This Austin, Texas, remodel focused on creating a functional connection between the kitchen and a revamped patio with a new built-in grilling station. Project designer Mark Lind’s plan oriented the kitchen to the patio, replacing the wall with large glass doors flanked by fixed glass panels for clear sight lines and easy access. On the patio, a large masonry fireplace was replaced with a sleek stainless and stone cooking area. Lind took advantage of the fireplace depth to recess the grill and its matching custom cabinets. Slate tile countertops turn up the wall and are ideal for printing the evening’s menu.
Builder: Jim Venable, CG&S Design Build, Austin, Texas; Designer: Mark Lind, CG&S Design Build; Photographer: Greg Hursley.
Resources: Patio doors: Kolbe & Kolbe, Circle 1302.