Love Entertaining at Your Home? Here Are 3 Things to Consider
Do you love entertaining at your home? Do you feel like you are missing the “right” entertainment space? Our team at Rigby and Co. has experience in creating beautiful unique living spaces that are perfect for entertaining family and friends. We’ve helped clients create living rooms with ample seating and open concept kitchens with bars or islands for gatherings. When designing a home with an entertaining focus, every detail matters.
Our design team has compiled a list of specifics you should keep in mind when designing a home for entertaining guests. Here are 3 things to consider:
Consideration #1: Flow Through the Home
Let’s be honest, when someone walks into your home, they will look for direction on where to go. When your home is thoughtfully designed, the carefully planned flow will guide them through your space naturally. Here are a few examples of how we design for your specific flow needs:
Purposeful Elements: If we’re designing for you and your immediate family alone, the space may wind up looking different than if we’re designing for regular gatherings that include your large extended family. For example, if your family loves a game night, we may create a casual seating vignette with a game table and fun chairs for the kids.
Indoor-Outdoor Flow: If you utilize outdoor space at all, easy flow in and out is critical. Creating the right entry point from the backyard is vital, like installing a large sliding glass door to make it easy to get in and out of the house.
Specified Seating: All aspects of seating should be carefully planned to allow for your highest functioning space. A large sectional for a family of five to have movie nights is a perfect solution in the living room. Having 3 stools at the kitchen island for your three kids allows for comfort and function while having breakfast before school.
Easily Accessible Amenities: The last thing you want when hosting is for you and your guests to have to move awkwardly through a space to get what they need. Perfectly planned amenities are a perfect solution. For example, a long island designed for kids’ seating on one end and adults at the other by the ice, drinks, and charcuterie board, gives everyone access to what they need. Positioning your refrigerator to be easily accessible and doesn’t block people’s movement when open, allows for a smooth kitchen flow.
Consideration #2: Durable Materials & Fabrics
If you’re investing in your home, making smart choices with your materials is a decision you’ll never regret. For instance, it’s no secret that kids are messy. If the thought of a juice spill on the sofa or scuff marks on your millwork sets you into a panic, opting for durability whenever possible is the answer. Here are a few materials worth prioritizing:
Smart Flooring Options: When sifting through the endless options for flooring, always begin by considering function. What kind of traffic will flow through your space? What makes the most sense for how the space will be used? For example, do you have a pool? We’d recommend selecting a durable tile to hold up to your family pool parties, with a finish that won’t be slippery for wet little feet.
Durable Fabrics: Remember that juice spilled on your sofa? If your sofa doesn’t have performance fabric, you may panic seeing that juice spill on your sofa. Don’t worry because our team would have recommended you opt for a performance variety of fabric giving your beautiful sofa the protection it deserves and you peace of mind.
Easy-to-Clean Bathroom Materials: If you’re beginning your dream bathroom renovation, chances are, you’ve put a lot of thought into the design. Relaxing in your own personal spa tub or standing under a rain shower system is the perfect way to end a long day. Our team will help you pick the best design features for your spa experience while making sure it’s easy to clean and maintain.
Consideration #3: Lifestyle Goals
When you begin a major home project, ask yourself this key question: Am I designing for how I live, or how I want to live? Really consider what matters so you can prioritize what you truly love. Do you do a lot of entertaining? Or do you prefer movie nights with your family? Our team at Rigby and Co. will help you bring your project to life.
Multi-Purpose Spaces: Today many families are incorporating rooms that hold multiple purposes, where everyone can be together even if they’re not doing the same thing. Planning a great multi-purpose room may include sofa seating, table seating, and a bar area with snacks, allowing a place for studying, entertaining, and movie nights.
A Room for Your Hobby: Do you have a special activity you love sharing with friends? Crafting, gaming, or playing music? Designing a room dedicated to your favorite hobby will you peace and joy. Do you love playing pool or darts? Our team can transform your unused office into the perfect game room escape, where kids & adults can enjoy some friendly competition.
Kids’ Spaces: We all know the benefit of playrooms for little ones, but as kids get older and more independent, a dedicated space for them to hang out with their friends is just as important. Our team can transform an unused space into a teen game room or convert an unfinished basement into the perfect hang out escape for your teenagers.
Consulting with Our Rigby and Co. Team
Designing a home for entertaining is more than making sure you have enough chairs for a holiday dinner or space in your cabinets for glasses and plates. Our team is skilled in creating unique and functional solutions that will make your home the go to location for hosting Super Bowl parties, kids playdates, or family Thanksgivings. Call our Rigby and Co. team to set up your consultation today!
