Outdoor Kitchen
The Outdoor Kitchen Wizard creates a customised outdoor cooking and entertaining area. Steps: counter → appliances → cover.
The Outdoor Kitchen Wizard generates a parametric cooking station you configure through four steps: Counter, Appliances, Cover, and Apply. Choose a Straight, L-Shape, or U-Shape counter run, mix in built-in appliances such as a grill, sink, fridge, and burner, and optionally add a raised bar counter and an overhead pergola or solid roof. The resulting object renders in both 2D plan view and 3D perspective and stays fully editable after placement.
Step 3 — Cover
Optionally add a pergola or louvered cover above the kitchen. Set height and roof type.
Choose a counter layout and dimensions
Select Straight, L-Shape, or U-Shape from the layout picker to set the overall form of the counter run. Adjust Width, Depth, and Height to match the available space — all values are stored in your project's unit system (metric or imperial). The Countertop Overhang field controls how far the worktop extends past the base on the open side.
Assign counter materials
Use the Counter Surface material slot to set the worktop finish (stone, tile, or a custom photoreal material). Use the Base Masonry slot to set the cabinet base cladding. Both slots support solid-color fallbacks so the kitchen renders correctly even without a full photoreal library.
Add appliances and configure the bar
On the Appliances step, toggle Grill, Burner, Sink, and Fridge on or off — segments without an appliance render as solid counter. To add a raised seating bar, enable the Bar toggle and set Bar Height and Seat Count; the bar projects from the back edge of the main counter run.
Configure the overhead cover
On the Cover step, enable the toggle and pick Pergola (open slat structure) or Roof (solid cover). Set Cover Height to control how tall the support posts will be. The Cover Wood material slot lets you set the beam and slat finish. Leave the cover disabled for a free-standing island configuration.
Place and apply
Advance to the Apply step and click on the canvas to set the placement origin, or drag the preview to position it precisely. Adjust Rotation if you need to align the kitchen with a wall or fence line. Click Apply to commit the kitchen as a parametric entity.
Edit after placement
Select the placed outdoor kitchen and click Parameters in the inspector to reopen the wizard with all settings intact. Any change — swapping the layout, adding an appliance, or enabling a cover — updates the 2D footprint and 3D model immediately. Material assignments can also be changed directly from the inspector's Materials panel without reopening the wizard.
An L-Shape or U-Shape layout naturally separates the hot cooking zone (grill and burner) from the prep and serving zones, making the flow read clearly in the 2D plan. Pair it with a Bar counter facing the seating area to show client how guests interact with the space.
Cover posts are only generated when the cover type is set to Pergola or Roof and the cover is enabled. If you later disable the cover, the posts are removed from the 3D model automatically — no manual cleanup needed.
Switching the counter layout from U-Shape back to Straight resets the wing dimensions. Confirm the overall footprint still fits within the patio or paved area before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which appliances can I include in the outdoor kitchen?
Four built-in appliances are available: Grill, Burner (side burner), Sink, and Fridge. Toggle each independently on the Appliances step. Counter segments without an appliance assignment render as solid worktop.
What is the Bar option and how does it work?
The Bar adds a raised counter on the back edge of the main run — ideal for showing a breakfast-bar or serving counter facing the seating area. Enable it on the Appliances step, then set Bar Height and Seat Count. The seat count is reflected in the 3D view and in cost estimation if you have a unit rate assigned.
What counter layouts are available, and when should I use each?
Straight is best for tight linear spaces along a wall. L-Shape suits corner positions and separates cooking from prep. U-Shape wraps three sides and works well as a central island with a defined working perimeter. All three layouts support the same appliances and bar options.
What is the difference between a Pergola and a Roof cover?
Pergola generates an open slat structure that provides partial shade while keeping an airy feel. Roof generates a solid overhead cover — suitable for showing a fully sheltered cooking area. Both options use the Cover Wood material slot and automatically place support posts at the counter corners.
Can I reposition the outdoor kitchen after placing it?
Yes. Select the entity on the canvas and drag it to a new position, or use the Move tool. To change the orientation, use the Rotate handle or set an exact angle in the inspector. Reopening the wizard via Edit lets you change the layout, appliances, and cover without losing any other drawing work.