Outdoor Kitchens in East Cobb, GA

A custom outdoor kitchen can turn your backyard into a true extension of your home—a place where cooking, entertaining, and spending time with family and friends all happen together.

At Arnold Masonry and Landscape, we design and build custom outdoor kitchens in East Cobb, GA ranging from simple grill islands and enclosures to elaborate gourmet outdoor kitchens incorporated into complete outdoor living spaces.

We have been serving Atlanta and North Atlanta since 1985, with masonry craftsmanship at the heart of what we do.

Every outdoor kitchen we build is custom. We design around your available space, entertaining needs, appliance selections, preferred materials, and the architecture of your home.

Your outdoor kitchen may include:

• Custom grill islands
• Built-in grill enclosures
• Grill and Green Egg combination enclosures
• Pizza oven areas
• Outdoor bars
• Countertops
• Preparation areas
• Storage and cabinet openings
• Refrigerator openings
• Side burner openings
• Seating areas
• Natural stone or brick masonry
• Outdoor kitchen and outdoor fireplace combinations
• Integration with custom patios and other outdoor living areas

Our goal is to create an outdoor kitchen that feels like a permanent part of your home rather than an appliance station added to the backyard.

Ready to Build an Outdoor Kitchen in East Cobb?

Tell us about your project through our Request a Quote form.

We currently have a $15,000 project minimum.

Custom Outdoor Kitchens Built Around How You Entertain

No two outdoor kitchens need to look alike.

Some East Cobb homeowners want a focused grilling area with a custom stone enclosure and plenty of countertop space.

Others want a larger gourmet outdoor kitchen with several cooking appliances, storage, seating, a pizza oven, and an outdoor fireplace nearby.

We design each kitchen around the way you want to use it.

Before developing the layout, we consider:

• How often you cook outdoors
• How many people you typically entertain
• Your preferred cooking appliances
• How much preparation space you need
• Whether guests should be able to sit at the kitchen
• How the kitchen relates to your patio
• Whether an outdoor fireplace or outdoor firepit is part of the project
• The style and materials of your home
• The amount of available backyard space

The result should make cooking easier while also creating a natural place for people to gather.

From Simple Grill Islands to Gourmet Outdoor Kitchens

Outdoor kitchens do not have to start with a massive layout.

One of the advantages of custom construction is being able to design the kitchen around what you actually need.

Custom Grill Islands

A custom grill island is an excellent option for homeowners who want a permanent and attractive grilling area without building an oversized kitchen.

Instead of leaving a freestanding grill sitting by itself on the patio, we can incorporate the grill into a custom-built stone or brick island.

The island may also provide:

• Countertop space
• Food-preparation space
• Storage openings
• Bar seating
• Additional appliance openings

The masonry can be selected to complement the home and other outdoor features.

Grill & Green Egg Combination Enclosures

For homeowners who enjoy more than one style of outdoor cooking, a custom enclosure can be designed around both a traditional grill and a Green Egg-style cooker.

These combination islands are popular because they keep multiple cooking areas within one cohesive masonry structure.

Countertops and preparation areas can be positioned between or around the appliances to make the cooking space more practical.

Gourmet Outdoor Kitchens

Larger projects can go well beyond the basic grill island.

A custom gourmet outdoor kitchen may incorporate several dedicated areas for cooking, preparation, storage, serving, and seating.

Depending on your desired design, the masonry structure may accommodate:

• Grills
• Side burners
• Refrigerators
• Pizza ovens
• Dishwashers
• Sinks
• Storage
• Cabinets
• Counter seating
• Bar areas

The specific appliance and utility requirements depend on the products selected.

Arnold Masonry and Landscape does not install electrical, gas, water, or plumbing systems.

Our work focuses on designing and constructing the applicable masonry and hardscape portions of your outdoor kitchen.

Custom Masonry Outdoor Kitchens

Masonry is one of the biggest differences between a temporary outdoor cooking setup and a permanent outdoor kitchen.

We build outdoor kitchens using a variety of masonry materials, including:

• Natural stone
• Brick
• Block
• Stucco
• Tile
• Travertine
• Slate
• Other exterior masonry products

Material selection has a significant impact on the character of the finished kitchen.

Natural Stone Outdoor Kitchens

Natural stone creates a substantial, timeless appearance that works particularly well in custom outdoor living spaces.

Stone can be coordinated with other masonry throughout the property, including:

• Custom patios
• Outdoor fireplaces
• Outdoor firepits
• Steps
• Walkways
• Built-in seating
• Columns
• Other architectural masonry

Because every stone has natural variations in color, texture, and shape, the quality of the masonry craftsmanship becomes an important part of the finished design.

Brick Outdoor Kitchens

Brick can be an excellent option for East Cobb homes that already incorporate brick architecture.

Using similar or complementary brick can help visually connect the outdoor kitchen with the home.

Brick can also be combined with stone, countertops, or other masonry products to create a more customized appearance.

Stucco, Tile, Travertine & Slate

Not every outdoor kitchen needs to rely exclusively on stone or brick.

Depending on the design, materials such as stucco, tile, travertine, and slate can be incorporated to create different textures and architectural styles.

The goal is to choose materials that work together rather than simply selecting individual products in isolation.

Outdoor Kitchens With Pizza Ovens

Pizza ovens have become a popular addition for homeowners who want their outdoor kitchen to offer more than traditional grilling.

A pizza oven can become its own visual and functional feature within the kitchen.

It may be incorporated directly into the masonry or positioned as part of a larger cooking area.

We have completed outdoor living work in the East Cobb/Roswell area incorporating an outdoor kitchen, outdoor fireplace, and pizza oven together.

That type of project demonstrates one of the main advantages of designing an outdoor living space as a whole.

Instead of separately deciding where to place the kitchen, fireplace, cooking area, and seating, those elements can be considered together from the beginning.

Outdoor Kitchens With Outdoor Fireplaces

An outdoor kitchen and outdoor fireplace can create a powerful combination for entertaining.

The outdoor kitchen becomes the cooking and serving area.

The fireplace becomes the natural gathering space.

When designed together, the masonry can visually connect both features.

Stone or brick used on the kitchen can be repeated on the fireplace, helping the backyard feel like one complete environment.

Outdoor fireplaces can also incorporate additional masonry to the sides, such as:

• Wood storage areas
• Walls
• Grill areas
• Outdoor kitchen components
• Decorative masonry

Rather than adding a fireplace after the kitchen is already built, considering the two features together allows scale, placement, materials, and gathering areas to work more naturally.

Outdoor Kitchens With Outdoor Firepits

For homeowners who prefer a more open gathering area, an outdoor firepit can complement the kitchen in a different way.

The kitchen may serve as the primary cooking and dining destination while the outdoor firepit creates a secondary space for conversation and relaxation.

Custom masonry can help visually connect these areas even when they are positioned in different parts of the backyard.

The result is a backyard with multiple places to gather without making the individual areas feel disconnected.

Designing an Outdoor Kitchen Around Your Grill

Your grill is often the centerpiece of the outdoor kitchen.

Before the masonry structure is finalized, the grill and other major appliances should be selected or their dimensions confirmed.

This allows the kitchen to be constructed around the appropriate openings.

We consider:

• Grill width
• Grill depth
• Countertop placement
• Preparation space
• Adjacent appliance openings
• Storage areas
• Seating
• Overall kitchen proportions

The goal is for the grill to feel like it belongs within the kitchen rather than looking like an appliance that was fitted into the structure afterward.

Countertops & Preparation Areas

One of the easiest parts of an outdoor kitchen to underestimate is countertop space.

Cooking outdoors usually requires more than just a grill.

You need somewhere to:

• Prepare food
• Set down trays
• Hold ingredients
• Serve meals
• Place cooking tools
• Set drinks
• Allow guests to gather

A thoughtful countertop layout can make the difference between an outdoor grill station and an outdoor kitchen that is genuinely comfortable to use.

Countertops should also complement the masonry below them and the overall design of the backyard.

Storage & Cabinet Areas

Custom outdoor kitchens can also be designed with storage in mind.

Depending on the project, masonry structures may incorporate openings or spaces for:

• Cabinets
• Drawers
• Cooking tools
• Serving supplies
• Trash storage
• Other outdoor kitchen accessories

Keeping outdoor cooking supplies near the kitchen can make entertaining significantly more convenient.

Instead of carrying every item back and forth from the indoor kitchen, frequently used supplies can remain close to the cooking area.

Outdoor Bar & Seating Areas

An outdoor kitchen often becomes one of the main social areas of the backyard.

That means seating deserves just as much thought as the cooking equipment.

Bar or counter seating allows guests to gather near the kitchen while still giving the person cooking a defined work area.

A larger outdoor living space might include:

• Kitchen counter seating
• Separate dining areas
• Built-in masonry seating
• Outdoor fireplace seating
• Outdoor firepit seating
• Additional patio gathering areas

By planning those spaces together, the backyard can accommodate both large gatherings and smaller everyday use.

Outdoor Kitchens Integrated With Custom Patios

Most outdoor kitchens work best when they are treated as part of a larger patio and entertaining area.

The patio provides the space around the kitchen for:

• Cooking
• Dining
• Seating
• Walking between areas
• Gathering with guests

When we design the patio and outdoor kitchen together, we can consider how the two features relate from the beginning.

This can also help create a more cohesive masonry design across the entire backyard.

Why Choose a Masonry Outdoor Kitchen?

Outdoor kitchen cabinetry and appliances are important, but much of the permanent visual impact comes from the structure surrounding them.

Masonry outdoor kitchens offer several advantages.

Durability

Stone, brick, and other exterior masonry materials are well suited for permanent outdoor environments.

A thoughtfully built masonry kitchen can provide a substantial structure designed specifically for exterior use.

Customization

Masonry gives us significant flexibility in how the kitchen is designed.

The kitchen can be customized around:

• Your available space
• Selected appliances
• Countertop configuration
• Seating
• Storage
• Cooking style
• Other outdoor features

Appearance

Masonry allows the outdoor kitchen to complement the home.

Rather than looking like a separate piece of equipment, the kitchen can become an architectural feature within the backyard.

Integration With Other Outdoor Features

The same masonry can be used or complemented across:

• Patios
• Outdoor fireplaces
• Outdoor firepits
• Steps
• Walkways
• Seating areas

This creates a stronger visual connection between the different parts of the outdoor living space.

Why Masonry Craftsmanship Matters

The stone or brick surrounding your outdoor kitchen will remain visible long after the appliances have been installed.

That makes craftsmanship especially important.

When reviewing an outdoor kitchen contractor’s portfolio, pay attention to:

• Stone placement
• Brick alignment
• Corners
• Cuts
• Joints
• Countertop transitions
• Appliance openings
• Overall proportions
• Material consistency
• Connections with surrounding masonry

Look at detailed photographs, not only wide-angle backyard photos.

Those details can tell you a great deal about the quality of the masonry work.

At Arnold Masonry and Landscape, we have been creating custom masonry throughout Atlanta and North Atlanta since 1985.

Our Outdoor Kitchen Design-Build Process

Every kitchen begins with understanding what the homeowner wants to create.

1. Request a Quote

Start by completing our Request a Quote form.

Tell us about your East Cobb property and the type of outdoor kitchen you are considering.

Helpful information includes:

• Photos of your current outdoor space
• Inspiration photos
• Appliances you are considering
• Preferred masonry materials
• Outdoor fireplace or outdoor firepit ideas
• Patio plans
• Approximate project timing
• How you plan to use the finished space

2. On-Site Consultation

If the project appears to be a good fit, we can schedule an on-site consultation.

During the consultation, we discuss the kitchen, your entertaining goals, preferred materials, appliance selections, and other outdoor features you may want to incorporate.

3. Site Review & Measurements

We review the available space and take the measurements needed to begin planning the kitchen.

We also consider existing structures, access, patio areas, and how the outdoor kitchen relates to the home.

4. Kitchen Design & Material Selection

Next, we develop the kitchen around the agreed scope.

This can include:

• Grill placement
• Green Egg placement
• Pizza oven areas
• Countertops
• Appliance openings
• Storage
• Seating
• Stone or brick selection
• Outdoor fireplace integration
• Patio integration
• Other masonry details

5. Written Proposal

After evaluating the project, we provide a proposal outlining our scope, materials, and pricing.

We want homeowners to understand what is included before construction begins.

6. Construction

Once the project is approved and scheduled, we begin constructing the applicable masonry and hardscape portions of the outdoor kitchen.

7. Final Walkthrough

When our work is complete, we review the finished project with you and answer questions about the masonry and hardscape portions of your new outdoor kitchen.

What Does an Outdoor Kitchen Cost in East Cobb?

Outdoor kitchen pricing depends heavily on what you want to build.

A custom single-grill stone island and a full gourmet outdoor kitchen with extensive countertops, multiple appliance openings, seating, a pizza oven, and surrounding masonry are very different projects.

Arnold Masonry and Landscape currently has a $15,000 project minimum.

Factors that can affect your outdoor kitchen investment include:

• Kitchen size
• Layout
• Masonry material
• Stone or brick complexity
• Countertop material
• Countertop dimensions
• Number of appliance openings
• Grill configuration
• Green Egg enclosure
• Pizza oven area
• Storage
• Bar seating
• Existing demolition
• Property access
• Patio construction
• Outdoor fireplace construction
• Outdoor firepit construction
• Other custom masonry

Because the scope can vary significantly, we prefer to evaluate the actual project rather than publish a generic price per linear foot.

Why East Cobb Homeowners Choose Arnold Masonry and Landscape

We have served the Atlanta area since 1985 and build custom outdoor kitchens throughout Atlanta and North Atlanta, including East Cobb. The company specifically lists East Cobb among its current service areas.

Completely Custom Outdoor Kitchens

Every outdoor kitchen we build is custom designed around the available space and the homeowner’s entertaining needs.

That can mean a focused grill enclosure or an elaborate gourmet cooking and entertaining environment.

Experienced Masonry Craftsmanship

We build kitchens using materials including natural stone, brick, block, stucco, tile, travertine, and slate.

That masonry experience gives homeowners a wide range of design possibilities.

Outdoor Kitchen & Fireplace Combinations

Outdoor kitchens can also be designed as part of larger masonry environments incorporating custom outdoor fireplaces.

Repeating materials and architectural details across these features can create a more cohesive finished backyard.

Decades of Experience

We have been serving Atlanta and North Atlanta since 1985.

Our work and customer service have earned strong ratings, positive customer feedback, and numerous industry recognitions over the years.

View Our Outdoor Kitchen Gallery

Outdoor Kitchens in East Cobb & Nearby Communities

We design and build custom outdoor kitchens throughout East Cobb and North Atlanta, including:

East Cobb • Marietta • Roswell • Sandy Springs • Alpharetta • Milton • Johns Creek • Buckhead • Smyrna • Woodstock • Kennesaw • Atlanta • North Atlanta

Our existing service page also lists East Cobb, Marietta, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Alpharetta, Milton, Woodstock, and other North Atlanta communities among the areas we serve.

Request a Quote for an Outdoor Kitchen in East Cobb, GA

If you are considering an outdoor kitchen in East Cobb, tell us what you would like to create.

Whether your vision starts with a simple grill island or includes a gourmet outdoor kitchen, Green Egg enclosure, pizza oven area, outdoor fireplace, custom patio, seating, and additional masonry, we can design the masonry and hardscape portions around your home and the way you entertain.

We currently have a $15,000 project minimum.

Ready to Get Started?

Complete our Request a Quote form and share:

• Your East Cobb project location
• Photos of your existing outdoor space
• Outdoor kitchen ideas
• Grill or cooking appliances you are considering
• Preferred masonry materials
• Other outdoor features you would like to include
• Approximate project timing

Still gathering ideas? View our Outdoor Kitchens & Grills Gallery to see examples of custom grill islands, outdoor kitchens, and masonry outdoor living projects.

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