With the outdoor season heating up, it’s time to move your cooking and entertaining to the patio. Crate & Barrel’s new Outdoor Kitchen Collections let you skip the contractor and get the custom look without the construction dust—leaving more time for you or your clients to enjoy longer days and warm summer nights with friends and family.

A little planning can go a long way toward creating an outdoor oasis without a major overhaul. If you have the space, curate the dining setup to allow an organic flow between casual and formal seating areas. Gathering around an outdoor kitchen island or counter-height console with drinks and apps can be the perfect prelude to a seated dinner. Consider layering textures for a warm and inviting feel—soften up patio pavers with an outdoor rug or sink into your favorite outdoor chaise with an extra pillow or two. Finally, choose furniture that’s right for the scale of the space—make smart selections to ensure guests have ample room to move and mingle. By leaning on modular systems like Crate & Barrel’s new Batten and Alfresco Outdoor Collections, it’s easy to choose combinations that are perfectly tailored to your—or your clients’—individual space.

Crate & Barrel’s Outdoor Kitchen Collections allow you to craft a showstopping backyard transformation without the time and investment of a construction project. The modularity of Crate & Barrel’s new collections makes it easy to customize them to the space, shortening the design phase and streamlining implementation. Thanks to this “no-demo reno,” an entertainment-ready culinary oasis is closer than you may think.

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The Batten Outdoor Collection expands on Crate & Barrel’s best-selling indoor line, featuring the same signature wood slats for a beautifully streamlined silhouette. With Batten’s emphasis on craftsmanship and sustainability, it’s easier than ever to create an outdoor haven without sacrificing custom-built quality. “Batten is a timeless, minimalist collection with a modern European design influence that can juxtapose with different styles of homes—from classic to modern,” says Sebastian Brauer, Senior Vice President of Product Design at Crate & Barrel. “Expanding into outdoor kitchens will help our customers and designer community alike create seamless and stunning outdoor spaces that are layered and have a custom feel.”

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From kitchen islands to modular cabinet units with adjustable shelves, Batten’s combination of FSC®-certified teak, UV-resistant cushions, and cool natural concrete brings a breezy minimalist sensibility to any open-air gathering space. The Batten Collection offers versatile options for both storage and prep—along with the flexibility to move things around. With durable locking wheels, the kitchen island can function interchangeably as a grillside prep surface or portable bar.

Crate & Barrel’s Alfresco Outdoor Collection serves up an elegant, timeless look at just the right price. The industrial-inspired aesthetic trades neutral for high-contrast, bringing together black powder-coated aluminum bases and fade-resistant Sunbrella® cushions with white quartz tops. With wide-ranging appeal, the Alfresco collection offers chic and sophisticated style at an affordable price point.

Alfresco’s strong yet lightweight aluminum legs give the collection an elevated and airy look, commanding less visual space and letting light flow through. Clever hidden storage includes a drop-down compartment in the kitchen island and a teak cutting board which can be removed to access a stainless steel ice bucket beneath. Smart modularity includes levelers and clips for precise alignment, ensuring all components connect seamlessly for a custom look.“Alfresco is durable, classic, sleek and built for many types of climates,” says Brauer. “It’s available in countless configurations and can adapt to many different outdoor spaces—from patio, to deck, to rooftop. You can also integrate a variety of Kegerator models into different configurations for serving up your favorite brews like a pro.”

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With weather-resistant finishes and outdoor-rated hardware, both collections are designed to last beautifully from day to day, season to season. As summer breezes and extra daylight draw us outdoors, Crate & Barrel instantly provides the custom look—without the complication—for effortless al fresco dining. “We know through customer insight that 70% of our audience loves to gather around a kitchen island or counter when entertaining,” Brauer adds. “This summer, we’re delighted to bring that spirit to the outdoors with our new modular outdoor kitchens.”

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Get started on your own personal outdoor cooking oasis at crateandbarrel.com.