{"id":162347,"date":"2021-05-10T00:10:57","date_gmt":"2021-05-10T05:10:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.staging3.kitchenbathdesign.com\/?p=162347"},"modified":"2022-07-19T15:14:52","modified_gmt":"2022-07-19T20:14:52","slug":"whats-hot-in-outdoor-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kitchenbathdesign.com\/whats-hot-in-outdoor-living\/","title":{"rendered":"What\u2019s Hot in Outdoor Living"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">With apologies to the Gershwins; summertime, <\/span><span class=\"s2\">and the living is easy. Fish are grilling and the clients are nigh. What\u2019s hap<\/span>pening this season with your outdoor projects?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">What, you\u2019re not taking any on? That\u2019s a missed opportunity, as interest in outdoor kitchens, living areas, even showers, has grown tremendously. Clients are taking vacation dollars they didn\u2019t spend during a year they remained mostly at home and turning their yards, decks, patios and balconies into staycation-worthy spaces. Best of all, you already have many of the skill sets and resources needed to tackle these projects. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Let\u2019s look at outdoor living trends with five industry pros:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p3\">Ferguson\u2019s Senior Director of Category Management Kate Bailey;<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Chicago Roof Deck\u2019s Design Studio Director Jake Gazlay;<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Lenette Hewitt, marketing director for California-based boutique home builder Davidson Communities;<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">Greenville, South Carolina-based Kustom Home Design firm Owner Kimberly Kerl;<\/li>\n<li class=\"p3\">NKBA research head Tricia Zach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_162349\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132446\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Cabinetry_Kerl.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-162349\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162349 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132446\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Cabinetry_Kerl.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-162349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162349 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132446\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Cabinetry_Kerl.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132446\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Cabinetry_Kerl.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132446\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Cabinetry_Kerl-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Low-maintenance surfaces and high functionality are hallmarks of outdoor cabinetry today.<br \/>Photo: Courtesy of Kimberly Kerl, Kustom Home Design<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>The Pandemic Effect<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cThe seismic shift Americans have experienced over the past year has made homeowners keenly aware of their outdoor spaces, resulting in increased demand,\u201d observes Bailey. \u201cHomeowners see the outdoors as an active extension of their homes, and the possibilities are plenty.\u201d Those possibilities include improving or adding porches, patios, outdoor kitchens and living spaces, she observes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">The result is ample new opportunities across the spectrum, including for kitchen and bathroom professionals. \u201cOur members are absolutely seeing an increased volume of outdoor living spaces compared to pre-COVID!\u201d Zach declares. \u201cIn fact, 65 percent of designers have cited that their current or planned 2021 volume of projects for residential outdoor living areas will be up.\u201d This category has become so popular that the association has added an outdoor section to its annual trend report, she shares.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Kerl says almost a fifth of her projects from last year were specifically for dedicated outdoor spaces, and half of the remaining design-build projects her firm took on included an outdoor element. \u201cWhile many of my projects include a secondary outdoor element, I received at least twice as many new inquiries and actual jobs for projects whose primary focus was an outdoor living space,\u201d she shares.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Homebuilder Davidson is including multiple outdoor living spaces in all its new Delta Coves coastal community residences in the San Francisco Bay Area, Hewitt says. \u201cEach of the 42 homes has its own private dock, wrap-around decks, expanded decks over the water and upper decks with sleeping porches.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_162350\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132653\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Bathroom_-Ferguson-Hansgrohe.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-162350\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162350 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132653\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Bathroom_-Ferguson-Hansgrohe.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"821\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-162350\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162350 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132653\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Bathroom_-Ferguson-Hansgrohe.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"821\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132653\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Bathroom_-Ferguson-Hansgrohe.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132653\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Bathroom_-Ferguson-Hansgrohe-234x300.jpg 234w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Outdoor showers and bathrooms add a spa feel and convenience to a home.<br \/>Photo: Courtesy of Hansgrohe, available through Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Space Planning<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Gazlay\u2019s Chicago Roof Deck projects are all outdoor based. \u201cOutdoor kitchens and lounge areas are the most popular spaces,\u201d he comments. The same is true for Kerl\u2019s South Carolina clientele, with large-scale, very well-equipped kitchens being the most requested.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Zach agrees: \u201cThe top outdoor spaces homeowners are upgrading or creating include outdoor kitchens, patios\/decks and screened-in porches\/three-season rooms.\u201d Those results included both improving existing areas and creating brand new spaces, Zach reports.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Bailey notes that the definition and scope of outdoor kitchens have expanded beyond the basic grill station, a trend definitely worth noting: \u201cAs homeowners are looking to create outdoor cooking and dining oases, they seek to upgrade existing spaces for more functionality and better aesthetics.\u201d This has meant adding quality lighting, outdoor fireplaces, decorative furniture and decorative elements, she points out. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Just as they do indoors, Gazlay\u2019s clients want to hang out in the outdoor kitchen, too, he notes. Given the sometimes harsh weather of his Chicago area, \u201cThere is a major focus to extend the use of the space into cooler seasons and inclement weather. Shade structures, heaters, fire pits and lighting are all great design solutions to encourage extended use,\u201d he notes.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_162351\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132802\/KBDN0521_Pizza-Oven_Kalamazoo-WBD.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-162351\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162351 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132802\/KBDN0521_Pizza-Oven_Kalamazoo-WBD.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-162351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162351 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132802\/KBDN0521_Pizza-Oven_Kalamazoo-WBD.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132802\/KBDN0521_Pizza-Oven_Kalamazoo-WBD.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07132802\/KBDN0521_Pizza-Oven_Kalamazoo-WBD-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> Pizza ovens, side burners and other sophisticated cooking appliances are supplementing grills for well-equipped outdoor cooking centers.<br \/>Photo: Courtesy of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet and Wellness by Design (Tiller Press, 2020) \u00a9 J. Gold<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Appliances and Fixtures<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">These new and improved outdoor spaces go far beyond what comprised an outdoor kitchen in past decades, all agree. \u201cYears ago, the focus was a built-in grilling station that has now morphed into multiple cooking sources such as pizza ovens, teppanyaki-style griddles, multi-burner grills, power burners for tall stock pots and various types of smokers,\u201d Kerl shares.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Fixtures and appliances have gotten more sophisticated too, the designer says: \u201cOutdoor sinks are beginning to reflect the same multipurpose designs that we see in indoor kitchens, and can be used for prep, cleaning and serving of chilled items. Refrigeration and ice makers are commonly added outdoors.\u201d Since so many outdoor kitchens are now under cover, ventilation is important too, she comments.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s1\">Ferguson is also seeing strong sales in these <\/span><span class=\"s2\">products, as well as in outdoor wine coolers. <\/span><span class=\"s3\">\u201cHomeowners enjoy pairing their pizza with their <\/span>favorite vintage, especially when enjoyed at the <span class=\"s3\">ideal temperature thanks to an outdoor wine cooler with an adjustable climate feature,\u201d Bailey says. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">She\u2019s also witnessing a trend toward technology-enhanced offerings. \u201cHomeowners are investing in smart outdoor appliances, with smart grills being the most popular. Some grills offer voice-activation technology and mobile apps, allowing you to choose a recipe and send it straight to your grill. Smart smokers that let you check on food via an app while the food is cooking takes a close second place.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Bailey also sees the interest in antimicrobial capability that is trending indoors showing up outside, too. \u201cFixtures in living finishes of copper, brass and bronze are in high demand. They are proven to have inherent properties that aid in the destruction of a range of microorganisms,\u201d she comments. Low maintenance stainless steel also remains popular, she adds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Cabinetry and Countertops<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cMaterials for outdoor kitchens have greatly expanded beyond the typical stone or brick base,\u201d Kerl points out. \u201cToday we design with wood-look PVC cabinets, stainless steel cabinets and even less conventional materials like porcelain and concrete.\u201d She uses stone, concrete and Dekton for tops.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">In his Chicago market, Gazlay says, \u201cThe hottest cabinetry trend is \u2018custom-built\u2019 pieces clad in a material that is carried throughout the <span class=\"s1\">space, such as ipe, porcelain tile, concrete board or stone. Building in a kitchen or piece of cabinetry that shares detailing to the larger project is always impressive.\u201d He uses Dekton, porcelain slab and outdoor-rated quartz for his tops. One detail he points out is clients\u2019 desire for low-maintenance <\/span><span class=\"s3\">finishes outdoors. \u201cCostly refinishing and mainte<\/span><span class=\"s1\">nance work is no longer the expectation,\u201d he states.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\u201cStainless steel is hot,\u201d Hewitt notes about <span class=\"s3\">what the California builder is seeing in Davidson\u2019s <\/span>outdoor cabinetry choices. \u201cFor us, being right on the water, concrete countertops are durable and weather resistant. For our new Waters Edge homes, we\u2019ll be using weatherproof cabinetry.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Overall, NKBA\u2019s Zach notes, \u201cBuilt-in cabinetry with stainless steel\/metal or wood doors are most prevalent in outdoor kitchens. Cabinet door and drawer styles vary, but colors are usually gray\/silver or beige, tan or brown. Cabinets are used mostly for storing non-food items.\u201d Natural stone and quartz countertops are the most popular for outdoor kitchens, she says.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_162352\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07133000\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Living_NKBA-Pollard.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-162352\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162352 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07133000\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Living_NKBA-Pollard.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-162352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-162352 lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07133000\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Living_NKBA-Pollard.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07133000\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Living_NKBA-Pollard.jpg 640w, https:\/\/sola-images.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/07133000\/KBDN0521_Outdoor-Living_NKBA-Pollard-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a> <span class=\"s1\">Comfort features like heaters, overhead coverings <\/span>and fans make outdoor spaces livable year-round.<br \/>Photo: Courtesy of Reisa Pollard of Beyond Beige Interior Design<br \/>Photo: Amanda Oster &amp; Stephen Li<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Outdoor Enhancements<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Comfort, lighting and entertainment features are all popular for outdoor living areas, the experts agree. \u201cAs noted in the NKBA Design Trends, 48 percent of homeowners are looking for integrated entertainment in their outdoor living spaces. The inclusion of televisions, centralized controls for sound systems and lighting, and smart-home technologies are highly desired,\u201d Zach shares.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Kerl says her clients are optimizing comfort: \u201cMost homes I design have an outdoor living space that is designed with a fireplace or fire pit and\/or ceiling-mounted radiant heaters. Retractable screens are also popular, as are glass and other panels to enclose the space during colder months.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">These are in demand with Gazlay\u2019s Chicago area clients, too, he shares. \u201cTelevisions, fire pits, spas and other amenities that you might find at the interior are now standard for the outdoor space.\u201d Those TVs have come a long way, he notes, with outdoor performance improved and prices reduced. \u201cMore than anything, we find all projects benefit from a sound system at some level. Wireless technology has allowed for outdoor A\/V to be far more easily installed and operated,\u201d he states.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Water Features<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cSmaller-scale wading or lap pools have gained in popularity, often paired with a built-in hot tub,\u201d Kerl shares.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Another area where water features are trending is off the primary bedroom suite. \u201cMany homeowners are looking to create an intimate outdoor space to bring the hotel or spa experience home,\u201d Ferguson\u2019s Bailey observes, particularly in moderate climates. \u201cOutdoor shower panels offer body jets and hand sprays with integrated shelving and come in various styles to complement both the home and outdoor space. Natural materials like treated bamboo, neutral color finishes like white and black powder and stainless steel are popular for both looks and durability.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Davidson is offering outdoor bathroom features in the company\u2019s Northern California communities, Hewitt says, in the form of outdoor showers for the main bathrooms and half baths accessible from the private docks. \u201cIf you\u2019re in the boat, you can jump off to use the restroom and not go through the whole house. The new Waters Edge models will have an outdoor bathtub in one of the backyards,\u201d Hewitt notes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\u201cMost of my lake and beach house designs include an outdoor shower,\u201d Kerl says. These tend to be functional setups to allow guests to rinse off before entering the home, but even those are getting more design attention, with benches and decorative floors, she shares. \u201cThe design tends to reflect the setting with incorporation of natural materials.\u201d The designer sees this trend growing with the increased popularity and competition for vacation rental business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><b>Last Words<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">While the pandemic won\u2019t last forever, the realization it brought to millions of American homeowners of the importance and value of their outdoor spaces will likely endure for decades. This trend was already growing before 2020 and can bring added health to your clients and healthy profits to your business. \u25aa<\/p>\n<p class=\"p6\"><span class=\"s1\"><i>Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC is an author, wellness design consultant and industry speaker. Her third book, <\/i>Wellness by Design<i> (Simon &amp; Schuster), published September 2020. You can learn more about her Wellness Market presentations, books and consulting services at jamiegold.net.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With apologies to the Gershwins; summertime, and the living is easy. 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