An outdoor kitchen means no more running inside for a plate, a drink, or tongs. At Premier Deck Builders, we are outdoor kitchen contractor in the Greater Ann Arbor Area, building stainless steel outdoor kitchens integrated into your deck or patio.
We handle outdoor kitchen installation in Ann Arbor, MI, from layout and structural design to permitting, backed by our Limited Lifetime Warranty on labor.
Key Benefits of an Outdoor Kitchen
- More Time Outside, Less Time Running Inside: Cook, prep, serve, and clean up where your guests are sitting.
- Stainless Steel Durability: Resists rust, heat damage, and Michigan’s freeze-thaw cycles.
- Increased Home Value: One of the top outdoor additions for resale appeal in Southeast Michigan.
- Pairs with Your Deck or Patio: Built on or adjacent to your existing composite deck or patio for a connected layout.
Outdoor Kitchen Layouts and Add-Ons
Outdoor Kitchen Options
Every outdoor kitchen design starts with how you cook and how you entertain:
- Integrated with Existing Deck: Shares the same structural frame and finish materials as your current deck.
- Standalone on Patio: Freestanding cooking station on a concrete slab or paver patio.
- Paired with a Pergola: Shade and weather protection while cooking.
Custom Add-Ons
- Outdoor Bar Top: Bar seating for drinks and casual dining, built into the kitchen or as a standalone feature for homeowners looking for outdoor bar builders in Ann Arbor.
- Built-In Grill Cutout: Framed opening sized to your specific grill model.
- Deck Lighting: Task and ambient lighting over cooking and seating areas.
- Firepit or Fireplace: Adjacent fire feature tied into the same outdoor space.
Outdoor Kitchen Construction Details
- Stainless Steel Frame and Panels: Countertops, doors, drawer fronts, and framing. Resists corrosion, heat, and impact, forming the foundation of quality outdoor kitchen construction in Ann Arbor, MI.
- Foundation and Load Support: We verify your deck or patio can handle the weight and reinforce where needed.
- Electrical: Outlets, GFCI protection, and task lighting. Permitted and inspected.
- Weather Planning: Drainage, ventilation, and access to winter cover in every layout.
- Permits: We pull permits, submit plans, and schedule inspections.
Why Choose Premier Deck Builders?
As an experienced outdoor kitchen builder in Ann Arbor, MI, we build kitchens as part of your deck or patio, not as an afterthought dropped on top.
- Limited Lifetime Warranty: All labor, plus manufacturer warranties on materials. Licensed and Insured: Compliant with local codes and Michigan structural requirements.
- Integrated Design: Kitchen designed alongside your deck, patio, or pergola as one structure.
Our Commitment to Quality
- LARA-Licensed Contractors (Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs)
- NADRA Member (North American Deck and Railing Association)
- TimberTech Platinum Pro (Certified for quality deck and structure integration)
- Westbury Certified Master Pro Installer
Bring the Kitchen Outside
Michigan gives you enough warm evenings to make an outdoor kitchen worth it, and not enough to waste any of them walking back inside for tongs. Get a free estimate today!
