Historic Charm Meets New Outdoor Kitchen
Design by
Ron Peterson
When our clients approached us about redesigning their small backyard space, they were looking to create a more functional and inviting outdoor living area adjacent to their existing pool. Their hot tub was underutilized, and they wanted to incorporate a new outdoor kitchen, bar area, and seating for entertaining.
Blending Old and New
Given the historic nature of their neighborhood, landscape designer Ron Peterson designed a structure that complemented the existing architecture of their home. He worked with Hebron Brick to select a recycled street brick, matching the exact same brick used on the house. The roofline and framing were also designed to mimic the style of the home, allowing for a seamless integration.
Despite the limited space, we included essential outdoor kitchen features like a refrigerator, sink, and a large built-in grill. A raised bartop provided additional seating and counter space.
A Team Effort
This Sioux Falls outdoor kitchen was a collaborative effort involving several local subcontractors.
First and foremost was Zobel Carpentry who built the structure, while our team handled the masonry and outdoor kitchen. T + T Granite and Quartz installed the countertops, and Nichols Painting contributed the final exterior touches.
Ron says that having this many “cooks in the kitchen” (pun intended) presented some logistical challenges while working in this small space.
“We coordinated schedules and communicated timelines amongst each other,” Ron explains. “In total, five subcontractors had a hand in this outdoor project.”
Working Through the Winter; Ready for Spring!
Many people don’t realize that we can install landscaping projects during the winter. That’s especially true of custom masonry projects, which is what we did for this project.
By tarping over a workspace and heating the inside of it, our team at Weller Brothers Landscape Professionals comfortably crafted the masonry and kitchen elements within the structure.
This was especially beneficial for the homeowners; in fact, they were enjoying southern sunshine throughout the entire construction process.
When they came back to South Dakota for the summer months, their new outdoor kitchen was ready for them to enjoy!
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