Full House-Blue Island

BLUE ISLAND | The “blue island” is where food prep happens. The perimeter cabinetry and backsplash tile match the other half of the kitchen, while this area features distinctive pendants over […]

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Full House-Seating Island

SEATING ISLAND | The homeowners use the seating island pretty much every day, the designer says. The light fixtures over the island add a bit of circular panache to the primarily […]

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The Grills of Summer-Outdoor Kitchen

Russ Faulk of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet believes several factors have contributed to the popularity of outdoor kitchens. “First and foremost, it is a central part of the growing outdoor living […]

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The Grills of Summer-Outdoor Gourmet Kitchen

Sufficient counter space is an important consideration when creating an outdoor kitchen, says Russ Faulk, chief designer and head of product for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet.

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The Grills of Summer-Grill

Burgers, hot dogs and steaks once had a monopoly on the barbecue grill. Today, we’re just as likely to cook vegetables outdoors.

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The Grills of Summer-SmartGrill

Grills with computer components take the guesswork out of cooking and make party planning a breeze. Scott Grugel of Lynx Grills says this SmartGrill “is an app-driven device. It holds […]

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