The Outdoor Kitchen Mistakes Most Homeowners Don't Think About

Welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy!  Last week my topic was the outdoor kitchen,  a luxurious extension of the indoor kitchen. The main topic of discussion was the aesthetic and surface materials for the outdoor kitchen. We broke down exactly what is trending, what materials actually survive the elements, and how to design a spectacular outdoor culinary space.  Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica, Scottsdale, Arizona, is back with me to continue our conversation.Today Gil and I will talk about a very important aspect of cooking on your outdoor kitchen.  The safety factor.  Before we begin I am going to ask you to subscribe on the platform you use to listen to my podcastsHaving a beautiful space to prepare and grill your menu is important to most homeowners.  More importantly is the safety factors, which is what we breakdown for your today. Our topics are:Location of your outdoor kitchenWind directionProximity to your houseCovered patiosSmoke & fire damage Pros & Cons of different designs L-shaped designStraight designU-shaped  designCharcoal vs gas grillsHealth & safety factorThis is the perfect subject for everyone with a backyard.  We emphasized the safety aspects of a backyard kitchen which is so important.  Plan your project as you would your indoor kitchen for function and aesthetics so you can enjoy it throughout the year depending on your climate, of course.Thank you for listening to Home Design Chat with Nancy. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe, share it with friends and family, and join us next time as we continue exploring the latest ideas, innovations, and trends shaping the homes we love.You can contact Nancy with any questions or suggestions for the show:  [email protected]      Check out her website:  NancyHugo.com     If you are interested in design-- news, trends and more, check out https://designerscirclehq.com/.