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Outdoor kitchen design question

wps456
wps456 Posts: 107
in EGG Table Forum
Hey y'all, first post here. We're building a house and trying to figure out the cooking station. We have a rectangular porch and plan to just use 1 side for the station. I've got a gas line coming off the house and plan to hook up a 36" Blackstone. I've also got a large BGE that I'm gonna use as well. There will be 1 walkway off the porch on the side as well (I'm guessing that's about 3'). The length is 19' from house to porch post. I would like to do something similar to what is pictured in the link. I am also thinking about adding an XL BGE as well if there's enough room to go with plenty of countertop space. Is there enough room? Thanks for any advice, I'll take any that y'all would like to offer!!
https://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1202906/new-outdoor-kitchen-covered-patio-w-pics/p1
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  • wps456
    wps456 Posts: 107
    Add: Also, what is the recommended dimensions for the setting for a Large and an XL BGE (the square cutout in the counter)?
    Thanks!
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  • jdMyers
    jdMyers Posts: 1,336
    I made my stone opening 36x28 to fit either size.  My granite opening is 32x 28  and still plenty wide..  space to set things down as well.  I don't have utensil hangers


    Columbus, Ohio
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  • jdMyers
    jdMyers Posts: 1,336

    This is a 3ft walkway


    Columbus, Ohio
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    jdMyers Posts: 1,336

    Columbus, Ohio
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  • SSN686
    SSN686 Posts: 3,506
    Morning @wps456 

    Here is my set up...


    I don't have the Blackstone (wasn't a popular item when I had this done in 2006)...you didn't mention anything about having a sink but I highly recommend it (mine is 19" diameter so I can drop the cooking grids in to help clean them)...get as much storage & counter space as you can as you will make use of it.

    Have a GREAT day!

       Jay

    Brandon, FL


     

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  • wps456
    wps456 Posts: 107
    Thanks Jay, that is an awesome setup!! I agree on the counter space and storage. I'm likely not going with a sink so I don't have to worry about it freezing up in the winter (1 less faucet to have to leave dripping on cold nights).
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  • SonVolt
    SonVolt Posts: 3,316
    A sink is almost mandatory, even if it means winterizing it. 
    South of Nashville  -  BGE XL  -  Alfresco 42" ALXE  -  Alfresco Versa Burner  - Sunbeam Microwave 
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  • YukonRon
    YukonRon Posts: 17,075
    If I may add anything of value, it may be this; build not only for counter space, be sure to build with storage space in mind. This is coming from a fellow member that bought a early 20th century home with little or no storage space. You will thank me. 
    "Knowledge is Good" - Emil Faber

    XL and MM
    Louisville, Kentucky
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  • SonVolt
    SonVolt Posts: 3,316
    edited June 2021
    Agreed. Having everything you need already outside makes enjoying your outdoor kitchen that much more enjoyable -  plates, utensils, serving platers, foil, tongs, paper towels, salt/pepper, dedicated cookware (etc). 
    South of Nashville  -  BGE XL  -  Alfresco 42" ALXE  -  Alfresco Versa Burner  - Sunbeam Microwave 
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