How to Design a Home for Entertaining

Fratantoni Design • September 10, 2020

Some people were born to host parties. If this describes you, your home must be able to cater to large groups of people effortlessly. Here are some tips on how to design a home for entertaining.

How to Design a Home for Entertaining

There are a lot of ways to make sure your space is ready for the holiday season just around the corner. These tips will make sure you have the right layout to accommodate you and your guests in your home.

Indoor/Outdoor Living

If you live in a neutral climate incorporating indoor/outdoor living areas in your home is great for entertaining. You can open up your main living areas to create more seating and space for people to hangout. This will prevent the party from crowding inside and create some natural airflow throughout the house. Another benefit of having a beautiful outdoor living space is it will increase the value of your home. This is something to consider when you’re looking to remodel your home.

Open up your Space

Open up your main living areas to create an open floor plan. Open floor plans are perfect for entertaining because it doesn’t leave people crammed in the kitchen or living room. It also opens up your space to create one large living area. This layout is not only great for entertaining but everyday life. Make sure to talk to a professional about the layout to make sure it will fit your needs for everyday and entertaining.

Prioritize your Kitchen

Being a good host means having enough food for your guests to enjoy. Make sure your kitchen is not only beautiful but functional for entertaining large groups of people. Having a large island at the center of your kitchen is crucial. The island is not only storage and preparation space, but it can also double as a seating area. The goal is to have enough space for you to cook and for guests to gather. Because the chances are, they will most likely gather around the food.