Outdoor Kitchens

Bring the cooking outside.

Plan an outdoor kitchen that connects food preparation, dining, and time with friends and family. Outdoor kitchen design and construction in Central Indiana.

Covered outdoor kitchen with a built-in grill, stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and backyard entertainment space.

WHAT WE CAN HELP WITH

From the grill to the gathering space.

  • Built-in grills, smokers & griddles
  • Pizza ovens & specialty cooking stations
  • Countertops & food-preparation surfaces
  • Outdoor sinks, refrigerators & storage
  • Bars, seating & custom lighting
  • Coordinated pergolas & covered spaces
Covered outdoor kitchen with rustic wood cabinetry, built-in grill, sink, refrigerator, and spacious countertop for outdoor entertaining.

THINK THROUGH THE DETAILS

Make the space work for you.

Make cooking convenient.

Consider preparation, storage, serving, and access to the house.

Connect kitchen and dining.

Keep conversation and comfortable movement part of the layout.

Plan the practical details.

Discuss appliance selection, utilities, and seasonal care together.

EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES

Outdoor Kitchens Gallery

Browse the existing project photos and design concepts for ideas for your space.

From BGW homeowners

Outdoor Kitchens Questions

Outdoor kitchen projects can include built-in grills, smokers, refrigerators, sinks, prep counters, storage, bar areas, keg taps, and an overhead structure. BGW designs these as integrated, functional cooking and entertaining spaces.

Costs depend on the size, site conditions, materials, and features in your project. Discuss your priorities and budget with BGW so the scope and selections can be planned together.

Permits are typically required when gas lines, plumbing, or electrical work is involved. BGW manages permit coordination.

Materials suited for outdoor use include granite, concrete, porcelain tile, and natural stone, all of which withstand temperature changes and moisture better than laminate or standard quartz. BGW guides clients through appropriate material selection.

It depends on the features included. A gas grill requires a gas line; a sink requires plumbing; lighting and refrigeration require electrical. BGW coordinates all utility connections as part of the project.

Yes. Many of BGW’s outdoor kitchen projects are built under covered patios or pergolas. Integrating a covered structure and kitchen is a common combination.

Built-in appliances should be covered or have winterization features. Gas lines should be shut off seasonally. BGW advises on covers, appliance selection, and other winter-prep considerations during design.

Yes, if the patio surface and layout can accommodate the structure and utility connections. BGW evaluates existing conditions during the site visit.

Built-in grills are the most common starting point. Smokers, side burners, refrigerators, and beverage centers are popular additions. Ice makers and pizza ovens are increasingly requested.

The effect on resale value depends on the project and local market. Plan first around how you will use the space, the quality of the design, and a budget that makes sense for you.

Yes, with the right design. Appliances rated for the outdoors, a covered structure, and seasonal winterization let you use an outdoor kitchen well beyond summer. BGW designs for our climate, including covers, appliance selection, and shutting gas and water down safely in the coldest months.

Both work, and it comes down to convenience versus flexibility. Natural gas ties into your home’s line so you never refill a tank, which is ideal for a permanent built-in. Propane gives you placement flexibility and works where a gas line is impractical. BGW helps you choose and coordinates the connection.

Yes. Built-in pizza ovens, smokers, and flat-top griddle stations are popular additions, and BGW integrates them into the counter and utility layout so they work as part of the whole kitchen, not as afterthoughts.

It depends on the appliances, ventilation, and local code, especially where open flame and gas are involved. A built-in grill needs proper clearance from siding and overhangs. BGW designs the layout to meet safety setbacks while keeping the kitchen convenient to your indoor space.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROJECT

Start planning your project.

Tell us about your space, your priorities, and what you would like to change. Photos and inspiration are welcome.

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