Casual Dining & Bar Stools

Why a New Cabinet or Hutch Can Improve Your Home

Though many homes come equipped with built-in cabinets, these spaces may not be enough to store your belongings. Cabinets and hutches can add style and extra storage space and can be placed in any room in your home. Here are a few reasons you should consider investing in freestanding cabinets:

They’re Portable

While cabinets and hutches are not designed to be moved around on a regular basis, they can be emptied and moved into other rooms in the house or to another location, if needed. This means you can buy them as permanent fixtures for the home or take them with you when you move.

They’re Useful

Cabinets and hutches provide a beautiful way to store your belongings. Anything can be stored in your cabinet—blankets, clothes, dishes, and towels are just a few common items.

They’re Decorative

Many cabinets and hutches are created from dark wood and have decorative edges, handles, and doors. You can have your cabinets designed specifically to display glasses and dishes, or you can utilize a closed design to store other belongings. Either way, your cabinet is sure to add an element of elegance to your home.

They’re Practical

Cabinets not only add style and value to your home, but they are also practical pieces of furniture. There is no installation or construction—you simply bring your cabinet home and set it up, and it is ready to go. You can even move it around until you find the perfect spot for it, because it is not a permanent fixture.

For the widest selection of casual dining furniture in San Diego, including cabinets, hutches, bars, and bar stools, shop at Casual Dining & Bar Stools. For more information, visit our website or contact us at (858) 225-4410.

How Casual Dining And Bar Stools Can Help You Transform Your Home

Winter is over—so why not change up the rooms in your home to complement the new season? Check out these tips for creating an in-home bar, designing a kitchen, and selecting a dining room table that fits your lifestyle:

• If you’re creating the perfect in-home bar, don’t forget to purchase the beverage items you need. Check out these tips on stocking your home bar from AskMen.com.
• Are you considering a classic and comforting design for your new kitchen? Take a look at Martha Stewart’s farmhouse inspired kitchen.
• Get some fresh dining room layout ideas to mix things up at your next dinner party from this article at HGTV.com.
• Better Homes and Gardens describes the important roles that size and elbow room play in selecting a dining room table.
• There are many things to consider when buying barstools, including style, comfort, and height. Learn how to narrow down the field with this article from ProfessorsHouse.com.

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China Cabinet Organization Tips

Your china cabinet is one of your house’s best conversation pieces. Watch this video to learn how you can enhance your china display to make a great first impression.

There are three basic rules for organizing your china: keep light or transparent items together, balance the look of your china by grouping similarities, and stack pieces in a presentable way. Using these guidelines, you can create a china display that makes for a magazine-worthy kitchen or dining room!

If you’re shopping for an exquisite hutch to house your fine china, visit the Casual Dining & Bar Stools showroom in San Diego. Call us today at (858) 225-4410 for more information about our furniture selection.

Taking a Look at Today's Kitchen Design Trends

Whether you’re looking to freshen up your kitchen design or completely reimagine it, there are many exciting kitchen design ideas to consider. When recreating your kitchen, think about its color scheme, lighting, functionality, seating, fixtures, and appliances. Incorporate current kitchen furniture ideas into your design by learning a little more about what’s popular right now:

Bold Colors and Bright Lights

For kitchen color schemes, deep browns and bright whites are en vogue among interior designers. Consider furnishings and cabinets with sleek, dark wood as a lower base and complement them with lighter-colored counters and window treatments. You can even choose hanging light fixtures that feature colors from your design scheme, incorporating the ceiling into your overall kitchen theme.

Dual-Purpose Dining Tables

Some homeowners are opting to use a dining table as both a kitchen island and dining space—this is especially popular in modern apartments and homes without a dining room. The trend creates a communal dining experience, with food being cooked and served all around your guests.

Barstools

Perfect for serving breakfast with a side of conversation, barstools offer a great way to enjoy a meal while saving space. They also allow the host to prepare dishes while conversing with guests over the counter. Consider backless stools to retain a sense of openness. For barstools with back support, muted red leathers are gaining popularity.

Farmhouse Flair

Simple, functional old-world designs with a modern twist are also popular right now. Cast-iron sinks and classically inspired faucets mix familiar charm with up-to-date design. Farmhouse-inspired kitchens and old-fashioned Americana décor are also coming back.

Accomplish the style you’ve always dreamed of for your kitchen with Casual Dining & Bar Stools’ “Selection Advantage.” We have the largest selection of casual dining pieces in San Diego. Call us today at (858) 225-4410 for more information about our dining room, casual dining, and kitchen furniture. 

How to Create the Ultimate In-Home Bar

One of the best things about creating a home bar is that you have the ability to choose the style, layout, location, and barstools. Before you get started, take a moment to read these suggestions for creating the ultimate in-home bar:

Choose a Bar Style

First, decide whether you want a shorter bar that you can stand behind and store liquor under, or a taller cabinet bar with doors that open up to display your drink selection. A tall cabinet bar allows for more space in the room, while a shorter serving bar allows your guests to face you while sitting on barstools. These bar furnishings come in discreet forms as well, with styles that appear to be regular cabinets until you open them.

Decide on the Details of Your Home Bar

Next time you visit your favorite pub, take a second to look at the furnishings around you. Notice the copper or brass foot rests that run the length of the bar—these fixtures are also available with home bar design. In addition, look at the details of the bar itself, and try to emulate any designs or trims you like when you start shopping for a home bar.

Consider Size and Location

Once you get a rough idea of the style and design of your bar, consider the specifics of the area where you plan to place it. Take detailed measurements to ensure that the pieces you plan to buy will fit in the area. You may want to take note of how far your planned bar area is from the nearest refrigeration unit.

Stock the Bar

You’ll need mixers, accessories, and various types of alcohol to stock your new home bar. Get the basics, like rum, whiskey, gin, vodka, scotch, and wine, as well as some dry vermouth, lime juice, grenadine, tonic water, cola, and other basic mixers. Invest in some drinking glasses and mixing vessels to complete your inventory.

For the largest selection of bar stools and pub sets in San Diego, visit the Casual Dining & Bar Stools showroom. If we don’t have exactly what you’re looking for, you can always design your own home bar with the help of our design consultants! Call us today at (858) 225-4410 for more information.