Living Rooms Designed for Hosting
Hosting isn’t always easy but when your home is set up for entertaining you’re more likely to open your home to celebrate with friends and family for holidays and special occasions. Whether it’s drinks with friends or movie night for the kids your living room can become the destination for fun with the right pieces. Here are some essentials for designing a living room that was made for hosting.
A drink cabinet. Keep all your essentials out of sight but within reach. Whether it’s a planned event or impromptu drinks with friends you will have everything you need at the ready with the Brazil bar cabinet. This stylish piece features bottle storage, a built-in wine rack, shelving and a mirrored back for a touch of glam.
Nesting tables. Don’t make it awkward. If there’s nowhere to place a drink or a small plate your guests will be uncomfortable. Nesting tables are a simple and stylish way to make your guests feel at ease. They’re easy to move around and place wherever needed. The Stow-Away tables are just as beautiful alone as they are together.
Plenty of seating. A sectional like the Newport is perfect for hosting friends or family movie night. It has lots of seating, cozy nooks and an extended chaise. The coordinating ottoman can be topped with a tray to easily served your guests and genuine leather will be easy to clean and still look amazing long after the party is over.
More Tips for a Home Made for Hosting
- Great lighting. Create the right vibes with layered lighting. Turn off the overhead light and use lamps and candlelight.
- Make walkways clear. Arrange your furniture in a way that it creates a natural path and defines the areas.
- Create conversation areas. Where there is space, add a pair of swivel chairs that makes it easy to sit and talk with a friend or swivel back to the crowd.