November 2008
by Pat Curry
Outdoor kitchens are a popular amenity in the seaside homes of well-heeled clients. But when designing an outdoor kitchen in the hot and humid Gulf, builders must take care to use durable materials that can take a beating. Pat Curry looks at how to craft these appealing spaces while making sure they can withstand the high winds, tidal surges, heat, and humidity of the southern shore.
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Outdoor Kitchens for the South Coast Outdoor kitchens are a popular amenity in high-end homes nationwide. But such rooms face added challenges in homes along the Gulf and South Florida coasts. Pat Curry Time was when the only requirement for a cookout was a grill, a good set of tongs, and a Styrofoam cooler to ice down the beer. Today, the grill might be built in, and it may be accompanied by a rotisserie, a refrigerator, a sink, a beer tap, warming drawers, and a pizza oven. In fact, many high-end builders now offer well-designed outdoor kitchens to their customers,
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