The Gold Coast Bulletin

Outdoor kitchen ideas

- ALAnA dIntInOsAn­te

An outdoor kitchen can be a great way to update your backyard and overall aesthetic of your home. crom summer BBns to birthday parties, if you love entertaini­ng then an outdoor kitchen is for you.

lutdoor kitchens are an emerging trend of indoor-outdoor living, inspiring homeowners to reflect the inside living space to outdoor decks and backyard spaces.

The best way to gather inspiratio­n for your outdoor kitchen is to save different kitchen styles you love from blog sites, magazines and Pinterest.

Trending outdoor kitchen designs you should consider is a durable BBn or cooktop - make sure you do your research and find the perfect one for your cooking needs.

lther design features might include: bar fridge, outdoor seating, sink, fireplace, counter spaces, Ts and pizza oven.

As the kitchen is located outdoors and facing exposure to heat, sun, moisture and cold it's important to use weather safe materials to build your outdoor kitchen.

Consider investing in good quality cabinetry and shelving to ensure your outdoor area is not only safe, but so you can utilise good storage space and you are able to move freely around your kitchen.

The cost of building an outdoor kitchen is much like an indoor kitchen renovation, it varies depending on the size, materials and appliances you choose.

To help stay within budget, you could try building a couple of features then later down the track, add to it.

If you have room in the budget, investing in an outdoor kitchen module can save you time and stress! They come complete with units and storage features including basics such as grill, sink, counter and fridge.

In the planning process, consider whether you live in an area ideal enough for an outdoor kitchen. tarmer areas will obviously give you more design flexibilit­y than say cold and wet areas. If colder climates are the majority of the year for you, then consider adding a roof or building under a verandah so you can still enjoy your space all year round.

The world is your oyster when it comes to outdoor kitchens. aepending on your budget, time and design concept anyone can enjoy an outdoor kitchen, all you need is careful planning, a little know-how and some creativity.

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A place to be enjoyed with friends and family!

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