Northwood
This focused Northwood garden project centred on creating an exceptional outdoor cooking experience through the installation of a premium built-in BBQ that elevates alfresco dining and transforms the garden into a sophisticated entertaining space.
The heart of this project is a custom-designed, built-in BBQ installation that represents a serious investment in outdoor cooking capability. Unlike portable alternatives, this permanent fixture is expertly integrated into the garden's hard landscaping, creating a professional-grade cooking station that's both functional and visually striking. The built-in design provides substantial cooking capacity, making it ideal for entertaining family and friends whilst adding a genuine 'wow factor' to the garden.
The BBQ unit was carefully positioned to take advantage of the best aspects of the garden whilst ensuring practical considerations such as proximity to the house, prevailing wind direction and social sight lines were all addressed. The installation includes integrated preparation surfaces and storage, creating a complete outdoor kitchen that allows the homeowners to prepare and cook meals entirely outdoors without constantly returning to the interior kitchen.
The quality construction and premium materials ensure this feature will provide years of reliable service whilst withstanding British weather conditions. The built-in nature of the installation means it becomes a permanent enhancement to the property, adding value whilst creating a focal point that defines the entertaining area of the garden.
This substantial cooking feature transforms how the homeowners use their outdoor space, encouraging regular alfresco dining and creating a natural gathering point for social occasions. The professional-grade capability allows for ambitious outdoor cooking, from simple weeknight dinners to elaborate entertaining, making the garden an extension of the home's living space rather than an occasional fair-weather amenity.
The completed installation delivers restaurant-quality cooking capability in a domestic garden setting, providing the homeowners with a premium outdoor feature that enhances both their lifestyle and their property.
Project Details
- Invest in permanent installations – Built-in BBQs offer superior functionality, longevity and visual impact compared to portable units, justifying the additional investment through enhanced usability and property value.
- Consider fuel type carefully – Whether gas, charcoal or hybrid, ensure utility connections or fuel storage are properly planned; gas lines and electrical supplies should be installed professionally during construction.
- Plan adequate counter space – Built-in BBQs need generous preparation surfaces on both sides for food prep, serving and resting hot items; insufficient workspace undermines the unit's functionality.
- Position for social cooking – Orient BBQ installations to face seating areas, allowing the cook to interact with guests rather than working in isolation, making food preparation part of the entertainment.
- Think about weather protection – Consider adding overhead shelter or positioning near existing covered areas to extend usability during unpredictable British weather, maximising your investment's use throughout the year.
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We were delighted with the New Patio that Limestone Landscapes built for us which was on budget. It involved the complete rebuild and extension of the current Patio and the result is exactly what we envisaged and reflects well on the quality and professionalism of Limestone Landscapes. Terry was very accomodating to our additional work demands such as laying turf to even up the garden, putting in a new door and LED lighting. We were delighted with the finish which has met our expectations. Terry managed the project and made sure that it was finished properly and made sure that that any issues were promptly dealt with.