If you host a party at your home, you may realize that guests tend to congregate at the kitchen. No matter how ample the dining room may be, there is an allure that seems to invite guests in the kitchen before, during and after the party.

This being the case, it’s only logical that you make the kitchen inviting as well as entertaining. When you are remodeling your house, make the kitchen a subtle entertainment hub that will make your guests feel at home. However, before embarking on kitchen remodeling, you should know the following:

• Types of parties you usually host (sit-down, buffet, formal, casual, etc.)
• Average number of people you usually host for parties
• Where food is prepared for the party
• How food is served during the party
• Number of people that can cook at a particular time

After determining the above, think of the features of the kitchen. Here are some ideas you can incorporate to make your kitchen entertaining:

Catering Workspace. If you usually hire catering staff for your parties, designate some space to build a butler’s pantry with key appliances such as refrigerator, dishwasher, sink, warming drawer and oven.

Sleek Appliances. Unless you seriously plan on cooking during the parties, you do not need professional grade appliances. Good quality stainless steel appliances will do.

Warming Drawers. You will need these appliances to keep the food warm before it is served.

Refrigeration. Buy refrigeration drawers and specialty units. These will give guests better access to foods and beverages that will be served.

Double Dishwashers. Depending on the type of entertainment you do, you can get secondary dishwashers. The dishwashers can be half-size or full-size drawer configuration.

Island/Peninsula. You can build an island or peninsula in your kitchen depending on the amount of space you have. If you have a small kitchen, building an island may not be practical.

Raised Countertops. You can install a peninsula or island with a raised countertop to serve as a cooking station and hide dishes.

Flat-Screen TV. You can put a flat screen TV in the kitchen if you usually hold parties during sports events. However, you will have to sacrifice some space to install the TV.

Designing a kitchen for easy entertaining is less about space but more about specialty features and layout design. The above are some features you can include in your kitchen to make it perfect for entertainment.

If you have more questions about designing a kitching for entertaining, just let the expert team at Beattie Development help.