Stamford Connecticut homeowners who love to entertain will appreciate this article about dining room and pantry trends. Whether you’re hosting formal dinner parties or large family gatherings, read on to learn the latest designs from layout to cabinets and more.
Formal Dining Room Ideas
Entertaining at home has become much more the norm since the pandemic. Rather than going out, families and friends are reconnecting at home. Although open living areas and casual dining still have their place in everyday living, the formal dining room is back. And for some, it never left.
Your unique design will be based on your entertaining preferences, room size, and furniture choices. When planning your project, consider:
- Kitchen access – does the floor plan fit your needs?
- Size – is the space large enough for the number of guests you entertain?
- Lighting – select statement lighting to add the perfect ambiance
- Outside entry – add dramatic French doors and large windows
- Terrace – adding a dramatic outdoor space can increase the entertaining area
- Easy access – make sure the butler’s pantry is located efficiently
Formal Dining Room Layout
Compared to other rooms, the dining room layout has more to do with what type of furniture you want. Do you have your heart set on a round table, long rectangular, sleek Scandinavian, or ornate antique? When you consider both function and design, also include:
- Flooring – hardwood is a top choice
- Rugs – do you want a statement rug or bare floors?
- Built-ins – consider custom shelving and cabinets
- Table size – closely measure the table with and without leaves
- Chair size – when designing, make sure the chairs are a nice fit
- Doorways – do you want a completely dedicated space or more open?
- Windows – new windows and window coverings pull everything together
The Butler’s Pantry
Originally, the butler’s pantry was the storage area for valuable silver, formal china, and delicate glassware. But for 2022, it’s transformed into a working space behind the scenes, almost a mini kitchen that’s a perfect complement for busy entertainers. Besides cooking and drink preparation, these convenient workspaces can also be used for flower arranging and more.
Butler Pantry Cabinets
We can design cabinets and drawers to compliment your china yet hide your appliances. Consider glass cabinet doors to bring light into the room. Cabinet finishes can range from classic white to bold blues and every shade beyond. The sky is the limit. A butler’s pantry can be a space of its own with a personality unmatched by any room in the house.
Butler Pantry vs. Pantry
Comparing the modern butler pantry above with a kitchen pantry – a butler’s pantry is more of a working space, whereas a traditional pantry is designed for efficient food storage. Many Connecticut and New York homeowners opt for both types of pantries because of their different functions.
Let Remodeling Consultants Redesign Your Dining Room
Now is the perfect time to design and build a one-of-a-kind dining room and butler’s pantry. We’ll make entertaining your friends and family a breeze. Remodeling Consultants have proudly served Westchester County, NY, along the NY border in CT, including New Canaan, Greenwich, Westport, Wilton, and Stamford for over 55 years.
Contact us today in Westchester or Fairfield County. You can call our New York office at (914) 381-6900 or our Connecticut office at (203) 321-1250.
