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Ennobling the territory of a personal plot is one of the main tasks of every summer resident. A carefully thought out and well-equipped barbecue area will become a favorite vacation spot for the whole family. Today’s article will discuss the choice of location and design features of the barbecue area in the country.
Why do you need a barbecue area
The presence of a recreation area in the country, equipped with a barbecue complex, allows you to combine a pleasant pastime in the bosom of nature with cooking. Since food cooked on an open fire has an amazing aroma and unique taste, such facilities will always be in the center of attention of all family members.
Unlike a garden gazebo, a barbecue complex is an open facility where you can relax and cook a variety of dishes. The mangal zone, equipped on the territory of the personal plot, can be used for a wide variety of purposes.
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How to equip
The construction of a barbecue complex begins with the preparation of a construction project and drawing up a drawing diagram. The presence of the project will help to avoid many errors that negatively affect the functionality and practicality of the object.
Design options and styles
The barbecue complex can be fully open, semi-closed or closed. Depending on the type of building material used, there are wooden, metal, metal-plastic and other structures.
The color scheme and design are determined by the style of execution of architectural objects located on the territory of the cottage. At the peak of popularity are the following types of buildings:
- open-type veranda with barbecue in a classic style;
- country-style adjoining structure;
- a small platform in the style of minimalism, modern or high-tech;
- barbecue complex in the garage, in the backyard or near the pool;
- an open pavilion with massive arched columns in a modern design.
Objects in European, Oriental, Mediterranean and Arabic design styles look no less interesting.
Site Selection
At the stage of designing the territory of the site, a place is chosen for organizing a barbecue and recreation area. The best place is a plot of the garden located near the house and closed from the wind. If it is planned to lay out a playground, it is desirable to have partial shade and sunlight.
The proximity of water supply and electrical networks will be a great advantage. But to install an outdoor stove or barbecue, you need to choose a section of the garden protected from the wind. At the same time, there should not be trees, shrubs and various wooden buildings nearby. To avoid fires, all flammable objects should be located away from the fire.
Site design
The level of comfort depends on the correct division of the territory into sectors. So, a barbecue complex should have at least three functional sectors: a cooking area, a dining area and a recreation area. Sectorization can be stationary or inferred. To separate one object from another, if there is such a need, it is possible with the help of furniture, decorative elements and plants.
The floor can be concrete, stone, wood and natural. Natural turf means grass flooring or a platform covered with fine gravel. The cooking area should be as safe as possible, so the use of wood as a floor covering is unacceptable. The floor covering made of multi-colored paving slabs looks practical and interesting.
For the manufacture of the frame of the canopy, a metal-plastic profile, metal slats and wooden beams are used. The structure can be sheathed with polycarbonate, wood mesh, metal elements and other building materials.
Furniture and accessories
Furniture for the barbecue area should be as convenient and practical as possible, so that in case of bad weather, it can be quickly moved to the house or gazebo. The easiest and least expensive way to set up a playground is with plastic chairs and tables. But over time, cracks, scratches and chips appear on the surface of such furniture.
According to the designers’ recommendations, furniture made of artificial rattan and natural wood can be used for the barbecue area. Wooden and rattan furniture is characterized by practicality, reliability and durability. The attention of summer residents is attracted by a stylish design and a variety of assortment.
For the manufacture of sofas, tables, chairs and other furniture for the barbecue area, you can use car tires, wooden barrels and euro pallets.
As for the decor of the barbecue complex, it is interesting to decorate the site with the help of lighting fixtures, fabrics and plants. Flower vases and hanging planters placed around the perimeter of the site give a feeling of comfort and unity with nature. Built-in light bulbs, LED garlands, wall sconces and floor lamps with subdued lighting create a calm and comfortable environment.
A cozy and properly equipped barbecue area will become the main resting place on the territory of the infield. Since it is here that you can arrange family tea parties, romantic evenings and fun gatherings with family and friends.