There are many different routes you can go when it comes to renovating your home. One of the most popular home renovations people are making today is the addition of an outdoor kitchen and living area. Not only does an outdoor kitchen add another place to entertain guests or cook up a delicious meal, but it can also add significant value to your home.
If you’re planning on renovating your home in the near future, consider these reasons as to why an outdoor kitchen will enhance and add value to your home.
Monetary Value
Any additional renovations or upgrades that you do to your home are considered investments. Potential homebuyers like to see houses with features that they can make great use of, and an outdoor kitchen will only add value to what you already have to offer.
Although the initial investment may be high, you may see great returns when it comes time to sell or rent out your home.
Functional Value
An outdoor kitchen can offer all of the functionality and convenience of an indoor kitchen. Whether you’re hosting a party, or just enjoying time with family, an outdoor kitchen adds living space, convenience, and comfort to your home. Having a kitchen on the exterior of your home allows you to stay with your guests when you have company over, so you don’t have to keep getting up to cook dinner and check on the stove. Additionally, an outdoor refrigerator and/or bar also makes it easy to keep drinks handy at all times, perfect for summer BBQs.
Your family and friends will love the accessibility of food and drinks, and if you have a pool in the backyard, you don’t have to worry about guests leaving wet footprints on your kitchen floor. From casual grilling in the backyard to special events and celebrations, an outdoor kitchen makes it easy to entertain.
Aesthetic Value
Your outdoor space is an important aspect of your home, and it’s best to match the interior decor with the exterior. The flow of your house should be continuous throughout the entire layout, and if the interior greatly exceeds the looks of the exterior, it won’t uphold its appeal. Unsightly backyards can devalue a home, as investors and homebuyers see it as more work and money needed.
A modern, well designed outdoor kitchen adds aesthetic value to the exterior of your home by creating an inviting environment that you and your guests will love to use. Today, outdoor kitchens can be designed to match the styles and colors of a home’s interior. For stainless steel cabinets, powder coating adds color and design aesthetics as well as protection. Plus, with wood grain powder coating you can have the look and feel of wood cabinets without the high level of maintenance required.
Before building your dream outdoor kitchen, take some time to prioritize the things you want the most whether it’s state-of-the-art appliances or more of an entertaining space. Then it’s time to start designing your outdoor kitchen and living area. Everyone wants to take pride in their home, and you’ll find the exact look and design you want with a little help from professionals.
At Danver, we specialize in producing luxury outdoor kitchens that add value and convenience to your home. Our stainless steel designs are built to last, and feature top-of-the-line designs and cabinetry that will make your outdoor living space a place you won’t want to leave. Take a look at our website, or give us a call by calling 203-269-2300 to talk to our in-house design team!
This article is based on industry knowledge and research by outdoor kitchen design professionals, including our in-house experts and engineers with decades of experience.Our goal at Danver is to provide factual information on relevant topics to help readers make informed decisions about their outdoor living spaces.
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