Presenting

FannieHillman-Spring2017-Digital

Florists' Review Media Group has served the global floral in study for over 124 years.

Issue link: http://floridahomesmag.uberflip.com/i/833541

Contents of this Issue

Navigation

Page 11 of 59

AFTER FLOATING IN THE POOL OR CHATTING FIRESIDE AND ENJOYING A COCKTAIL, THE DAY CAN INCLUDE A FULL MEAL PREPARED COMPLETELY OUTSIDE. HILLMA N HOMES | F E A T U R E From a practical standpoint, the makeup of the kitchen itself is limited only by the designer's own imagination. Basics such as barbecue grills, side burners and griddles allow breakfast, lunch, dinner and just about everything in between to be served up outside. More sophisticated upgrades are also available, with gas or electric choices, pizza ovens and even warming drawers. With so many possibilities, it is tempting to transition into using the outdoor kitchen almost exclusively. Not only does it reduce energy costs by keeping the house cool even when the oven is fired up and all burners are going, it also prevents cooking odors in the home. From the preparation to the enjoyment of the meal, there is nothing like fresh-air cuisine. A juicy burger broiled to perfection on the grill easily puts a pan-cooked or oven-baked burger to shame. Aesthetically, the options are similarly varied. Stacked stone dresses up the façade of a grill, as does glazed ceramic tile. Weathered wood lends the space a rustic look when used either as an accent or in framing the kitchen area. Hand-painted murals on the backsplash are an artistic touch that can be carried from inside to outside, following a similar theme or color scheme. Gorgeous tile or ornate granite adorns countertops, often mirroring the elegance and palette of the rest of the home. For ambiance, lights strung across the lanai create a festive or even romantic mood. And of course, the Florida foliage that surrounds this outdoor environment also adds to the atmosphere—swaying palm fronds, lush ferns and climbing vines of brightly hued bougainvillea or Mandevilla blooms naturally set a pleasant tone tableside. From the preparation to the enjoyment of the meal, there is nothing like fresh-air cuisine. 10 | Fannie Hillman + Associates

Articles in this issue

view archives of Presenting - FannieHillman-Spring2017-Digital