Custom Outdoor Kitchens Built to Enjoy
We design and install durable backyard cooking spaces that add value, style, and easier entertaining.
Service Details
An outdoor kitchen does more than add a grill to your backyard. It gives you a space to cook, gather, relax, and enjoy your home in a whole new way. At Stokes Scapes, we design and build custom outdoor kitchens in Macon and the surrounding areas for homeowners who want a space that looks great, works well, and holds up over time. As a family-owned, fully licensed and insured hardscape company, we take pride in building outdoor living spaces with careful planning, quality materials, and attention to every detail.
We build outdoor kitchens for many different goals. Some homeowners want a simple setup with a built-in grill and counter space. Others want a full outdoor cooking and entertaining area with storage, seating, lighting, refrigeration, and more. No matter the size of the project, we focus on making the space feel natural with your home, patio, pool area, and overall landscape design.
What an Outdoor Kitchen Can Include
Every project is custom, but outdoor kitchens often include a mix of cooking, prep, storage, and entertaining features. We help you choose the right layout and components based on how you plan to use the space.
- Built-in grills: A clean, professional look with a permanent grilling station.
- Side burners: Great for sauces, sides, and extra cooking flexibility.
- Smokers and specialty cooking equipment: Options for homeowners who love barbecue or outdoor cooking.
- Outdoor refrigerators: Keep drinks, meats, and ingredients nearby.
- Sink and plumbing features: Add convenience for prep and cleanup when site conditions allow.
- Storage cabinets and drawers: Durable outdoor storage for tools, utensils, and supplies.
- Countertops: Prep space for cooking, serving, and entertaining.
- Bar seating and serving areas: Make the kitchen part of the social space.
- Pergolas or shade structures: Help improve comfort and define the area.
- Lighting: Extend the use of the space into the evening and improve safety.
Our Design and Planning Process
A good outdoor kitchen starts with a smart plan. We begin by learning how you want to use the space. Do you host large groups? Do you want a quiet family cooking area? Is this kitchen part of a pool patio, covered patio, outdoor fireplace area, or full backyard renovation? These details matter because they guide the layout, appliance selections, traffic flow, and finish materials.
We also look closely at your property conditions. This includes the size of the space, elevation changes, drainage, access, utilities, and how the kitchen will fit with other hardscape features like paver patios, retaining walls, walkways, fire pits, or seating walls. Our goal is to build an outdoor kitchen that is beautiful, practical, and integrated into the rest of your outdoor living area.
During the planning stage, we help you think through important questions such as:
- How much cooking space do you really need?
- Do you want the kitchen open to a patio or under a covered structure?
- Will you need gas, electric, or plumbing connections?
- How much countertop and serving space makes sense?
- Do you need room for guests to sit nearby?
- How will the kitchen be used during the day and at night?
By working through these details early, we can create a space that feels easy to use and built around your lifestyle.
Built for Durability
An outdoor kitchen has to handle heat, rain, sun, and changing weather. That is why material selection is a big part of the job. We use durable hardscape materials and construction methods designed for outdoor conditions. Depending on the design, your kitchen may include stone, brick, block, concrete, pavers, stucco finishes, or other weather-resistant exterior materials. We help you choose materials that match your home and give you the right balance of appearance, strength, and maintenance needs.
We also pay close attention to the foundation and base work. A quality outdoor kitchen needs stable support, proper leveling, and good drainage. Without that, even the best-looking project can develop problems over time. Our hands-on hardscape experience helps us build outdoor kitchens that are not only attractive, but also solid and dependable.
Custom Layout Options
The right layout depends on your yard and how you entertain. We build many common outdoor kitchen layouts, including straight-line designs, L-shaped kitchens, U-shaped kitchens, and kitchens with island seating. Some projects are compact and efficient. Others are part of a full outdoor living installation with dining space, lounge seating, a pool deck, or a fireplace nearby.
We think carefully about traffic flow so the kitchen works well when people are cooking, serving, and gathering at the same time. We also plan for convenience. That means placing appliances where they make sense, giving you enough prep room, and making sure the finished kitchen feels open and comfortable instead of crowded.
Popular Material and Finish Choices
The finish of your outdoor kitchen has a big impact on the overall look of your backyard. We can build designs that feel rustic, modern, traditional, or upscale, depending on your style. Material and finish options may include:
- Natural stone veneers for a timeless, high-end look
- Brick finishes that tie into the character of the home
- Block construction with decorative exterior finishes
- Paver surrounds that connect the kitchen to the patio
- Concrete countertops or other outdoor-rated countertop surfaces
- Accent lighting to highlight the kitchen and improve usability
We help you select materials that not only look great on day one, but continue to perform well with outdoor use.
Outdoor Kitchens as Part of a Full Backyard Project
Many of our outdoor kitchen projects are part of a larger backyard transformation. Homeowners often combine an outdoor kitchen with a custom patio, pool area, fire feature, pergola, landscape lighting, retaining wall, or drainage improvements. Since we work in hardscapes and outdoor living design, we can look at the full picture and help your entire backyard come together in a way that feels intentional and complete.
This bigger-picture approach often saves time and helps avoid design problems later. Instead of adding features one at a time without a clear plan, we help you build an outdoor space that works as one connected environment.
Benefits of a Custom Outdoor Kitchen
A well-built outdoor kitchen can change how you use your home. It creates a better place for family time, casual dinners, game days, holidays, and entertaining guests. It can reduce trips in and out of the house, keep cooking heat outside during warmer months, and give your backyard a more finished and inviting feel.
Homeowners also like outdoor kitchens because they can add long-term enjoyment and improve the appeal of the property. While every project is different, a professionally designed outdoor living space can be a smart upgrade for both daily use and overall home value.
Why Homeowners Choose Stokes Scapes
When you hire Stokes Scapes, you are working with a family-owned team that cares about doing the job the right way. We are fully licensed and insured, and we bring the same level of care to every project, whether you want a simple grilling station or a complete backyard kitchen and entertainment area. We believe clear communication, thoughtful design, and quality workmanship matter. Our goal is to make the process smooth and deliver a finished space you will enjoy for years.
We proudly serve Macon and surrounding areas, and we understand the value of building outdoor spaces that fit the home, the property, and the way our customers live.
Let’s Build Your Outdoor Kitchen
If you are ready to create a custom outdoor kitchen, we would love to help. We can design a space for grilling, dining, entertaining, and relaxing right in your own backyard. Contact Stokes Scapes today to talk about your ideas, schedule a consultation, and start planning an outdoor kitchen that is built for your home and your lifestyle.
Our Outdoor Kitchen Process
At Stokes Scapes, we make outdoor kitchen projects simple, organized, and built to last. From the first meeting to the final walkthrough, we focus on clear communication, solid craftsmanship, and a finished space your family can enjoy for years.
On-Site Design Consultation
We start with an on-site visit to measure your space, review drainage, utilities, access, and how you plan to cook and entertain. Then we build a custom outdoor kitchen plan with material options, appliance layout ideas, timeline, and a clear estimate.
Build Prep & Expert Installation
Once approved, we handle site prep, base work, utility coordination, and hardscape construction with close attention to grading, stability, and long-term performance. We install countertop surfaces, cabinetry, cooking components, and finish details so everything fits cleanly and works the way it should.
Final Walkthrough & Clean Finish
Before we wrap up, we inspect every part of the outdoor kitchen, test key features, and make sure the layout is safe, polished, and ready to use. We walk the project with you, answer questions, and leave the space clean so you can start enjoying it right away.
Outdoor Kitchen FAQs
Answers to the questions we hear most from Macon-area homeowners when planning a custom outdoor kitchen with Stokes Scapes.
- How much does an outdoor kitchen cost?
Outdoor kitchen pricing depends on the size, layout, materials, appliances, and utility work involved. A simple grill station costs much less than a fully custom space with countertops, storage, lighting, refrigeration, and a sink. We give clear, detailed estimates so you know exactly what is included before work starts. The best way to get accurate pricing is to have us come out, look at your space, and talk through your goals.
- How long does it take to build an outdoor kitchen?
Most outdoor kitchen projects take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks, depending on the design, site conditions, weather, and the amount of stonework, concrete, electrical, and plumbing needed. We will give you a realistic timeline up front and keep you updated throughout the project. Our goal is to keep the job moving smoothly and finish with quality work that lasts.
- Can you match my patio, pool area, or existing hardscape?
Yes. We build outdoor kitchens to fit the style of your home and the rest of your outdoor living space. Whether you already have a patio, pool deck, fire feature, or retaining walls, we can often match or closely complement the existing materials, colors, and layout. We want the finished space to look like it belongs there, not like it was added later.
- What appliances and features can you include?
We can design your outdoor kitchen around the way you like to cook and entertain. Popular features include built-in grills, side burners, refrigerators, sinks, storage drawers, prep space, bar seating, pizza ovens, lighting, and nearby fire pits or seating walls. We will help you choose features that make sense for your space, budget, and how you plan to use it.
- Do I need permits or utility work for an outdoor kitchen?
Some outdoor kitchens require permits, especially when gas, water, drainage, or electrical lines are involved. That depends on the scope of the project and local requirements in Macon and surrounding areas. We help guide you through that process and make sure the work is handled the right way. As a fully licensed and insured family-owned company, we take safety and proper installation seriously.
- Why should I choose Stokes Scapes for my outdoor kitchen project?
We are a family-owned company that takes pride in doing careful, high-quality work for homeowners in Macon and nearby areas. We are fully licensed and insured, and we focus on clear communication, solid craftsmanship, and details that make the finished space both beautiful and functional. If you want an outdoor kitchen that is built to fit your home and made to last, contact Stokes Scapes to schedule a consultation and get your project started.
Why homeowners trust Stokes Scapes
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"Highly recommended! I needed some sod and some seed and straw around my property and these guys delivered! Showed up when they said they were going to (rare these days) and made sure I was happy before they left. I will use them again in the future and recommend you do the same! Great jobs guys!"
"Had Stokes Scapes come and fix my driveway. Out of all the quotes I got, they were willing to do more work for the same price, giving me the best bang for my buck. To say I’m satisfied with the results is an understatement. This crew is friendly, skilled, and diligent. I’ll be looking forward to having them help me out with future projects."
"My experience with Stokes Scapes was nothing short of incredible. From first reaching out for a quote and getting it back quickly to completion of the project. Everyone that worked on our property or contacted us was extremely professional. The crew on site were polite and courteous to my family while we were at home and they were working. They went above and beyond with using excavated soil to backfill other areas, moving and replacing large rocks and resetting the basketball goal and mailbox. The quality of work is beyond reproach and I wouldn’t hesitate to have them work for me again without ever looking for other options."
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"A great experience with a great work crew. They were very professional, knowledgeable, and able to answer my questions with ease. The finished product was a retaining wall and sod which looks fantastic. I was very pleased and highly recommended their services."
"Great work and good honest people."
"Truett and his crew are professional and skilled and even tidy. A great experience from start to finish! I already have another job for them to do"
"Truett and his team demolished and rebuilt a retaining wall on my property. The first day I contacted him for an estimate on the job he was very prompt at a response and an estimate, with a start date. The quality and workmanship of his crew is above superior. In the middle of the project build I wanted changes done and Truett and his crew was easy to work with to get the change into the project. I would highly recommend Stokes Scapes for any of your landscaping needs."
"Truett and his team are incredible! We had land cleared, trees and shrubs removed, and debris cleared. From start to finish, they communicated well and were extremely professional. I will always be using and recommending these guys! A+!!!"
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"Pleasure doing business with these guys. Very prompt service, bid was detailed and carried out as detailed. Other than the work (lot clearing), you wouldn’t know they were here. Will definitely use again."
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"Truett and his crew were true professionals. Highly recommend for yard prep. He stayed in constant contact with us and with our local Hydroseeder, Nick Fletcher of Fletcher Bros. Hydroseeding, for him to seed immediately upon yard prep completion. Highly recommend. Outstanding job!"
"Stokes Scapes was great to work with and done a great job. Employees were very polite and easy to talk to and work with."
"The job was spot on. They delivered on everything they promised. I was impressed with the courtesy and promptness. I highly recommend this company."
"Truett an his team did an outstanding job on my retaining wall. He kept me up to date on what was going on an was quick an easy to deal with!"
"My wife and I recently had the pleasure of working with Truett and his team and we couldn’t be more impressed with their professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail. From the initial consultation to the final touches, the team demonstrated a deep understanding of landscape design and solving our erosion issues. They listened carefully to our ideas and provided thoughtful suggestions that enhanced the overall vision for our back property. They eliminated future safety issues and have saved our back yard. They also poured us a concrete parking pad which has already been a blessing. The project was completed on time and within budget, which is a testament to their efficient planning and execution. Their crew was courteous, hardworking, and left the site clean and tidy after each day’s work. What stood out most was their commitment to quality. I highly recommend Stokes Scapes to anyone seeking a reliable and a talented landscaping team. Whether it’s a small garden refresh or a complete outdoor overhaul, they deliver excellence at every step."
"I had stokes scapes come out and clear a fence line for me. They arrived when they said and did a fantastic job. My cost is what they said it would be. I would definitely recommend them for any jobs, and will be using them in the future."
"We have used Truett on many projects he’s extremely knowledgeable and very trust worthy with his work."
"Awesome quality!"
"Easy, Easy, Easy! Stokes Scapes made our project easy and fast! From the initial consultation until project completion the owner was readily available to answer any questions, and his team were prompt, professional and polite. Truitt listened to what we wanted and was very knowledgeable about the different pavers which would suit our project and within our budget. We are incredibly happy with the final product! Thank You Stokes Scapes!"
"I save for 3 years and got 16 estimates for my patio project and I'm SO HAPPY I decided to hire the BEST hardscape company in Middle Georgia. My project was complex and required an experienced team to execute. Truett and his team took my vision and brought it to life before my eyes- an outcome only possible by the best. Take a look at my new space. Can't wait to share with Family and Friends!!"
"I was incredibly impressed with the quality of the job we had done with Stokes Scapes. We had concrete poured and it looks amazing. The weather did not cooperate, but Truett was responsive to calls and concerns as we waited. All of the people on the job site were professional and trustworthy, and the work looked fantastic. I would recommend them to anyone for fair pricing, fantastic communication, and quality product."
"Truett and his crew did an excellent job mulching our six acres. Very professional! Highly recommend his company!!"
"Truett Stokes and his team went above and beyond with swift, quality work! Had 5 trees planted, 5 hydrangeas removed, 5 rose bushes removed, and 5 hastas planted. His team even moved 2 4x8 garden beds for us while they were there. Could not recommend this company enough, and will be calling them to complete our landscape renovation!"
"Truett and Ashley were extremely responsive and provided tremendous customer service! The quality of work was excellent and I could not recommend them enough. They are a wonderful locally owned business that truly cares for their customers."
"I am SO thankful for Truett and his team. My backyard was a jungle! Down trees, overgrown grass, and a broken pool that was a mosquito-infested swamp. I was afraid for my kids to go outside and play out of fear of mosquitoes, snakes, spiders, the pool, etc.. Truett came and gave us a quote and his team was able to get started right away. Homer is a work-horse and was able to get the trees and overgrowth cleared out SO FAST. I’m so so so happy how my yard turned out. Now my kids finally have a place to run around and play. Worth every penny! 10000/10 would recommend them for any type of landscaping/demo work!"
"We bought our house while still overseas and couldn’t see how bad our backyard was until we arrived. We essentially had two rivers flowing in the backyard and a slope of 8 ft. We spoke with the builder but they were not willing to assist us any further. So we called Truett and asked them for assistance. We couldn’t be happier with the team and the work they did. Absolutely amazing! Our kids can finally play in the backyard and we were able to transform the second level with a fire pit area and turf area to play games as well."
"Can’t say enough about how professional Truett and his team are! They executed our multiple projects and we can’t speak highly enough about this group! Give them a shot and I promise you won’t be disappointed!"
"We have loved working with Stokes Scapes. Ashley and Truett make it very easy throughout the entire process. Their work is amazing, on time and they always clean up when they are finished each day! I am extremely comfortable with their crew being at our home and keep coming up with new projects for them to do for us!"
"Good people that work hard for you!!"
"Very professional. Takes time to listen and gives customers quality work"
"Stokes Scapes provides the highest quality and professional work around! I absolutely recommend them for any outdoor space needs anyone may have"
"Truett and his guys did such a great job on my landscaping wall around my pool. They were very professional and kept a clean worksite. I would definitely recommend them for your next project."
"We absolutely loved working with Truett and his team. They overhauled our landscape from cutting down trees, clearing overgrown debris, and fine tuning. They were very responsive and helpful."
"When looking for recommendations on someone to extend our driveway, Stokes Scapes was one of the recommendations. I reached out to see about getting a quote and they got back with me right away and were able to come out quickly for the quote. When Truett got the house to see what we were wanting he was very professional and knowledgeable and walked me through the whole process of what they do. We decided to go with them to extend the driveway and we couldn’t be happier with the process or the outcome. I cant recommend them enough and will absolutely be using them again in the future for other projects."
"Truett and his guys always offer top notch service. Their Work is efficient, professional and exceptional."
"Stokes Scapes helped us with repairing our concrete in several places. They were a pleasure to work with and did an excellent job. Would not hesitate to use their services for a future project."
"Great experience with this company. Their professionalism, work ethic, and attention to detail is unmatched."
"They did an excellent job! Professional and personable. Truet cleared out overgrowth, stumps, and cragly trees surrounding an old barn on my property, as well and making an old grape arbor accessible. Highly recommended!"
"Great communication!! I was having a difficult time getting Companies to respond to me and give me a quote for my project. Truett Stokes's is breath of fresh air with his responsiveness, his willingness to explain all the details and overall professionalism."
"Stokes Scapes was great! They were very professional and very skilled at their job. They are all about the customer being happy with the work performed. I would highly recommend using them for your next project! John C"
"Truett and his crew are amazing. My wife and I have been trying to get our backyard cleared out for so long to no avail, but Truett and Homer came out and literally brought tears to our eyes with the quality of work they've done. Efficient and so kind. The care and effort they put into their work with landscaping, grading and anything they do is UNMATCHED. Every single detail is thoroughly taken into consideration and I highly recommend them and will ONLY use Stokes Scapes from now on as well as I'm referring them to everybody I know."
"This team did excellent work on our backyard renovation. From ordering materials, to installing them, to collaborating on various options, Truett went above and beyond to make sure our project turned out great. Highly recommend!"
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