--- title: Blog | Destination Homes description: Discover the top 5 outdoor kitchen trends for 2017, from expanded functionality to Kamado-style grills and outdoor chandeliers. Upgrade your outdoor living space with these stylish ideas. image: https://blog.destinationhomes.com/hubfs/198%20(63).jpeg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017#main-content) [![Destination Homes ](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/hubfs/DestinationHomes_Stacked_Red.svg)](https://destinationhomes.com) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Contact us](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017#contact) [Contact us](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017#contact) 7/26/17 10:00 PM # 5 Outdoor Kitchen Trends for 2017 [Admin](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/author/admin) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://blog.destinationhomes.com/5-outdoor-kitchen-trends-for-2017) Outdoor living spaces have evolved dramatically in the past decade. The backyard grill has transformed to an outdoor kitchen, complete with everything you need to prepare, serve, and clean up after full-course meals. Thinking of updating your al fresco culinary space? ![Outdoor kitchen trends. outdoor living. Barbecue.](https://blog.destinationhomes.com/hs-fs/hubfs/198%20(63).jpeg?width=300&height=198&name=198%20(63).jpeg) Here are the latest outdoor kitchen trends for 2017. ## **Expand the function** A kitchen requires more than a grill and a prep area. This year, homeowners are adding refrigerators, ice makers, sinks, dishwashers, side burners, smokers, and pizza ovens, so they can handle all the kitchen tasks outdoors, and avoid running in and out of the house. They’re installing more elaborate cabinetry for the added storage they need in the expanded outdoor kitchen (powder-coated metal cabinets offer style with durability). They’re adding or upgrading countertops, with materials like granite, soapstone, concrete, and stainless steel. Quartz, although a popular choice for the indoor kitchen, doesn’t stand up to direct sunlight. ## **Hatch an egg** The Kamado-style grill—like the Big Green Egg—has caught on in recent years, but the concept has been in use for thousands of years. These versatile ceramic grills can be used as a smoker, grill, and even a pizza oven. The design enables a broad range of cooking temperatures, from low (for smoking) all the way up to 800°. ## **Entertainment is a bigger priority than ever** You’ll be spending more time in your upgraded space, so your outdoor kitchen might include a separate bar or drink station, a large-screen television, wine cooler, and keg. ## **Fan the flames** An outdoor fireplace or fire pit add form and function to your outdoor living space. Cook over the open flame. Cozy up by the crackling fire. Mount your outdoor TV above the fireplace mantle. What better place to enjoy football games in the fall? ## **Chandeliers have stepped outside** While you’re installing or expanding the electrical wiring in your outdoor living space, now is a great time to change your exterior lighting. Chandeliers have found their way outdoors, and enhance the aesthetics. 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