The kitchen is the heart of any house, but that's especially true in the home of a frequent entertainer. However, if you regularly have people over for parties or other gatherings, your dream kitchen likely looks very different from the average cook's. To promote easy entertaining, consider adding each of the unique features below when you undergo kitchen remodeling.

Kitchen Remodeling Ideas for an Entertainer

1. Warming Drawers

Warming drawers will keep your food ready with perfect quality as you entertain. You can even get your cooking done ahead of time and keep the food hot while you welcome guests. Choose your number of drawers based on the size of the parties you typically host.

2. Point-of-Service Bar

Place a bar at the edge of the kitchen so guests can quickly get to it without disturbing those who are cooking. This space can include a wine fridge, a wet bar, an ice maker, and other features that'll allow them to serve themselves quality drinks.

3. Party Island

If your space is large enough, use an island as a natural gathering space. It's easy to move food there for guests, and people can even gather around as you cook. Consider whether people will be sitting down to eat or standing at the island, and choose your counter height accordingly. Also, remember that the side with barstools or a raised counter height should be opposite the kitchen appliances, so you have space to work.

4. Ambiance

Overhead lighting is valuable when you're working, but it doesn't provide much ambiance when you're entertaining. Consider adding lights that'll dim or even change color. Also, include a sound system with speakers throughout the entertaining space—including outdoors—that you can control from your phone or home assistant.

5. Dual Dishwashers

Waiting for multiple washing loads adds a lot of time onto your event cleanup. Add two dishwashers—either two full-sized or one that's half-sized—to make cleanup go a little easier.

Today’s Kitchens in Hartsdale, NY, specializes in luxury kitchens throughout Westchester County and Fairfield County, CT. Their design and kitchen remodeling team will bring your dream space to life, making it innovative, functional, and visually stunning. See some of their previous work online, and call (203) 536-1222 to speak with a kitchen design consultant.