How to Design a Poolside Kitchen Bar Outside
A poolside kitchen or bar is a great way to extend your usable living space outdoors and add an entertainment area to your home without the cost and disruption of major construction. Adding a full kitchen next to your pool can also increase the value of your home. The most important thing to consider when designing your outdoor kitchen is how much you will use it and for what purpose. Does this Spark an idea?
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Assess your usable space. Evaluate the area next to your pool to determine how much space you really have for an outdoor kitchen and bar. Make note of trees and shrubbery that might be in the way as well as any permanent structures that cannot be removed.
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Identify the primary function of your space. If you will be cooking and eating outdoors you will need both a grill and a table. Lighting is important if you intend to use the outdoor kitchen for evening entertaining. You will need a sink and adequate storage space for drinks when using the bar.
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Choose appliances or other amenities you would like to include. Get the detailed specifications on these appliances. You will need to know how much space to allocate for each appliance and also what electrical and plumbing needs each appliance has.
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Plan for electricity and plumbing needs based on your appliances and planned use of the outdoor kitchen. Consult with your city construction codes for electricity and plumbing permit requirements.
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Select materials for your outdoor kitchen. Consider that the kitchen will be exposed to the elements so you should use brick, stucco and other materials that are appropriate for outdoor construction.
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Draw a detailed plan for your outdoor kitchen using graph paper. Include all appliances, electricity, plumbing and structural elements that you would like to include.
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Tips & Warnings
The grill is the most important element of your outdoor kitchen design. Start your design process by determining what size and type of grill you need and add the other elements from that point.
