Homeowners want more from their outdoor spaces, with a full 71% having hired or contacted a professional for exterior upgrades this year, according to a recent report from home remodeling and design platform Houzz.
The latest product launches reflect that demand, giving builders and designers more options to create outdoor living spaces that function as extended areas of the home. From modular outdoor cabinetry to durable outdoor tile, here are several recent product introductions worth considering for your next outdoor project:
Recycled Glass Tiles For Multiple Spaces
Tile Club’s Sagrada Spanish Recycled Glass Tiles are durable enough for both indoor and outdoor applications, including outdoor shower floors and swimming pools. Made from repurposed glass, the tile is available in penny round, hexagon, and square shapes and in five finishes, including Terracotta (shown), Beige, Green, Multicolor, and Brown.
Outdoor Cabinetry
Developed in collaboration with John Michael Studio, Lynx Grills' new outdoor cabinetry collection is designed to complement the brand’s full suite of outdoor cooking equipment. The modular line includes grill bases, Kamado Grill and Asado bases, burner cabinets, cocktail station bases, trash and recycle units, sink bases, drawer and door combinations, and full-door cabinets.
The collection is crafted from heavy-gauge 304 stainless steel and also features weather-seal gaskets, soft-close technology, and adjustable feet. Additionally, the collection is available in eight powder-coated finishes, including California Poppy, Desert Sage (shown), Glacier, Limestone, Obsidian, Pacific Blue, Surf, and Sierra.
A Modular Kitchen Designed For the Coast
Designed for coastal environments, Ember from Fontana Forni is a modular outdoor kitchen line engineered with rust-resistant steel. According to the company, the line is built to resist corrosion from salt air, humidity, and exposure for up to 20 years.
The line is fully customizable, with multiple sizing options for more narrow footprints, tight balconies, and L-shaped spaces. The line is also compatible with six grill configurations from brands like Lynx, Blaze, and Wildfire.
Undercounter Refrigeration
UL rated for outdoor use, the True Caliber Undercounter Refrigerator Drawers bring refrigeration and flexibility to outdoor living spaces.
The unit offer 5.4 cubic feet of storage space across two heavy-duty drawers.
Made of stainless steel and available in numerous colorways, the refrigerator is rated for both food and beverage storage.
It also features True Caliber’s TruLumina LED lighting to illuminate drawer contents.
Outdoor-Ready Countertops
Cosentino recently expanded its Dekton surfacing line with the ARTIK NODES collection, inspired by arctic landscapes. Durable enough for both indoor and outdoor kitchens, the surface is highly resistant to fire, heat, scratching, staining, and features nearly zero porosity, according to the company.
Available in three colorways, the collection is defined by its depth, texture, and visual movement. Options include INUK, a glacial white; BOREALIS (shown above), a softer white with a pinkish hue; and BERING, a snowy white with stone-gray veining.
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Catherine Sweeney is the associate editor for Pro Builder and Custom Builder, where she creates both digital and print content, including Pro Builder’s daily e-newsletter and various news stories for both brands. Before joining Endeavor, she began her career in local journalism, later pivoting to the commercial real estate industry where she worked for several years as a reporter and editor.