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Course Description: AEC Daily: Outdoor Kitchens: Making Them Beautiful and Functional
Outdoor cooking has come a long way in recent years, from simple stone or brick “grills” to luxury outdoor kitchens that allow families to entertain and cook with the comfort and convenience of the indoor kitchen. This course discusses the fundamental design and planning strategies for outdoor kitchens, environmental and construction considerations, and an overview of the outdoor kitchen products available on the market today. The course concludes with a short question and answer section.
Discuss the origins of outdoor kitchens and the societal and economic drivers that led to the emergence of the modern outdoor kitchen market we see today.
Explain the need for improved outdoor kitchen planning and design resources, including the invaluable expertise of designers, construction professionals, and landscapers, to ensure practical, functional, and safe spaces for entertaining and cooking with families and guests.
Specify the fundamentals of outdoor kitchen planning with a focus on location guidelines, environmental considerations, and construction.
Recall the array of outdoor kitchen equipment that is available on the market today and how to select the products that best suit a client’s cooking and entertaining needs and ensure product longevity.