If you’ve ever tried hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner in a kitchen that isn’t working for you, you already know the struggle: nowhere to prep, limited seating, not enough storage, and a layout that leaves you dancing around guests instead of entertaining them.
Here’s the good news: a kitchen built for entertaining is within reach—but if you want it ready before the holidays, now is the time to start.
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Know Your Timeline: When to Order Cabinets to Ensure Your Ready for the Holidays
To be ready to host Thanksgiving or Christmas in your new kitchen, we recommend placing your cabinet order at least 3 months in advance. Here’s why:
- Free online design consultation and revisions, allow 2–4 weeks
- Most cabinet deliveries take up to 15 business days
- If using a contractor, assembly and installation can take an additional 3–4 weeks
To comfortably host a Thanksgiving feast by mid-November, you should be finalizing your cabinet design and order by early to mid-August. The sooner you start, the more options you’ll have—especially if you want flexibility in scheduling.
Need Something Quicker?
Need something quicker? Ask us about faster-delivery lines like Capital Highland Shaker White and Oxford Toffee. Expedited service may also be available by request through our customer service team – to find out more info, email csr@discountkitchendirect.com.
Ensure your beautiful new kitchen is ready before guests arrive. Place your order by August 15th and use promo code READYTOHOST for 10% off your online order.
Start With a Space That Works for People, Not Just Pots and Pans
When planning a kitchen for gatherings, think beyond appliances and finishes. Consider:
- Open layouts that allow you to cook and chat at the same time
- A large island with seating for casual conversation (or taste testers!)
- Beverage stations or coffee bars to keep guests out of your prep zone
- Pullouts, spice racks, and smart storage to minimize countertop clutter
Whether you love casual brunches, formal holiday dinners, or game day snacks, a functional layout is the key to stress-free hosting.
Entertaining-Friendly Features to Consider
Your kitchen should do more than look great—it should make hosting easier. Here are a few of our favorite functional features:
- Wine storage and wine racks built into cabinetry
- Coffee bar zones with open shelving and appliance garages
- Floating shelves for glassware or curated serveware
- Pullout spice racks to keep your favorite flavors within reach
All of our cabinet lines can be customized around these ideas, whether your style leans modern, traditional, or somewhere in between.
Work With Our Team or DIY With Confidence
At Discount Kitchen Direct, we serve both homeowners and professionals—but many of our local customers rely on our team as their trusted contractor for the entire process.
From your first design meeting to final installation, we offer within the Lincolnton, Charlotte, and Charleston areas:
- Free kitchen design services to help map your space around how you live and host
- Full-service cabinet construction, delivery, and installation
- Optional DIY support for those who are ready to tackle installation themselves
All you need to bring is a vision—Pinterest boards, inspiration photos, and a defined budget go a long way in helping our designers bring it to life.
Plan Now, Host in Style Later
We get it: the holidays feel far away… until they’re not.
If a new kitchen is on your wishlist before you carve the turkey or toast the season, now is the time to take the first step.
Work with your local DKD team for full-service support, or take the DIY route—either way, we’re here to help.
Let’s get started today—your future self (and your future guests) will thank you.
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