DIY Outdoor Grill Island Kits Built from Real Masonry

Start with a compact grill station or build out a full cooking island with storage, counter space, kamado smokers, pizza ovens, and bar seating — all from the same Unity modular outdoor kitchen system.

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A Unity grill island kit gives you the permanence of a professional masonry outdoor cooking station without the headache of contractors, metal framing, wet saws, or guesswork. Start with a compact built-in gas grill island, kamado station, pizza oven module, or BBQ island, then expand with matching counter, storage, bar, and corner modules when you want a larger outdoor kitchen layout.

Same Unity system. Different starting point. Grill islands are the focused cooking-station path: simple enough for a weekend build, solid enough to feel permanent, and flexible enough to grow into a larger outdoor kitchen if wanted.

Unity C Gas & Kamado Grill Island Module

A modular outdoor kitchen grill island that combines a built-in gas grill and a Kamado smoker in one space-efficient masonry unit.

Unity C Plus affordable Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity C Plus Combo Grill Island Kitchen Module

A modular outdoor kitchen grill island that combines a built-in gas grill and a Kamado smoker with added counter space and integrated storage in a balanced masonry layout.

Unity G Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity G Compact Stone Grill Island

A modular outdoor kitchen grill island centered on a built-in gas grill, designed for clean layouts, reliable fit, and everyday outdoor cooking.

Unity G+ Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity G Plus Deluxe Gas Grill Island Kitchen Module

A modular outdoor kitchen grill island featuring a built-in gas grill with added counter space and storage, designed for flexible layouts and long-term use.

Unity GX Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity GX Compact Kitchen Module With Large Grill

A compact modular outdoor kitchen grill island designed to accommodate a full-size gas grill in a space-efficient masonry layout.

Unity K Plus Outdoor Masonry Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity K Plus Premium Kamado Outdoor Kitchen Module

A modular outdoor kitchen island designed for Kamado-style grills, with added counter space and integrated storage in an efficient masonry layout.

Compact Kamado grill kitchen module for a large kamado grill.

Unity K Stone Modular Kamado Island

A modular outdoor kitchen island designed around a Kamado grill, providing a stable masonry base and a clean, functional layout for ceramic-style cooking.

Solid Masonry pizza oven grill Island Outdoor Kitchen addition.

Unity Z Minus Compact Pizza Oven Module

A compact modular outdoor kitchen pizza oven module with a single integrated firewood storage box, designed for flexible Unity kitchen layouts.

Unity K+ Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity Z Modular Stone Pizza Oven Kit

A modular outdoor kitchen pizza oven module designed to house a wood-fired oven in a stable masonry base, compatible with Unity kitchen layouts.

Wood fired pizza oven stand kit.

Unity Z Pier Pizza Stand

A minimal modular pizza-oven pedestal with an elevated stone top and integrated tool niche, ideal for electric ovens or layouts that don’t need wood storage.

Unity Z+ Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity Z Plus Large Stone Pizza Oven Island

A modular outdoor kitchen pizza oven module with expanded counter space and integrated firewood storage, designed to support wood-fired cooking within Unity kitchen layouts.

Not sure which Unity path fits your project?

Same Unity system. Different starting points. If a grill island is not quite the path you need, these pages can help you choose the right way to plan, price, and build your outdoor kitchen.

Complete Outdoor Kitchen Kits — Best if you want the easiest full-package option with pre-designed Unity layouts.

DIY Outdoor Kitchen Modules — Best if you want to build a custom layout from individual masonry modules.

Outdoor Kitchen Layouts & Blueprints — Best if you want planning ideas, footprints, and examples before choosing products.

Unity Modular Outdoor Kitchen System — Best if you want the big-picture overview of how the whole system works.

Outdoor Kitchen with Fireplace — Best if you want cooking, fire, seating, and outdoor-room planning together.

Why Choose a Masonry Grill Island Kit?

The difference between a backyard “project” and a permanent outdoor kitchen is the material. While most DIY kits rely on flimsy, rust-prone metal studs and cement board, the Unity System is built on the strength of solid, high-density concrete masonry. By moving away from temporary metal frames to our permanent, interlocking block system, you gain two distinct advantages: structural integrity that won’t flex or corrode, and a sophisticated, architectural aesthetic defined by genuine, 2-inch thick Indiana Limestone. We’ve replaced the saw and the screw gun with a simple “stack and bond” process—giving you a heavy-duty, professional-grade masonry build that stands the test of time, all without the need for specialized construction skills.

Grill Islands are Customizable

Customizable

Because our system is modular, you get the simplicity of a standard product with the design freedom of a custom build.

DIY Friendly

Easy Installation

If you can stack blocks and use a caulking gun, you can build a professional-grade stone island in a single afternoon.

Durable all masonry build

Durable Masonry

These frames don’t just look like stone—they are stone. They provide a rock-solid foundation that is impervious to rot, rust, and weather.

Build a Grill Island Your Way

Modular outdoor grill island layout with pizza oven, kamado smoker, gas grill, stone counters, and bar seating

Create a professional masonry grill island that fits your space, cooking style, and entertaining plans. The Unity system lets you choose from curated gas grill, kamado, pizza oven, counter, storage, and bar modules without piecing together a permanent outdoor cooking station from mismatched parts.
Most grill island projects get complicated when homeowners try to match a stone frame from one company with a grill, countertop, or appliance from another. Cutouts, clearances, ventilation, sizing, and finish details all have to work together.
Unity solves that problem with a coordinated masonry system. Gas grill islands include the fitted grill, countertop, and masonry structure. Kamado and pizza oven modules are designed around compatible cooking platforms. The result is a cleaner build, a better fit, and less guesswork from the first block to the final cookout.

  • Unity grill island modules shown before assembly with straight and corner layout options
  • Unity modules are designed to work together as a coordinated system. Start with a grill, kamado, or pizza oven base, then choose the counter, storage, bar, or corner modules that fit your layout.
  • You can even connect grill islands to make an exterior corner.
  • Connect multiple grill islands together for your personalized outdoor cooking experience.
  • Some modules can be connected to create straight, L-shaped, or U-shaped grill island layouts. For the best fit, color match, and project cost, we recommend planning the full layout before ordering instead of assuming future add-ons will match exactly.
  • Outdoor kitchen bar unit corner connect detail.

Plan your grill island as a complete layout so the masonry, counters, and cooking zones work together from the start.

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Compact stone grill island module with built-in 32-inch Somerset gas grill

Start with a Modular Grill Station Base

Every project begins with a base module. This is the primary cooking anchor for your grill island.
For gas cooking, our G-Series grill islands include a premium, warranty-backed built-in grill chosen specifically to fit the stone frame. This avoids the most common mistake in built-in grill island projects: designing permanent masonry around a grill that was not made for the opening.
For charcoal and oven cooking, our kamado and pizza oven modules use platform-style designs for more appliance flexibility. You may buy a compatible kamado or pizza oven from us, or use one you already own if it fits the module properly.

DIY stone outdoor grill island kit with storage drawers and counter space

Add Counter Space, Storage, or Specialty Cooking Modules

This is where the Unity system adapts to the way you cook. Add counter space for prep and serving, storage for tools and fuel, a corner return for layout control, or specialty modules for kamado cooking and pizza ovens.
The goal is not to build endlessly. The goal is to choose the right pieces upfront so your grill island feels intentional, balanced, and complete. A compact gas grill island may be enough for weeknight dinners. A larger layout may make sense if you want prep space, serving space, seating, or multiple cooking styles in one area.

Outdoor kitchen grill island with bar seating and stone counter modules

Choose a Straight, L-Shaped, or U-Shaped Grill Island Layout

Your patio shape, cooking style, and entertaining plans should guide the layout.
A straight grill island is the simplest option and works well along a patio edge, wall, or open cooking zone. An L-shaped grill island adds return counter space and helps separate cooking from serving. A U-shaped layout creates more of an outdoor room, with room for prep, cooking, storage, and guests.
The modules are coordinated, but the layout should be planned before ordering. That gives you the cleanest fit, the best material match, and the least amount of rework later.

Grill island with pizza oven, kamado smoker, and gas grill.
Grill island with pizza oven, kamado smoker, and gas grill made by connecting two modules at a 90° angle using a corner module.
Straight Grill Island with wood-fired pizza oven and Kamado smoker with stainless drawers and wood storage
Straight Grill Island with wood-fired pizza oven and Kamado smoker with stainless drawers and wood storage made from two modules.

Assemble a Stone Grill Island in an Afternoon

See How Simple Real Masonry Can Be

How to build a grill island video
Unity K Plus Kamado Video
Unity L Outdoor Bar Build Video

Learn from the Pros – Check Out Our How-To Kitchen Videos

Building a real masonry grill island should not feel like a full construction project. Unity kits use clearly labeled components, dry-stack masonry, and step-by-step video instructions so the build stays organized from start to finish.

Watch Terry build a complete Unity G+ Grill Island right on a patio, from the first block to the finished cook station. It is a straightforward look at how the system comes together — and why DIY does not have to mean lightweight, temporary, or second-rate.

Hear What Our Grill Island Owners Say

Customer-built L-shaped Unity grill island with gas grill, kamado smoker, and pizza oven

Real Stories, Real Grill Islands

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My friend and I—two old guys—built a Unity C+ and Unity Z+ Deluxe in an L-shape in just two days. Friends are blown away by the results! The only disappointment? That the build was over—it was that rewarding.

George W.

Click here for helpful article on how to design your perfect outdoor kitchen.

5 Tips for Designing the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen Layout

Plan Your Outdoor Space with Confidence

Not sure where to start? These are our top guides, videos, and tools to help you design and build smarter.

From site layout to kitchen planning, these foundational resources will guide you every step of the way.

This video will help you know what you need to think about before you start any outdoor living project.

Watch This Before You Buy Anything or Start your Project

Overview of a lively patio party featuring an outdoor kitchen and fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests.

Plan the Perfect Patio Layout: The ‘Big Three’ Outdoor Design Strategy

Download our Design Guide PDF.

Create Your Custom Outdoor Space. It’s easy with Our Layout Guide

Complete the Outdoor Room Around Your Grill Island

Ashford fireplace with connected pizza oven

Add a Matching Outdoor Fireplace

Extend your outdoor season long after the sun goes down. Add the warmth, height, and architectural presence of a solid masonry fireplace to your design.

Pizza Oven Island

Add Wood-Fired Flavor with a Pizza Oven

Don’t stop at grilling. Whether integrated into your island or built as a standalone feature, these kits bring the authentic pizzeria experience to your backyard.

Ridgeman straight seat wall and fire pit kit

Expand Your Patio Space with Built-In Seating

Add a matching seat wall nearby to define your space, create natural flow, and offer effortless seating. It’s an easy way to elevate your layout and make the whole area feel more inviting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a grill island and an outdoor kitchen?

A grill island is the grill-centered starting point. It usually focuses on one main cooking appliance, with optional counter space, storage, kamado cooking, pizza oven cooking, or bar seating. A full outdoor kitchen is usually a larger layout with more prep space, more appliances, more utility planning, and more room for serving or entertaining. With the Unity system, the line is flexible. The same masonry modules can create a compact grill island, a BBQ island, or a larger outdoor kitchen layout. Same Unity system. Different starting point.

Does the kit come with the grill?

Yes, gas grill island kits include the grill. That is intentional. The grill is chosen to fit the masonry opening correctly, maintain proper clearances, and avoid the most common mistake people make with built-in grill islands: trying to design a permanent stone structure around a random grill. A built-in gas grill is not just a box that drops into a hole. The cutout, clearances, ventilation, fuel type, and service access all matter. Including the grill lets the island work as a complete system instead of a guessing game.

Can I use my own gas grill?

No. Our gas grill island kits are sold with the grill included. This protects the fit, finish, safety clearances, and overall build quality of the island. Retrofitting a third-party gas grill can create gaps, alignment problems, clearance issues, and installation headaches. Most people who want to bring their own grill are trying to make a smart choice, but this is exactly where many outdoor kitchen projects go wrong: building a permanent masonry island around a grill that was never selected for that opening.

Can I add more modules later?

Sometimes, but we do not recommend planning your project around future add-ons. Unity modules can connect in many layouts, and adding adjacent modules may be possible. However, adding on later can cost more than planning the full layout upfront. Stone color, casting size, texture, and production runs can also vary slightly over time, so a later module may not match the original kit exactly. Like building an indoor kitchen, you CAN add cabinets and countertops later, but it is best to build it at one time from compatible pieces. The best move is to plan the grill island you actually want now. Keep it compact if that is all you need, but if you already know you want storage, seating, a kamado, a pizza oven, or a corner return, it is usually smarter to include those pieces in the original layout.

Do I need a professional installer?

No. Unity grill island kits are designed for DIY assembly. There is no metal framing, cement board, mortar work, or stone cutting required for the basic kit assembly. If you can stack blocks, follow instructions, and use a caulking gun, you can build the island yourself. For utilities such as gas, plumbing, or electrical, use qualified professionals as required by local code.

Do I need plumbing or electrical?

Most basic grill island kits do not require plumbing or electrical. A simple gas grill, kamado, or pizza oven island can usually stay very straightforward. Our gas grill islands can be run from an LP tank, while the kamado and pizza oven options we sell are wood-fired.

If you add a sink, outlets, lighting, refrigerator, or other powered appliances, those utilities should be planned in advance and installed according to local code.

Which grill island kit should I choose?

Choose a gas grill island if you want the easiest and fastest cooking setup. Gas is convenient, familiar, and ideal for a busy lifestyle when you want to walk outside, preheat quickly, cook dinner, and get back to the evening.

Choose a kamado island if you want the most versatile cooking appliance. A kamado can grill, sear, smoke low and slow, roast, and even cook pizza with the right setup. It takes more involvement than gas, but for people who enjoy the process, that is the whole point.

Choose a pizza oven module if you want a larger, more interactive cooking experience built around high-heat oven cooking. It is more specialized than a kamado, but it creates a great focal point for entertaining, cooking together, and serving food straight from the oven.

Ready to Build Your Grill Island?

Choose a compact grill station, kamado island, pizza oven module, or expandable Unity layout built from real masonry.

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