Beautiful as part of the residential design, landscaped outdoor kitchens are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners. When the weather is so nice and inviting, why be cooped up indoors? Whether the function is to host elaborate garden parties, casual entertainment or to relish a quiet romantic dinner for two, adding an outdoor kitchen to your Main Line or Philadelphia landscape can greatly enhance your outdoor experience and good times with friends and family.

What’s behind the popularity of outdoor kitchens? “There are many reasons for building an outdoor kitchen, some practical and some about lifestyle. For example, eliminating the need to run back and forth at mealtime in order to obtain the elements you need for food preparation, ensuring time with family and friends without interruptions or increase the quality of life and, why not, the quality of meal,” according to goodshomedesign.com.

Outdoor kitchen design possibilities are delightfully boundless and also a bit overwhelming. Even a cursory Internet search for outdoor kitchen images will reveal numerous designs, materials and functions for such a place. How can you sort through all the options and actually make this happen in your own outdoor living space?

• Style: Choose a style that complements the architecture of your home. You want your outdoor kitchen to be a seamless extension of your house, bringing a feeling of cohesion and harmony – otherwise, the intended effect might be compromised for something a little more hodgepodge and confusing.
• Scaled to Budget: Choose a design that fits your budget. Outdoor kitchens are so divers and can range in size from a simple patio area with a grill and small counter top for food prep to one that is decked out with all the bells and whistles – and the prices naturally reflect the progression. Determine your primary needs and try to plan in accordance with your desired price range.
• Kitchen Function: Remember to apply classic kitchen design principles such as the work triangle which defines the approximate arrangement of refrigerator / freezer, grill / cook top, sink, and prep counters / storage.

Finally, select a landscaping company that can assist you in navigating through all the options to find the best plan for your specific Main Line or Philadelphia landscape. It is so helpful to have the knowledge and experience of a trusted company working for you in making that outdoor kitchen space dream a reality.

Have you considered an outdoor kitchen for your landscape? If you have, remember these three design principles and other best practices for planning and sizing your outdoor kitchen. Think about all the freedom, beauty and fun it can bring into the fuller enjoyment of your Main Line or Philadelphia landscaped outdoor living space – and get started on it today!

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