If you think an outdoor kitchen isn't within reach, think again. We got some expert advice on how to shape your backyard ...

First decide how your kitchen should feel. Set a budget and stay flexible on materials. Pick a contractor or designer with a good reputation. Have you dreamed about an outdoor kitchen that allows you ...

Factors in Calculating Outdoor Kitchen Cost The factors that determine the cost of outdoor kitchens are complex and varied, especially since there is a lot of customization available. Homeowners might ...

For many homeowners, cooking outdoors is a warm-weather activity. This is true whether they use a simple firepit, a gas grill or a high-tech pellet smoker. But outdoor cooking often involves a lot of ...

DIY expert April Wilkerson builds a floating deck as part one of her outdoor kitchen series.

Livingston County homeowners invest in their properties. Between Brighton, Howell and the surrounding communities, the standard for outdoor living has moved well past a charcoal grill and a folding ...

Whether for a new home or a jazzed-up patio, outdoor kitchens are more popular than ever. When constructing a new outdoor kitchen, the average homeowner spends just over $13,000, according to the ...

Even before setting a budget, Nancy Thompson, designer for Nashville’s Expo Design Center, suggests checking out market trends. “Familiarize yourself with what appliances are out there and get all the ...

A growing appetite for outdoor living spaces is fueling an expansion of outdoor kitchens on roof decks, terraces, and courtyards. “In the last few years, we’ve seen an enormous increase in demand as ...

Longtime Park Ridge residents Susan and Jerry Miceli have lived in their midcentury house for more than 40 years. That longevity may offer insight into the couple’s willingness to adapt and invest in ...