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The Heart of the Home — Outdoors

By Ronda M. Parag | Design by Lisa Gilmore Design Photography by Amy Lamb, Native House Photography

here is no question that when guests some over, usually everyone ends up in the kitchen. Whether inside or out, the kitchen is where people like to gather with a T cocktail and chat. Especially, in these trying times, having an outdoor space to entertain makes everyone feel a bit more comfortable.

“We helped the client create beautiful outdoor living space for entertaining and everyday living. We also helped redecorate the common areas of the space,” said Lisa Gilmore, Owner of Lisa Gilmore Design. “From design to completion, the project took about six months.”

When working with a designer, it is always important to connect with a common goal and vision. “The client was referred to us through a few people, we clicked on the style, and goals of the design, so it worked out wonderfully,” said Gilmore.

The previous outdoor kitchen lacked style and function and needed a major update. “One of the main goals of the design was to incorporate the husband’s Big Green Egg,” said Gilmore. “We wanted it to feel like a whole part of the design and not just thrown in.”

The use of different textures and materials were included to make it an ideal entertaining space. The cabinets were custom created by Olde World Cabinetry and allows for plenty of storage. “I really wanted to make this outdoor space feel like an extension of the interior,” said Gilmore. “Classy, elegant yet very approachable. Mixing different metals, stones and glass tile to add dimension of materiality used, was a big part in the design.”

Lighting also played a big role in the design. “Using a beautiful chandelier that sparkled, just enough, really made the space special,” said Gilmore. “We created different seating areas for different parts of the day, and entertaining. Sweet little spots like the hanging swing area also make it interesting, and nice and cozy.”

Gilmore says that she gets design inspiration from so many avenues. “Travel was a huge source of inspiration for me, but I would be lying if I didn’t admit my travel inspiration, well is feeling a bit dry lately, due to Covid-19,” said Gilmore. “I am, of course, influenced by other interior designers’ work and heavily influenced by fashion.”

Lisa Gilmore Design 727.201.8902 www.lisagilmoredesign.com