Outdoor Kitchens Built for Better Backyard Living
Whether you are building a new pool or improving your existing outdoor space, we can help you create an outdoor kitchen that fits your home, your layout, and the way you gather outside.
The Problems
Your Backyard
Should Be A Destination
A pool can make your backyard more enjoyable but without the right surrounding space, hosting can still feel inconvenient. You may find yourself walking in and out of the house for food, drinks, dishes, and supplies. Guests gather in different areas. The grill feels disconnected from the pool. The backyard looks beautiful, but it does not work as well as it should.
Without an outdoor kitchen:
- Cooking feels separated from the pool area
- Guests do not have a natural place to gather
- Food prep and cleanup require constant trips inside
- The patio layout does not support entertaining
- The backyard feels unfinished around the pool
- Existing features do not match the home or outdoor space
A better outdoor kitchen starts with a better plan.
Pool Updates
Outdoor Cooking Should Be Convenient, Not a Hassle
An outdoor kitchen should make life outside feel easier but when it is placed without considering movement, seating, shade, cooking habits, and pool access, the space can feel awkward. Adding a grill alone may not solve the problem.
The kitchen needs to work with your backyard. It should flow naturally with the hardscape, pool, dining area, fire feature, enclosure, and the way people naturally move through the backyard.
When those pieces are not planned together, the space can look finished but still feel inconvenient.
Our Approach
Plan an Outdoor Kitchen That Works With the Whole Backyard
Old Town Custom Pools helps homeowners think beyond the grill.
We help you plan outdoor kitchens as part of a connected backyard environment, considering how the kitchen relates to the pool, patio, seating, firepit, enclosure, and home.
The result is an outdoor space that feels easier to use, more comfortable for guests, and more aligned with how you want to live outside.
Built Different
Outdoor Kitchen Features to Consider
Your outdoor kitchen can be simple, built for serious hosting, or planned as part of a larger backyard environment. Depending on your goals, your project may include:
Cooking Area
A dedicated place to grill or cook outdoors while staying connected to the pool and gathering space.
Prep and Serving Space
Countertop space that makes it easier to prepare food, serve guests, and keep the area organized.
Seating and Bar Area
Create a natural gathering point where guests can sit, talk, and stay connected to the activity.
Connected Hardscape
The surrounding surfaces and layout help define how people move through the outdoor kitchen and pool area.
Your Outdoor Kitchen Should Not Feel Added On
The best outdoor kitchens feel like they belong. They work with the pool. They connect to the patio. They support the dining area. They leave room for movement, seating, shade, and gathering. Old Town Custom Pools can help you think through the outdoor kitchen as part of a complete backyard plan.
Custom Pool
Position the kitchen so it supports poolside use and the overall backyard layout.
Hardscape
Create walkways, surfaces, and gathering areas that make the space easier to use.
Firepit
Add a second gathering point for evenings and cooler weather.
Pool Enclosure
Plan for comfort, protection, and usability based on the property’s needs.
Dining and Lounge Areas
Give guests clear places to sit, eat, talk, and relax.
How it Works
A Clear Process for Outdoor Kitchen Planning
Old Town Custom Pools helps you move from idea to buildable plan with a guided process.
Free Consultation
Design & Planning
Estimate & Scope Review
Permitting & Construction
Final Walkthrough
Financing
Financing Options May Help You Plan With More Flexibility
An outdoor kitchen can be a meaningful investment in how you use your home.
Financing may help qualified homeowners plan their outdoor living project with more flexibility.
Old Town Custom Pools can connect you with financing options through our financing partner.
Lyon Financial
Simple Application Fast Decisions
Service Areas
Outdoor Kitchen Planning in St. Augustine and Northeast Florida
Old Town Custom Pools helps homeowners create outdoor kitchens and connected outdoor living spaces throughout St. Augustine and surrounding Northeast Florida communities.
- St. Augustine
- Jacksonville
- Flagler County
- Clay County
- Ponte Vedra
- Surrounding NE Florida
Reviews
A Better Backyard Starts With a Team You Trust
Outdoor living projects involve your home, your property, and the way you spend time with family and guests. That is why communication, planning, and craftsmanship matter.
Common Questions
Questions About Outdoor Kitchens
Can Old Town Custom Pools build an outdoor kitchen without building a new pool?
Yes. Outdoor kitchens can be discussed as part of a new pool project, an existing pool area, or a broader backyard improvement.
What should we consider before building an outdoor kitchen?
Start with how you plan to use the space. Cooking habits, guest flow, seating, shade, storage, counter space, and connection to the home and pool can all affect the design.
Can an outdoor kitchen be part of a larger backyard project?
Yes. Outdoor kitchens can be planned with hardscapes, firepits, pool enclosures, and custom pool construction as part of a complete outdoor living plan.
How much does an outdoor kitchen cost?
Cost depends on size, layout, materials, features, site conditions, and related outdoor living work. A consultation can help you understand what may affect your investment.
How long does an outdoor kitchen project take?
Timeline depends on design, materials, scheduling, site conditions, weather, and project scope. Old Town Custom Pools can discuss timing considerations during your consultation.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing options are available through a financing partner for qualified homeowners.
What areas do you serve?
Old Town Custom Pools serves St. Augustine and surrounding Northeast Florida communities, including Jacksonville, Flagler, Clay, Ponte Vedra, and nearby areas.
How do I get started?
Start with a free consultation. We will talk through your backyard, goals, and the kind of outdoor kitchen or outdoor living space you want to create.
Ready to Make Your Backyard Easier to Use?
Tell us about your home, your current outdoor space, and how you want to cook, host, and gather outside.
Old Town Custom Pools will help you understand your options and the next best step.
No pressure. Just a clear conversation about your pool, your property, and what may be possible.