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**Huskee** · July 10, 2017, 09:49 PM

Awesome! I'll be eagerly watching this space.

**Spinaker** · July 10, 2017, 09:50 PM

Damn right, brother!!! That is gonna be a great set up. I love those Lone Star Grillz products, true craftsmanship. I am looking forward to watching the progression of this one. Give us some more details. What else is going in, and where? What are you using for a counter top? Are you planning on running water and power out there too?
It looks like its off to a great start!

**kmhfive** · July 10, 2017, 11:04 PM

That is looking good already! Let's do this!

**Breadhead** · July 10, 2017, 11:46 PM

Weber 22" or 26"... go big or go home!👍 You will NEVER complain about having too much cooking space, EVER! Try to get 4 racks of ribs on a 22" Weber kettle.😬

**RonB** · July 11, 2017, 06:28 AM

Looks great so far - keep the photos coming.

**Locotech** · July 11, 2017, 07:46 AM

Great start to the build, will be watchin' as you go.

**Steve B** · July 11, 2017, 08:26 AM

Looking good my friend.
You should definitely get the LSG this year and have your whole project completed.
Keep in mind LSG can have a 4-5 month waiting period depending on how backed up they are.
And please keep the pics coming.

**Flavorsavor** · July 11, 2017, 08:59 AM

This looks pretty awesome. I'll be moving into a new home soon and hopefully planning projects like this, I look forward to the progression!

**LA Pork Butt** · July 11, 2017, 09:39 AM

A full outdoor kitchen is a dream of many. I think your project could give some NOK (New Outdoor Kitchen) syndrome. I have my slab poured, but I am only going for a covered grill station. After seeing your project I am trying to show restraint.

**troymeister** · July 11, 2017, 08:24 PM

Nice Framing!! I like that you did it with metal studs.

**Black99vette** · July 11, 2017, 08:28 PM

All,

Thanks for the interest, encouragement, and complements.

As requested more details:

I have power run to the area already (old hot tub), so yes I'll have power. I'll plan on putting in some outlets in the back splash an one under the grill as it takes power. Also I plan on some lights above the counters and grills, probably something hanging down. An outdoor ceiling fan is in order as well. And I need to find some lights to go under the counter.

The two large openings are for 30" double doors, one under the gasser and the other under the sink. The sink will have hot and cold water. I'm debating on a small sink or a full size one. I leaning toward a bigger sink so I could wash grill grates and such, or fill it with ice and drinks. My kitchen is located directly behind the wall so I'll also (from the basement) be able to run a NG line to the grill.

The smaller opening to the right of the grill is for a 3 drawer unit. I have a few smaller doors on order, two with will go on the back side to give access for storage and to the electrical as I'm planning on putting in s sub panel.

I'll probably pour concrete counter tops in place. Living in cold Illinois I think it is the most cost effective solution. Finally I'm planning on a stone veneer with brick veneer in the charcoal grill area.

My 76 year old father was in town 4 weeks ago and help me bang out the pergola. Man I hope I can work like he does at 76!

**kmhfive** · July 11, 2017, 08:32 PM

Really nice work. The plans sound awesome!

**FlaBouy** · July 12, 2017, 10:54 AM

Nice... I just finished... errr.. completed phase one on mine. Couple of electrical tid bits to finish and plants to install but my winter project is sending out smoke every weekend. You will get tremendous enjoyment out of it being as you are doing it yourself.