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Custom Home for Entertaining: 5 Must-Have Features

A custom home for entertaining does more than look impressive. It works quietly in the background so you can enjoy your guests. In San Diego, where the weather invites you outside most of the year, the best homes for hosting are built around flow, comfort and ease. At MDD Homes, we design and build custom estates, remodels, renovations and ADUs across San Diego. Along the way, we have learned which features make the biggest difference when you host. Here are five we recommend, whether you are building new or reimagining the home you already own. 1. A Kitchen Designed for a Crowd The kitchen is where guests naturally gather. It needs to work for the cook and the crowd at the same time. Start with a generous island that has seating on at least one side. That way, guests can chat while you prepare food. Next, consider a second sink or prep zone so two people can work without bumping into each other. Finally, add a butler's pantry or scullery to keep small appliances and dirty dishes o...

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