Home Design Podcast
INTRODUCING the Home Design Podcast!
Listen as Adam Kayce sits down with recognized authorities in the South Florida Home Design industry. We aim to educate, inspire and connect homeowners with the top brands, discover professionals, and to learn the information that you need to know for your next home project. From Interior Designers to Roofers, we will discuss EVERYTHING home design and home improvement. Discover, Be Inspired and Shop Direct with the Home Show!
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EP 53: Building the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen: Tips from a Florida Expert
EP 53: Building the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen: Tips from a Florida Expert
Building the perfect outdoor kitchen in Florida starts with the right plan. ☀️🔥
From poolside grilling to full-scale luxury backyard builds, this episode is your step-by-step guide to designing the perfect outdoor kitchen.
Join Host Adam Kayce on the Home Design Podcast as he talks with Manny Rivera, President of My Luxury Outdoors, about the must-know tips for designing and building an outdoor kitchen in Florida's unique climate.
In this episode, we explore:
• Outdoor kitchen layout and location planning
• Dealing with sun, wind & weather conditions
• Best materials for Florida (powder-coated steel, weatherproof wood, and more)
• Appliance options (grills, pizza ovens, icemakers & more)
• Permits, HOA considerations & contractor red flags
• 2025 outdoor kitchen trends you need to know
Whether you're a Florida homeowner or a builder looking to stay ahead of the latest outdoor living trends, this episode is your guide to building an outdoor kitchen that’s as durable as it is beautiful.
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0:00 Intro
2:00 Who is Manny Rivera
3:00 How COVID changed the way people value outdoor spaces
3:29 First things to consider when designing an outdoor kitchen
5:20 Ideal placement: Where should your outdoor kitchen go?
6:39 Planning around sun, wind, and the elements
8:30 HOA and permitting: What you need to know
10:00 How materials for outdoor kitchens have evolved
12:00 Educating homeowners on materials and maintenance
15:35 Custom kitchens vs. pre-fab: Why custom matters
17:00 New weather-resistant wood options with 25-year warranties
20:00 Understanding metal grades: What makes some more premium
24:00 Pizza ovens
26:05 Cooking types: Gas, charcoal, or pellets?
30:00 Add-on structures for extended functionality
31:45 Must-have outdoor kitchen appliances: Fridges, ice makers & more
33:50 Ventilation essentials for safe outdoor cooking
38:00 Starting price ranges for custom outdoor kitchens
40:00 Countertops: Best surfaces for the outdoors
43:30 Finish matters: Leathered or Polished
45:20 Innovative ways manufacturers are cutting stone
46:20 Maintenance tips for long-term durability
48:50 Standard warranties and what they cover
51:35 Key questions to ask when hiring a builder
54:55 Top outdoor kitchen trend right now
56:25 Entertainment features: TVs, speakers, and more
57:25 The future of outdoor living
58:35 What is powder coating and why it matters
59:35 Manny’s idea of the perfect outdoor kitchen
1:00:24 Ideal grill size for most homes
1:01:25 Manny’s most memorable project
1:03:25 How the Home Show has helped My Luxury Outdoors
1:06:28 Final thoughts
1:07:09 How to contact My Lu
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