The Best Modern Kitchen Design If You Like Entertaining At Home

If you like entertaining at home, your kitchen should be constructed in a way that supports this, adding ease to the process of entertaining from prepping food to winding down with drinks. A modern kitchen design that has entertaining in mind is functional and practical where you can interact with your guests with ease and do away with going back and forth from the kitchen to the dining room in between courses.

The Layout

Homeowners who spend a lot of time entertaining at home find that an open floor plan works well for them. Instead of having the kitchen and dining areas in separate rooms, these are situated in an open layout where the kitchen and dining areas are still clearly defined but seamlessly flow into each other and open up into the living area. This way, the host is in sight of the guests and can take part in the conversation instead of being shut in the kitchen. The versatility that this layout offers easily makes the kitchen the social hub of one's home.

The Kitchen Island

In an open layout, the kitchen island is an integral element in defining the kitchen and dining areas. It is very practical in this layout an can be used for several purposes. The kitchen island can function as a prep area, where guests can sip some wine as you put the finishing touches on your dinner. It is also the perfect space to set up a bar when you have guests over. Set up the bar and have some bar stools situated away at the opposite end from your food prep area so that your guests are close enough for conversation but won't be in the way as you prepare your feast.

Having ease in entertaining should not sacrifice function and practicality in your interior kitchen design. For this reason, don't overlook the basic kitchen working triangle. Here, the work zones of sink, refrigerator and stove/oven are situated ergonomically in a triangle a metre apart from each other. This placement translates to better workflow in the kitchen.

Storage and Appliances

Complement your kitchen layout by storage solutions and appliances that makes you proud to entertain at home. Storage is important in order to reduce clutter when guests are around. Utilise the kitchen island for cabinets and storage space - tableware, pots, pans, cutlery, and other kitchen supplies are out of sight but within easy reach when needed.

Designing the kitchen with entertaining in mind also extends to appliances thus well-designed sleek appliances are essential. For example, the oven and fridge should complete the look and theme of your kitchen. Smaller appliances placed on countertops should be arranged in a tidy manner, their design and color coordinated well with all other kitchen elements.

For many homeowners in Perth kitchen design that is both functional and inviting is well-appreciated when entertaining at home. With an open layout, a practical kitchen island, and utilising the basics of the kitchen working triangle there is ease in workflow in the kitchen. This translates to a relaxed atmosphere enjoyed by the hosts and guests.

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