Floor : Because it offers broad aesthetic appeal and it ’ s relatively easy to keep clean , tile flooring is a top choice for bathrooms . Not only can you add style with the color and texture of the tile , you can take your flooring to even greater levels with special patterns and designs . Another flooring enhancement — heated coils that run below the surface to keep cool tile warm and cozy when it ’ s cold outside .
Storage : While aesthetic appeal is important , a bathroom without sufficient storage space is truly lacking in function . Be sure your design includes a place to keep essentials like towels and personal grooming items . Whether your storage space blends in or stands out is entirely up to you ; some vanities actually look more like stylish furniture , and open shelving is a popular choice for a modern space .
With the wide range of options available , it ’ s easy to create a bathroom that delivers the perfect combination of style and function .
Get the right heat — It all starts with the grill , which is the centerpiece of the outdoor kitchen . Russ Faulk , chief designer and head of product for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet , suggests basing your selection on the cook you aspire to be , not the kind you are now . Remember that there are no uniform depths , heights or widths when it comes to grills , so future upgrades can be a challenge .
More homeowners are also expanding their cooking capabilities with specialized products offering different types of heat . Smokers , pizza ovens and charcoal or wood-fired grills are options to keep in mind as they can enhance the outdoor cooking experience .
Assess the space — Think about how you envision the relationship between your indoor and outdoor kitchens . If they are relatively close together , an outdoor kitchen can utilize the indoor kitchen ’ s capabilities , such as prep space and storage . Conversely , a fully independent outdoor kitchen with
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Smart , Stylish Designs for Outdoor Kitchens
Kitchens are moving outside and are expected to be a top design trend in 2017 .
An outdoor kitchen can greatly improve the value of a home , and it brings family and friends together . Whether it ’ s having your neighbors for a weekend barbecue or a big family gathering , everyone loves being outside .
Big or small , the basic principles of outdoor kitchen design remain the same . Get started by understanding these basics : refrigeration , warming cabinets and cabinetry is more self-reliant , but will require more space and connections for gas , water and electricity .
In the zone — You ’ ll get the most out of your outdoor kitchen when you have different functional zones designated . Plot out where you will position four key zones , wet , cold , hot and dry , to make prepping , cooking , serving and cleaning much easier .
The cold zone should be next to the wet zone . This will simplify moving food from the refrigerator ( cold zone ) to the sink ( wet zone ) to wash and get ready for grilling in the hot zone .
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