According to the latest from Zillow, it’s all about the great outdoors when it comes to home renovations this year. Homeowners and buyers across the nation are more interested in spending time outside than ever before.

Backyard upgrades, patios, and pools are the hottest topics in the realm of real estate nowadays, whether you’re buying, selling, or staying right where you are. You can get the best benefits of all three (and more) with a pool outdoor kitchen.

Read on to explore how installing this luxurious backyard addition now can add value and enjoyment to your Maryland summer.

Make Every Meal a Special Occasion

There’s no reason to limit your outdoor cooking to holidays and other occasions. The convenience of a poolside kitchen means you can whip up something special every night.

Even the most ordinary dishes seem more exciting when you’re eating al fresco.

There are very few stovetop dishes you can’t replicate on your charcoal or gas grill. Depending on the equipment you have available, there may be even more options available when you cook outside.

Pizza ovens, flat griddles, and smokers allow you to add incredible variety to your outdoor dining repertoire.

Enjoy Fresh Air and Sunshine

Summertime is ideal for spending time outdoors, yet most children still while away around 7.5 hours in front of a screen every day. Outdoor meals get your kids out of the house and into the fresh air while you prepare dinner.

Instead of catching up on the latest series or browsing YouTube while you cook, they can work up an appetite while playing or swimming in cool waters.

Outdoor dining doesn’t come with the option to stare at a screen while you eat, either. This presents opportunities to catch up and strengthen family bonds.

Effortless Entertaining

Outdoor kitchens are ideal for get-togethers with family and friends at short notice. You needn’t spend the whole day tidying your home in anticipation of their arrival, and it’s a lot easier to clean up afterward, too.

A well-equipped outdoor kitchen can incorporate several features that make entertaining a breeze. You can include a refrigerator, dry pantry, sink, and ice machine.

With all this in place, you needn’t spend time dashing in and out of your house to get supplies. It’s all at your fingertips, leaving you more time to spend with your guests.

When you host an event outside, your guests have more space to spread out and relax, rather than being confined indoors. Outdoor cooking is a social affair, so you can enjoy your time with them instead of slaving away in a hot, cramped kitchen on your own.

Cooking outdoors means the aromas from your barbeque waft tantalizingly in the breeze outdoors instead of infiltrating your home and upholstery.

As much as we all love the smell of a tasty meal simmering in the oven, cooking aromas never smell as good the next day when they’ve invaded every room in your house.

You and your friends can keep an eye on the children in the swimming pool without having to miss out on time with each other.

A Pool Outdoor Kitchen Saves You Money

With an excellent outdoor entertainment area on your doorstep, why would you want to go out to eat? It’s the perfect place to host celebrations, and dining outdoors makes every meal a treat.

Grilled meals are far superior to takeout in terms of fat content and flavor, and they’ll cost you a lot less, too.

The next time you’re craving a little flame-grilled excellence, you can skip the expensive steakhouse. Rather, step outside for an exclusive dining experience.

When you spend your evenings outdoors around a fire pit or gazing at the stars from your poolside perch, you’ll save on electricity in your home, too. Running your television, laptop, and interior lights night after night can make quite an impression on your utility bill.

Cooking outdoors won’t warm up your home’s interior and send your air conditioner into overdrive, either.

Enjoy a Chance to Get Creative

All but the smallest backyards have enough space for a small swimming pool and entertainment area. If you have a tiny or awkwardly shaped yard, planning your outdoor kitchen can help you embrace your inner Picasso.

You can get started by installing a small kitchen counter and portable barbecue and take it from there. You can delineate your kitchen area with pavers or by planting a flower border.

If you already have a pergola, you should consider setting up your kitchen underneath it.

The shade will provide a welcome respite for chefs in the summer heat. It can also provide much-needed shelter in the winter months.

Nothing is stopping you from enjoying your outdoor kitchen when it’s cold outside. A fire pit or space heater can help you make the most of your backyard upgrade year-round.

You’ll get a lot of satisfaction figuring out how to maximize your small yard, and just as much when you get to enjoy it.

Embrace Outdoor Living

Just like your indoor kitchen, your outdoor kitchen isn’t exclusively reserved for cooking. You can also use it as a bar area when hosting a party or simply as a place to unwind from the stresses of the day.

With the right outdoor furniture, your outdoor kitchen can do double duty as somewhere to de-stress and cool off after another long, hot day.

If you decide to install a television in your entertainment area, you can also catch up on your shows in peace or invite neighborhood friends around to watch the next big game.

Get Your Summer Plans Underway

Splash Fiberglass Pool Company will help you get rid of the winter blues by planning for an unforgettable summer.

We offer much more than swimming pool installations; we can help you with pool upgrades like sophisticated paving, a swish gazebo, or a patio that’s perfect for entertaining.

Every pool outdoor kitchen starts with a custom-built barbecue. Get in touch for expert assistance with getting your perfect poolside outdoor kitchen installation underway.