Customer Testimonial - Mike S., Fort Myers, Florida
Beautiful!! I hear great things about this company and the owners. It’s hard to find client centric companies here in Southwest but Elegant Outdoor Kitchens is the exception to the Rule. Great job!!!!
This modern outdoor living kitchen is marvelous, constructed in a traditional L-Shape, and built in a home located in Port LaBelle in Hendry Co, Florida. Since an existing outdoor kitchen rough-in didn’t exist, this was considered a “blank slate” project, where our opinion is concerned. There was an existing 5’3″ screened opening, and perpendicular to that opening, there was a 10’4″ space in between the dual pillars. The customer already had a Green Egg Smoker, and he wanted to incorporate his seasoned Green Egg into the project. Also, he opted to add the following products to his modern outdoor living setup by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Fort Myers, Florida.
At our initial meeting, the customer selected the popular Golden White stacked stone, which ends up being the material that we use on the façade of the custom outdoor kitchen. Due to the customer’s busy schedule, he selected his favored granite choice via photograph. Here at Elegant Outdoor Kitchens, we do our best to work around the client’s busy schedule, and on some rare occasions, come up with creative solutions that make the process as smooth and seamless as possible. For each outdoor kitchen build, we make a special trip to the granite yard. The special trip allows us to pair the choice stacked stone sample with the current selections in the granite yard. Most customers meet with us at the granite yard; others will opt out of the trip entirely. In those cases, we take the stacked stone and pair it with various level 1 granite that matches the stacked stone that our client selected. We’ll then email the photos to the customer for their final decision regarding granite. In this case, the customer decided upon the level 1 Ouro Brazil granite with a half bullnose edge. The granite/stacked stone combination worked well, and the final product was extremely tasteful.
Elegant Outdoor Kitchen Contracting Services of SWFL
All in all, it’s just another Summer Kitchen completed by the professionals here at Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Southwest, Florida. If you’re searching for a custom outdoor kitchen builder in the SWFL area, give us a call today, and we’ll make sure it’s done right and on schedule! Elegant Outdoor Kitchens is Southwest Florida’s first choice in outdoor kitchen & outdoor living space contracting services. Schedule your on-site outdoor living consultation now!
Close-up of Level 3 Snow White Granite Countertops
A Beautiful Summer Kitchen at the Preserve in Corkscrew
This outdoor kitchen was built in the Preserve at Corkscrew in Estero, Florida. If you have skimmed our Portfolio long enough, you may notice the design looks very similar to another outdoor kitchen we did in this community. It was no coincidence; these outdoor kitchens were built by next door neighbors.
When we initially met with this Customer, they had plans underway for a lanai extension and a roof covering and back wall (built using insulated panels). When there are other pieces to the puzzle, we love getting involved early on in the process. This allows us to make suggestions and gives the homeowner time to tweak other projects so that when the outdoor kitchen is finished it looks like it was part of the original build.
The Customer upped the ante by pairing the Silver Travertine stacked stone with a beautiful Level 3 Snow White granite. They also added a full backsplash centered behind the grill that was 33” high and 36” wide. This larger backsplash means less maintenance to keep the area behind the grill clean and free of smoke residue.
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Silver Travertine Stacked Stone with Level 3 Snow White Granite Countertop Combination
Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Fort Myers, Florida
Barbecue Island – A Transformation – Materials used were Silver Travertine stacked stone with a beautiful Level 3 Snow White granite
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Lanai extension & outdoor kitchen project in Estero, Florida
When it comes to barbeque Island design and construction, we can assure you that when you choose Elegant Outdoor Kitchens in Southwest Florida, you’re receiving only the highest quality craftsmanship. We’ve earned our reputation within the outdoor living industry, one customer at a time. Our brand name is our bond, and you can rest assured knowing that attention to detail has been paid and that you’re receiving a professional quality product that will last for many years to come. Our family stands behind the custom barbeque islands we manufacture, and we can’t wait to exceed your every expectation.
If you’ve been considering an upgrade to your home that will not only increase its value but expand your outdoor living space as well, give us a call today for an on-site barbeque island design consultation.
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Might As Well Build an Outdoor Kitchen While We’re At It!
Building a new pool calls for a new custom outdoor kitchen by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens! This Summer kitchen build was the final part of a larger renovation project that the homeowner was undertaking. They had decided to spruce up the entire back lanai, which meant they were getting a new pool, pool deck, and of course the icing on the cake being an outdoor kitchen.
We met with the customer before the pool project began and after a discussion, we were able to come up with the perfect plan for their unique outdoor living space. Planning ahead is always recommended! The stem wall you see behind the outdoor kitchen was not originally scheduled to be part of the pool project. Without having the pool company add the wall and design the cage to fit, the customer would be forced to spend $1,000’s to modify a brand new pool cage. And without the addition of the wall, you would not be able to tuck the summer kitchen up into that corner. So, even for those who may feel like it is too early on in the process to think about the outdoor kitchen, we would encourage you to go ahead and reach out. We have no problem helping customers to plan ahead. Even if that means we have to wait several months before starting the project.
The dimensions of this outdoor kitchen are roughly 5’7” on one side and 5’2” on the other. This is the first time we have installed the Antique Onyx stacked stone. We love the color! It pairs nicely with the level 4 Arara Blue granite. The granite backsplash is 8” in height taking it up to the top of the wall.
Outdoor kitchens provide a lot of fun and we enjoyed just being a part of this project. Now time to grill!
Elegant Outdoor Kitchens Will Help You Avoid Costly Mistakes
Are you planning to build a brand-new swimming pool in your outdoor living space? Is a Summer Kitchen a possibility too? Well, it pays to plan. Give us a call before you start to design and ultimately build the swimming pool. We’re here to help, especially when it comes to assisting you with any questions or concerns you might have about the future outdoor kitchen project. We’re here to help you avoid common pitfalls and avoid mistakes. You never know, it could be the call that saves you thousands of dollars on a slight miscalculation.
This outdoor kitchen was built in Oaks of Estero, a Neal Communities residential development. When the customer initially contacted us, they had two requests. The first was the construction of an L-shape island …simple enough. The second request was to maintain the beautiful view the homeowner had from the bedroom window of their pool and waterfall feature. To accomplish this, we designed the L-shape so that it was adjacent to the home and with the countertop sitting right underneath the bedroom window. The cabinet base housing the grill is 9’6″ in length, with the fridge cabinet being 9’5″ in length. Like the majority of our outdoor kitchens, the base is framed with aluminum and wrapped with a wet weather backer board.
The façade is the Silver Travertine stacked stone.
The countertop and back/side splashes are a level 1 Giallo Vitoria granite. The side/backsplash are 12″ in height.
The following components were installed in this summer kitchen:
Are you looking for an outdoor kitchen contractor? Elegant Outdoor Kitchens in the Southwest Florida area is a source for beautifully constructed Summer Kitchens. We build to your specification, designing and creating some of the most elegant outdoor kitchens concepts in the SWFL region. Give us a call today to schedule an on-site design consultation with one of our professionals.
Renaissance Community Fort Myers – Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Southwest Florida
The Longest Outdoor Kitchen We’ve Constructed Yet!
This summer kitchen was built in a home by Stock Development The Renaissance in Fort Myers. The outdoor kitchen rough-in was put in place by the builder. This outdoor kitchen stands out because at 17’2” in length it holds the record for being the longest outdoor kitchen that we have built. This outdoor kitchen was designed with family in mind and of course, the much-loved grandchildren came up in that conversation! This outdoor kitchen needed to have a lot of functional components along with storage and counter space.
The location of the vent stack determines the location of the grill, but all of the other components can be shifted around to best suit the homeowner’s needs. After a couple of revisions, we had the order of components exactly how the homeowner wanted them. We also shifted the sink a little further to the left to add additional counter space in between the sink and the grill.
The Silver Travertine stacked stone and level 3 Black Jet granite are complimentary finishing materials that work well together. We installed the Silver Travertine stacked stone backsplash all the way up the rear wall to the ceiling, giving this outdoor kitchen a sophisticated blend into the existing home. We believe the stacked stone does an amazing job of unifying the kitchen with the outdoor living environment.
It’s Not Difficult to Envision the Memories They’ll Create
It’s not difficult to envision all of the pool parties, cookouts, and celebrations that our clients will enjoy while using their brand-new custom outdoor kitchen by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens. If you’re interested in scheduling an on-site design consultation for your outdoor living space, contact us today. We’re licensed contractors that specialize in the design and construction of beautiful outdoor living kitchens.
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Summer kitchen in a Stock Development home in Renaissance in Fort Myers, FloridaElegant Outdoor Kitchens
Spanish Wells Community Southwest Florida – Toll Brothers Homes
This outdoor kitchen was built in a Toll Brothers home in Spanish Wells. This home, like most of the homes we build outdoor kitchens in, came complete with the summer kitchen rough-in. And although the plumbing was in place, the customer opted not to use it and instead substituted another component in place of the sink.The Silver Travertine stacked stone and Level 1 Santa Cecilia Black granite complimented the existing paint and paver colors so well. As you can see in the before photos, the soot from the grill had left bit of an eye-sore on the wall color. For easier cleaning and removal of the smoke residue, we added the 36” high by 36” wide granite backsplash under the hood and behind the grill.
Blaze 4.1 cubic foot outdoor rated refrigerator, Blaze trim kit for 4.1 CU FT refrigerator, 36” Trade-Wind hood, Blaze 32” 4-burner LTE Series grill, Blaze infrared searing burner, Blaze 32” double drawer, access door, Blaze double trash and recycle drawer
Upper Half of Custom Summer Kitchen – Showing the Trade-Wind hood
Beautiful Custom Summer Kitchen by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Fort Myers Florida
Spanish Wells Community Outdoor Kitchen – Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of SWFL
The BBQ Grill Smoke Outlet System by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens
Custom Built Outdoor Kitchen by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of SWFL
Custom Outdoor Kitchen Build – Southwest Florida Toll Brothers Home within Spanish Wells Community
Summer Kitchen by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Southwest Florida
The following components were installed in this outdoor kitchen:
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Are you looking for an outdoor kitchen contractor? Elegant Outdoor Kitchens in the Southwest Florida area is a source for beautifully constructed Summer Kitchens. We build to your specification, designing and creating some of the most elegant outdoor kitchens concepts in the SWFL region. Give us a call today to schedule an on-site design consultation with one of our professionals.
This was a wonderful modification to an existing outside kitchen in a Taylor Morrison home. The customer, being a builder, installed the outside kitchen, but unfortunately, it did not come with a hood. Additionally, as you can see in the before photo, the customer was getting a lot of smoke residue built up on the stucco façade behind the grill. We added a 36” Trade-Wind Hood, which vented through the back exterior wall conveniently. For easier maintenance with the smoke residue, we had a 3D stainless steel backsplash fabricated to fit perfectly under the hood. The depth of the backsplash was 1 ¼” just like the depth of the 4″ granite backsplash that it sits upon.
Our goal when we construct any project, no matter how large or small, is for it to look like it was always part of the original build. This small addition fits seamlessly with the existing outdoor area.
Whether you need a custom outdoor vent hood for your outside kitchen or the complete outdoor kitchen design and construction, Elegant Outdoor Kitchens is here for you! We’re Southwest Florida’s premier exterior kitchen contractor & outdoor living specialist. We’re a family-owned and operated company that only delivers quality products. Don’t mess with the rest, use the best, and that is Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Fort Myers, Florida. Give us a call today to schedule an on-site design consultation.
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Hood installation & stainless steel backsplash in Taylor Morrison home
Outdoor kitchen in Taylor Morrison home
Hood installation & stainless steel backsplash in builder’s outdoor kitchen
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Although this project has a familiar ring to it as far as the outdoor kitchen aspect is concerned, it does have a few unique features that give it some added functional elegance. The customer requested that we design & construct an entertaining area with a built-in outdoor fireplace. We used a combination of materials & components to deliver this beautiful custom fireplace & outdoor living sanctuary.
When constructing this beautiful outdoor kitchen, we used our traditional methods for the layout and framing of the fireplace cabinet — using powder-coated aluminum that’s rated for outdoor use, and then covering with a wet weather-resistant type of backer board for the stone facade, the wet weather backer board is perfect for our Southwest Florida climate. Flanking the outdoor fireplace on each side are a couple of quality outdoor-rated cabinets from American Outdoor Cabinets in Lakewood Ranch, Florida.
Although this project may seem straightforward enough, the installation details are commonly overlooked by most. Our detailed design & installation process paid off in the end. We wanted the entire project to look like it was built together and not three separate add-ons sitting side by side. We designed the granite countertops to recess into the stacked stone of the fireplace. Due to the multi-dimensional nature of the stacked stone, we wanted the stacked stone to abut into the cabinets behind the doors. Finally, at the toe kick, we installed the stacked stone to run into the cabinetry rather than the reverse. We believe the details are the difference between attaining a haphazardly look or cohesive final result. That’s the Elegant Outdoor Kitchens difference. Our products are always designed and constructed as if they were getting installed in our own outdoor living space.
The design selections were the Silver Travertine stacked stone, a mocha cabinet color with the modern door and paired with a level 1 New Caldonea granite.
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Built-in rectangular fire pan Collier Co. The fire pan was installed by Elegant Outdoor Kitchens of Southwest Florida.
Custom outdoor fire feature cabinetry design by ELegant Outdoor Kitchens of Southwest Florida
Superior fire feature and outdoor living space Naples, Florida
Outdoor fire feature Naples, Florida
Outdoor fire feature in Naples, Florida (Grey Hawk)
Fire feature cabinet with stacked stone and granite top
Fire Feature project in Naples, Florida
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The planning for this summer kitchen began about four months before the project started. Our customers often have busy travel schedules and are not always living in the area locally. We are more than happy to meet with them in the early stages when they are available. Planning the outdoor kitchen projects out well in advance allows us to get a quick start shortly after their closing.
This Taylor Morrison home in the Esplanade had a large lanai but not a ton of wall space. In order to accommodate the outdoor kitchen the homeowner envisioned, we closed in a 5’3” long opening. We then had a stucco company come out to match the façade of the new wall to the existing stucco.
Summer Outdoor Kitchen Details:
This beautiful L-shaped outdoor kitchen is 12’9″ in length. There is a support pillar for the granite countertop on the right-hand side. Both the base and pillar are framed with aluminum and wrapped with a wet weather backer board. The façade along the exposed sides is a stacked stone (Cappadocia).
The countertop and side/backsplash are a level 1 granite (Ornamento). The side splash on the left is 4″ in height. The backsplash is 12″ in height, rising to 36″ for a width of 36″, centered under the hood and behind the grill. The bar top supported by the pillar is 8’10” in length (as measured from the back of the grill cabinet) and it is 1’4″ in-depth on the right side and 2’1″ in depth at the center. The support pillar is positioned so that there is a 10″ overhang on its right side.
There was also a second opening that the builder provides for ventilation in the absence of a vent hood. Since we were adding the vent, we closed in this existing and finished it with a stucco facade.
Are you considering a summer kitchen? Have you reached the end of another Summer without installing that beautiful outdoor living environment you’ve always imagined? Well, there’s never been a better time to start the design & construction process!
Here at Elegant Outdoor Kitchens, we pride ourselves on a project well done. From concept to completion we have you covered, we’ll ensure you receive a design that makes the best use of your outdoor living space. The best part about our customized process is that we don’t start building until you sign-off on the proposed plan and 3D visual rendering.
Elegant Outdoor Kitchens is a specialty outdoor kitchen design and contracting service located in the Southwest Florida area. We invite you to give us a call, schedule a consultation, and speak with us about transforming your outdoor living area into a place you will enjoy for many years to come.
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