At Elegant Outdoor Kitchens, we take immense pride in our referral-based business. When former customers refer their family members to us, it’s a true honor. This latest project, a beautiful summer kitchen and wet bar, came to life through a valued customer referral!

Project Overview in Palmira Golf & Country Club

This summer kitchen and wet bar were crafted in the long-established community of Palmira Golf & Country Club in Bonita Springs. The project was part of a larger renovation that included an expanded lanai, a new pool cage, the addition of two block walls, and an insulated panel roof. While we didn’t handle these additional aspects, it demonstrates that even older homes with less-than-ideal lanais can be transformed to create the perfect outdoor living space.

The original area behind the sink buffet and grill cabinet was a simple screen enclosure. By adding two block walls, we were able to enclose the space effectively. Insulated panels can also be used as an alternative to block walls. Additionally, the roof above the grill cabinet, previously just a screen, was replaced with insulated panels by the customer’s contractor, creating a solid roof covering.

The result? A transformation from a small, under-cover lanai to a spacious, functional area perfect for outdoor living, all without the need to move! We hope the customer enjoys their new summer kitchen for many years to come.

Elegant Finishes and Functional Design

Both cabinets in the summer kitchen are finished with rugged Golden White stacked stone, providing a rich, traditional aesthetic. The customer selected level 1 Uba Tuba granite for the countertops, featuring a sleek pencil edge. Uba Tuba granite is an excellent choice for outdoor kitchens due to its versatility, consistency, and the clean, crisp look it offers.

The grill cabinet, measuring 11’11” in length, includes the following components:

• Tradewind 36” Hood (with internal blowers, vented through the back wall)
• Blaze 32” LTE series grill
• Blaze 32″ drawer/door combo
• 5.5 CU FT outdoor refrigerator
• 5.5 OD fridge trim kit
• Blaze LTE double side burner
• Blaze rollout double trash/recycle drawer

The wet bar is 6’2″ in length with the following items installed:

• Under mount sink
• Delta faucet
• Blaze 32” double doors (under sink)
• There was a hose bib that was mounted in the wall on the right.  We did not want to frame enclose it in the cabinet, which would have made it unusable.  So we relocated it to the left side of the cabinet base.