OUTDOOR KITCHEN CABINETS

There are many benefits to custom cabinets for an outdoor space. Not only does our custom design make it possible to get the exact style to fit your home, landscaping, and hardscaping, but also But we can also create cabinets that match your lifestyle.

Your outdoor cabinet design starts in the design center at our showroom, where one of our trained team members tries to better understand your style preferences, how you plan to use your outdoor kitchen space, and what special features will offer the personalization you need.

The intended purpose of your outdoor kitchen – gourmet cooking and grilling, entertaining, bar space, or another use – is part of determining the types of cabinets that will need to be included.

Available space and the kinds of grilling, cooking, and serving ware you plan to store is another key element. This will allow us to assist you in building the layout of drawers and shelving.

In addition to storage, we will discuss what appliances are included in your outdoor kitchen.

Cabinetry can incorporate appliances like:

• Grills

• Ranges

• Pizza Ovens

• Warmer Drawers

• Refrigerators

• Sinks

We will work with your appliance’s measurements to ensure an accurate fit. We will give them the perfect built-in look. Our designers are also happy to work with you to decide what you need to build your ideal outdoor kitchen.

From there, we’ll build the cabinetry with space for the appliances you can incorporate later.

There are smaller items too that can conveniently fit into cabinet space. We can also design cabinetry that has storage for propane tanks, trash cans, and the other items that are necessary to complete your outdoor kitchen.

Like with the cabinets in your indoor kitchen, outdoor kitchen cabinets fit into one of a few types. These can be used singly or in combination depending on the size and the layout of your space.

The outdoor cabinet types we can create include:

• Outdoor Base Cabinets – These cabinets rest on the ground and reach a counter height 36” tall. They can contain doors, shelving, and appliances and are finished with countertops.

• Outdoor Island Cabinets – An outdoor island can contain your grill, bar space, serving space, or prep space. Island cabinets provide the base of the island and, if desired, additional storage.

• Outdoor Full height Base Cabinets – Full-height cabinets can provide you with additional storage in a space. Although somewhat uncommon in outdoor kitchens, they still work well with kitchens that are enclosed in part by a wall.

• Grill Cabinets – To give your grill a built-in look, we can insert grill cabinets to enclose the base of your grill. These are a special type of base cabinet and are a good way to provide storage for the items you need while grilling and workspace on adjacent countertops.

• The structure of the cabinets is called the cabinet box. With outdoor cabinets, an enclosed cabinet box can help keep out moisture and dust.

• Each cabinet box generally has standardized measurements based on the type of cabinet. The depth of outdoor cabinets is 24” and the width can be anywhere from 1′ to 4′, although they typically increase or decrease by 2”.

• To get both the types of cabinets and the layout that optimizes your available space, we use the measurements of your outdoor kitchen. Our design team will create plans that give you enough space to work and move while keeping everything you need in reach.

Weather resistance is key with outdoor cabinets but never a reason to sacrifice appearances. Our vast inventory provides you with multiple options for materials that will last for years outdoors without damage exposure to sun, rain, and wind while still meeting your design needs.

Material is perhaps the most important option in determining the final appearance of outdoor cabinets. Because there are weather considerations – especially here in the Pennsylvania region – it’s best to meet with one of our design team for us to walk through the different materials that make the most sense for an outdoor cabinet.

We are honest about the pros and cons of different materials

We’re always honest about the pros and cons of any material and can help you get a better idea of what needs to be considered.

From more traditional wood to modern composites, there are materials for every budget and style. Stained woods provide a rustic or traditional outdoor kitchen while colored cabinets work in a modern or contemporary kitchen.

Colors popular with outdoor kitchens include:

• Gray

• Black

• Brown

• Blue

• Red

• Green

Our outdoor-compatible cabinetry materials are on display in our showroom so that you can view and touch the available options for a clear impression of what your final outdoor cabinets will look like.

If you already have a style or material in mind, we can show you the types of cabinets that meet your requirements.

We can also help you narrow down a design or make recommendations for cabinetry you may not have considered. While the material may be the most visible part of your cabinet design, subtle details also play a part.

These details include door facings which come in options like:

• Slab

• Shaker

• Beadboard

• Beveled

• Inset

• and More

Our designers can also recommend hardware and hinges that will endure outdoor use without tarnishing or rusting. Like other stylistic choices, we have hardware available to compliment a range of styles while offering convenience features like soft-close doors, sliding shelving, and more.

With countertop design and fabrication services, we can also create a custom countertop for your outdoor space. We design your countertops alongside the cabinets for a more cohesive look and exact fit.

MacLaren Kitchen & Bath offers full-service cabinetry and guiding you through the design process is only the beginning.

• We eliminate the need for multiple services or contractors by also handling the fabrication and installation, when necessary, of your built-in outdoor cabinets.

• Once your designs are completed, they are sent to the cabinet manufacturer to be rendered exactly as envisioned.

• We are dealers for several of the top local and national cabinet makers, each with a range of options to meet your specific look and cost preferences.

Many outdoor kitchens require design styles or materials that the more mainstream cabinet manufacturers do not produce. In these cases, we have a range of smaller and sometimes local cabinet makers that can fabricate unique designs.

This range of cabinetry fabrication solutions means that almost any design is possible. We also only work with cabinet makers whose quality we can stand behind.

For outdoor cabinets, that means we offer cabinetry solutions that are water and weather-resistant, all of which are made to last in the outdoors.

We are licensed and insured

Finally, once the design is completed we have a licensed and insured team that can install your completed cabinets at your home. Our trained installers can place the cabinets according to the original plan and make any needed adjustments on the spot.

They work quickly and precisely to complete your outdoor kitchen in a way that is attractive, functional, and long-lasting.

Use this table to compare the four materials we install most in the West Chester area.

*NOTE: Ranges reflect typical 2026 pricing in the Philadelphia tri-state market for cabinets only, before countertops, appliances, and installation. Grade differences between 304 and 316 stainless steel are documented.

For a deeper look at how material and construction affect price, see how much custom cabinetry costs.

Customizable outdoor kitchens can include various amenities beyond grills. Cabinet layout determines what fits, so decide on equipment before ordering boxes. Common additions:

• Side burners and power burners for pots and sauces

• Smokers and pizza ovens

• A sink with hot and cold water

• Outdoor-rated refrigeration, ice makers, and kegerators

• Drawer storage for tools, utensils, and fuel

• Trash and recycling pullouts

• Bar seating on the back side of the run

Every appliance needs a cabinet sized to its cutout, so bring product specs for each unit to your design appointment. This is the same planning discipline we use for custom cabinetry kitchens in West Chester.