The design team at the Benn+Penna recently put together an outdoor indoor kitchen in a quaint home in Australia that seamlessly flows from the interior to the backyard. The kitchen functions as a merged space between the two settings, that is well-suited to the temperate climate of the location. The uninterrupted design provides a canteen that can be used both inside as well as outside.
The portion of the kitchen that is located inside features a simplistic and modern design, white pale wood cabins topped with white countertops. The counters continue to flow to the outside where they connect to an outdoor bench and barbecue. The spaces can be left as one unit or closed off using sliding glass doors to provide more segmented space. The flow of the kitchen provides a seamless design between the interior and outside of the home.
Hybrid Outdoor Indoor Kitchens
The Canteen Designed by Benn+Penna Flows from Inside to the Yard
Trend Themes
1. Seamless Indoor-outdoor Design - Opportunity for architects and designers to create spaces that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor elements, providing a fluid experience for users.
2. Flexible and Multifunctional Spaces - Opportunity for interior designers to design spaces that can adapt and serve different purposes, such as indoor-outdoor kitchens that can be used for cooking and dining inside as well as outside.
3. Integration of Nature in Design - Opportunity for landscape architects and designers to incorporate natural elements into architectural designs, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architects can explore and innovate designs that seamlessly merge indoor and outdoor spaces, creating a cohesive living experience.
2. Interior Design - Interior designers can create flexible and multifunctional spaces that can adapt to different needs and seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor areas.
3. Landscape Architecture - Landscape architects can incorporate natural elements into architectural designs, merging interior and exterior spaces and enhancing the connection to the surrounding environment.