Would it look right to put an outdoor kitchen under screened pool?

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I just moved into this house coming from a house in the country from lots of land; so this type of home is very new to me. It's a typical Florida home with a screened in pool. I want to add a hot tub and a place that I can add my BBQ pit and flat top grill, plus a place to sit and eat. I've included pictures of my pool area as it is now (I close in a week). I also included a picture of a 'room' with a hot tub and bar. Would it look weird to build something like that in that big blank space under the screen room?

Sandy · Answer

I visited a friend that had very similar set up - he had a stone faced bar and kitchen built in and the whole area started under the house roof and extended out into the screened area. that allowed to still serve beverages, etc during wet weather- the cooking area extended out under screen - the rock was a great match

Sarah A. Victory · Answer

It sounds like a great idea but whom ever you get to do the work should know what local codes permit. Congrats on your new home, looks terrific!

Judy Millett · Answer

I think it would be a terrific addition to the entertaining space, !

Carol Dailey · Answer

that would be awesome, but in Florida there are some strict code we have to go by, just make sure you get a good constrution company, permits and such because if it's not to code they will make you trar it down! Carol in
 Port Saint Lucie,Fl

Michelle · Answer

It could be beautiful if done right, like before check with codes, I'd think you would need ventilation for the grill & flattop, you've got plenty of space for the cook area as well as the dining area, add lots of color, after all it is your space do what makes you smile every time you see that area.

Connie Phillips · Answer

I try to stay as far away from the kitchen as possible. In fact my ex said if I ever wanted to hide, I should hide in the kitchen. No one would think to look for me there, lol. Btw, what a beautiful pool.

Johnchip · Answer

It is 'too heavy' looking a structure, too 'closed in' for the open space. I have no idea why you would want any structure. I would design a nice open kitchen and put a hot tub in with some nice plantings, aviary, fountain, whatever around it. Any 'structural' elements should coordinate with the metal work of the existing metal screen structure.

Polly Zieper · Answer

I live in sFL and most people who have backyard pools have the screen enclosure pictured, otherwise the mosquitos make the swimming season very short. An outdoor kitchen is a bonus!I envy neighbors who have a grill, sink, some have a minifridge, also. Enjoy!

Christin Adree · Answer

Yes, that could absolutely work, depending on the theme you would use.
I would incorporate such a kitchen int a tikky lounge or spa bistro.
You will have to work with an extra large exhaust hood tho, so you do not have to worry about cooking fumes fogging up your glass and leaving deposits, like smoke from a grill a fat.

Dorothy · Answer

Absolutely, why miss all the fun running back and forth to the kitchen?

Diane Claeys Biedenweg · Answer

My only concern would be whether or not the concrete is strong/thick enough to hold the weight of a filled hot tub.

Leah M · Answer

I would guess that if your grill is gas, it would be safe. I wouldn't put a charcoal grill in without some sort of venting, even though the porch is screened.

Shirley Russel · Answer

Yes my husband and I are redoing our kitchen in the lanai and we are buying a Kenyon Grill it is electric no smoke and no fire the coils are protected and easy to clean

Lainey Howell · Answer

As long as there is sufficient ventilation, I see no problems with the concept.

Shirley Russel · Answer

They have portable ones to or built in you can even use them indoors

Shirley Russel · Answer

also ours is under the roof of the lanai

Jean DeSavage · Answer

Considering the large empty area at the end of the pool, it looks like the perfect space for your 'kitchen' and eating area. If there's room at the other end I would put the hot tub there or in the middle on the side. away from the kitchen area.

Daniel James · Answer

Reallyit’s your very good plan. It will be a very nice look if you are doing likethis. Outdoor kitchen under pool, Gazebo etc are the beauty of home. Beforesome months I decorated my home with Stylish Gazebo with the help of SunJoyIndustries and really it was amazing. So you may take help of that for your anyrequirements. Thank you.

Bci33654036 · Answer

Would like to put in a wood burning pizza oven in my lanai, my only concern will the smoke damage my screen ? Thank you so much

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Mary · Answer

Hi dear, I have similar pool cage and I want to build a outdoor bbq area, do you come out with any ideas,

Deb K · Answer

Hi Lacy, smoke isn't good for the screen but I see a spot where you could do the kitchen by the screened area and put it in a pergola or large hard top gazebo.

Mogie · Answer

You need to look into what is allowed and what needs inspection first. Talk to someone in your local planning department.

Mogie · Answer

Perhaps I am a little paranoid but just saw a video of a pool giving way and crushing the bottom levels of a parking garage.

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