Gourmet area: check out our tips for setting up yours

Having a gourmet area at home to welcome friends and family is in fashion and has become one of the most followed trends of the moment, but it is not always easy to set one up at home, so how about some tips to set one up and rock it?

It's possible to say that for everything we know now there is a gourmet version, right? For example, you can find a regular brigadeiro with a regular price, but now it's possible to find a gourmet brigadeiro with other fillings inside and with higher prices.

This happens to bring that novelty to that product that is already so well-known and also to be able to attract attention with a differential, because everything that is different and gains a new concept (even if it is not good) gets more attention from the public.

Not everything that is called gourmet is good, as it is necessary to bring something different that is really good and that can make the public notice that there is something there that is worth the investment.

In recent years, many condominium projects (whether houses or apartments) have gained the so-called “gourmet area”, but unlike many things, the project has become popular with the public because it really has a purpose for being there and it is something extra that we don’t know we need until we have one.

Even some houses are gaining their own gourmet areas, as the project has gained popularity and has burst the bubble of the condominium public and it is, in fact, very cool to have one at home.

And if you still don't know what a gourmet area is, don't worry, because here we will tell you everything about what a gourmet environment is and how you can set up your own gourmet area in your home. Let's go!

What is a gourmet space? 

The idea of a gourmet environment came about when architects realized that many smaller houses (often in condominiums) did not have a common space to welcome friends and family and hold a social event for a slightly larger number of people.

For example, many smaller homes don't have enough space to host a weekend barbecue or to have a get-together with friends over a drink, eat pizza and chat. Sometimes there is, but not a comfortable space to welcome everyone.

The gourmet area was designed to be a small space, but well distributed and well equipped to meet your needs. In some cases, people even use this space to place the dining table, thus freeing up internal space and making dinners even more special.

In this gourmet environment, you can place items that offer more comfort for your leisure time, whatever it may be. It could be just a place for you to meditate and relax, it could be a place to party or a place for you to do that thing you always wanted to do but didn't have a place to do it. The important thing is to have fun.

10 tips for setting up a gourmet area in your home

Setting up a gourmet area at home is not such a difficult task and although many people hire someone to do it, it is possible to do it yourself, but it is important to follow some tips so that your assembly is successful.

Choose the correct location

It is important that you choose a location to set up your gourmet area that is suitable for what you want to do, whether it is indoors or outdoors. You need to think about the flow of people and also consider the lighting in that space, because the more natural light, the less money you will spend.

Choose a well-ventilated location

Also think about whether the place you chose has good ventilation, as you don't want to set everything up and then realize that the place is hot and unsuitable for what you want to do.

Set your budget

It is important that you define your budget right after choosing the place, as it is from this that you will do everything else and having an estimated budget, you will have a better idea of what is a necessity and what is dispensable. 

Define the utensils and appliances

Choose which utensils and appliances you want to put in your gourmet area. Will it be a barbecue or a wood-fired oven? A stove or cooktop? Will there be a table? Will there be a countertop? Define everything and start your research. 

Also choose quality utensils such as knives, pans, grills, cutlery and other necessary items. You can find many good items for low prices online.

Functional layout

It is important that you set up the layout of your gourmet area in a way that is functional and has enough space for everyone you want to receive, in addition to the space for cooking and serving.

Choose comfortable furniture

Remember that the gourmet area is designed to provide comfort for you and your guests, so choose furniture that matches this. Also choose chairs, benches, armchairs and tables that match your style and the style you have chosen for your gourmet area.

Protect from sun and rain

If your gourmet area is in an open space, pay attention to protection from the sun and rain. You can add covers or even umbrellas or even add those awnings that you can pull up when it's raining and then roll up when you leave.

Decoration

In your gourmet area, you can play around as much as you want and create a unique decoration that only refers to that space. However, if your gourmet area is in an environment integrated with another room, it is better that the decoration matches the style of your home, as it may result in a strange feeling for you.

Lighting

That space needs to have good lighting, especially at night, so adding spotlights, LED bulbs and lamps is an excellent option. Remember that you will be cooking there and you don't want a dark space.

Entertainment

You should think about whether it will be a place for socializing and if so, you can add a speaker to turn on while you are socializing or even a TV to play music videos while you cook and eat dinner.

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