Are you looking for an amazing Christmas present for that someone special who has everything? Maybe that someone special is your partner or spouse, and you want to make an investment that will keep on giving. For people who love to entertain and spend time outdoors, an outdoor kitchen is a holiday gift that is beyond compare.
The winter season is a time when we spend more time indoors, and it forces us to think about what we like and don’t like about our homes. That’s why come spring, many people are ready to tackle new projects, as they’ve had all winter to think about them. A new trend is outdoor kitchen enclosures, which are most commonly placed on patios that are either covered or exposed.
Outdoor kitchens can be as simple or as elaborate as you want them to be. At a minimum, you’ll want a sink, refrigerator and grill. The sky’s the limit, really, so people have been known to install wet bars, pizza ovens and fireplaces. Most designs are simple, allowing people to entertain and move around the kitchen seamlessly. Outdoor kitchens look especially stunning next to a pool or water features.
Benefits of an Outdoor Kitchen
The holidays are the perfect excuse to splurge and make that long awaited investment in your home. Here are just some of the reasons why outdoor kitchens make the best holiday gift:
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Increases your home’s value and curb appeal
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Allows you to entertain outdoors
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Encourages you to enjoy your backyard space
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Creates a second kitchen
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Improves your social life
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Makes grilling a family affair
Outdoor Kitchen Appliances
If you live in a cold climate, you may have to wait until the spring when the actual building phase of the project can be started. But in the meantime, you can start planning the design of the kitchen. With so many options available, these kitchen enclosures can fit any budget. Here are some of the various outdoor kitchen appliances to consider:
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Grill
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Smoker
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Refrigerator
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Counter surface
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Food storage
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Pizza oven
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Fire pit
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Bar
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Lighting
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Pavilion
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Ceiling fan
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Television
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Seating
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Tables
If you’ve been on the fence about remodeling your home, use the holidays as a time to treat yourself and your family to something really worth talking about!