Al Fresco Kitchen
When we think of our kitchens in the Midwest, we think of open floor plans, large islands, and plenty of space for our guests. As the kitchen tends to be the hub of the home; it is the one space in every home that brings the entire family together simultaneously to share meals and strengthen their family bonds. Current kitchen trends in the Midwest are changing the way we can imagine family dining in the kitchen, or rather changing where we can imagine the kitchen to be.
What comes to mind when you think of dining outside? Is it a fancy restaurant with fine dining on a patio, or possibly burgers and brats done on the grill picnic style? But kitchen renovation trends in the Midwest are extending the heart of your home to your backyard. It is not uncommon to find a full kitchen in the backyard when touring the warmer coastal states. But following the isolation of the recent pandemic, more homeowners located in the Midwest are treating themselves to all-weather kitchens designed outside the four walls.
When it comes to the higher price tag on the larger homes, you will often find a version of an outdoor kitchen. Those outdoor spaces tend to overlook a pool and have space for a large grill and some outdoor seating, maybe even a brick oven for cooking pizzas. But now is the time for every homeowner to consider an Al Fresco kitchen for their next kitchen project. Not just dining on the back patio but designing a fully equipped kitchen in the heart of your outdoor entertainment space.
Trends now are to have a full kitchen outside, complete with a fridge, sink, counters, and cabinets. They look amazing and serve guests well as a fully functioning kitchen. These outdoor kitchens are popping up alongside an existing home, or in a coveted spot in the back yard, blending well with your existing patio or porch and catching your favorite view. Enhancing your outdoor space and increasing the value of your home is a great way to kick off your summer of family fun.
There are many things to consider when deciding to install a kitchen on the lawn. You will want to ensure that the space can stay protected in any climate. With great resistance to the elements of mother nature, stainless steel drawers and cabinets come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and aesthetics. Smokers, open flame cooking, and pizza ovens are great appliance ideas for any backyard kitchen and are often not practical for use in an indoor space. If you are opting for outside refrigeration, consider the placement space. A shaded spot tends to be cooler and much more practical for the utility bill.
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