Luxury Outdoor Kitchen Design and Build in Portland

The style of your outdoor kitchen will determine its ambiance. The feeling you are going for when you spend time in this space should be considered as you choose any of the following styles:

• Casual

• Rustic

• Modern and sophisticated

• Mediterranean

• And many more

The trick is to choose a style that isn’t too strikingly different from your home’s style and architecture and that melds well with the outdoor setting. The materials you choose to compose the major structures of your outdoor kitchen are all part of this choice, as are the accessories, such as:

• Decorative tiles

• Sculptures

• Fountains

• Plants

The amenities included depend on the scale and complexity of your desired kitchen. The simpler your space, the fewer amenities it will have. Generally, even the simplest outdoor kitchen in Portland, Oregon includes:

• A shade structure, such as a pergola or umbrella

• A dining area

• A grill or fire pit

• A storage area, such as a counter with cabinets underneath

For homeowners wanting more elaborate kitchen areas, the following may be added:

• Lighting fixtures

• Fans

• Audio systems

• Refrigeration

• Serving station or bar

• Electric and natural gas heating

• Other appliances, such as a smoker

Whatever you want your outdoor kitchen to provide for its occupants, Big Sky Landscaping can make it happen.

Again, this ultimately depends on the scale of the project. The simplest setup may take just a few weeks to accomplish, whereas more elaborate projects — for example, those requiring installation of water and electric lines — will take longer, perhaps a few months. 

Big Sky Landscaping promises to respect your time and complete the project as promptly as is safe and conducive to the construction of a space you will be fully satisfied with.

When you consult with our design and build team, we will have a detailed discussion about the desired purpose of your outdoor space. Do you want the space to accommodate your family or larger parties? For example, is it for use year-round or mainly only in the summertime?

Then we must consider the limits to what can be done with your space, although we like to think of these as guiding factors. Different aspects of the landscape around your home will inevitably influence the possibilities available to you:

• The slope of the ground

• Distance between your house and outdoor kitchen area

• The size of the space

• Availability of water and power lines

• Local regulations or restrictions for the area

Our designers will devise the most functional layout, given the amenities you want to have. This is so there will be smooth and workable transitions between cooking, seating, and dining areas.

Next, we’ll ask your preference of the exact materials, appliances, and fixtures that will be incorporated into the space and offer advice to help you maintain a consistent style. This includes shade structures to protect your space from the elements, as well as lighting for performing kitchen tasks, accenting architectural features and plants, and creating just the right mood for dining and entertainment.

After the design has been created and approved, we begin the construction process.

The cost of outdoor kitchen projects vary widely due to many factors based on your preferences and budget:

• The size and layout: Larger kitchens require more materials and labor, as will any rearrangement of plumbing, electrical systems, or the structure of your dwelling.

• Quality of the materials: There is a wide range of flooring, cabinetry, finish, and countertop options with highly variable prices.

• Appliances and fixtures: High-end appliances with advanced features will, of course, mean higher prices.

• Labor and professional services: Paying professionals who will get the job done correctly and beautifully is worth it. You can be sure Big Sky Landscaping’s design and build team will not overlook any important details and will perform excellent work with long-lasting results.