Because there are so many variables to consider when designing an outdoor space that meets our needs, correctly designing an outdoor kitchen can sometimes be challenging.
Each context is different not only regarding the type of home or restaurant activity in which outdoor cooking is carried out but, above all, in terms of the choices regarding the different kitchen instruments indicated for the preparation of dishes.
Cooking instruments are the ones that most characterize an outdoor kitchen, not only because they define what dishes can be made but also because they contribute to furnishing the environment.
One can completely customize the outdoor kitchen by selecting a steel oven for a more contemporary outdoor setting or a refractory wood oven for a rustic and traditional option.
The design of the outdoor kitchen is another important decision. This involves choosing whether to set up an environment with stationary or mobile equipment (or, more often, a combination of the two), depending on the available space and budget.
There are also other factors that, in many cases, can affect the design of the outdoor kitchen, for example, creating a fixed or mobile roof to provide shade or choosing, for example, a gazebo or a pergola.
How To Design A Functional Outdoor Kitchen
To design an efficient outdoor kitchen, it is necessary to consider many factors since it is precisely the ability to combine different needs that make an outdoor kitchen comfortable and functional.
The design of the outdoor kitchen is another important decision. This involves choosing whether to set up an environment with stationary or mobile equipment (or, more often, a combination of the two), depending on the available space and budget.
In this phase, it is necessary to consider the construction restrictions imposed by the geometries of our external spaces. We proceeded to design the outdoor kitchen based on the position of the drains, gas pipes, and electrical outlets. In this way, we can reduce initial costs by arranging the kitchen’s fixed elements so that the least possible amount of masonry work is needed.
Regarding construction, the modular outdoor kitchen solution is the least demanding. It consists of a sink as the only fixed component, to which one or two mobile kitchen units can be added as needed.
At the other end, we find a fixed and complete outdoor kitchen, created as a real extra room with a resistant cover (open only on the sides, perhaps with walls to mount for the cold season).
One of the main factors that characterize an outdoor kitchen is, without a doubt, the choice of cooking equipment. They define the culinary possibilities that the chef has, and each has different installation restrictions.
Cooking equipment is mainly distinguished by the fuel used. Outdoor firewood is generally preferred due to the few limitations associated with combustion fumes. Gas appliances are also often used for outdoor use. At the same time, there is a tendency to avoid electrical equipment (unless they are well protected, for example, by choosing built-in models to be placed inside a piece of furniture and under a fixed cover).
In addition to the operational aspects, you also have to think about the design of the outdoor spaces—another very important factor is to create a pleasant environment to spend good weather days.
Kitchen equipment contributes decisively to the decoration of outdoor kitchens. Therefore, we must decide what type of environment we want to create based on our tastes and the needs dictated by the geometry of our outdoor spaces.
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