Want to transform your yard into the perfect space for entertaining and relaxing? A backyard kitchen is both functional and beautiful, and it makes the pool area the heart of your home. In addition to custom pools, Pools by Design creates outdoor living spaces, and there are many outdoor kitchen ideas we can help you bring to life.
Outdoor cooking
Depending on what you like to make, you can choose different heat sources and appliances. A barbecue grill is one of the most popular options, letting you cook in ways you cannot indoors and making poolside parties a treat. In addition to or instead of a grill, a pizza oven is a fun addition, and many people feel wood-fired pizza tastes better and adds a gourmet touch. If there is another appliance you want, we can help you explore the options, since even stovetops and ovens can work outdoors with the right planning.
Prep and storage
To make cooking easy, add prep areas like countertops, sized to how often you cook and how many people you cook for. A sink is a smart addition, so you are not running inside for water or to rinse things off. Other convenient touches include a miniature or full-size refrigerator, cabinets for storage, and a built-in cutting board.
Outdoor dining area
A dining area completes the full outdoor kitchen experience. Keep it casual with comfortable patio furniture and small tables, and add a fire pit for a relaxing, outdoorsy feel that also keeps you warm on cooler nights. If you want something more elegant, a full dining table accommodates larger groups. Our design team makes sure the furniture and accents match the overall look of your backyard and pool.
The benefits of an outdoor kitchen
Whatever you include, an outdoor kitchen increases your storage space, makes it easy to prepare meals for large groups, lets you serve food poolside, and expands the types of cooking you can do. In the desert, shade over the cooking area keeps it usable through summer, and good lighting extends the evening.
Design your dream backyard
At Pools by Design, we pay close attention to every detail, from the pool to outdoor living elements like a barbecue island, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit. Contact us to turn your outdoor kitchen ideas into reality across Tucson and Southern Arizona.
Frequently asked questions
What appliances can an outdoor kitchen include?
A grill is the core, and you can add a pizza oven, a sink, a refrigerator, cabinets, and a built-in cutting board based on how you cook.
How much counter space do I need?
It depends on how often you use the space and how many people you cook for, but plan for prep and landing room on both sides of the grill.
Can I add a dining area?
Yes. Keep it casual with patio furniture and a fire pit, or add a full dining table for larger groups.
Complete your pool with an outdoor kitchen
Contact Pools by Design for a complimentary consultation across Southern Arizona.
