6 Tips to Design the Ultimate Entertaining Home

"there's nothing quite like having a designated space for entertaining friends and family"

If you're like most people, you have a home that you love. But if you don't have an area for entertaining, then it's time to think about making some changes. Even if your home is small or has other rooms that can be used as dining areas or lounging spaces, there's nothing quite like having a designated space for entertaining friends and family. This post will go over what makes the ideal entertaining home and how to achieve it in your own home.

Dining with Style in your Home

​To host a dinner party, you will need a dining table that seats 8-10 people. You can never have too many guests over for dinner. The table should be long enough to cover the entire length of the table with a single white or black tablecloth. A cotton or linen cloth will breathe as well and won’t wrinkle easily if it gets folded up like synthetic fabrics do when they are ironed and pressed.

Entertaining Kitchen

​For your home to be the ultimate entertaining space, you have to give your guests a place where they can feel comfortable and at home. This means ensuring the kitchen is large enough to accommodate everyone visiting (and possibly cooking) during the party. If you’re thinking about renovating your kitchen, you should consider how many people you want to entertain. Here are a few features you should consider in your kitchen:
·        A kitchen island or peninsula is ideal because it serves as a gathering point for friends and family members while they enjoy their meals. It also gives you an opportunity to show off some of your cooking skills
·        A large pantry can hold all those extra bags of chips and dip guests bring over when they come for a party. This gives them somewhere safe to store them so that their favorite snacks don't go stale in cabinets or on countertops
·        If you're hosting a big get-together, consider having one or two places where people can sit down while they're eating food straight from the oven

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"A kitchen aisle is great for people to try out food while it's being prepared​"

Outdoor Spaces for Entertaining

​Outdoor spaces are the perfect venue for entertaining. They can be used in all seasons, day or night, with or without a roof. This means you can host a party at your home no matter what the weather is like outside. You can also create an area that's easy to keep clean after your guests leave so that it looks great all year long! Here are a few ideas:
·       A garden room: This can be a great space to create an outdoor dining area. It's also a great place to have your guests wait while you prepare for them inside
·       An outdoor kitchen: This is a great place to put your grill and other cooking equipment. You can also use it as a buffet table for serving food
·       A water feature: Adding something unique, like a pond or fountain, can make your backyard look more interesting. It's also great for entertaining because it gives guests something to look at while they're waiting for you to bring out the food

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"Good food, nice weather, and an inviting outdoor living space, will make for a joyous and memorable occasion with family and friends" 

​Think about different types of outdoor spaces that you can create before you start this project. Some are more suited to a formal setting, while others are perfect for an informal get-together.

Create Inviting Lounging Areas

It's important to create a comfortable area where your guests can relax, so you should use inviting and comfy furniture. Remember that the lighting in this room should be good for reading or watching television. The last thing you need is to have people squinting at their phones because they can't read their texts from across the room!
Your lounge should be close enough to the kitchen so that it doesn't take too long to get snacks and drinks when everyone gets hungry.

Create a Bar Area

When hosting a party or event, creating a space your guests will want to spend time in is important. A bar area is an excellent way to do this. If you have the space, it’s also helpful if the bar area can be accessed from other areas of your house so that guests don’t feel like they need to rush through before heading back out into the rest of your home.
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If you don't have room for an actual bar with stools and such, consider using part of an existing wall or creating something temporary with cardboard boxes. It should be noted, though, that this can get messy quickly! Now let's talk about some more permanent options

Additional Home Amenities

You’ve already got a great place to host guests, but there are some other amenities you can add to your home that will make it even more inviting and comfortable. If you have the space, consider adding a fireplace or library. A fireplace is especially nice if it's cold outside because it adds heat as well as ambiance. ​

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"​A fireplace could bring a cozy atmosphere to your living room"

A library is another great place for people to hang out and talk about books or movies. It's also a good way for your guests to feel like they're at home (feel free to bring along an extra blanket or pillow). In case your friends have kids, you should consider creating a kid-friendly area in your home, too.
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If you don't have room in your house for either of these, consider adding them to an outbuilding on your property. If neither of those options works for you, think about building an outdoor fire pit. It'll provide warmth while still being outside!

An Entertaining Home Connects People

The first thing you should do to design the ultimate entertaining home is to make sure you have an area to entertain people. This doesn't mean that you need a full bar or a fireplace, but having somewhere with comfortable seating and a TV or tablet will be essential.
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The next step is to choose the right furniture for your space. For example, if you're going for a modern look, you'll want to choose furniture with clean lines and bold colors. You could also choose leather or microfiber sofas for a more luxurious look.

Designing a Home for Entertaining

We are sure you’re ready to get started on creating your own entertaining home. As with any other design project, it’s essential to begin by deciding what kinds of activities are going to happen where and how they will work together as a cohesive unit. We hope these tips have inspired you to make your home an inviting place where friends and family can gather for great times!

Author

Stella Russel is an experienced blogger and copywriter. For the last six years, she’s been writing articles for various clients, including Kokusai Express Japan. Her topics of choice are related to travel, moving, transportation and lifestyle.

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