VIRGINIA ELEGANCE

At this lakefront Florida address, an award-winning outdoor kitchen by Phil Kean Design Group cements this home's status as a cut above the rest.

BORN AND RAISED OUTDOORS

With a commanding presence on the edge of Lake Virginia in Central Florida, this home is a masterclass in luxurious living. Here, Virginia Elegance capitalizes on its outlook to offer a permanent sense of vacation. At its center, a generously-appointed outdoor kitchen that has amassed international awards and attention for its seamless approach to summer living, including the 'Best in American Living Awards' 'Room Of The Year' title for 2022.

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Project Type: Suburban Home

Location: Orlando, Florida

Architect: Phil Kean Design Group

Photographer: Uneek Image

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SEAMLESS TRANSITION

The homeowners' intention was to make the most of the lakefront views and extend the concept of living beyond the home's traditional confines. From the earliest days of planning, they aimed for a more transitional outdoor space, where floor-to-ceiling windows and doors open to an outdoor kitchen that anchors lifestyle and leisure. It was a vision brought to life by Phil Kean Design Group, a firm whose reputation in lakefront and waterfront homes is unparalleled, and resulted in a grand home in every sense of the word, where the Florida lifestyle could be well and truly taken advantage of.

Beautiful to Use

As natural hosts with a love for family gatherings, the homeowners required a spacious and functional outdoor kitchen. Phil Kean Designs' Senior Kitchen Designer Todd Atkins explains the generous DCS grill at the helm was the clients' first choice given its durable, long-lasting nature where a lifetime of family dinners can come to fruition. "Our clients are healthy grillers who love cooking with gas and charcoal," Atkins shares. "We placed a DCS grill in the center of the summer kitchen with plenty of space to work on either side for prep and serving. With friends and family over most weekends for lakefront activities, the grill allows our clients to cook healthy meats, fish, and vegetables while keeping food prep and serving outside - where it is most convenient."

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UNCOMPROMISED OUTDOOR LIVING

The summer kitchen not only complements the timeless architecture of the home but also sets a new standard for luxurious outdoor living. It's a haven where children can race from the pool to the kitchen, spending sunny Florida days outside, and the thoughtfully designed space makes for effortless maintenance and enjoyment for the family. Outfitted with a top-of-the-line DCS icemaker, it ensures perfectly chilled beverages are always within reach, while the refrigerator drawers provide ample and convenient storage for fresh ingredients. The inviting dining area, a fully-equipped outdoor bar, and a television create an environment perfect for entertaining and relaxation. This majestic outdoor kitchen, with its blend of functionality and elegance, extends the warmth and hospitality of the home into nature's lap. Indeed a fitting crown for such a prestigious address.

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