So… you have made the decision to extend your living space into a functional and inviting outdoor kitchen. How wonderful! But perhaps you are thinking that was the easy part. Where do you go from wanting one to actually having one? First, you need to consider some elements to help with the planning and sizing your Main Line outdoor kitchen.

Planning Your Outdoor Kitchen

It is important to determine the functional requirements for the outdoor kitchen space you desire. Ask the following questions to generate ideas for your outdoor kitchen design…

• Do you need a simple area in which to grill steaks and dine alfresco with your immediate family and close friends?
• Or do you envision garden parties as you play host to larger numbers and plan to prepare and serve more elaborate meals in that outdoor kitchen area?
• Do you want a relaxing environment, or would you prefer something more festive and lively?
  

  Hardscaped patio and walls covered with Travertine pavers (Image via aardweglandscaping.com – Main Line Philadelphia PA)

• What is the overall feel you wish to convey in your outdoor kitchen? Defining the intended purpose and atmosphere of the space will help bring clarity to the design process and ensure you end up with the layout you are going to love.

Sizing Your Outdoor Kitchen

Any planning and sizing of your Main Line outdoor kitchen will necessarily involve objectively determining exactly how large the kitchen should be. For anything more complex than occasional hamburger barbecues, professional designers recommend allowing for specific cooking zones, including prep and storage, refrigerated, cooking/grilling and cleaning zones, not to mention ample serving and dining areas.

With some deliberate forethought and invaluable advice from your local landscaping professional, the planning and sizing of your Main Line outdoor kitchen design will result in the creation of a vibrant and lovely work of art; and hospitality designed to warm the hearts of family, friends and neighbors throughout the entire season.

In 2014, 2015, and 2016 Aardweg Landscaping of Newtown Square, PA received the “Best Of Houzz” award forCustomer Satisfaction by Houzz. They also received the exclusive “Recommended” badge for top rated professionals on Houzz in 2015.

Schedule a complimentary on-site consultation to discuss arrangements for landscape and outdoor living space design with Philadelphia area Aardweg Landscaping by calling 610.355.0703, or by send an email using the website contact form.