We are enjoying the camaraderie of friends, delegating chores, sharing a glass of wine. Preparing the meal becomes part of the entertainment. The more warm and inviting the kitchen is, the more your friends will gravitate to it. The perfect examples are those great, old Italian kitchens found in Tuscany. You just have to choose those elements that make the Tuscan kitchen unique, and adopt them as your own.
Color is always a good place to start.
To achieve a truly Tuscan feel, draw on the colors of nature, as they have done for years. Many walls feature deep yellows and warm golden hues. Many Italian style kitchens feature flooring of stone or quarry tiles, in an earthy ochre or cinnamon shade. If you cannot afford a new floor, there are many lovely area rugs you could use. Another easy and inexpensive way to achieve this look is with accessories.