What shapes the investment
- Custom versus pre-fabricated
- Size and appliance count
- Material finishes chosen
- Utility work required
- Integration with patio and shade structures
Outdoor Kitchens
Los Olivos Outdoor Kitchen Design and Build
Los Olivos sits in Santa Ynez Valley wine country, where vineyard-estate and equestrian lots meet oak woodland and a dry Mediterranean climate. We design outdoor kitchens sized to estate scale, coordinated around well and septic infrastructure, then build them with our own in-house crews.
- 25+years of experience
- 10,000+projects completed
- In-housedesign-build crews
- LIC #715731licensed & insured
- 5-star
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What you're looking for
The right approach follows how you want to use the space. Pick what you're actually after below, and the materials and layout mostly follow from it. Every project shown was built here in the Central Coast, so the choices are suited to this climate.
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01 A full kitchen outdoors Grill, prep space, storage, and bar in one area, built at wine-country estate scale rather than a typical backyard. See outdoor kitchens -
02 Entertainment and dining Counter seating and adjacent dining fit the upscale wine-country character of a Los Olivos estate. See entertaining kitchens
Service options
Custom-Built Outdoor Kitchen
Best for Anyone who wants the exact layout, appliances, and aesthetic they envision.
- Any size, shape, and configuration
- Choose all appliances and finishes
- Integrate seamlessly with patio and planting
- Built to last with quality materials
- Full design customization
On your property Los Olivos' dry Mediterranean climate and estate scale mean utility runs off a private well and septic system need planning as much as the appliances themselves.
- Patios
- Pergolas
- Bar seating walls
- Entertaining lighting
Pre-Fab Kitchen Island
Best for Homeowners on a tighter budget or timeline who want a quality kitchen quickly.
- Faster installation than custom
- Fixed sizes from manufacturers
- Most economical option
- Includes grill and basic prep space
- Can add storage, freezer, or cooler
On your property Arrives as modular units. Installed on a prepared patio or concrete base.
- Simple patios
- Existing utilities
- Modest entertaining spaces
How we work
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Before Assess entertaining needs
How often will you cook, for how many guests, and how does the estate’s well and septic infrastructure factor in? That determines size, utility routing, and appliance choice.
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Design Design and appliance selection
The kitchen gets drawn to scale with the estate, weighted toward the Provence- and Mediterranean-inspired wine-country aesthetic Los Olivos calls for.
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Utilities Utility coordination
Gas, well water, and electrical get routed before cabinet installation. Permits go through our in-house team.
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Installation Installation
Crews assemble the island, install appliances, and test every system before it ever gets used.
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Finished Integration and finishing
Patio, seating, shade, and planting complete the entertaining space around the finished kitchen.
Key decisions
Things worth knowing before a first consultation.
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Custom versus pre-fab
Custom costs more but fits exactly. Pre-fab saves money and time but comes in fixed sizes.
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Well and septic coordination
Estate-scale Los Olivos properties often run on a private well and septic system, so utility routing for an outdoor kitchen needs planning most suburban lots don't.
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Utilities and permits
Gas, water, and electrical all need to be brought in. Some cities require permits.
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Seating and shade
Bar seating invites guests to watch cooking. Pergola or roof makes the space usable in midday sun.
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Integration with entertaining space
Kitchen anchors an outdoor room. Patio, fireplace, and lighting complete the picture.
Investment and timeline
No quote written off a photograph can account for what your property is like.
What shapes the schedule
- Design and appliance selection
- Permitting and utility coordination
- Custom cabinet lead times
- Installation and system testing
- Surrounding hardscape work
Why hidden valley was drawn together with the rest of the property
Decking, drainage, utilities, planting, shade and lighting all bear on where a feature goes and how it gets built. Settling them on one set of drawings is what keeps conduit out of the wrong trench and stops paving being cut to fit afterward.
- BBQ island placement Positioned at estate scale, close enough to the house for easy access.
- Well and septic coordination Utility routing planned around the property’s own infrastructure.
- Fire pit pairing A 5-foot fire pit anchors a second gathering spot away from the grill smoke.
- Material selection Leather-quartz counter and natural stone veneer chosen for an estate-appropriate finish.
- Bar and social space Counter seating invites guests to engage with the cook.
Access, engineering, permits, finishes and scope vary a lot from one property to the next, so the investment and the schedule for your project are set once we have seen the site and the design is settled.
Tell us about the property and what you want the space to do. We will walk through the design, site and permitting factors likely to shape it.
What customers say
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We hired Pacific Outdoor Living in October 2020, after living in the house for about 30 years. They did a complete backyard renovation converting a relatively unusable sloped backyard with a very small patio into a 2 tiered outdoor entertaining showpiece with room to host and entertain 20+ people. We couldn't be happier with their ideas and design for the space.
Mark Lewin Google review · 1 year ago Complete backyard renovation, wine country -
They completely remodeled our pool, added a hot tub, and handled all the lighting and landscaping. Our project supervisor, Juan, demonstrated great communication and meticulous attention to detail, taking extra care to ensure that every aspect was safe for our kids and our puppy. This is clearly a company that takes genuine pride in their work.
Sarah Johnson Google review · 1 year ago Family-focused backyard renovation
Frequently asked questions
Does Pacific Outdoor Living serve Los Olivos?
Yes. Los Olivos is within our Central Coast service region, and our in-house design-build team works throughout the Santa Ynez Valley.
Can an outdoor kitchen run off a private well?
Yes. We plan water and gas routing around a property’s existing well and septic infrastructure as part of the design.
Can an outdoor kitchen be built on an existing patio?
Yes, pre-fab islands can sit on any level patio. Custom kitchens need a stable concrete base and utility access.
What does an outdoor kitchen cost in Los Olivos?
Pre-fab kits range from $3,000 to $10,000. Custom kitchens at estate scale typically run well above $60,000 depending on size, materials, and appliance count.
Ready to get started?
Schedule a consultation with one of our designers to discuss your project goals and explore what's possible on your property.
What happens next: we set up a visit, measure the property and talk through what you want the space to do. Then you get a design to look at before you commit to anything.