Synopses & Reviews
- This book helps homeowners evaluate their outdoor kitchen needs and wishes, explore the available options, and identify choices that will work for them.
- Charts, graphs, and cutaway diagrams pinpoint essential information, whether the homeowners are building the kitchen themselves or hiring a contractor to do the work.
- Inspirational photos of existing outdoor kitchens range from basic to elaborate. Real-life examples show the variety of amenities available and provide ideas for combining materials to create a style that harmonizes with the home's architectural style.
- The book gives plenty of practical advice for addressing each element needed in an outdoor kitchen: cooking surfaces, food preparation surfaces, and storage for food and supplies.
Synopsis
Eating out can be done right at home! Dine outside every night with help from Ideas and How to Outdoor: Outdoor Kitchens by Meredith Books. This book will provide you with inspiration and planning ideas on how to construction your ideal outdoor kitchen and make it into a reality. Whether it's a basic cooking center or a full-function kitchen, this book will complement your house, lifestyle and eating habits!
Synopsis
Design an outdoor kitchen that meets your needs and complements your house, yard, and lifestyle- from basic cooking centers to full-function kitchen and dining areas. Whether you plan to do the work yourself or hire a contractor, this book provides the inspiration, planning, and construction how-to that will help you turn your ideas into the finished outdoor kitchen you've always wanted.
Features include:
More than 250 photos of inspiring outdoor rooms showing designs, details, and accessories
Dozens of ideas to create an enjoyable outdoor lifestyle, including landscaping, shelter, seating, lighting, and sound
Detailed illustrations highlighting construction basics
Advice and guides for choosing grills, fixtures, appliances, storage, and cooking accessories
Favorite grilling recipes from the Better Homes and Gardens(r) Test Kitchen
Synopsis
A complete resource for taking outdoor kitchen dreams from fantasy to reality, including inspirational photos, how-tos, information on hiring contractors, and much more.
About the Author
The iconic BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS brand is one of America's most trusted sources for information on cooking, gardening, home improvement, home design, decorating, and crafting. Today, the brand encompasses books, magazines, and digital media.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Chapter 1: Assessing Your Needs.
Chapter 2: Imagine the Possibilities.
Chapter 3: Comfort and Mood.
Chapter 4: Equip Your Outdoor Kitchen.
Chapter 5: Planning Your Outdoor Kitchen.
Chapter 6: Materials and Landscaping.
Chapter 7: Getting It Done.
Chapter 8: favorite Grilling Recipes.
Glossary.
Index.