Why You Should Consider Adding An Outdoor Kitchen And A Gazebo To Your Home

Who wouldn’t like to sit outdoors on a sunny afternoon in a cool gazebo and have a relaxing drink or read a book? Better yet, what about family cookout in a fancy but simple outdoor kitchen well equipped to make a barbeque? These are experiences worth living and for that reason, you should have yourself a gazebo and an outdoor kitchen.

What is an outdoor kitchen, you might ask? How does it differ from an indoor kitchen? Why should you have one?

It  is an area designed outside the house for food preparation and should have a preparation and cooking area, storage area and dining setting.

Building  this kitchen doesn’t have to be an expensive venture. You have to consider the durability of materials in regards to weather resistance before installing one. This, however, can be an affordable venture that won’t leave you broke.

An outdoor grill, for example, is a great idea in saving. One can also use salvageable materials in order to not go over the budget.

What to Consider before Putting up an Outdoor Kitchen

• Design of the desired kitchen.
• Distance from the house.
• Materials to be used for the construction.
• Appliances used, such as cooking and refrigeration appliances.
• Intended budget.
• Choose the right type of it. You can opt for the movable or built-in design of it.

Types and Shapes of Outdoor Kitchens

• Straight and Island outdoor kitchens.
• L-shaped outdoor kitchen.
• Kamado BBQ islands.
• Side burners and griddles
• U-shaped outdoor kitchen.
• Curved outdoor kitchen.
• Corner outdoor kitchen.

Constructing a Gazebo

A gazebo is a small open-air deck that has a roof and is not attached to the house.

There are two kinds of gazebos. Those that are built using building materials and already made gazebos which you can purchase from a store to install. Which of the two would you go for?

What to consider:

• Location of the gazebo.
• Intended use determines the type of gazebo you can build. Do you intend to entertain in the gazebo or for it to be a relaxing place, or would you want to use it for both?
• Size, color, and design.
• Durability and practicality- what are the weather conditions you deal with and how durable are the materials you use? Can they protect you against adverse rain or sunshine?

Gazebos and an outdoor kitchen are a welcome addition to any homestead. They add to the appeal of the house.