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Outdoor Kitchens Are Part of the New Home Paradise PLAN FOR YOUR PERFECT OUTDOOR COOKING SPACE
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ith home being the ideal place to be for most of 2020 and into 2021, people are looking to get beyond the walls of their home and are going into their yards more than ever. Outdoor kitchens have become havens for people who want to cook somewhere different, live more of their lives under the blue sky, and invest in their homes as their own personal slice of paradise. Before plugging a fridge in under the pergola, there are some things to consider before tackling an outdoor kitchen project. 10 Columbia Homes Magazine | Spring 2021 | biacolumbia.com
The scope of what is considered an outdoor kitchen can vary, but industry experts agree that a cooking source and counter space can be enough to constitute an outdoor kitchen. Others say that an outdoor kitchen is just a small piece of an overall outdoor living plan. “Most people go for something simple, rarely do we see sinks and kegerators and the full-blown deal, most just want a nice area that looks built-in and cohesive,” says Bonnie Hale, co-owner of Tranquil Escapes. As far as trends in outdoor kitchens, the demand for them across all income levels is evident. “It’s gotten to the point where we’re not just working on super high-end projects, everyone is conscious of having a nice outdoor space in their yard,” says Hal Bowers of Bowers Landscaping and Irrigation. “Entry-level subdivisions have homes with screened-in porches, patios, and sitting walls as part of the design.”
