Top tips for creating a super cool outdoor kitchen

If you’re fortunate enough to own a home in Spain, you were likely drawn in part by the long, hot summers and sultry warm evenings. Despite how beautiful the interior of your home may be, most of us will spend the majority of our time outdoors, where it’s more fun and everyone feels freer.

Expertise in Outdoor Kitchens

Cape Reed boasts many years of expertise in creating beautiful outdoor kitchens in a wide range of styles. All their designs feature Cape Reed’s trademark solid, sustainable construction and thatched roofing.

Customization For Every Client

Every client and project is unique. Some clients require top-of-the-line, restaurant-standard equipment, while others prefer a more rustic feel, perhaps with a BBQ island and comfortable seating area. Outdoor kitchens can be as technologically advanced and sophisticated as their indoor counterparts, ensuring you won’t be ‘roughing it’ outside.

Tip 1. Decide What You Want and Need

The first step in planning an outdoor kitchen is to ask yourself why you want one and what you envision using it for. Whether you see yourself cooking elaborate meals or just grilling snacks and BBQ, it’s crucial to establish your requirements to meet your expectations. Here are some questions to consider before you start planning:

How much space do you have?
How do you plan to use the outdoor kitchen?
Do you need a preparation area?
Do you want a formal dining area?
Do you need an entertainment area (with dining, comfy seating, bar, and kitchen)?
Do you just need a comfy seating area?
Do you want a separate bar?
Do you need to connect utilities (hot water, electricity, etc.)?

Tip 2. Consider The Location

When planning an outdoor structure with a kitchen, it’s important to plan where the kitchen will sit in relation to your house and the layout of the gazebo. Consider how easy it will be to clear up, retrieve items from the house, and how guests will enter the outside space.

Also, take into account the wind direction to avoid smoke and food fumes blowing into the house or lounge area. The location and orientation of the outdoor structure will dictate the amount of shade provided, so try to utilize your garden’s natural shade when deciding where to position the structure.

Tip 3. Plan For Services

If you’re considering preparation and washing up facilities, you’ll likely need access to hot water. While a sink can be connected to a water hose point, hot water will require a water heater. Additionally, for lighting, air conditioning, and electrical kitchen appliances, you’ll need to plan for power points. All external power points must be weatherproof, even on the countertops.

Tip 4: Maximize The View

When looking out your windows, you want to see a beautiful garden and an equally beautiful outdoor structure—something Cape Reed always delivers. However, you may have specific views you want to highlight or avoid obscuring. Therefore, it’s crucial to plan the views from both the new garden structure and from inside your home.

Tip 5: Choose Your Style

Cape Reed’s outdoor structures can be created in any style, from light and airy gazebos with whitewashed wooden poles to rustic, wood-clad structures. They offer a range of outdoor kitchen styles, from professionally fitted restaurant-standard fixtures, fittings, and appliances, to outdoor BBQ kitchens, traditional pizza ovens, and elegant poolside bars. The choice is yours.

Conclusion

Creating a super cool outdoor kitchen is a fantastic way to enhance your living space, especially in the beautiful climate of Spain. By carefully considering your needs, the location, necessary services, views, and overall style, you can design an outdoor kitchen that is both functional and stunning. Cape Reed’s extensive expertise and dedication to sustainable, high-quality construction ensure that your outdoor kitchen will not only meet but exceed your expectations. Whether you prefer a top-of-the-line culinary setup or a rustic BBQ island, Cape Reed can bring your vision to life, transforming your outdoor space into a true paradise.

For more information about Cape Reed’s outdoor kitchens and gazebos, visit www.capereed.es or email info@capereed.com

FAQs

What are the key factors to consider when planning an outdoor kitchen?
Consider your space, how you plan to use the kitchen, your need for preparation and dining areas, utilities, and the overall style you want to achieve.

How do I decide on the location for my outdoor kitchen?
Plan the kitchen’s location based on its proximity to your house, ease of access, wind direction, and the amount of natural shade in your garden.

What utilities will I need for an outdoor kitchen?
You’ll need to plan for water (hot and cold), electricity for lighting and appliances, and possibly gas for cooking.

Can I have a fully equipped kitchen outdoors?
Yes, outdoor kitchens can be as technologically advanced and sophisticated as indoor kitchens, with professional-grade equipment and fixtures.

How can I ensure my outdoor kitchen complements my garden and home?
Work with experienced designers like Cape Reed to plan the views and style of your outdoor kitchen, ensuring it enhances the beauty of your garden and home.