by Diane Slavik (Author), David Toht , Steve Cory (Author)
Outdoor entertaining is one of the great joys of home ownership, but it shouldn't have to break the bank. In Building Outdoor Kitchens for Every Budget (2015), co-authors Steve Cory and Diane Slavik shared their best wallet-friendly tips for building or renovating your outdoor eating space. Now, Diane Slavik and technical editor Dave Toht have updated the second edition of Building Outdoor Kitchens for Every Budget with fresh materials, detailed how-tos, and photographs to help steer home renovation enthusiasts through the entire process. From backsplashes and pizza ovens to grills and awnings, there are enough tips here to transform your outdoor space into a functioning modern kitchen. Best of all: you'll learn how to keep it all within a limited budget. With over 300 photographs and plenty of comprehensive DIY projects, you'll combine professional aesthetics with self-built costs. It's a detailed update of one of the most essential books for anyone who loves outdoor kitchens--an update you can't afford to miss.
Author Biography
Diane Slavik has worked with Steve Cory for two decades, helping produce more than 50 home improvement books on a variety of topics. She started as a production assistant and eventually became a content contributor, focused on acquiring photos and writing non-technical sections.
Number of Pages: 232
Dimensions: 0.53 x 10.99 x 8.53 IN
Publication Date: March 10, 2026
