Outdoor cooking takes centre stage at AKARI

This shift is evident at AKARI, a newly completed residence in Brisbane’s Tarragindi designed and built by O'Shea & Sons Builders. Inspired by Japandi design principles, the home blends minimal architecture, warm materials and wellness-focused spaces to create a calm and highly liveable environment.

Projects like AKARI reflect a broader shift in residential design, where outdoor kitchens are planned with the same level of care as interior spaces. Appliances are considered early in the design process, shaping how the space is used rather than being added later as an accessory.

Electric teppanyaki systems are also gaining traction as more homes move toward all-electric solutions. With precise temperature control and no open flame, they offer a cleaner approach to outdoor cooking while maintaining a refined architectural presence.

At AKARI, the result is an alfresco environment where cooking, entertaining and everyday living flow naturally together, demonstrating how thoughtfully integrated appliances can enhance both the function and design of outdoor spaces.

On ArchiPro, you can explore Cook N Dine Australia, browse outdoor cooking appliances, and discover projects like AKARI where designers are integrating cooking and architecture into modern alfresco living.