- 1). Locate a map, or draw a map, of the specific outdoor dimensions you have to work with. Draw an outline of where you would like to place your outside kitchen, and mark all electric, gas or water supplies that are essential to what you plan to accomplish. You can also mark where you need to add something, such as a new electrical outlet.
- 2). Set up your outdoor kitchen to the north-facing side of your home if it complies with zoning codes. This will give you the most comfortable temperature in the early evening hours when many people use their outdoor kitchens.
- 3). Design the kitchen space. It should be convenient with plenty of room to work in. Factor in more space if you plan to have multiple cooks in your outdoor kitchen. Counters are generally planned in a U, G or L shape. Counters should be near work areas like the sink and cooking appliances.
- 4). Obtain a permit for your local building department. You will need to present it with your plan, and then make any changes or additions to your property before the permit is granted.
- 5). Purchase appliances for your outdoor kitchen. Most have at least a sink, counter space and a cooking appliance. Ice machines and small refrigerators can also be added. The appliances should comply with your original plan, detailed in your permit.
- 6). Shop around for cooking appliances that work well outdoors, such as a wood-fired oven or gas grill. Incorporating multiple cooking surfaces can be done if you have enough space.
- 7). Use the same setup accepted by the building department when implementing the actual design of the kitchen. If you decide that your plan isn't working, such as the realization that the oven might not be in the most convenient spot, get your permit revised before going through with the changes.
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