Transform Your Outdoor Space with a Stunning Alfresco Kitchen for your Cheltenham Home
Thinking about upgrading your outdoor space with a functional alfresco kitchen? At All Decked Out, we design and build outdoor kitchens for homeowners in Cheltenham and surrounding Melbourne suburbs. With a focus on quality and detail, our alfresco kitchens are often just as enjoyable—if not more—than those indoors.
We take the time to plan your layout carefully, making sure your new alfresco kitchen connects effortlessly with your home’s existing living areas, creating a space that’s both practical and welcoming.
Alfresco Kitchen Design for your Cheltenham Home
There is a lot to consider when it comes to designing your new alfresco kitchen for your Cheltenham home. This includes timber decking, pergolas, verandahs, bi-fold doors, feature fencing and even fireplaces. No matter what features you decide to have you, will end up with a great outdoor entertaining space all year round. You will also certainly add value to both your home and lifestyle with your new alfresco kitchen.
When designing an alfresco kitchen, decks, verandahs, and pergolas play a large role. Decking makes your home feel more spacious and extends the living area. Pergolas and verandahs go one step further and provide shade via roofing, canopies and trellis’.
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What to have in your Alfresco Kitchen
Creating an alfresco kitchen for your Cheltenham home can be as simple as installing a built-in barbeque on your deck—or as advanced as a fully equipped outdoor cooking space.
If you’re after something more comprehensive, we can include features like sinks, ovens, rangehoods, fridges, cabinets, microwaves, or even a pizza oven. Whatever your entertaining needs, we’ll help design and build a setup that works for you.
All outdoor kitchen components are made to be weather-resistant, ensuring they can handle Melbourne’s changing conditions without compromise.
A key design choice is whether to connect your alfresco kitchen directly to your home or create a separate zone. If you have a generous backyard, adding a pergola can define the space beautifully. It all depends on how you like to cook, relax, and entertain.
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Landscaping
Don’t overlook the role your garden plays in completing the look of your new alfresco kitchen. Thoughtfully designed landscaping can enhance not just your outdoor kitchen, but also the overall appeal of your Cheltenham home.
At All Decked Out, we offer landscaping services alongside alfresco kitchen construction to help you achieve a fully integrated outdoor space.
We’ll design a garden that complements your kitchen area—both in style and practicality—creating an inviting, cohesive environment that’s perfect for entertaining and everyday living.
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Building an Alfresco Kitchen in Cheltenham – FAQs
Do alfresco kitchens need to be undercover?
Yes, most alfresco kitchens in Melbourne, including the suburb of Cheltenham, are designed to be undercover. A roof or pergola protects your alfresco kitchen from rain, wind, and harmful UV rays. This helps to extend the life of appliances and finishes.
In addition, covered spaces are also more functional and comfortable year round. If you want to use your outdoor kitchen regardless of the weather, we recommend including a roof as part of your design, as well as at least one enclosed side.
What kind of maintenance is required?
Regular cleaning will keep your alfresco kitchen looking great and working properly. Wipe down benchtops and cabinetry with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Clean grills while they’re still warm, and check appliance manuals for recommended maintenance. Over time, parts like hinges and runners may require replacement, but a quality alfresco kitchen should stand up well with proper care and enhance the value of your Cheltenham home.
What materials are best for alfresco kitchens in Cheltenham?
Durability and weather resistance are key. Many quality kitchens use Laminex doors for their UV and heat resistance, and V-Lite PVC panels for their water resistance. Alternatively,good quality timber is used. Natural stone is a popular choice for benchtops thanks to its heat-resistant, non-combustible properties. For long term use, choose materials specifically designed for outdoor environments.
What gas, plumbing, and electrical connections do I need?
You’ll need to decide between natural gas (a fixed utility) and LPG gas bottles for your BBQ. If you plan to include a sink or fridge, plumbing and drainage will be required. Also consider the number of power outlets needed for lighting, fridges, or rangehoods.
Do I need a rangehood in my alfresco kitchen?
A rangehood is recommended if your alfresco area is semi-enclosed. It helps remove smoke, heat, and grease. Always choose a unit with proper grease filters for safe and clean operation. It also needs to be a rangehood that is for outdoor use.
What’s the difference between alfresco kitchens and indoor kitchens?
The main differences lie in the materials used and the appliances fitted. Alfresci kitchens must withstand harsher weather conditions so they require durable weatherproof materials designed specifically for outdoor use.
BBQs in outdoor kitchens generate significantly more heat, up to five times that of an indoor cooktop, and produce more smoke and grease. This makes proper ventilation, heat shielding and safe clearance from combustible surfaces crucial to ensure safety and functionality.
At All Decked Out we select outdoor rated materials that combine durability with style, ensuring your alfresco kitchen not only looks great but stands up to Cheltenham’s climate.
Do I need planning permission or a building permit for my alfresco kitchen in Cheltenham?
You may need a building permit for permanent structures like pergolas or when installing gas and plumbing services. It’s best to check with your local Melbourne council. At All Decked Out, we help guide you through the permit process and ensure your alfresco kitchen meets all building regulations and codes.
Call Luke today on 0417 397 535 or email to get a obligation free quote or to find out more about building an alfresco kitchen.
Call Luke today on 0417 397 535 or email to get a obligation free quote or to find out more about building an alfresco kitchen.
More about Cheltenham and Alfresco Kitchens
Cheltenham, around 18 km southeast of Melbourne’s CBD, is a vibrant suburb known for its shopping precinct, family-friendly parks, and welcoming community. With tree-lined streets and easy access to local amenities, it’s a great place to enjoy outdoor living. An alfresco kitchen in Cheltenham provides the perfect space to entertain, relax, and make the most of your backyard.