simple outdoor kitchens

While outdoor cooking might be on its way out in other places, here in St. Louis the fall is the perfect time for grilling and outdoor dining. Its no longer a hundred million degrees out, the bugs won't eat you alive and you can even enjoy a lovely post dinner fire. Jeff does a lot of grilling and we enjoy eating outside whenever possible so I would love to one day have a designated outdoor kitchen. I tend toward the more simple ones as they seem more doable and not so extravagant. Below are a few favorites. Have a great weekend and happy grilling!

From top left - IKEA kitchen via REMODELISTA - source unknown - DIY kitchen via Instructables - design by Third Nature Studio via Apartment Therapy - source unknown - Newport Beach home via Julia Ryan - source unknown

resources for hollywood regency style

Hollywood Regency is a design style named for the Southern California industry and lifestyle of the 1920s to the 1950s that inspired it. Connected with glamour and opulence, distinct elements such as mirror, brass, fretwork and bold shapes characterize many of the pieces. The style in its purist form would be a bit much for most people. But, there are many styles and types of styles that look totally modern and are, in fact, being replicated by current furniture and home decor companies. Two of my favorite places to look for Hollywood Regency pieces are Palm Beach Regency and Circa Who. Both out of Florida where the design style was hugely popular, these two stores have a great collection of unique pieces - just watch out for shipping charges!

It should come to no surprise that I tend to gravitate towards the wicker/rattan pieces.

Pair of Island Style Wrapped Side Tables via Palm Beach Regency

Set of 6 Vintage Island Style Rattan Chairs via Palm Beach Regency

Woven Rattan Double Dresser via Circa Who

I also tend to go for the faux bamboo pieces as I especially like how they look refinished and painted in a fresh color. 

Faux Bamboo Bench via Circa Who

Faux Bamboo Rattan Chests via Circa Who

The classic campaign style is also a popular design for Hollywood Regency that I love. 

Chic Campaign Double Dresser via Palm Beach Regency

Another great thing about this style is the lamps. I look for ones that are larger in scale and have simpler shapes like these two. 

Pair of Creamy White Ceramic Lamps via Palm Beach Regency

Pink Pagoda Lamps via Palm Beach Regency

And then there are the pieces that don't really fit into a type but are just cool or have great lines or would be interesting items to have. 

Hollywood Regency Lounge Chairs via Palm Beach Regency

Pair of Willow and Reed Settees via Palm Beach Regency

Japanese Equestrian Horse Ink Painting via Palm Regency

For related posts check out Campaign Furniture, Craigslist Search Terms and Rattan.

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Victoria Siemer, also known as Witchoria, is a Brooklyn based graphic designer. Working digitally, she creates surreal photo manipulations that are somewhat haunting, slightly ironic and always interesting. Her work is available on Society 6.

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