24 chic outdoor kitchen ideas

Are you on the lookout for outdoor kitchen ideas? If you love to host friends and family in the garden, adding a cooking zone to your plot could be just the update you need.

Outdoor kitchens are incredibly practical for when entertaining alfresco. So if you're already considering an outdoor bar, why not go one step further? With everything within arm's reach out in the fresh air, there's no need to endlessly trudge in and out of the house to wash up or check on the cooking. That means you can spend more time with your guests (and in the sunshine) when dining outdoors.

And the best news? They can be done on as low or high a budget as you like – from super-sized, roof-covered setups with all the mod cons, to portable, modular kitchens perfect for smaller plots. Whether you love contemporary styles or a more rustic feel, you'll be sure to find a design that's just right for your yard.