Outdoor kitchens are a relatively new type of design that constructors and consumers have noticed a spike in popularity in. The aesthetic of outdoor kitchens creates an idyllic scenery that’s typically offset by a pool that most homeowners consider an ideal addition to their home. Outdoor kitchens and patios are primarily built in conjunction with pool renovations because contractors have instructions from the homeowner to create an outdoor entertainment area. Swimming is a favorite hobby in the U.S; it’s ranked as the 4th most popular sport and activity for children and teenagers aged 7-17. Outdoor pool parties are extremely trendy during the summer months and attract many friends and family members to cool off with a dip and enjoy some food. Outdoor kitchens are quickly becoming a common renovation for its sheer entertainment purposes.
Constructing The Idea Around Outdoor Kitchens
The popularity of outdoor kitchens derives from how consumers perceive the concept of kitchens and their associated purposes. Most homeowners believe the use of indoor kitchens focuses more on functionality than outdoor kitchens, which are designed with the intent of creating an experience for guests. The aesthetic of outdoor kitchen designs is predominately built with appearances in mind— the home and its surrounding environment are what most contractors focus on when creating an outdoor kitchen plan to emphasize the finished product. In one Houzz study, 56 percent of homeowners planned to renovate their yards to for entertainment purposes. On average, homeowners aim for their outdoor kitchen ideas to materialize into an extra room because they want an additional space to be used as more than just a place for cooking, in a 2014 trend’s study conducted by Houzz Spring Landscaping, 83% considered their backyard as “an ideal entertaining space.” Homeowners typically have an emotional connection to their outdoor kitchen, because it’s designed to be a fun and unique space with handpicked features that accentuate the area.
Why Outdoor Kitchens Are A Worthy Investment
Outdoor kitchens are shown to bring a hefty investment to both newer and older homes, because of its aesthetic and functionality. Nearly 14% of consumers have added an outdoor kitchen to their backyards, and most seen an average ROI (Return on Investment) of 100-200% than homes without an outdoor kitchen. Building an outdoor kitchen allows a home to increase in value, because the addition is considered desirable in a frequently unstable real estate market, and significantly improves the resale value of a home. The increase of size in a home’s square footage is desirable as well, making it more likely to sell faster on the market because of the additional amenities that possibly comes with a large house. Particularly, expansion of an outdoor kitchen is so popular because it’s a general increase in kitchen size and an entertainment area all-in-one. For those who love to throw lavish parties or simply have small get-togethers, an outdoor kitchen is one of the best additions a home could have.