This unprecedented year has many homeowners spending more time in their backyards. If one of the activities you’ve been doing more of include cooking outside, and your cooking experience hasn’t been ideal, it could be the ideal time to start planning an upgrade. To inspire you, here are four style options for the modern outdoor kitchen in Huntington and Sag Harbor, NY, areas.
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Sleek and Sophisticated
Take your outdoor kitchen to a new level of sophistication with an industrial touch. Cherry toned wood alongside smooth finishes including concrete countertops, monochrome wall units, stainless steel cabinets, plank-style pavers, and chic amenities such as a fire table can transform an ordinary outdoor kitchen into an unforgettable retreat.
Keep the textures and ornamentation to a minimum and let the more subtle details of the materials take center stage: the light pitting of concrete work surfaces, the patterns within pavers, the way the light hits the kitchen walls, and even the way that colors balance each other.
Built-in outdoor lighting such as under-cabinet or backsplash lighting rather than visible fixtures will add to the chic ambience while offering plenty of light as you whip up a gourmet meal.
Mediterranean Villa
The Mediterranean countries are known for their emphasis on outdoor gatherings around large tables filled with delicious foods. Re-create the joy of Mediterranean-style gatherings starting with a spacious pergola that houses a comfortable cooking area and plenty of room for everyone to socialize and share meals.
The pavers and wall materials chosen for Mediterranean-style landscape designs tend to be based on comfort in the hot sun. Pale or sand-colored pavers and wall veneers with tumbled/distressed textures can result in the most authentic look. You could also liven up the design by opting for a few cobblestone accents that bring to mind ancient Roman roads.
Don’t forget to consider a wood-fired pizza oven. It would be a hit with young and old! A pizza oven can be stand-alone or attached to the outdoor kitchen. Choose the same wall materials along with brick accents for an authentic look.
Beach Resort
If you dream of a luxurious getaway to your favorite seaside resort, why not bring the ambience home? Re-create the feeling and enjoy a backyard staycation anytime! Imagine a colorful kamado grill (an egg-shaped ceramic grill) set next to a sand-colored granite countertop with subtle veining and speckling. The pop of color against the neutral tones of the countertop will add a festive air no matter the season.
For the walls, imagine the cliffs that jut out against the sea. Whether dark gray, sandy, or nearly white, these vertical surfaces will transport you back to your favorite getaway. Finish the look with sand-colored, large-format pavers along with subtle jointing compound colors to give the illusion of an endless sandy beach. A trellis covered in flowering vines add to the tropical flair.
Farmhouse Charm
A farmhouse kitchen is built to last, whether it’s indoors or out. Start with a wood-fired oven beside the grill, where you can bake bread or pizza. Wall units could be made to resemble stacked flagstone (or another type of local stone), with plenty of texture to reflect the handmade quality of the space.
Give your outdoor kitchen a modern touch with stainless appliances, as well as a generous bar space reminiscent of a farmhouse table. Stained concrete is a great choice for a wood-toned look—and it’s a durable surface with modern flair.
