Many people find that during a party, guests gravitate toward the kitchen. Because it's such a busy room, this can cause crowding, making it hard to get the necessary work done. But what if your kitchen was set up to welcome your guests? The answer for people who love to socialize while they cook is a beautiful entertainer's kitchen.
At Inspire Kitchen Design Studio, we love to create kitchens that welcome guests to pull up a chair and visit the best room in the house. Turning your kitchen into an entertainer's kitchen doesn't have to be hard, but it's important to keep certain elements in mind. Here are some factors to consider.
THE PERFECT SPACE
The purpose of an entertainer's kitchen is to combine two activities: food preparation and socializing seamlessly. Naturally, this means you'll need more room than a standard kitchen.
Incorporating both functions is wonderful if you have an open concept area. If there is no rigid separation between your kitchen and other areas of the home, it's much easier to create a welcoming space for guests to draw near to the action in the kitchen.
If you don't have an open-concept kitchen area, you can still have a kitchen that invites guests in. It may be possible to remove a wall to open up the space. Even if that isn't an option, a good designer will use the space to its best advantage. Keep pursuing your dream entertainer's kitchen before you speak with an expert.
THE LAYOUT
For a kitchen to be functional and inviting, it must have space to settle in and socialize and an efficient and easy-to-navigate work area. A large kitchen only automatically translates into an entertainer's kitchen if it draws guests in and makes them comfortable.
One of the most effective ways to do this is by providing ample seating space that doesn't impede the work in the kitchen. A classic way to do this is with a spacious island. Guests can relax on one side, with room to set down their plates and drinks, while the cook has plenty of room to chop and mix on the other.
Smaller kitchens can still provide seating, even if they need more room for a large island. In this case, it's important to provide seating that supports the function of the kitchen, such as benches that double as storage.
Entertainer's Kitchens at Inspire Kitchen Design Studio
At Inspire KDS, we are passionate about creating kitchens that match our clients' dreams for entertainer's kitchens, which often includes certain elements you may have yet to consider.
For example, this is an ideal space to include a butler's pantry. This large, functional space allows you to keep some of the cooking mess out of sight, so your workspace is clear. Larger appliances are also useful because you'll need extra space to store and cook food for a party. We like to focus on adding beautiful, layered lighting that illuminates cooking tasks without being too bright.
More than anything, an entertainer's kitchen should have an attention-getting design. You want your guests to be wowed as well as feel welcome.
Come See What We Can Do at Inspire Kitchen Design Studio
If you want to see how you can have the entertainer's kitchen of your dreams, we'd love to show you what can be done. For more information, please contact us or see our Denver showroom. The kitchen is often called the heart of the home. You can welcome your guests into that space with a beautifully designed kitchen.