The kitchens in our homes today are no longer tucked away and just a place to prepare food. Many of today’s kitchens have become an extension of our living area and are used for everything from paying bills to entertaining our guests. We have seen a lot of changes in kitchen design that make it easier to entertain in the kitchen. There are a variety of specialty features and layouts that will allow you to interact with your guests more freely.  It is not unusual for people to congregate in the kitchen no matter the size of your house.