Designing an outdoor kitchen it is not easy, there are several aspects to evaluate and take into consideration, as it is quite a demanding job. Outdoor kitchens are perfect in the case of a large garden or terrace, because they furnish and make the environment welcoming and comfortable.
Evaluate the spaces well
Pixabay / Evaluate the space in the garden well before designing the outdoor kitchen.
The first question to ask is: “Is there enough space in the garden?” Before proceeding with the design of yours outdoor kitchen it is essential to calculate how much space you have available. The outdoor kitchen includes not only the stove, but also the sink, a niche for storing utensils and dishes, and a corner dedicated to waste collection.
The budget
Unsplash / Evaluate the budget available before designing an outdoor kitchen.
After calculating the square footage and spaces, the second step concerns the budget. This means calculating well all the costs and expenses to be faced to build an equipped and welcoming outdoor kitchen.
What accessories to include?
Unsplash / Outdoor kitchen equipped with all the necessary accessories.
During the outdoor kitchen design it is also good to think about any accessories to include. For example, comfortable electric plates are perfect, especially when the stove is busy, or, we advise you to think of an induction hob, which heats up much faster allowing you to cook food in the shortest possible time.
Insert the lights
Pixabay / LED spotlights are ideal for lighting the outdoor kitchen.
When it comes to outdoor kitchens, it is also good to consider inserting lights, especially during summer evenings. There are grills with integrated devices that are very convenient for cooking in the evening, otherwise you can always opt for gods LED spotlights.
Include a waste collection area
Unsplash / Including a waste collection area is important in the design of the outdoor kitchen.
Before designing an outdoor kitchen it is good to understand if you have enough space to insert the rubbish collection, in order to avoid getting dirty and leaving the garbage in the garden.
Space for aromatic plants
Unsplash / Aromatic plants to be included in the outdoor kitchen.
What a kitchen is without aromatic seedlings? Basil, parsley and oregano are indispensable when preparing dishes, for this reason it is important to insert a small space for aromatic plants near the stove. These not only give more taste to the dishes, but they also furnish and give a green touch to the environment.
Designing the space for a sink
Unsplash / The sink is essential in outdoor kitchens.
An outdoor kitchen needs a corner to wash the dishes. Therefore, it is necessary to insert a sink, even a small one, where you can clean dirty accessories.
Choose the right materials
Pixabay / Outdoor kitchen furnished with wooden tables and colored metal chairs.
Another important thing is to choose the materials righteous, both for the outdoor kitchen and for the dining area. We recommend the rattan for garden tables, chairs and any armchairs; for furnishing accessories, wood or materials such as granite, extremely elegant, are also beautiful. For the kitchen and all the related accessories it is good to opt for thesteel stainless and long lasting.
Opt for a covered outdoor kitchen
Pixabay / Outdoor kitchen with cover.
During the outdoor kitchen design it is good to consider inserting one coverage. This not only serves to protect the whole environment from rain, bad weather and dust, but helps to make the whole outdoor space much more elegant and chic.
Opt for washable tiles
Pixabay / Easily washable white kitchen tiles with black details.
The kitchen must be washed and cleaned, even and especially the outdoor ones. Therefore, at the time of planning we advise you to consider inserting tiles, both for the flooring and for the worktop, which are easily washable. Furthermore, it should be noted that the cement tiles in the kitchen help to create a welcoming and elegant environment.
