Let’s face it: we’re all probably spending 2020’s summer at home. No parties, no beaches, no travel.
So, what do we do? We bring the party to us, of course. Here’s some ideas to get your creative brain going and get you inspired to build your own outdoor kitchen and bar. You’re welcome.
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This kitchen comes with a pool.
This isn’t just an outdoor kitchen — it’s a full outdoor oasis. The L-shaped kitchen is really just the start. There’s a dine-in area, a pool, and even hanging chairs!
Get creative with your actual bar.
You truly don’t have to build out a whole bar. Use what you have or what you can get easily! Barrels don’t cost much, and they give any outdoor bar a rustic feel.
Take DIY to the max.
Honestly? This is genius. It’ll stay covered through summer rain, it’s easy to take down, and it looks cozy as heck. This is a great solution for those who don’t want to install a whole kitchen bar in their yards.
This bar is small, but mighty.
And it only took a few days to build! Bars don’t have to have be totally tricked out to be totally awesome. There’s lots of creativity and DIY love in here.
Add some tropical flair.
This bar has a cute tiki vibe! It’s a nice touch to add the bamboo to the roof, too — it looks good, and it also provides some much-needed shade from that summer sun.
Bring in the lights.
Alright, so you’ve got your kitchen. You’ve got the bar set up. What do you need now? LED lights, duh. The place has to bump from dusk to dawn!
Keep it simple.
This is a very DIY-friendly project! All wood, with very little plumbing and some really basic supplies. It’s a great representation of using what you have at home to make something awesome.
Add some fun!
Why not put some color and personality in your bar! This bar is chock full of fun lights, Tiki themes, and even some greenery. It’s such a bright space that would be really fun to spent time in.
Apartments can hang, too.
If you’re short on backyard space, you can set up your own bar on your patio! This one has a truly spectacular view. Surround yours with plants, lights, and good vibes
This one might take some work.
But wow, is it worth it. If it’s an option for you, this whole setup is the stuff that summer dreams are made of. The way that window opens? I’m obsessed.
Keep it small.
But impactful! This bar is definitely what I would call a “Murphy bar.” It’s small, but that just means it can tuck away quickly and be stored for the winter. Love it.
I’m moving in.
This is a whole damn restaurant, tbh. The indoor kitchen opens up to the outdoor seating area, and that outdoor kitchen is just chillin’ in the back. I want this house.
This bar was a door.
No, really! It’s an old door and an old table that were combined to create one awesome bar. It goes to show that you can thrift or reuse everything you need to make your own bar!
Make one out of palettes!
Those things are a DIYer’s dream, and for good reason — they’re versatile as hell! This one had a simple countertop added to it, and that’s that on that! A cute, affordable outdoor bar.
