“When you think of custom kitchen design and cabinetry in Southwest Michigan, your mind's search engine probably goes to Priebe's Creative Woodworking. For nearly 30 years, Jeff and Lillian Priebe and their staff of professionals and craftsmen have… , has designed, created, and installed custom kitchens in many of the finest homes in Michigan's Great Southwest.
Starting today, the Priebs want to be considered the market leader in custom-designed outdoor kitchens. We help our clients transform their outdoor spaces into culinary retreats.
As Americans turned the page from the pandemic, they found themselves more focused than ever on “home.” And for many people, home means the kitchen and the backyard. Right in the middle of that confluence, an opportunity arises to merge these two of his sacred spots with a dynamic outdoor living space, an “outdoor kitchen” that family and friends can enjoy for years to come.
Jeff and Lillian Priebe recognized the opportunity for an outdoor kitchen for their business several years ago and began researching ways to bring it to southwest Michigan. They found the answer at a South Carolina company called John Michael Handcrafted Kitchens.
What the Priebe family has been doing for decades with fine woodwork made for indoor kitchen cabinets is exactly what John Michael recently did with high-quality, durable stainless steel and aluminum. The same thing we've created for custom-designed outdoor kitchens across the United States and Canada. Priebe's has now forged an exclusive partnership to bring this new dimension of outdoor his kitchen to southwest Michigan, bringing beauty and luxury to family and friends.
The key to this revolution in outdoor kitchens is stainless steel. Jeff Priebe explains that great advances have been made in recent years in the quality, beauty, and durability of his custom stainless steel cabinets. Combine this with the ability to use decorative multicolor powder coatings, and Jeff says the possibilities are endless.
“No longer are you constrained by having to incorporate outdoor appliances into stone walls or frames. Weather-resistant stainless steel cabinets come in a selection of vibrant colors made possible by a powder-coat finishing process, and designers Open the door to creativity. These color options allow you to achieve an organized look without the limitations of stainless steel.
Lilian added that Prieve had experience building outdoor kitchens using specialty woods such as teak, but they were difficult to maintain and upkeep. Problems often appeared after three to five years. “We never felt that the outdoor kitchen components lived up to Priebe's commitment to long-term product quality,” she said. “However, thick stainless steel cabinets protect the inside of the cabinet and appliances from the elements and critters, making them last longer.”
“John Michael is a product we can stand behind,” says Lillian. “The quality is on par with what our team creates in our woodworking facilities. It is worthy of Priebe's name and reputation. We are proud to add this to the family of products we offer in Southwest Michigan. The outdoor kitchen in your backyard becomes an extension of your home and can be just as beautiful and functional as your family's indoor kitchen.
Lillian explains that her research has shown that there is a trend towards specializing in cooking in outdoor kitchens. “People are centering their outdoor kitchens on ‘hero appliances’ that serve as the focal point for high-profile cooking activities. They aim to be the neighborhood's “rotisserie chef,” “pizza guru,” or “flattop grill expert.” This focus or personalization facilitates the installation of outdoor kitchens, even in small spaces like apartment patios. It doesn't necessarily have to be a full kitchen, it can be as simple as three or four cabinets, allowing homeowners to pursue their personal passion for outdoor cooking and entertaining. ”
In recent years, the passion for outdoor entertainment has grown due to homeowners' strong connection to their favorite TV channels like Food Network and HGTV. A viewer becomes a fan of a particular luxury brand and wants to incorporate that brand into his new outdoor kitchen. She said appliances such as the Kalamazoo Grill, EVO Flat Top, Green Egg, Hestan, Lynx, True and Perlick Refrigeration increase culinary versatility. Each cabinet is customized to your chosen brand, appliances, dimensions, and personal deck or backyard.
When budgeting for a custom outdoor kitchen, space, footprint, and number of appliances are the main cost factors. Jeff explains that it's relatively economical to install on a small scale on an apartment patio. A full kitchen with multiple appliances and enclosures and ample countertop work surfaces will cost close to a real full kitchen. The homeowner's wants and desires drive the project. It is important to note that research shows that the return on investment for outdoor spaces is nearly 100%. Whether indoors or out, quality cabinetry is an investment. Low-cost cabinets have no lasting value.
Part of the design process includes working with other professionals to incorporate technology, lighting, and other landscape-related elements. From there, he utilizes his high-tech visuals to help you adjust and refine those ideas into the best plan while helping you better imagine what the finished product will look like in your own backyard. To do.
Our expertise and experience in indoor or outdoor kitchen design is why homeowners in southwest Michigan have continued to choose Priebe Creative Woodworking for their personal cabinetry projects for nearly 30 years.
The team at Priebe's is really excited about our new outdoor kitchen offering and how it will make and extend your time outdoors even more enjoyable. They want to share their excitement and expertise with you as you consider the possibility of creating an outdoor kitchen that will be a truly special place for you, your family, and friends.
Imagine the possibilities of your outdoor kitchen.
Visit us online at priebeswoodworking.com. Visit our showroom located at 2113 Plaza Drive in Benton Harbor, MI. Call us at 269-926-2469. Or ask us a question using the form below.
Photo by John Michael Handcrafted Kitchens
