April 5, 2025
It's becoming increasingly popular nowadays: an outdoor kitchen with a bar. And it's not without reason! What could be more enjoyable than having friends and family gather around while you're cooking? There are numerous options to create a bar for your outdoor kitchen. In this blog, we'll share everything about the possibilities and inspire you with some examples. Read on to discover why a bar takes outdoor cooking to a new level.
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Why an Outdoor Kitchen with a Bar
As mentioned earlier, a bar is a beautiful addition to your outdoor kitchen. But what makes a bar indispensable for your outdoor kitchen? It's quite simple, really. Outdoor cooking is a communal activity. There's nothing better than having family and friends easily join in while you prepare a delicious Cote de Boeuf on the Big Green Egg. Coming together and enjoying high-quality dishes are seamlessly combined with the presence of a bar.
A Bar Behind Your Outdoor Kitchen
Broadly speaking, there are two options when choosing an outdoor kitchen with a bar. You can have a bar behind the kitchen or a bar that can also be used as a dining table. Below is an example of the first variant. A bar has been created at the back of the kitchen with dimmable LED lighting underneath. This way, the bar is not only very comfortable but also an enhancement to the design of your kitchen.
By placing stools at the bar, your guests can easily join for a drink, creating a naturally cozy atmosphere.
Use a Bar as a Dining Table for Your Outdoor Kitchen
Another possibility is a long bar that serves as a dining table. Placing the bar at the height of the kitchen creates a seamless connection between the cooking area and the bar. With seating available on two sides of the bar, it is well-suited for use as a dining table. Comfortable!
A bar as a dining table can be positioned in two ways. You can choose to align the bar with the kitchen countertop, creating one long piece of furniture that also adds a unique design effect. Another option is to place the bar perpendicular to the kitchen. The resulting L-shape provides intimacy and integrates the bar with the kitchen. The project below opted for the latter variant. The L-shape complements the square shape of the terrace and adds structure to the outdoor space. If you have a more elongated terrace, a bar aligned with the kitchen may be a better fit for you.
More Information?
If you're interested in an outdoor kitchen with a bar and would like to know what suits your terrace best, we look forward to advising you. Contact us quickly to schedule an appointment at your home or in the Studio in Kootwijkerbroek.
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