Having an outdoor kitchen is one of those things that just spice up any home. It elevates not only the value of your home but also the utility of your outdoor space.
Gone are the days when family barbecues meant the salads were being prepped in the kitchen, while the meat was being grilled outside and everyone was separated during the process. Now, you can do everything outdoors, with a fully equipped and styled backyard kitchen and living space, with the whole family around.
Top 3 Reasons Why You Need An Outdoor Kitchen
There are many reasons why having an outdoor kitchen is a great idea. It can increase the value of your home and is ideal if you love a good old family barbecue. Here’s how:
Great for entertaining
When deciding on a home remodeling project, there are a few things to consider. Will it increase space? Will it be great for entertaining and is it family-friendly? Well, having a backyard patio and kitchen ticks all those boxes!
They are great if you love to entertain, as it gives you more space to cook when you have your whole family over. Being outdoors, you can also add in extra seating, whether it’s a dining area or an outdoor living area. That way, you’ll be able to have space for everyone at your barbecue.
Think of all the money you’ve spent on restaurant bills. You could be saving so much in the long run, by bringing the restaurant to your home, so to speak. Instead of going out to expensive dinners with your family, you could entertain them in the comfort of your own home.
Enjoy pleasant evenings outside
There is scientific research that says spending time outdoors is beneficial to our health and well-being. Besides getting a breath of fresh air, it’s like a reset, especially in our fast-paced lives. Why not take it up a notch and cook outside?
We all love spending those warm summer evenings outside, relaxing with family or friends, or even just getting some quiet time alone. With an backyard patio and kitchen, you could be spending most evenings outdoors, catching a sunset (or ten), cooking up your favorite meal, instead of being cooped up indoors.
Not to mention, with some extra heating and an optionally enclosed patio, you could make your outdoor kitchen and living area winter-friendly too!
Makes cooking easier
Just think about how good your food tastes straight off the grill. That barbecued taste… Well, nothing beats it. Not to mention that barbecued food always has a delicious smell – though, it’s not great if you’re grilling indoors and are left with lingering odors.
Outdoor cooking means the smells don’t enter your home, so you won’t have to worry about lingering food smells (no matter how good they are).
They say many hands make light work. The best part about having an outdoor kitchen means the whole family gets to be involved in the cooking process. From a clean-up crew to someone to prepare ingredients, and someone to pour drinks, you’ll get more helping hands than you would cooking indoors.
How To Make The Most Of Your Outdoor Kitchen Family Barbeques
Cooking really can be a family thing, especially if you have the time and space. It can even become a tradition. In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s great to be able to spend quality time with family and create events or days of the week to get that time.
As your family grows, so too does the need for extra space. With a backyard patio and kitchen, you’ll be able to extend the size of your home, without actually having to build extra rooms. It’s an easier way to expand the living space (and cooking space) of your home, without having to build or break down walls on your existing property. This way, you’ll get to make the most of family time.
It’s all about maximizing quality time with family and friends. One way to get the most out of quality time (and your beautiful new outdoor kitchen), is by setting aside a particular day for a family cook-out. Maybe the first Saturday of every month is family barbecue day. Or, Fridays could be family night. Bring out the board games, with burgers cooking on the grill and you could be on your way to a new family tradition!
Final Thoughts
Before embarking on a project as big as building an outdoor kitchen, it’s always best to consult with a professional. Here at Seattle Outdoor Spaces, we’re there when you need advice on where to start. We’re also ready to help you take your idea of a dream outdoor kitchen and make it a reality.
Get in touch with us if you’d like to know more, or to start planning out your next big outdoor project.
