What You Will Learn
This course is developed to help design professionals understand the evolving trends and best practices in outdoor kitchen design by considering three key areas: the existing landscape, the architectural style and the human component. It will review the key considerations for creating sophisticated and functional outdoor cooking and entertaining spaces and determine how to create outdoor kitchen designs that prioritize client needs and comfort while ensuring longevity.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the key considerations for creating sophisticated and functional outdoor cooking and entertaining spaces.
- Learn techniques for incorporating natural landscape and architecture into outdoor kitchen designs.
- Analyze the importance of the human element in outdoor living spaces and how it impacts design.
Featured Presenter
Ashley Smith, Director of Architect & Designer Partnerships at Pleina Group
Ashley Smith is the Director of Architecture and Design Professionals at Pleina Group, whose mission is to bring forward the world’s finest outdoor kitchens with products, designs, and experiences to create powerful, lasting memories outdoors. Beginning her career as an Interior Designer, Ashley has nearly a decade of experience in the outdoor space industry. She oversees all marketing, sales and training efforts by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet and Urban Bonfire tailored towards Architects and Design professionals, fostering relationships with industry professionals and associations across North America.
