Kitchen Design Tips for Entertaining

Fratantoni Interior Designers • July 24, 2020
French Country

This article will discuss the best kitchen design tips for entertaining.

Top Kitchen Design Tips

Are you looking to design the perfect kitchen for entertaining? If you’ve ever entertained before you know that everyone ends up gathering in the kitchen. So, you want to make sure it’s designed right to optimize your space. Here’s how to design a beautiful kitchen you and your guests can enjoy.

Kitchen Islands

When designing a kitchen island are great because they double as a workspace and seating area. When all of your guests are gathering in the kitchen around the food and drinks, they’re able to sit and socialize. Islands are also a great way to maximize your workspace while cooking for guests. In our luxury kitchens, we like to include two islands to help create a separate space for preparation and display.

French Villa Islands

Open Layout

Open up your floor plan! Opening the kitchen into the dining room and living room helps you to accommodate more guests. It also brings everybody together so the cooks can enjoy the party too. This is an important kitchen design tip.

Bolero Open Layout

Wet or Dry Bar

A bar is a great kitchen feature to help designate an area for drinks. Optimizing the space in the kitchen is key for entertaining. Including a wet or dry bar in your kitchen opens up workspace for the cooks. It’s also a great feature you and your guests can enjoy.

Dry Bar Bolero

Great Ambiance

Since your guests will be spending most of their time in the kitchen make it a unique and fun space. Including accent walls lighting and color will elevate the space. The kitchens we design for our clients always include luxury details that tie the whole room together.

Kitchen Design Tips

Conclusion: Kitchen Design Tips for Entertaining

Fratantoni Interior Designers will make sure that your kitchen is designed to accommodate you and your guests. Contact us to get started on your new luxury kitchen.

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