This text is part of the special book Plaisirs
As soon as the fine weather arrives, the desire to have a meal in the open air with family or friends is felt. Whether you have a balcony, whether you live in the suburbs or in the city or whether you own a residence in the country, regardless of the size or location, it is always possible to introduce a kitchen area into your layout.
Kitchen ideas for the suburbs
For amateur cooks and gourmets, the size of suburban backyards offers many possibilities when it comes to setting up an outdoor kitchen. Gas, charcoal, wood pellet barbecue, bread and pizza oven, smoker, and many others, each of these culinary accessories can be used to design a comfortable and safe space for cooking outdoors. outside. For ease of use, the dining area should be placed not far from the house. The barbecue(s) can be built into a practical and aesthetic module that can accommodate a mini-fridge, a sink and even a pantry! This outdoor cooking space covered with a heat- and weather-resistant counter must be perfectly adapted to the size of the space intended for culinary pleasures in order to ensure fluid circulation. Seeking professional help can be helpful in making the right choices. Also remember to protect this workspace with a gazebo that will cover the entire surface.
An urban kitchen
Often smaller in size, the space reserved for the pleasures of the table should not be neglected. The large outdoor kitchen modules offered by specialists are often too bulky, but it’s up to you to select the accessories that suit your layout. There are barbecues of all sizes, both gas and charcoal. You can also make your own module with heat-resistant materials such as stone, granite and metal. Depending on the space you have, consider introducing a space for storing cooking accessories. Do not forget to reserve a comfortable space for the dining room. A large parasol or a garden shed will also be very useful to fully enjoy this experience.
Cooking on the balcony
Who said that outdoor kitchens were only reserved for large gardens? Whether you have access to a roof terrace, a balcony or a terrace, know that your outdoor kitchen is waiting for you. On the market, there are many portable cooking accessories, small removable counters (on wheels) serving as a service, storage bins, folding shelves and dining room furniture and small lightweight shelters, all in resistant and perfectly adapted materials. However, before carrying out your project, you will have to take into account certain restrictions concerning the installation of an outdoor kitchen in a limited space. Many owners of apartment buildings refuse the presence of barbecues or other heating elements on balconies or terraces or require that a certain distance be maintained between the barbecue and the building. Such a regulation may also apply to certain apartment towers and rooftop terraces. Taking the time to find out about the regulations in effect will allow you to properly plan your purchases or your constructions.
An all-inclusive outdoor kitchen
Here, everything is allowed and the pleasures of the table and cooking are in the spotlight. Large custom-made outdoor modules nestled under a large pavilion make up the culinary area. From the kitchen sink to the oversized barbecue, smoker, pizza oven, wine cellar, refrigerator, beer bar, induction stoves, storage spaces and many other accessories, nothing is wrong. is forgotten to feel like inside. Realized near the residence, on a huge paved terrace paired with the dining room that can accommodate several guests, this place of meeting and pleasure is a dream. For the planning and realization of such a project, the advice of outdoor kitchen experts is essential. Inform yourself.
Green your kitchen
Edible and ornamental plants are essential to the garden. They should be an integral part of your outdoor kitchen project. These culinary spaces usually come to life on large terraces covered with wood or cobblestones, leaving little room for vegetation. However, a well-positioned tree can shelter and shade places and edible plants that can be very useful in the kitchen. If the area of your garden is limited, consider growing in containers to green and flower your environment. Many herbs and vegetables are easily grown in pots. In the larger backyards, the presence of a vegetable garden, grassy areas, generous beds, a few conifers and beautiful leafy trees will facilitate the integration of your kitchen section while giving it a warm and enveloping atmosphere.
Enjoy your food !
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