'Experiment with a mix of complementary and contrasting colors to create visual interest incorporating lively patterns and textures to add depth. By embracing dynamic colors, arranging furniture strategically, incorporating statement pieces, playing with lighting, and bringing the outdoors inside, you can create a space that not only looks vibrant but also radiates positive energy,' says Niko Rasides, Design director of Nicholas Anthony. 'Transforming a flat and uninspiring space into an energetic and inviting haven requires thoughtful consideration of color, furniture placement, and overall design. To keep everyone a little more connected and to evoke a sense of cohesiveness within the space too, inject color, greenery, and more light where you can. No matter how big or small your overall party size may be, guests will still naturally form groups. Keep spaces connected using color, nature, and lighting After all, there is no better time to discuss the veins of a blue cheese than over the holidays. 'Clearing and repositioning furniture to accommodate food stations ensures that refreshments are easily accessible to guests, facilitating a smooth flow for dining and socializing.' Decide how guests will be served, or serve themselves, and pave the way to these spots so that visitors will naturally gravitate to them, and have space to linger comfortably. 'Practical considerations, like establishing designated buffet or bar areas, are also a big part of the spatial planning,' highlights Davis. As hosts, we want to make it clear where this magic will happen. 'Set up a place for a buffet and bar area where people can serve themselves and make sure there is plenty of room to make it easy to get to food and drinks,' adds Alzaga. 'If you have a plethora of tiny, tippy drinks tables (guilty!), take these out of the main pathway as you are guaranteed a spilled cocktail otherwise.'Īs well as conversation, when guests come over for the holidays, they are (politely) expecting gorgeously crafted cocktails and a feast. 'Work to eliminate any chance of a stubbed toe or cracked shin with the furniture, and any potential bottlenecks of people,' adds Adams. Though they may be decorative throughout the rest of the year, if there is a chance they are more of a hindrance to the space when it is at capacity, it needs a holiday relocation. You need to recognize when things are needed, and when they are not. 'I try to make the room look as functional as possible without destroying the beautiful balance I have worked so hard to achieve.' 'I often remove the dining chairs to both reduce furniture clutter and make room to circulate around a buffet on the table. Taking away furniture that doesn't serve and that will hinder flow is key: 'Whenever I host I anticipate the need for easy circulation around a home, rearranging furniture as needed,' says interior designer Glenn Gissler. Focus on the flow of your guests around the furniture, and from room to room,' says Interior designer Bethany Adams. 'It often becomes necessary to rearrange furniture to accommodate hosting duties, especially during the holiday season when any extra space is taken up by temporary decorations. Consider how many you are hosting, if people will arrive at different times, where guests might flock to, and how to free up pathways in a visually appealing manner. (Image credit: Future | SARAH KAYE REPRESENTATION LTD | Photography by Polly Wreford, styling by Sally Denning)Īs easy as it is to think that pushing everything out to the side, and revealing floor space will solve elbow bumps and canapés on the floor, there is a right way to go about it.
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