Design Factors in an Outdoor Kitchen

Planning to have an Outdoor Kitchen in your home? You should need to give some thought to the design of your outdoor kitchen. For example, ventilation is important, so pay attention to space above and below your grill. You want the smoke to blow away from your cooking area. Make sure to sketch out the dimensions of your kitchen layout before buying your appliances and accessories. Some additions to contemplate when planning your design are:

• Portable Grill: Decide how large of a grill you need or want, and whether you want one that’s permanently positioned or mobile. If you plan to cook for large crowds, you’ll need a larger size, but if you’ll just cook for your family, invest in a smaller BBQ.
• Countertops: How much production space will you need in your outdoor kitchen? Plan your countertop space accordingly. Also, make sure you select a product that can withstand changes in weather.
• Built-in Cabinets: You might need some help designing the layout of your patio cabinets. Don’t underestimate the need for cupboards outdoors, or you will be running back and forth between your indoor and outdoor kitchen, which will put a crimp in the convenience factor.
• Lighting: Since you will probably be doing much of your meal preparation during the evening hours, you’ll need to have adequate lighting on your patio. You definitely don’t want to be chopping and slicing in the dark and you need to be able to see your grilled items clearly to make sure they’re rare, medium, or well done.
• Sink: Having a sink with running water is essential to convenient meal preparation. Install yours near your prep station for ease in clean up and adding liquid to recipes.
• Refrigerator: You might decide to have a small fridge or a full-sized one. It all depends on how much you plan to store outdoors.
• Flooring: Concrete, natural stone, brick, and tile are good options for outdoor flooring. You don’t want a high-maintenance product outside, but you do want it to be stylish and weather-resistant.

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