Designing a Perfect Outdoor Entertaining Space

Designing an outdoor entertaining space is something homeowners shouldn’t overlook, especially that it is an area where good memories can be made. ?

If you need help with nailing an idyllic design, then look no further! Here are some few tips to consider to keep the vibes rolling:

PLAN YOUR OUTDOOR KITCHEN LAYOUT

To go along with this, first, you have to consider how you’re going to use and interact with the space. What are your plans for the cooking or the barbecue area? How about the table or seating area?

While the amount of space you have will dictate a lot, one way to help you plan your barbecue area is to utilise a mobile app where you can initially design your kitchen. Some apps offer various options like colours and appliances (e.g. cabinets, fridge, or a sink), which you can use in designing your kitchen layout.

Opting for a one-stop shop outdoor kitchen service will also remove a lot of the heavy lifting and organisation on your end, including project managing, product ordering and installation.

CHOOSING WHICH APPLIANCES FIT YOUR NEEDS

As a property owner, you can choose whether you will go for a grand or minimal outdoor kitchen. If you’re the simple type, adding just the barbecue and a table may be enough; on the other hand, you can also opt for an entire kitchen in your yard where you can add different types of appliances according to your lifestyle needs. Even a simple barbecue can have a range of features you never imagined possible. For example, you can now convert a barbecue into an outdoor oven where you can choose to roast, bake, or even infuse smoky flavours into your food.

Indeed, your choices are endless.

COVER THE AREA

Covering your outdoor entertaining area is crucial in order to use the space all year round. Aside from maintaining its cleanliness, it can also protect and help your outdoor kitchen and furniture to last longer – regardless whether they are covered by a generous warranty or not.

Simply, having shade will prevent rust on your outdoor stuff and, in fact, it will also provide extra protection for you and your guests. 

ENSURE THE WALLS ARE OPEN

While covering the area is important, having plenty of open space for walls is another requirement you need.

This means there are regulations for barbecue areas that you need to comply with. These include proper ventilation and installation of the barbecue grills. In addition, you need to have at least 50% permanently open wall area to be a compliant area for outdoor gas appliances. Meaning, you shouldn’t be having blinds, as this counts as being permanently closed.

PROVIDE GOOD OUTDOOR LIGHTING

Entertainment doesn’t only happen during daytime, so you should be able to use your outdoor entertaining space at all times or whenever you need to – especially if you’re someone who does more night time partying.

With this, having adequate lighting is essential if you want to create the mood or if you simply want to have proper lighting around the barbecue so you can make sure you’re not overcooking the food.

EMPHASIZE ON THE SOCIAL ASPECT

Ultimately, the goal of an outdoor kitchen should mean you don’t have to go back and forth from the indoors to the outdoors, especially when you’re having parties or social entertainment.

Having an outdoor kitchen is not only about having to cook in one place, but it should also provide you with enough storage space and other functionality. So, make sure you are able to turn from your barbecue area and go straight to your dining space. You shouldn’t miss out on the fun just because you’re cooking, right?