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77 Outdoor Kitchen Ideas Designed to Get You Cooking

White stoned outdoor kitchen with sink and grill behind dining table

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If you are looking for outdoor kitchen ideas for your deck, patio, balcony, terrace, or backyard, there are plenty of ways you can upgrade your al fresco entertaining space to move the party outside in comfort and style.

An outdoor kitchen can mean anything from a compact built-in grilling station on your condo terrace, to a backyard patio with a wall of cooking and prep space, to a full-blown luxury outdoor entertaining oasis complete with a fully equipped kitchen, dining and lounge spaces.

It may include everything from a built-in grill to refrigerated food and beverage storage, ovens, sinks, cabinets, islands, dishwashers, and more. The right outdoor kitchen will correspond to your home design style and landscaping, from traditional to modern and contemporary, and everything in between. 

Let these stylish outdoor kitchen ideas in a range of sizes, styles, and price points inspire you to build your own outdoor cooking space fit for casual family meals and epic entertaining.

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    Vertical Garden Kitchen

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    Design by Heather Hilliard Design / Photo by David Duncan Livingston

    This modern outdoor kitchen in San Francisco’s Cow Hollow neighborhood from Heather Hilliard Design is located on a large balcony just off of the main kitchen and dining space.

    Bright blue cabinetry adds an unexpected splash of color, but the towering multi-colored living wall behind it steals the show with its manicured design that resembles a work of modern art.

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    Wood-Fired Oven

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    Design by Seed Studio Landscape Design / Photo by Travis Rhoads Photography

    This warm and relaxing San Francisco outdoor kitchen from Seed Studio Landscape Design features a tiled, wood-fired pizza oven and grill that is seamlessly integrated with vertical wood veneer slats that match the same tones as the horizontal wood fencing.

    A Moroccan-style backsplash adds some color and indoor sophistication, and light toned concrete pavers and integrated lighting adds modern polish and a pleasing nighttime ambiance.

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    Indoor-Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Thomas Guy Interiors / Photo by Haylei Smith

    This outdoor kitchen from interior designer Lance Thomas of Thomas Guy Interiors is tucked onto the back wall of a spacious exterior patio and blends in perfectly with the outdoor space's gray and white palette and adjacent lounge space.

    Thomas recommends using weather-friendly materials and fabrics in an outdoor space for durability, such as eco-friendly rattan. And he recommends incorporating greenery such as banana leaf trees and orchids "to add a touch of nature," adding that "high-design planters can be a creative way to show off one’s own personal style."

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    Outdoor Kitchen Skylight

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    Design by Maite Granda

    This long, linear outdoor kitchen and dining area from interior designer Maite Granda has a mix of brick, concrete, stainless steel, and wood, with a vaulted skylight and a clear glass sheet railing that separates the dining room from the pool.

    The spacious kitchen includes plenty of closed storage space so that supplies can be neatly stored outside, eliminating annoying trips back and forth between the indoors and the outdoors.

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    L-Shaped Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Marie Flanigan Interiors

    This L-shaped outdoor kitchen from Marie Flanigan Interiors has stainless steel appliances and a pretty patterned tile backsplash that makes it feel as put together as an inside space.

    An oversized statement hood vent helps to whisk away smoke from the grill and adds dimension to the outdoor space.

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    Family-Style Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Mel Bean Interiors / Photo by Laurey Glenn

    This spacious outdoor kitchen from Mel Bean Interiors is connected to the outdoors on one side and to the indoor kitchen on the other, separated by sliding windows, and features an outdoor living room space on the other side of the patio with a sofa and a fireplace.

    “It is important that the design is functional for the family," says Bean, who recommends "prioritizing hardworking fabrics and an open-concept layout that connects to the outdoors for family—kids and dogs included—to move around."

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    Industrial Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Manscapers / Photo by Dane Tashima

    This compact backyard kitchen grilling station from Manscapers has no-nonsense industrial stainless steel appliances, matte black wood fencing, and plenty of surrounding greenery to define the kitchen and lounge spaces and to soften up the industrial vibes of the kitchen.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Bar

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Anthony Crisafulli

    This Brooklyn outdoor kitchen from New Eco Landscapes has a wood-clad bar opposite the grilling area that is clad in the same warm wood siding for a cohesive look.

    The bar offers a place for casual meals or keeping the grill master company, while a larger dining table, banquette and chairs is located a few feet away for sit-down meals and large gatherings.

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    Rooftop Bar Island

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    Fantastic Frank

    The outdoor kitchen on this rooftop terrace from Fantastic Frank is sleek and compact, with stainless steel appliances and a barbecue built into a freestanding block positioned with its back to the outdoor lounge area on the other side.

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    Transitional Patio Kitchen

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    Design by Marie Flanigan Interiors

    This transitional style outdoor kitchen from Marie Flanigan Interiors has a massive signature oven hood with a pewter finish that creates a focal point and provides an essential service for those who don't like choking on smoke from the barbecue.

    A tall backsplash of pale buttery stone adds texture, wood cabinetry adds warmth, and a large modern table and chairs with clean lines keep it from leaning too traditional.

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    Pizza Oven Kitchen

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    Home Consultant

    Scale your outdoor kitchen to your tastes and interests. The main event in this outdoor kitchen from Home Consultant is a brick pizza oven painted in a warm shade of gray along the side wall of a spacious Los Angeles patio.

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    One-Wall Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Maite Granda

    While some people like their outdoor kitchens to be as open plan as their indoor kitchens, there are still some people who prefer to keep their kitchens discreetly tucked away and their meal prep mess mostly out of sight.

    This Florida outdoor kitchen from interior designer Maite Granda is set up corridor-style and behind a half wall that's tall enough to hide clutter from the lounge space on the other side. A row of pendant lights defines the space.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Canopy

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    Fantastic Frank

    This outdoor kitchen from Fantastic Frank is sheltered from the elements by a large tarp, and equipped with a wall of black appliances and prep space that includes a full-size fridge.

    The wood deck flooring is a nice contrast with the stone wall surrounding the yard, and woven rattan chairs with black metal bases offer a casual chic look.

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    Semi-Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Martha O'Hara Interiors / Photo by Spacecrafting Photography

    Depending on the climate where you live, a fully outdoor kitchen isn't always desirable or realistic.

    This semi-outdoor kitchen from Martha O'Hara Interiors is located on the back screened in porch of a Prior Lake, Minnesota bungalow that protects it from the elements and keeps cooks and diners safe from the bugs.

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    Freestanding Kitchen Bar

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    Fantastic Frank

    The outdoor kitchen in this Ibiza home from Fantastic Frank has a holiday beach feel.

    The boxy white structure creates a well defined space that's separate from the main house, and the cooking and prep area is largely hidden behind a covered outdoor bar.

    Two open sides ensure that the breezes keep flowing and that the kitchen and bar area remains open to the rest of the backyard entertaining space.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Dining

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    Design by Lisa Gilmore Design / Photo by Native House Photography

    If you live in a state like Florida, you can invest in an outdoor kitchen knowing that it will get year-round use.

    This formal Florida outdoor kitchen and dining space from Lisa Gilmore Design is fully equipped and lit for poolside cooking and dining thanks to built-in lighting on the ceiling, the cooking and prep spaces, and a giant chandelier over the dining table.

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    Handcrafted Outdoor Kitchen

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    Fantastic Frank

    This luxurious poolside kitchen from Fantastic Frank is designed in shades of pale stone and black finishes, with a sleek built-in kitchen wall and a large outdoor dining table.

    An imposing hood vent and large carved stone sculptures on either side of the kitchen wall define the space and create a dramatic handcrafted focal point when viewed from behind the glass doors on the inside.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Awning

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    Design by Breeze Giannasio Interiors / Photo by Meghan bob Photography

    An outdoor kitchen can be the focal point of an outdoor patio, or tucked away to give the rest of the decor a chance to shine.

    On this outdoor patio kitchen and dining space from Breeze Giannasio Interiors, a compact grilling and prep area is located at the back of the long, linear space, leaving the formal dining area with its retro awning to take center stage.

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    Luxury Outdoor Kitchen

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    Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet

    This secluded outdoor kitchen in Bridgehampton, NY from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is a summer house dream, with stainless steel, state-of-the-art outdoor cooking equipment, and cabinetry.

    The vast outdoor space is a self-contained living space designed for outdoor summer living and entertaining, complete with a lounge area, a fire pit, and a large dining table under a majestic tree.

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    Small Balcony Kitchen

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    Design by White Sands Design Build

    Not everyone has a backyard that can house a large outdoor kitchen, but if you're an apartment or condo dweller who is fortunate enough to have a balcony, a built-in grilling station can feel like a luxury.

    This small outdoor space from White Sands has a compact grilling station and lounge seating, but an outdoor table and chairs would work here, too.

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    Discreet Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Mindy Gayer Design Co.

    While an outdoor kitchen can be a focal point in some exterior spaces, in this large Newport Beach, CA backyard from Mindy Gayer Design Co., the kitchen is visible from the main outdoor space but tucked along a side wall, leaving space for lounge and dining areas around the pool.

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    Compact Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Design Lines Signature / Photo by Jane Beiles

    The grilling station in this outdoor kitchen from Design Lines Signature includes a regular grill and a Big Green Egg, located steps away from a shaded seating area through an archway that offers a place to relax while you're waiting for your food to cook.

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    Minimalist Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Costas Picadas

    If your outdoor space is located on a rooftop, keep things simple and low-maintenance with a minimalist approach, like this New York City rooftop kitchen from New Eco Landscapes.

    With a long linear grilling and prep space built against an outdoor wall, it has plenty of built-in storage for food, cookware, tableware, and other essentials, and wood cladding for warmth.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Backsplash

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    Design by Studio KT

    This outdoor kitchen from Studio KT has contrasting mixed light and dark stone finishes that gives the backsplash and bar counter dimension against the sprawling stone patio. Built-in sconce lighting adds polish and warm light after dark.

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    Corner Kitchen

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    Design by Manscapers / Photo by Dane Tashima

    This small outdoor kitchen grilling and prep station from Manscapers is tucked away in the corner of an urban rooftop deck in New York City. It is sheltered with tall wood fencing for shade and privacy, with mixed greenery to give it a casual chic urban feel.

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    Wood and Stone Kitchen

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Costas Picadas

    This long linear outdoor kitchen from New Eco Landscapes is clad in warm wood that contrasts with the stainless steel grill hood and the rough stone pavers that cover the spacious patio floor.

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    Sleek Rooftop Kitchen

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    Fantastic Frank

    The sleek white minimalist outdoor kitchen on this sun-bleached rooftop terrace in Ibiza from Fantastic Frank is seamlessly built into the wall, making it almost look like part of the architecture.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Deck

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Anthony Crisafulli

    The outdoor kitchen and dining area in this backyard living space from New Eco Landscapes has painted black deck flooring that defines the space and offers contrast with the adjacent paved stone patio and lounge space.

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    Indoor-Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Mark Langos Interior Design / Photo by Meghan Beierle-O’Brien

    This small pool house kitchen and bar from Mark Langos Interior Design has industrial style black framed accordion windows that protect the space from the elements when not in use.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Flooring

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    Design by Mark Langos Interior Design / Photo by Meghan Beierle-O'Brien

    This small indoor outdoor kitchen and bar from Mark Langos Interior Design has the same flooring as the adjacent patio for a cohesive feel.

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    Semi-Covered Kitchen

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    Design by Marie Flanigan Interiors

    This covered modern farmhouse-style outdoor kitchen from Marie Flanigan Interiors has a gleaming stainless steel backsplash, a vintage-style oven, fresh painted blue cabinetry, a mix of wood finishes, and a swinging slatted half door just for fun.

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    Wood-Clad Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Anthony Crisafulli

    Covering the front of the outdoor kitchen cabinetry with natural toned wood similar to the outdoor fencing and tall angled pergola gives this outdoor kitchen from New Eco Landscapes a cohesive look. Bright blue chairs around the dining table add a colorful focal point that complements the surrounding greenery.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Bar Seating

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    My 100 Year Old Home

    My 100 Year Old Home added an island with a built-in outdoor sink, cold storage, and prep space on one side and bar seating on the other to expand a patio cooking station that already included a barbecue and a smoker.

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    All-White Outdoor Kitchen

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    A Beautiful Mess

    This all-white outdoor space from A Beautiful Mess includes a sink and peninsula that divides the dining space from the all-white kitchen that is built into a back wall and features a single yellow accent that catches the eye. A smattering of potted plants help connect the outdoor space to the yard beyond.

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    Galley-Style Kitchen

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Anthony Crisafulli

    New Eco Landscapes created a functional galley-style kitchen layout by positioning a bar opposite the outdoor kitchen block.

    Using the same stone countertops and similar warm toned wood cladding makes the two elements feel cohesive despite their slightly varying proportions, like fraternal rather than identical twins.

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    High Glam Outdoor Kitchen

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    Officine Gullo

    This glamorous outdoor kitchen from Italy's Officine Gullo is an over-the-top exercise in luxury and glamour. It features sleek white and silver finishes, high-end appliances and fittings, classic marble flooring, and fun details like a restaurant-style wineglass rack suspended from the pergola ceilings.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Sink

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    Design by Mel Bean Interiors / Photo by Laurey Glenn

    A large window over the sink in this outdoor kitchen from Mel Bean Interiors offers a view of the indoors for a change.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Lounge

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    Design by Mary Patton Design / Photo by Molly Culver

    This outdoor grilling area and lounge space from Mary Patton Design has a seamless, contemporary look, with comfortable modern seating, clean lines, a patterned rug, and neutral tones save for some nearly fluorescent pops of green that are a callback to the green lawn beyond.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Lounge

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    Design by Robert W. Adler & Associates / Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet

    This outdoor kitchen designed by Robert W. Adler & Associates with an outdoor kitchen from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is part of a large home entertaining space in Oakhurst, NY. The modern space features a dining area and lounge area complete with a modern linear fireplace.

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    U-Shaped Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Robert W. Adler & Associates / Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet

    This outdoor kitchen designed by Robert W. Adler & Associates with a kitchen from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is built in a compact U-shape that creates an efficient layout for meal prep and includes built-in bar seating off to one side.

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    Rooftop Kitchenette

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    Design by New Eco Landscapes / Photo by Anthony Crisafulli

    This outdoor kitchen from New Eco Landscapes is located on a New York City rooftop patio, two steps up from the faux lawn, and adjacent to an outdoor lounge space and dining area under a pergola.

    Reclaimed planters filled with mixed greenery lining the walls of the rooftop add a welcome dose of nature in the middle of the concrete jungle.

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    Backyard Kitchen

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    Design by Seed Studio Landscape Design / Photo by Travis Rhoads Photography

    An outdoor kitchen conveniently located right outside the house may also save money on plumbing and electrical installation.

    But installing a kitchen on the far end of the yard can ensure that the house doesn't get permeated with grill smoke or cooking smells, like this outdoor kitchen from Seed Studio Landscape Design located across the pool area and lawn of this spacious backyard.

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    Silver and Concrete Kitchen

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    Officine Gullo

    This outdoor kitchen and bar set-up from Officine Gullo has cabinetry, appliances, and fittings in tones of stainless steel and silver. Gray stone and concrete finish flooring and a containing wall and bar island creates a sophisticated tonal design.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Green Wall

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    Officine Gullo

    A low-slung ledge planted with bulbous succulents adds a fresh green element behind this shiny outdoor kitchen from Officine Gullo.

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    Kitchen Island Grill

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    Design by Living With Lolo / Photo by Life Created

    This simple outdoor grilling station from Living With Lolo features a candy pink grill built into a freestanding tiled waterfall edge island that offers plenty of prep space and a gleaming black tile finish.

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    Kitchen Island

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    Design by Landscape Associates / John Koss Builders / Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet

    This outdoor kitchen from Landscape Associates, John Koss Builders, and Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is a standalone structure built on a sprawling property on the outskirts of Manitowoc, WI.

    Thick columns support a sturdy roof with ceiling fans and open sides that offer wrap-around views of the surrounding landscape that including a pond for fishing tonight's dinner.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Deck

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    Design and Photo by Aniko Levai / Place of My Taste

    Photographer and blogger Aniko Levai from Place of My Taste built her DIY outdoor kitchen around a wood pergola that matches the two-level decking and outdoor dining furniture. Stainless steel appliances add contrast.

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    Bar-Style Rooftop Kitchen

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    Officine Gullo

    This luxurious outdoor kitchen from Officine Gullo has wraparound seating, a central grill, and sleek contemporary finishes that is ideal for entertaining.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Landscaping

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    Design by Kern & Co.

    Don't forget to incorporate landscaping around your outdoor kitchen for an integrated feel.

    This white and bright outdoor kitchen from Kern & Co. has painted wood siding, stainless steel appliances, scattered ivy and large pavers in a green grass grid pattern.

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    Luxury Outdoor Kitchen

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    Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet

    This Florida outdoor kitchen from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet is the centerpiece of a large year-round entertaining space that includes a dining and lounge area. The fully equipped kitchen has every luxury imaginable for the outdoor home cook.

    It includes a built-in grill that can be used to cook for parties of 50 people, a powerful oven hood, a gas-fired pizza oven, four cooktop burners, energy-efficient refrigerator and freezer space, an outdoor wine chiller, plenty of prep space, and perhaps best of all, an outdoor dishwasher.

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    Adjustable Colored Lighting

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    Seed Studio Landscape Design / Travis Rhoads Photography

    While task lighting is important in an outdoor kitchen, so is ambiance. Seed Studio Landscape Design installed an adjustable colored lighting system in this backyard space that allows you to change the mood.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Bar

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    Brian Brown Studio / Photo by Jenny Siegwart

    Add a pergola to your outdoor kitchen to provide shade and reduce glare on scorching afternoons.

    Brian Brown Studio hung a wall-mounted TV on the tiled wall above this outdoor kitchen, so that you can cook up a storm without missing your favorite show.

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    Waterfall Edge Counterop

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    Michelle Boudreau Design

    House your outdoor kitchen in a waterfall edge island for a sleek and compact look. Michelle Boudreau Design chose pale stone countertops and black base cabinets that echo the accent wall in the adjacent lounge space.

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    Covered Patio Kitchen

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    Audrey Drought Design / Giles Campbell Architects / Photo by Sonya Sellers

    Rustic materials will make your outdoor kitchen and lounge space feel homey and as substantial as an outdoor room.

    Audrey Drought Design and Giles Campbell Architects paired a concrete patio with a brick fireplace and matching columns. Wood base cabinetry adds warmth.

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    Covered Dining Area

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    Audrey Drought Design / Giles Campbell Architects / Photo by Sonya Sellers

    The dining area of this L-shaped covered outdoor kitchen from Audrey Drought Design and Giles Campbell Architects is anchored by a pendant light.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Fridge

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    Officine Gullo

    Add a small beverage fridge to the base of your outdoor kitchen island that lets guests serve themselves. This luxury kitchen from Officine Gullo includes a pair of side-by-side fridges for storing wine and soda.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Walls

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    Michelle Boudreau Design

    Wood slat walls add warmth to an outdoor kitchen space while allowing some light to seep through. Michelle Boudreau Design paired wood slat walls with stainless steel, concrete, and stone for a modern look. A peninsula with bar seating adds functionality in the compact space.

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    Rustic Outdoor Kitchen Bar

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    Raili CA Design / Photo by Val Bauer

    Create a laid back island vacation feel with wrap-around bar seating. Raili CA Design decorated this outdoor space with natural accents like dark wood, leather, and woven elements for an earthy and relaxed feel.

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    Semi-Open Outdoor Kitchen

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    Officine Gullo

    Create a semi-open feel with a wood beam and roof that will protect your outdoor kitchen from the elements without compromising the view, like this lakeside kitchen from Officine Gullo that is worthy of a professional chef.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Cubicle

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    Marie Flanigan Interiors

    If you prefer to segregate your outdoor kitchen from the rest of your backyard, build a discreet cubicle to keep it out of sight.

    Marie Flanigan Interiors built whitewashed brick half-walls around this rustic outdoor kitchen, adding landscaping at the entrance to give it a finished feel.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Layout

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    Structure a large outdoor kitchen with a galley-style layout. Crisp Architects finished this back patio space with dark wood and stone. The space is wide enough to accommodate a large dining table and chairs in the middle of the space.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Fireplace

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    Integrate a linear fireplace to give your outdoor kitchen a modern feel. Crisp Architects tucked a linear fireplace opposite the dining table of this shady outdoor kitchen, setting up a small bar on the countertop above.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Layout

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    Structure an outdoor kitchen space with a pergola. Crisp Architects used a pair of pergolas to bookend this patio kitchen that leads to a lounge space below.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Shelf

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    Fantastic Frank

    Add space to a small outdoor kitchen with a floating shelf. This semi-open rustic outdoor kitchen from Fantastic Frank includes a floating shelf suspended from the overhead wood beams.

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    Pendant Lights

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    Officine Gullo

    Give your space an indoor-outdoor feel after dark with hanging pendant lights. Officine Gullo hung a pair of fixtures with soft shades from the roof beams in this spacious outdoor kitchen that anchors the large kitchen island and bar seating.

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    Contemporary Kitchen Dining

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    Maite Granda

    Outfit a contemporary patio with an outdoor kitchen and dining area that blends seamlessly with the indoors and the landscaping.

    Interior designer Maite Granda chose a modern dining table with a reflective surface and a line of LED table lamps that bounce light around in this covered outdoor entertaining space.

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    Warm and Cool Finishes

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    Maite Granda

    Pair cool and warm finishes for a balanced feel, like this minimalist outdoor kitchen from interior designer Maite Granda that is finished with warm wood tones, cool stone, and stainless steel appliances for a contemporary minimalist feel.

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    Courtyard Kitchen

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    Kate Marker Interiors

    Make an outdoor kitchen part of a multifunctional entertaining space, like this courtyard kitchen from Kate Marker Interiors that includes a grill, fridge, sink, and wall-mounted sconces that help light the dining area.

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    Seamless Outdoor Kitchen

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    Design by Architects Magnus / Photo by Jenny Siegwart

    Blur the lines between indoors and out to create an outdoor kitchen, dining, and lounge space that blends seamlessly with the interiors, like this Southern California space from Architects Magnus. Accent with bright nature-inspired shades of yellow and green to energize a neutral palette.

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    Outdoor Kitchen Pavilion

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    Build a standalone pavilion to give your outdoor kitchen pride of place in a spacious backyard, like this space from Crisp Architects.

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    Poolside Kitchen Pavilion

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    This poolside pavilion from Crisp Architects houses a fully equipped kitchen with a roof and a view of the pool to make the space feel visually connected with the rest of the outdoor space.

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    Small Patio Kitchen

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    Fantastic Frank

    Finish your outdoor kitchen in the same stucco as your walls for a seamless, minimalist feel. This small outdoor kitchen from Fantastic Frank is protected by a covered backyard patio roof. An integrated sink allows for washing vegetables and cleaning dishes without having to carry them back inside.

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    Polished Concrete Flooring

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    Design by Martha O’Hara Interiors / Photo by Andrea Calo

    Polished concrete flooring lends a contemporary feel to this outdoor kitchen and dining patio from Martha O’Hara Interiors. A wood-clad ceiling adds warmth.

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    Hillside Kitchen

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    Make your outdoor kitchen one with the landscape using rustic finishes like this stone kitchen nestled into a backyard hilltop from Crisp Architects.

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    Modern Poolside Kitchen

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    Design by Maestri Studio / Photo by Aaron Dougherty

    Complete your pool area with an outdoor kitchen bar space. Maestri Studio chose simple finishes and neutral colors that blend in with the overall design of the pool area.

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    Pool House Kitchen

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    Design by Crisp Architects / Photo by Rob Karosis

    A small kitchen and dining space adds functionality to this pool house patio from Crisp Architects.

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    Large Outdoor Kitchen

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    Kendall Wilkinson Design

    Keep the outdoor kitchen close to the house so you won't have to carry supplies and dishes across the yard before and after meals. Kendall Wilkinson Design placed the outdoor kitchen near a fire pit on the patio, setting the large dining table a few steps down.

Does adding an outdoor kitchen add value? 

Adding a functional and stylish outdoor kitchen will add value to your life by optimizing your outdoor space for family time and entertaining, particularly if you live in a warm climate where outdoor living is viable year-round.

Assuming that you keep your outdoor kitchen updated and well maintained so that it is in good working condition when you go to sell your home, it can increase the value of your home by between 60% and 100% of the money you spent building it, according to Angi.

What is the average price for a custom outdoor kitchen?

According to Angi, building an outdoor kitchen ranges from $1,000 to $50,000, with the average coming in at $15,717.

The cost of building an outdoor kitchen will vary depending on its size and layout, the materials used, and the equipment and appliances you choose.

Local materials and labor costs are always a factor in determining price, and you can of course save money if you have the DIY skills to build your own.

What is the least expensive way to build an outdoor kitchen? 

Build it yourself, assuming that you have the time and DIY skills. Keep in mind that building a large outdoor kitchen with all the bells and whistles is a major project that often requires permitting for gas and electrical lines and other requirements. A smaller, simpler, less expensive outdoor kitchen can be set up around a grill or a wood-fired pizza oven. 

What is a must for an outdoor kitchen?

The only real must for an outdoor kitchen is a heat source that allows you to cook food. Whether this is a freestanding grill, a pizza oven, or a more elaborate set-up that includes a range and an oven is up to you. Prep space is also essential. If you want more, consider everything from a sink, dishwasher, refrigerated cabinets,

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