Size isn’t a prerequisite for a great entertaining kitchen, though square footage will determine whether you can include features like an island, housemaid’s cupboard or butler’s pantry. When designing a kitchen that functions as an effective entertaining space, beauty, comfort and functionality are equally important. A layout that allows hosts to interact with guests while at the same time integrating well-placed labour-saving technology to make preparing and serving food and drink a piece of cake. Refrigerator drawers, wine coolers, warming drawers and double-drawer dishwashers are useful additions to a party house. Quartz and granite worktops have a wow factor and are easy to wipe which can be invaluable to your party clean-up. Designing kitchens for entertaining we aim to create an inspiring place where people want to be.

“We are building a new home and want to create an open plan kitchen dining area that will makes guests feel welcome and comfortable when we are entertaining, whilst still being a great space for us to cook and live as a family.”

The perfect entertaining space with design features that wow friends and make your life easier.

Transform your kitchen with design choices your visitors will admire. Soften hard stone and stainless-steel edges with upholstered armchairs, plush bar stools, comfy sofas that lets guest relax while chatting with the cook. Combine task and mood lighting throughout: food prep area bright light alongside statement pieces such as a whimsical chandelier to create atmospheric dining light and cosy ambiance.

Good quality, sleek, stylish appliances. Fisher & Paykel double built in ovens, Neff slide and hide ovens, Sub-Zero integrated wine storage, Hotpoint refrigerator drawers and Ilve range cookers and hoods.