Outdoor · Sammamish, WA
An outdoor kitchen in Sammamish with Neolith Iron Corten sintered stone, built for Pacific Northwest weather and outdoor cooking appliances.
The stone has to handle sun, rain and temperature swings without losing its look. Several cooking appliances needed exact cutouts, and the uneven terrain called for a level install.
We used StoneEx digital laser templating to capture the space and plan the grill and sink cutouts so they align. The team also paid attention to the edge work and seam placement so the kitchen looks good and works well.
The outdoor cooking area is sturdy and handsome, with an industrial look that fits the setting. The appliances sit in the stone with a clean, matching finish.
The challenge in detail
Outdoor projects in Sammamish face the weather conditions typical of the Pacific Northwest. The countertop material had to withstand UV rays, rain and temperature fluctuations without compromising its integrity or its appearance. The project used Neolith Iron Corten sintered stone in a 20 mm thickness, a surface designed for demanding BBQ and cooking environments.
The homeowners also wanted several outdoor cooking appliances built in. Each one needed a precise cutout and a clean transition between the appliance and the stone, so the kitchen would work well when it is used for cooking.
The site itself added a third challenge. The terrain was uneven, so the layout had to be planned carefully to produce a level installation that met both the aesthetic and the practical demands of the project.
How we approached it
StoneEx digital laser templating captured every detail of the outdoor space. The team used the digital templates to plan around the weather-resistant properties of Neolith Iron Corten and to work out the appliance layout, including the grill and the sink, so all of the cutouts lined up.
CNC fabrication delivered accurate cuts while maintaining the integrity of the material during processing. Attention to the edge work and to seam placement made the installation both visually appealing and practical for outdoor cooking.
The plan also accounted for the uneven terrain, with the aim of a level installation that looks right and works in practice. Templating, cutting and installation were treated as one connected process from the first scan to the final set.
The finished project
The finished outdoor kitchen is a sturdy, elegant cooking area that blends with the natural surroundings of the property. The industrial character of Neolith Iron Corten complements the outdoor setting, and the sintered stone is made to stand up to the elements.
The built-in appliances fit into the stone with a cohesive look and convenient everyday use, which was the integration the homeowners had asked for. The grill and sink sit in the countertop as part of one continuous design rather than as separate pieces.
The project shows how carefully crafted sintered stone countertops can turn an outdoor space into a practical place to cook and gather, even in a climate with plenty of rain, sun and changing temperatures.
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