STAY ORGANIZED
The all-new Ascento Pantry from Danver delivers durable performance to store all your outdoor kitchen needs. Offered in stainless steel or the brand’s ultra-realistic walnut woodgrain and green woodgrain finishes. Pricing upon request.
NEXT-LEVEL COOKING
Handcrafted in Athens, Georgia, the Emberhaus Fire Oven brings commercial-style live-fire cooking to the backyard with marine grade stainless steel, intuitive Emberflow controls and versatile cooking capabilities. $14,750.
FIRESIDE CHAT
Amp up the ambiance with the SimpliFire Forum outdoor fireplace. The unit is heat free—perfect for summer nights—and electric, so it does not require propane, gas or wood. Pricing starts at $2,259, available through Superior Hearth, Spas & Leisure.
AMERICAN MADE
The 36-inch L-series gas grill from American Outdoor Grill (AOG) is made for today’s outdoor kitchens with commercial-inspired design, including premium lighting, diamond sear cooking grids and a rotisserie backburner. Grill, $4,775, available through New Haven Masonry.
MADE IN THE SHADE
Decking from the TimberTech Advanced PVC Harvest+ collection features a beautifully aged patina and a warm weathered gray color. The TimberTech Classic Composite Series Railing in Matte White is shown with a fully customizable PergolaX from StruXure. Price upon request.
PIZZA DELIVERY
The Empava outdoor wood fired pizza oven brings restaurant-style cooking to the backyard. Made from durable stainless steel, the oven reaches up to 800 degrees Fahrenheit to deliver fast, even cooking for pizza in minutes, but it can also be used for roasting and baking. $1,290.
DANISH MODERN
The Cane-line Sticks modular outdoor kitchen can be used for cook prep or a potting workspace. It features teak shelving and ample ceramic countertop space. $7,920, available through Eleish Van Breems.
LET IT RAIN
Who doesn’t love an outdoor shower? French purveyor of outdoor furnishings, Tectona’s Delta shower is designed by Inga Sempé and includes a teak duckboard and a stainless steel structure that connects to an ordinary garden hose. $3,350.
LOOK ALIKE
Caesarstone’s Monumental slab surfacing mimics the patterns found in natural stone. The gray base with off-white markings, oxidized aspects and rough grain finish add to the organic textural pattern. Ideal for outdoor kitchens due to its durability, UV-resistance and minimal maintenance, the porcelain material can withstand all weather conditions. $37 per square foot, available through Ring’s End.
DINING OUT
Enjoy eating outdoors with the Loll Design Here and There collection of dining and lounge pieces. Designed by Michigan studio Argenta Park, the silhouettes are simple and modern and made from recycled materials. Dining table, $2,795-$3,585; dining chair, $895, available through Design Within Reach.
PAVE THE WAY
Brickworks Petra, by Italian brand Casalgrande Padana, achieves the natural charm of stone in porcelain with perfectly square-edge tiles and non-slip pavers for outdoor use around pools, spas and patios. Price upon request.
NO SMOKING
The Manhattan 50 fire and coffee table from Crate & Barrel is smokeless and fueled by your choice of propane, natural gas or ethanol. $2,995.
TRUE CALIBER
The Rockwell-designed grill from True Caliber is made from marine-grade aluminum with a fully retractable disappearing lid. Shown here in crimson, it is offered in True’s curated palette of finishes with six hardware options. Price available upon request, available through Aitoro Appliances.
CREATIVE COMPOSITION
Design outdoor rooms with Fogher’s Outdoor Décor line of Bòra decorative screens and planters, offered in two colors: Obsidian and Silk. $5,000, available through Roble Studio.
PERFECT PAISLEY
Mandawa, an indoor/outdoor woven paisley textile is offered in four colorways—green and white is shown here. Water repelIent and machine washable, it is also is mildew and fade resistant. $246 per yard.
This article appears in the June 2026 issue of CTC&G (Connecticut Cottages & Gardens) with the headline: Out of the Box.