There’s just something about slowing down and soaking up these last days of summer with a Lowcountry breeze, a cold drink, and dinner on the grill. Whether it’s hosting friends for a seafood boil or flipping burgers for a casual family night by the pool, an outdoor kitchen simultaneously elevates and simplifies outdoor home dining.

From state-of-the-art appliances to durable, weather-resistant finishes and ample comfortable seating, every detail in an outdoor kitchen is important. Seating always plays a role in how the space feels- think spacious dining tables for a crowd, cozy breakfast tables for morning coffee, and deep, comfortable couches for lingering after the meal. The goal is to create an extension of the home, while taking the most extreme elements into consideration. We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite outdoor kitchens for inspiration!

Traditional Kiawah Outdoor Dining

This Surfsong Shore outdoor kitchen is classic Kiawah, blending traditional with a relaxed, livable feel. Rich wood floors and ceilings, a built-in stainless grill, and casual rattan seating help the screened porch flow seamlessly from the interior out to the pool.

Letting the Lowcountry Views Steal the Show

There is no shortage of outdoor seating and dining in this Kiawah Estuary. Cream cabinets, a pizza oven, and grill anchor the kitchen, while multiple seating areas from poolside chairs to an intimate firepit invite guests to hang out and socialize. The open feel of it all allows the homeowners and their guests take in the natural beauty of the island.

Covered Porch to Embrace the Seasons

This Contemporary Cassique outdoor kitchen offers the best of both worlds- the open, roomy feel of the outdoors while staying cozy and protected under the warmth of a paneled ceiling. The kitchen and outdoor living room setup makes it easy to grill, cook, dine, and relax all in one space. Imagine gathering out here with family and friends during football season!

Creating Dimension With Brick

This Colorful Kiawah outdoor living space combines comfort and function in classic style. Wood cabinetry, marble backsplash, and white brick make this space feel modern yet cozy. The built-in grill and multiple seating areas create a comfortable flow for entertaining.

Nature-Inspired Outdoor Living Spaces

The coastal surroundings of this Stay Awhile home feel integrated into the space with natural textures. The open space, stone fireplace, rattan seating, and tree trunk coffee table create a relaxed atmosphere perfect for relaxing evenings outdoors.

Seamless Flow From Indoors to Outdoors

This Dreamy Daniel Island outdoor kitchen connects cooking and lounging with an open concept similar to indoors. A large outdoor dining table separates a full cooking station from a brick fireplace with sofa seating. Cook in the kitchen, eat at the dining table, then flow to the seating area to relax with a fire and a good movie.

Coastal views, pools, and warm weather almost year-round make the Lowcountry the perfect place to set up an outdoor kitchen. See more of our Lowcountry-inspired designs in our portfolio!