The permanence, quality and elegance of this outdoor kitchen is undeniable as the combination of stone cladding, marble countertop and cement patio create a unified theme while providing varied textures and colors that still complement one another.
The use of larger stone cladding works well with this outdoor kitchen as it fits the larger scale of the island. That isn’t to say that stones with a smaller surface area would not look equally as great.
It’s really just a matter of preference—where the larger stone surface makes the individual stones stand out more, smaller stones might provide a feeling of more uniformity. As thinner stone cladding with a uniform cut back, application can be accomplished by a qualified deck and patio contractor.
The look is still substantial with a randomized surface and outline of the original stone without making the wall structure unnecessarily thick and obtrusive.
Bricks are the ultimate in rustic uniformity as they provide predictable color variances and a completely uniform design of brick and mortar lines along with the great brick texture.
Brick and stone are great equalizers as they span the distance from elegant to rustic in bold or subtle ways depending on your personal preference. With so many variations of brick and stone in an almost endless color palette, your outdoor kitchen deck or outdoor patio designs can have endless possibilities.