting a dining table, priority is given to the smaller indicator for convenient use by people of shorter stature. Special seats are selected for small children.

There are separate parameters for children and adults. Furniture for an adult should be combined with his height and physique. For a child, it is better to purchase a table with adjustable height. The surface of these products is made inclined. First of all, this applies to children's tables. In the 20th century, experts developed standards, compliance with which is necessary to maintain the health of the spine. With a height of 175-183 cm, the ideal table height is 70-80 cm. A low table (up to 600 mm) is recommended for short people (150-160 cm). For tall people (190-200 cm), furniture with a height of 850 to 900 mm is suitable. The executive's desk should have drawers and maintain sufficient space underfoot. In addition, a sliding keyboard surface may be required. The standard height takes into account all these factors and is 75 cm. However, if a person is taller than 190-195 centimeters, a special order will be required.

Modern people follow it a large number of time. If the table is too low, you will have to bend over, and if it is too high, you will overload your neck. It is recommended to select furniture based on the basic rules of maintaining healthy posture. Your back should be kept straight with a slight bend forward, and your shoulders should be straightened. The elbows must be left in the air, and the rest of the forearm, accordingly, on the surface. The ideal height for the tabletop is 5-7 cm below the solar plexus. Keep your feet correctly on the floor, in a level position, without lifting. The knees must be bent at an angle of 90°. You need to look at the screen from top to bottom. A properly configured computer desk ensures that all of these criteria are met. This prevents diseases of the musculoskeletal system and increases work comfort and efficiency. The standard height will suit the vast majority of people, and only very short or tall people will need to make a special order.

To choose the ideal option, you need to measure the height of the seats next to which this piece of furniture will be located. There are no clear rules regarding the ideal parameters of a coffee table. It is recommended to buy a table slightly higher than the seats, but some modern designers disagree with this and insist that it can only match their height or be lower. There are state standards with completely different criteria. According to them, the manufacturer is obliged to make the height such that the product can withstand the expected load. The famous architect Le Corbusier paid attention to such a factor as ease of use in a sitting position. Another technical rule recommends maintaining a ratio between the height and size of the tabletop: large area the surface corresponds to a low support and vice versa.

Recently, transforming coffee tables have become popular, the adjustable height of which leaves the buyer with several options for using them.

To conduct a massage session, it is necessary to create comfortable conditions for the employee. The height of the table affects the force of impact and, accordingly, the quality of the service. The standard height indicator is in the range from 70 to 80 cm. It is designed for a massage therapist of average height - 170-180 cm. When choosing a table, you need to start from the average figure regarding physique and height, but if there are tall workers (from 185 cm), then it is recommended purchase models with adjustable height. Massage tables are relatively low - from 55 to 90 cm. The larger the adjustable range, the better. Variable height tables are based on electric or hydraulic system. The master will be able to adjust the parameters independently: the table should not be higher than the bottom point of the fist of the lowered hand, but also not lower than the fingertips of the palm.

Table for preschool children

• children of primary preschool age (3-4 years);
• middle group (4-5 years);
• children of senior preschool age (5-7 years).

They usually play on the floor, but a small table will help prepare them for the learning environment in schools. Since children grow quickly, it is necessary to buy copies with an adjustable tabletop height. The table should have a slope and a small stand so that the child can draw and play with the tablet. The height of all children's tables is approximately between 37 and 60 centimeters. This “corridor” corresponds to a height of 80-140 cm. In most cases, parents buy tables for children of older preschool age, that is, 5-7 years old. The optimal location of the tabletop will be 48 cm from the floor, and the chair - 28 cm. It is important that the child develops correctly, otherwise the table will only cause harm. You need to try everything on yourself, because there are no special models for sale for preschoolers, but only for certain age limits.

Table for schoolchildren

Tables with tabletops at a level of 53-75 cm from the floor are suitable for schoolchildren. There are two types of tables: desks and more versatile furniture with additional sections. The first type has an inclined tabletop. Such furniture is intended for junior classes. It has an adjustable height. For some modifications, the inclination of the tabletop also changes. Universal ones are bought for children over 10-11 years old, but you can also find low models for 7 years of age. Some of them can also increase in height. There are many tables on sale with add-ons: sections, shelves and drawers. Transforming models with the function of “transforming” from a desk into a work table, as well as special orthopedic models, are sold. For teenagers aged 13-15 years, a table for an adult may be suitable. You should use a height-adjustable chair with it. However, your feet must touch the floor entirely.

Choosing a table and chair according to the child’s height

If your height is less than 80 centimeters, then you need to purchase products with table tops at 34 cm and seats at 17 cm from the floor. For children above 80 and below 90 cm, tables and chairs with a height of 38 and 20 cm, respectively, are selected. If the height is more than 90 cm, but less than a meter, then the ideal indicators would be 43 cm for a table and 24 cm for a chair. If the child is taller than a meter and shorter than 115 cm, then a 28 cm chair and a 48 cm table will suit him. If a child is 115-119 centimeters tall, he needs a tabletop at a level of 52-54 cm from the floor and a seat higher than 30 and lower than 32 cm. If he is 120-129 cm tall, he needs to purchase tables with a height of 52-54 cm and chairs with seats at a level 32-35 cm from the floor. If the height is between 130 and 139 cm, you need a table and chair with a height of 60-62 and 36-38 cm, respectively. Boys over 14 years old should buy a table with adult parameters - for a height of 165-177 cm.

Height-adjustable tables

They are also called mechanical. Such models help save money. They are intended for several purposes. Firstly, schoolchildren and preschool children can follow them for many years homework. In addition, “adult” tables will be adjustable depending on height and needs. Mechanical furniture may have X-shaped legs that allow for easy height adjustment. Some models are equipped with a telescopic mechanism: to change the height of the vertical supports, you need to hold the tabletop on both sides. It's less convenient option. There are also electronic and retractable mechanisms. Using any of these devices, you can not only adjust the height from the floor, but also change appearance or a set of functions, for example, turning a coffee table into a dining table. All products have a small minus - maximum load limited to 30-45 kilograms.
There are many more advantages. Among them:

1. Practicality. They can be used in different rooms and for various purposes.
2. Space saving due to the compactness of the product.
3. Comfort and versatility. The table can be customized at your discretion.

Conclusion

Desks usually have a standard height, taking into account the average height. Standing surfaces tend to be higher. But there are exceptions: the massage table can be adjusted and made quite low - about 55 cm from the floor. The height of the working kitchen surface and dining table is selected depending on the parameters of the shorter person. At the same time, desks, computer tables and desks are selected based on the needs of a tall person. Height-adjustable chairs compensate for the inconvenience. The standard height of office desks is 75 cm. This also applies to other furniture for use with chairs. But Special attention You need to pay attention to choosing a children's table. To work efficiently and quickly, your child needs a comfortable table with various accessories. Orthopedic chairs will help maintain posture.

Always the same. Previously, human height was not taken into account, and with different physical parameters housewives had to be content with the standard tabletop level. Now architects and stylists when planning working area The ergonomics of the space and the height of the person who will manage this kitchen are taken into account.

Main areas of the kitchen unit

Ergonomics not only helps to properly plan areas in the room, but also prevents problems with well-being and health. After all, if a person who is taller than 180 cm works at a low tabletop, then he will eventually develop back problems. Shorter people will experience inconvenience while preparing food.

However, height depends not only on a person’s physical characteristics, but also on the functions assigned to him. When planning a kitchen, the following technological zones are distinguished:

• food processing area;
• washing area;
• serving area;
• hob;
• dinner Zone.

Each tabletop should be the right size for convenience. But it’s unlikely that anyone will dare to undertake such an experiment, and it’s completely inconvenient to plan a multi-stage set. The height of the desktop determines the level of all other zones, because this is the place that the housewife uses most often. In order to spend your time cooking as comfortably as possible, several factors should be taken into account when ordering a kitchen set.

Headset height

Considering that most work in the kitchen is done while standing, it would be useful to take into account the height of the person who most often conjures the preparation of dishes. With a standard solution, when all family members are involved in cooking, it is better to choose the best option that suits everyone. The most comfortable height will be from 85 to 91 cm. The ratio is taken so that the edge of the table top rests on a place just below the waist.

If kitchen set is selected for a specific person, the working height should take into account his parameters as much as possible:

• So, with a small height, no higher than 160 cm, the tabletop is installed at a level of 82 cm from the floor. At a higher position, the body receives increased stress, and convenience and comfort are significantly reduced.
• If your height is from 160 to 180 cm, you need to raise the tabletop to 91 cm.
• For tall people who are taller than 180 cm, the set is made at a height of 94 cm.

The calculations given are purely theoretical. Perhaps the recommended desktop height will not suit some people. Therefore, you need to experiment with it in a furniture showroom before placing an order.

Correlation of kitchen set parameters

When selecting kitchen furniture, the first question is: how high should the work table be? Undoubtedly, the height of the person and the location of the tabletop are taken into account. But for a harmonious arrangement and convenience when cooking, you should take into account the ratio of other measurements. So, the lower cabinets will be comfortable if they reach the bottom of a person’s waist, then the upper ones should not be raised either. At arm's length, without effort, the hostess should reach them with her hand. But being too low will cause inconvenience, and accidental head injuries and bruises are possible when bending over.

Physiological feasibility

It has long been proven that optimal sizes and proper placement of kitchen areas greatly reduce physical energy costs when cooking. During experiments, the developers of furniture standards found that when vertical arrangement during cooking, half as much muscle effort is used as during the same work, but in an uncomfortable, bent position.

If the tabletop is too high, not only does discomfort arise, but your hands also become very tired. Cooking becomes an uncomfortable task and feels like too much work. Therefore, the standard desktop height is not suitable for everyone. The measurements are calculated for a person whose height is 165 cm. Only in this case can you purchase a ready-made kitchen set without changing its technical parameters.

Height depends on the work performed

If we consider the ideal height of the working surface, then the indicators should vary depending on the work being performed. It has been proven that various kitchen operations can be conveniently performed on different heights. Although rarely does anyone decide on a multi-level set, it is useful to know what the height of the working surface of the table and other technological areas should be.

The main area for cutting and processing products is used most often. Statistically, this is where a significant amount of work happens in the kitchen. For comfortable cooking, you need to have a space large enough to cut up meat, fish, knead dough or make cutlets.

Work on this surface is carried out with some effort. Therefore, the height of the table top that is most convenient for hand movements will be located at a level just above the waist.

Washing area

To determine the optimal height for the sink, a specially developed formula is used. It is necessary to measure the height from the floor to the arm bent at the elbow. The size of the fist is subtracted from the obtained value, and the required size is displayed. With this approach, while washing dishes, the person’s back has a comfortable physiological position and does not strain. The arms are bent at right angles, with the palms clearly located at the level of the washing area.

If the sink is installed taking into account the given formula, the housewife will put in less effort and, accordingly, will not get tired so quickly. Of course, not everyone kitchen space allows you to install a multi-level set. If space is limited, then the wide part of the sink often takes over the functions of the working surface. In this case, they are placed on the same level, choosing middle option height.

Hob

Increasingly, housewives prefer installing a hob over standard stoves. In this case, you need to wisely choose its location and the appropriate height.

To make it convenient to interact with pots and pans, the burners are located no higher than 82 cm from the floor. In this case, even if a person is taller than average, you should not place hot utensils too high. When positioning the hob, it is important to consider other factors. When installing a hood, the required space to its edge should be about 70 cm. This is required by the safety of using the unit and technological standards. It should also be taken into account that the height of the desktop tabletop to the edge of the wall cabinets cannot be lower than 45 cm. Otherwise, it will not only be inconvenient, but the headset may also be damaged.

Using technological tricks

Unfortunately, not everyone has spacious kitchens where all the recommendations for a harmonious arrangement can be taken into account. In this case, it is better to use small tricks that will transform the space. If there is not enough space, you can design retractable tabletops. In order not to be tormented by the question of what desktop height is more convenient when using a headset different people with different parameters, you can use thick cutting boards.

Many people prefer to do most of their work while sitting comfortably on a chair. Therefore, the bar counter and high chairs will be able to change the required height when various works. If necessary, the dining table can be used to perform certain operations that require more space.

Conclusion

A standard kitchen set, taking into account all the technological nuances and fashion trends, depends on the desires and capabilities of the buyer. But working on an individually selected surface, taking into account a person’s height, greatly facilitates difficult everyday work and reduces the load on the muscles of the back, arms and legs.

Ergonomics deals with the optimization of workplaces in order to ensure maximum efficiency labor. If we take it more broadly, it is responsible for convenience and comfort. An ergonomic kitchen should allow owners to prepare food with minimal time, without getting physically tired. And, of course, without the risk of injury. We have to take into account cooking technologies and understand the peculiarities of human physiology and psychology. Universal kitchen ergonomics and creating an individual comfortable environment for a specific person or the whole family is the topic of our article.

There are generally accepted rules for designing furniture; with their help, you can create an environment in which any person will feel more or less comfortable. But people are different, they lead their lives differently, and have physical characteristics and habits unique to them. A standard solution that is considered convenient will not always be the best for a particular person. Arranging own kitchen, it’s worth thinking about how you prepare your food. And how this process could be improved and facilitated if the situation were organized differently. Individual ergonomic design is not a luxury, but a way to reduce cooking time, preserve health and create a good mood.

An ergonomic kitchen is comfortable, allows you to cook food faster without getting tired

Everything according to the mind: rational kitchen layout

The basis of an ergonomic kitchen - convenient layout and the arrangement of furniture, taking into account the cooking technology. We cook basically like this: take a piece of meat (fish, vegetables) out of the refrigerator, wash (clean), cut (crumb), put in a frying pan (in a pan, on a baking sheet). The path of most products: refrigerator - sink - cutting board- plate. You just need to arrange the kitchen equipment and furniture without confusing their sequence. If in a linear kitchen you place a stove between the refrigerator and the sink, the housewife is forever doomed to unnecessary manipulations, which will certainly cause inconvenience and irritation.

It doesn't matter in what configuration the furniture will be arranged. In one line, L-shaped or P-shape. The main thing is to observe the technologically determined sequence in the arrangement of equipment

As for the size of the zones: the larger the better. A large refrigerator, a two-compartment sink with a “wing”, a food preparation (cutting) area 90-120 cm long and a full-size cooker are the ideal solution. Alas, in domestic conditions, the size of the room limits the flight of imagination. The inhabitants of “Khrushchev” apartments have no choice: the refrigerator, provided there is a table, often has to be taken out into the corridor or hallway, because in a kitchen with an area of ​​6 m2 there is simply no room for it.

Functional layout kitchen furniture must correspond to food preparation technology

Options for arranging furniture and appliances in a standard kitchen with an area of ​​12 m2

When planning a kitchen, it is necessary to take into account recommendations for both the height of individual furniture elements and the width of passages

Optimal length of working area

Let's calculate what, in our opinion, a convenient length of the kitchen front should be. It will consist of the following elements:

• Standard refrigerator - 60 cm.
• Sink - 80 cm. A smaller one (60 cm) will not be so convenient. The “trough” will take about 35-40 cm, and the remaining 20-25 cm for the “wing” will be too small. The sink wing is used not only for storing unwashed dishes, but also for preliminary preparation of food. You should not place the sink close to the refrigerator; it is advisable to step back at least 10 cm.
• Product preparation (cutting) area - from 90 cm.
• Standard size slab - 60 cm.

As a result, we gained 300 cm. This almost corresponds to the capabilities modern apartments or “brezhnevok” of increased comfort, if the furniture is arranged in an L-shape. You can “tighten up” by reducing the width of the cutting area and the distance from the stove to the refrigerator. You can get by with a 50-centimeter stove.

One of the possible options for distributing elements of the kitchen work area. For those who cook a lot at home, we recommend making the food preparation area much wider than in the diagram. It’s better to give up a separate zone for additional household appliances, placing a kettle and coffee maker between the sink and the stove. If necessary, the equipment can be rearranged, freeing up space for “big” cooking

The role of an additional or main place for cooking can be played by an “island”, if, of course, there is a place for it. The island should be the same height as the main work area. Given its sufficient dimensions, it is extremely convenient to cook on it, but when transferring food from the island to the sink or stove, something will definitely fall or spill on the floor.

The kitchen island can simultaneously serve work surface, dining table and bar counter. Its height should be the same as that of the tabletop

If there is not enough space

What should owners do? small apartments, where there is a catastrophic lack of space for full-fledged kitchen furniture and appliances, and it is impossible to make an improving redevelopment? We offer the following solutions:

• Place the refrigerator outside the kitchen: in the hallway or hallway. If, of course, there is a place for him there. This will allow you to install a full-size stove and sink, leaving enough space for preparation and cutting and a kitchen table for two or three people. True, in big family a housewife who is actively involved in cooking may, over time, regret the choice she made, walking with pots through narrow corridor past the husband, children and dog to the refrigerator.

Arranging furniture in a tiny apartment is always a search for compromise. In this case, when planning the kitchen, they “sacrificed” the wardrobe in the hallway by placing a refrigerator there. This made it possible to at least slightly expand the working surface of the kitchen and set up a dining table for not two, but three people.

• Use the kitchen table for big cooking. A small area of ​​30-40 cm at the work front is enough for preparing breakfast. If no one is sitting at the dining table at this time, it is a convenient and large place for cutting and cutting food, kneading dough, and serves as a kitchen “island”. However, it should be noted that the height standard table for breakfasts and lunches - 70-72 cm and working at it while standing will be extremely inconvenient. Not everyone will like cooking while sitting, but for standing work it is more comfortable when the table height is identical to the level of the kitchen countertop (90-95 cm). Chairs standard height They are not suitable for such a table, you need models of medium height.

The room is small, there was not enough space for a full dining table. Instead, they installed a half-bar table, which is a continuation of the tabletop

For a table that is identical in height to the tabletop, neither ordinary low nor too high bar stools are suitable. You will have to choose a chair of intermediate height - they are on sale, but in a smaller range. Bar stools with adjustable height seats are suitable

• “Bachelor kitchen” involves more free planning and distribution of elements of the work area. Usually there are people in the room at the same time one or two people During the cooking process, there are no numerous household members scurrying around. In a “bachelor kitchen,” you can even sacrifice a standard dining table in favor of a stylish bar counter, which will serve as additional work space. A table or counter can be installed under the window, this will free up the center of a small kitchen.

The window sill table allows you to have a normal breakfast, but takes up virtually no space

• Transformable furniture will help you get more functionality in a small area. In addition to sliding tables, there are retractable and folding tables.

On this small and very narrow kitchen only a retractable dining table fits, which is completely hidden under the tabletop after eating

Inside the transforming table (length varies from 20 to 150 cm) fits full set folding chairs

The folding table when folded does not take up any space in the room

Many kitchen furniture manufacturers offer retractable cutting boards.

Not enough space when cooking a lot - increase the kitchen work surface by pulling out an additional cutting board

• You can also build drawers into the base, storing infrequently used items.

A usually unused reserve for storing utensils is the base, where drawers can also be built in. They should be recessed relative to the main facade of the kitchen by 6-10 cm

How high should the tabletop be?

Incorrect choice height of the tabletop is fraught with overstrain of the back muscles and, as a result, excessive fatigue and constant pain in the lower back. The height of the kitchen working surface should be determined individually, in accordance with the height of the owners of the apartment or house.

In accordance with domestic standards, according to which standard furniture is still produced, the height of the kitchen countertop should be 85 cm. But GOST was developed in the 60s of the last century, when the average height of Soviet women was 157 cm. Today's ladies have “grown up” almost by 10 cm, and the younger generation continues to stretch even higher. Nowadays, even men, whose average height is 175 cm, do not disdain cooking. The low “grandmother’s” kitchen is no longer suitable for most contemporaries.

When determining a comfortable height for the kitchen work surface, it is necessary to take into account the differences in height between people

Fortunately, the architecture of modern modular kitchen furniture makes it possible to install the kitchen work surface at a height convenient for a particular family. Most European manufacturers produce lower tier cabinets with a height of 72 cm. The thickness of the table top is 3-4 cm. The height of the working area is set through the correct selection of supports, the height of which ranges from 10 to 18 cm. Moreover, the supports have an adjustable design, which allows you to increase the height further by 2 cm. We get a minimum height of 85 and a maximum of 96 cm with the ability to set any value within these parameters.

Standard legs for kitchen furniture have an adjustment range of 2 cm

How to choose the right kitchen countertop height for a specific person? We recommend taking a simple anthropometric measurement. While standing, bend your elbow at a right angle. The shoulder is vertical, the forearm is strictly horizontal. Open your palm and point it down. Measure the distance from the floor to your palm. Subtract 10-15 cm from the obtained value. This will be the height range of the kitchen countertop on which it will be convenient for this person to cook.

It is better to determine the ergonomic height of the working surface not so much by height as by the distance from the floor to the elbow. The optimum lies in the range of 10-15 cm below the elbow

Higher tabletop means more space for utensils

Not enough storage space kitchen utensils? With a high countertop, additional space can be found by making the lower cabinets higher than the standard size. For example, with a working area height of 94 cm and a table top of 4 cm, you can install low 10 cm legs. 80 cm remains, which is 8 cm more than the standard value. If the furniture is not standard, but is made to order, it is not difficult to make cabinets of increased height and this will have a slight effect on their cost. The only limitation is that you won’t be able to use standard panel doors with non-standard cabinets. It must be remembered that the base should fall about 8 cm relative to the front so as not to rest your feet on it.

Uneven-height work surface

When determining the height of the working surface, you may encounter two problems:

1. A work surface whose height is best suited for cutting and washing dishes will be inconvenient for manipulating a frying pan on a built-in stove. Especially if the hob is gas. Given the height of the pan and the grate above the burner (a total of 6-10 cm), the home cook will have to raise his elbow too high to stir and turn the contents. If you cook this way often, you may experience pain in your arm and spine. The solution is to lower the level of the countertop in the area where the hob is placed by about 8 cm. Or install a freestanding slab at the appropriate height. Unfortunately, such a solution is only possible if the kitchen is spacious enough.

From an ergonomic point of view, it is correct when a section of the table top with a built-in hob located below the main working area. Such a solution can only be implemented in large kitchen with a long front

1. It will not be possible to choose a perfectly comfortable tabletop height that is suitable for all family members who are interested in cooking if they differ noticeably in height. You will have to make a compromise, as a result of which short people will be a little high, and tall people will be short. This problem is solved by installing kitchen cabinets on transformable (adjustable using electric motors or pneumatic mechanisms) supports. He pressed a button - and the countertop, and with it the sink and stove, lowered or rose to a level convenient for the “kitchen duty officer.” Fantastically convenient, but still very expensive. However, “advanced” technologies are becoming cheaper. Transformable office desks have already moved from the category of exclusive exotics to standard equipment of the modern workplace. We hope that in a few years, prices for automatically height-adjustable kitchens will drop to an acceptable level.

It is difficult (possible, but, again, expensive) to make the connection of a height-adjustable tabletop to the wall airtight, so kitchen “islands” are often installed on supports with lifting mechanisms. Special flexible connections are produced for built-in gas stoves and sinks.

A work surface adjustable in height using servo drives is no longer a curiosity; such mechanisms are sold in Russia

The height-transformable tabletop is also good because it is equally convenient to study baking recipes (you need to raise the table higher), knead the dough (set it in the middle position) and roll it out with a rolling pin (lower it)

Ergonomics of base cabinets

• To store relatively small things, it is more convenient to use drawers rather than shelves - you don’t have to get down on your hands and knees to remove things from the far corners. It makes sense to store large kitchen appliances, like an air fryer, and perhaps heavy stacks of dishes on the shelves. The more often items are used, the higher they should be placed.

It is more convenient to store small items in drawers. Bulk products placed in transparent containers will take up less space and be easily accessible

It is also more practical to place pots and pans in drawers

• It is most convenient to store bottles and similar-sized items in a narrow pull-out basket closer to the stove.

Bottles and tall cans are always at hand in a narrow pull-out basket

• It is advisable that the width of the door of a hinged cabinet, especially one located under the sink, be at least 40 cm. Otherwise, it will be inconvenient to get anything out, and it will be even more difficult to service the sink drain. The width of the cabinet (and door) for the sink with the filter located under it should not be less than 60 cm.

The wider the door in the cabinet under the sink, the easier it is to service the equipment installed in it.

• Fashionable minimalist furniture handles protruding forward look impressive, but on lower cabinets they are not very convenient, especially in the cutting and washing area. An adult will rest his hips against their edges while cooking, and a naughty child may get a bump on his forehead.

The railing handles are unusually beautiful, but they will rest against the housewife’s stomach and thighs while washing dishes. A child who gets too playful may hit his head on the edge of such a handle.

Hidden kitchen handles, which are horizontal slits in the doors, are injury-proof

Modern solutions for upper cabinets

The standard distance at which it was previously recommended to place upper cabinets above the countertop level is 50 cm. However, today, for many, a half-meter clearance seems insufficient and cabinets are hung higher, 60-65 cm from the work surface. Undoubtedly, this is more convenient, especially when there is equipment on the countertop: an electric kettle, food processor etc. However, it should be taken into account that due to the cabinets being hung too high, the access area without a stepladder is reduced.

Hinged doors on upper cabinets with standard hinges that open at an angle of 90º or slightly more are potentially hazardous. When you're caught up in the process of cooking, it's easy to miss open door and bump into its corner, getting a bump or, even worse, a black eye. Hinged doors equipped with full opening hinges, allowing the door to be opened to an angle of up to 180º, are safe if used correctly. A fully open door does not stick forward, it is parallel to the front. True, it overlaps adjacent cabinets, so it is impossible to open adjacent doors. However, the need for this arises rarely. Our advice: if the doors in the upper cabinets are designed to open to the side, at a minimum, it is worth equipping the dryer with special hinges - it is used most often.

A special hinge allows you to open the door to an angle of 180º, thanks to which it is located parallel to the cabinets, and does not stick out perpendicular to the furniture front

Another injury-safe way to open doors is up. They can swing open or move. Sliding doors almost do not protrude relative to the plane of the facades; it is impossible to bump into them. Swings should be positioned so that they are above the head of the home cook.

Upper cabinets equipped with hinged doors (1) are potentially hazardous. You can also stuff the cone into the upward-opening hinged door (2), if it is located below the top of the head. Sliding (3), tilting (4) and folding (5) upward-opening doors are safe

If the height of the upper cabinets exceeds 60 cm, it is better to make the door opening upwards folding. The disadvantage of a door that opens upward: to close it, you have to reach high for the handle, which is inconvenient for a short person.

Folding upper cabinet doors are the most practical and safest type of opening. If you spare no expense and order a mechanism with an electric drive, the cabinet can be made as high as you like, because we close and open it by simply pressing a button

Upper cabinet height

Upper cabinets are available in three sizes:

• Low cabinet - 60 cm.
• Standard - 72 cm, which is equal to the height of the lower cabinets.
• High - 92 cm.

Many manufacturers offer cabinets of other sizes. When making custom furniture in a home with high ceilings, you can make the upper cabinets even higher. However, if heavy dishes will be stored in them, it is more rational to hang two rows of cabinets. It's more reliable this way. The bottom row of cabinets with doors that open upward should be of such a height that a person can easily reach the handle.

Range of common standard cabinet doors. If you have space, it makes sense to use upper cabinets with a height of 92 cm

Happy owners of apartments with high ceilings can hang upper cabinets in two rows

Open shelves vs cabinets

From an ergonomic point of view, the cook should have everything he needs at hand while cooking. List the right tools, utensils and ingredients for preparing a dish can be great. There can be a dozen of spices alone, packaged in small jars. Salt, pepper, a cutting board, all sorts of spatulas, tea and coffee are needed for almost every meal preparation and meal, unless the owners eat frozen fast food heated in the microwave. Several times a day, taking it all out of a closed closet and hiding it back is a dubious pleasure. In our opinion, it is much more convenient to keep frequently used utensils on open shelves. Everything is before your eyes, and even if a thing is not put in its place, it is easy to find.

Open shelves, rails and hooks provide quick and easy access to frequently used items

Adherents of a refined minimalist style in the interior will prefer to wipe the sink dry after each dishwashing and hide it in a closet. detergent, sponge and napkins, not to mention other things. But for most people it will be more comfortable to use open shelves and racks for small items. Two reasons prevent the wider spread of the “open top”. First: the contents of the shelves will have to be kept in order and wiped periodically. However, infrequently, provided that the room is installed good hood. The second reason: the lack of traditions; “Soviet” kitchens were equipped with blind cabinets.

In the kitchen of the famous designer Artemy Lebedev there are no closed cabinets on top, only open shelves

Sink and trash can: a practical upgrade

The size of the sink bowl should allow you to wash the largest dishes in your home

The side “wing” and the second, small bowl are very convenient. If there is enough space for them.

The side wing will serve as an additional cutting surface. Additional bowl - optional, but convenient equipment

If you have a water filtration system, you should make sure that the sink allows you to install a second faucet for purified water, if you do not want to purchase an expensive faucet with a switch. It is inconvenient to wash large dishes under a faucet with a low spout, and splashes fly out from a high faucet when washing small dishes. The best, but not cheap, option is a faucet with a pull-out spout.

A pull-out spout on a kitchen faucet will not only make washing dishes more comfortable, but also reduce water consumption

We recommend purchasing a sink with a bottom valve that allows you to close the drain by turning the handle. The valve is more convenient than a plug, and due to the rise in prices for housing and communal services, it is more economical to wash dishes by pre-soaking them. Yes, and faster.

It is customary to keep the trash can under the sink. They opened the bottom cabinet door, took out a bucket, threw out the trash, and closed it. It will be easier if you hang the bucket on the door - there will be less movement.

Inexpensive but convenient trash can mounted on the cabinet door. Open the door and the lid of the bucket rises; close it and it lowers. No smell

The best option for placing a “trash bin” is built-in, under the work surface. A hole is made in the tabletop, and a container for garbage is placed under it. The hole and container are closed with a flat lid. You can purchase a sink with a built-in trash can, which is even more convenient. The presence of a grinder on the sewer drain will significantly reduce the volume of waste and almost eliminate the “aroma” of waste. Unfortunately, advanced waste collection and removal systems are not cheap.

The most convenient “trash bin” is one built into the countertop. It can be easily removed - upwards.

Convenient and safe placement of equipment

We talked about the arrangement of the main elements of equipment on the floor plan. Some tips for selection and placement kitchen appliances:

• If the kitchen front has an L-shaped configuration, it is more rational to place household appliances located on the countertop (microwave, electric kettle, coffee maker) in the inner corner, which is problematic to use for cooking.
• A very convenient solution is to place the oven in a high column cabinet at a height of 65-80 cm from the floor. It is much more convenient to observe the cooking process, load and unload baking sheets without bending. Unfortunately, it is difficult to find a place for a “column” in a small room.

Using an oven installed in a high cabinet at a height of 65-80 cm is much more convenient than under the countertop in the standard version

• A traditional fireplace hood does a good job of removing kitchen fumes, but it protrudes dangerously forward. You can get a bump trying to look into the pan. Exhaust devices built into furniture also suffer from the same drawback. But the inclined hood is absolutely safe; it does not stick out above the stove at head level. By the way, the minimum height for hanging a hood above an electric stove is 65 cm, above a gas stove - 75 cm.

An ergonomic inclined hood removes kitchen fumes no worse than traditional hoods, but hardly protrudes above the stove

• It is easier to control the process of cooking or heating food in a microwave oven when its transparent door is installed slightly (about 20 cm) below eye level. The optimal place for a microwave is in the “column” above the oven or on the bottom shelf top cabinet. And owners of cramped Khrushchev apartments can find a place for a stove on the windowsill.

It is advisable to place the microwave so that, while standing, you can see the cooking process through the glass window.

The right tables and chairs for the dining area

IN Soviet times the dining table should have a height of 70 cm, this corresponded to the physical characteristics of a person in the 60s. And today many enterprises manufacture furniture according to these standards. But for people taller than 160 cm, this height is already too small. Today, dining tables in EU countries generally have a height of 72-76 cm, and in the USA they are already 74-78 cm. On the domestic market you can find furniture of various parameters. It is not uncommon to have tables on supports that are adjustable by several centimeters.

On private kitchen You can find two more types of tables: semi-bar and bar. We have already mentioned the first one; it is made level with the tabletop (85-95 cm) and is used both for eating and as an additional work area. A high bar counter (as in public bars) has a height of 120-125 cm, but at home it can be a little lower.

In terms of width, it is recommended to allocate a space of 60 cm for one person sitting at the table. Accordingly, for two - 120 cm. It makes no sense to do less than 50 cm per person, it is too cramped. The recommended minimum depth of a table with people sitting on both sides is 80 cm.

Chairs must be chosen according to the table. Provided that the thickness of the tabletop together with the stiffener does not exceed 10 cm, the seat of the chair should be lower than the top of the table by approximately 30-35 cm for a standard dining table, 28-33 cm for a half-bar table and 23-27 cm for a bar table. A chair for a high bar counter must have a support bar for the legs.

Height-adjustable dining and bar stools can be easily adjusted to suit the individual and table type.

Looking to a Brighter Future: Lighting and Plugs

There is never too much light. Besides general lighting kitchen, bright illumination of the work area is necessary and good lighting above the dining table.

Moderate general light and bright lighting of the work area is the key to comfortable work and preservation of vision for the home cook

Sockets: no matter how many you make, there are still not enough. We recommend counting the number of electrical appliances that you plan to install in the kitchen and adding a couple more sockets. You should also not forget about the TV and telephone system, if they are planned in the kitchen. You shouldn't put the TV on the refrigerator, as is often done: you could break your neck looking at it from your chair. TVs are now flat, it is better to hang them on the wall or place them on a table.

Recommended layout of sockets in the kitchen. Sockets for appliances located on the countertop are above the cooking and cutting areas. It is better to make sockets for built-in appliances in the sink cabinet or in the plinth, so access to them will be ensured

Once again about safety: how to protect children from injury

We have already mentioned safety, an integral part of ergonomics. If there are small children in the house, care should be taken to ensure that the children do not get injured. If possible, sharp corners should be avoided when designing or choosing furniture. Special devices can be used to protect the child from hitting sharp objects.

A soft pad on the corner of the table will protect a naughty child from injury

We should not forget that children are curious and will definitely climb into places where they are not allowed:

The “children’s” pad on the door (on the left) will not allow a child to get into the “secret” cabinet, and the stop-brake (on the right) will prevent a finger from getting caught in the door

Electrical wires should not be left accessible; blocking plugs should be inserted into low-lying sockets.

Special protective screens for kitchen stoves, preventing the child from reaching hot pots, are not sold in every store, but parents should look for this useful thing. The magnetic lock on the refrigerator (on the right) is also useful

Many models of modern household appliances are equipped with a power-on lock function, in which children can press buttons and turn knobs - nothing will happen.

We hope our recommendations will be useful to you. Within the framework of the article, many questions about ergonomics and kitchen organization remained unaddressed. We recommend that you seek advice from specialists at the furniture design stage. Experienced designer furniture or interior design will be able to suggest a lot of useful information and protect you from mistakes. Good luck.

Each person has his own height - some are tall, some are short. But computer desks in most cases have standard sizes and height 0.75 m.

The question is, where did this value come from? And everything comes from there – from statistical data. We calculated the average height and made it according to it, but what about people above or below average? Just choose the appropriate furniture for yourself, otherwise you shouldn’t expect anything good from the wrong dimensions. But in essence, if a person’s height varies within acceptable limits, then there will be nothing wrong with the fact that, for example, glass computer tables will be a couple of centimeters higher or lower than required. It's another matter when this discrepancy is significant.

What should be the height and dimensions of a computer desk?

There is a simple formula that can be used to calculate your ideal height. To do this: height is multiplied (cm) by the height of a standard table (cm) and divided by 175, and the result is the required value. For example, for a hero 190 cm tall, the table should be: 190*75/175=82 cm. Where can I get such a table?

For a short person, the problem can be solved by purchasing a height-adjustable office chair, but for a giant, this option is not suitable. In such serious cases, you need to order individually or purchase a finished product with an adjustable tabletop. This will be an ideal solution, because such a table will suit all family members of different heights, but especially children. After all, they tend to grow. Why don't you buy a new one every year?

The only table that does not need to be adjusted to your height is a glass coffee table. In this case, the main thing will be the price factor and the general appearance.

Why is it important to choose the right sizes?

If the height of this piece of furniture is calculated incorrectly, then you can say goodbye to normal vision and a straight spine. An incorrectly selected computer desk can also cause rapid fatigue. A low table forces you to bend over and slouch, and working behind tall furniture involves constantly lifting your head, and it is not made of iron, just like your neck.

A modern person spends too much of his time at such a table, and he should not feel any discomfort. Only correct selection furniture can prevent a decrease in performance and avoid health problems. And there are several ways to solve this problem, therefore, you can always choose the appropriate option. And don’t think that good and high-quality things cost a lot of money and you can’t afford them. It is not difficult to find inexpensive glass tables, you just need to look for them in the right place.