DIY Modular Outdoor Kitchen Cabinets & Frames

Build your own Unity outdoor kitchen from individual masonry modules, appliance stations, and expansion frames — no cutting required.

We simplified the custom outdoor kitchen with configurable Unity outdoor kitchen modules. Choose the masonry cabinets, appliance stations, counter modules, storage modules, and bar sections you want, then connect them into a layout that fits your patio. You do not need to be a mason, hire a contractor, or cut block on site. Build a simple grill station, a pizza oven and prep area, a wrap-around bar, or a full outdoor kitchen configuration from solid masonry frames that will not rust or rot.

Shop Unity Outdoor Kitchen Modules

Choose the Unity outdoor kitchen modules that fit the way you cook, prep, serve, and entertain. Each module is built as a solid masonry outdoor kitchen frame with appliance openings, limestone countertops, and connection points designed to work with the rest of the Unity system.

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.

Unity L Outdoor Kitchen Module Overhead View

Unity L Corner Bar with Raised Counter

Designed for comfort and style, the Unity-L offers a spacious area for entertaining and culinary creativity. With its elegant design and versatile configuration, it's the perfect addition to elevate gatherings...

Overhead view of stone outdoor wrap around bar and kitchen with sink.

Unity U Wrap-around Outdoor Bar

A modular wrap-around bar with raised seating, built-in drawer storage, and optional refrigerator or sink, designed to create a natural gathering zone within a Unity outdoor kitchen.

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 where to start? Begin with your main cooking station — gas grill, kamado, pizza oven, or bar — then add counter space, storage, corner sections, or Plus modules to complete the layout. Same Unity system. Different starting points.

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How Unity Outdoor Kitchen Modules Work

Unity modules make it easier to build a custom outdoor kitchen without having to start from scratch. Choose your appliance station, add the counter or storage space you need, then connect the masonry frames into the layout that fits your patio.

Each module is built around a standard Unity footprint, so the pieces are designed to work together without cutting blocks, welding metal frames, or building custom cabinets on site.

Unity outdoor kitchen modules for gas grill, kamado, pizza oven, and bar stations

Choose Your Appliance Station

Start with the function. Choose a gas grill module, kamado module, pizza oven module, bar module, or outdoor kitchen counter module based on how you cook and entertain. Each station is designed around specific appliance openings and a solid masonry frame, so you can plan your outdoor kitchen around real modules instead of guessing at dimensions.

Add Counter, Storage, or Corner Space

Need more prep space, serving room, or storage? Unity Plus modules extend the frame and countertop by 24 inches, giving you room for a drawer bank, cabinet, open counter space, or corner connection. That extra space helps turn a single appliance station into a more complete outdoor kitchen configuration.

Unity Plus outdoor kitchen module adding counter space, storage, or corner connection
Masonry outdoor kitchen frames are simply stacked and adhered to create a custom Unity module layout

Connect the Masonry Frames

Once your modules are selected, the build is straightforward: set the pieces on a stable base, stack the masonry blocks, and bond them with the supplied adhesive. There are no metal studs, no screws, and no wet-saw cuts required for standard Unity layouts. Modules are reversible, so you can place the appliance, counter space, or corner connection on the side that works best for your flow.

Start with the Module, Then Build the Layout

Outdoor kitchen modules make the build easier, but the layout still needs a plan. Before you choose a grill module, kamado module, pizza oven module, bar section, or storage module, use these planning resources to think through your goals, zones, traffic flow, and available footprint.
These guides help you choose the right Unity modules before you buy, so your finished outdoor kitchen fits your patio, your appliances, and the way people actually move through the space.

Outdoor living planning guide for choosing a DIY outdoor kitchen layout

Define Your Mission

Watch This Before You Buy Anything or Start Your Project

Patio layout guide showing outdoor kitchen, living room, and dining room zones

Map Your Zones

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

Stone outdoor kitchen with wrap-around bar, wood-fired pizza oven, kamado smoker, and gas grill in an outdoor patio setting

Optimize the Flow

5 Tips for Designing the Perfect Outdoor Kitchen Layout

Outdoor kitchen layout guide for checking Unity module dimensions and patio fit

Verify the Footprint

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

Build Your Own Outdoor Kitchen Configuration

A custom outdoor kitchen should feel personal, but it should not require custom fabrication at every step. Unity outdoor kitchen modules are built around a standardized modular footprint, so you can choose the appliance stations, counter space, storage, and bar sections you want — then connect them into a layout that fits your patio.

Start with the pieces that matter most: a gas grill module, a kamado module, a pizza oven module, a bar module, a storage module, or an outdoor kitchen counter module. From there, you can build your own outdoor kitchen as a straight run, an L-shaped kitchen, a U-shaped entertaining space, or an expandable cooking station.

Unity outdoor kitchen modules arranged for a custom patio layout

Whether you’re a seasoned grill aficionado or a social butterfly who loves hosting gatherings, Unity’s modular kitchen system offers boundless opportunities for customization and adaptability. From sleek kitchen islands to comprehensive outdoor cooking setups, our innovative approach seamlessly blends style with practicality, setting the stage for unforgettable moments with loved ones.

Connect Modules in a Straight Run, L-Shape, or U-Shape

The layout comes from the way the modules are arranged. Connect outdoor kitchen modules side by side for a clean linear grill wall, turn a corner for an L-shaped kitchen, or wrap the layout around your entertaining space with a U-shaped bar.

Traditional masonry kitchens often require field cuts, fillers, and custom adjustments to make corners work. Unity modular outdoor kitchen frames are designed to solve that problem before the kit reaches your patio. The modules are sized to work together, so you can create a custom configuration without designing every cabinet, corner, and appliance opening from scratch.

Expand with Plus Modules

Unity Plus modules add extra counter space and more flexible connection points for larger layouts. Use a Plus section for prep space, serving space, outdoor kitchen storage, drawer banks, cabinets, or clean corner transitions.

  • Outdoor kitchen layout shown with disconnected modules.
  • You can see how easily all of our grill islands connect.
  • You can even connect grill islands to make an exterior corner.
  • Connect multiple grill islands together for your ultimate outdoor cooking experience.
  • You can easily connect all of our kitchen components following a few simple rules.
  • Outdoor kitchen bar unit corner connect

That flexibility lets you start small or build the full kitchen from day one. Begin with a focused grill station, then expand later with a pizza oven module, kamado module, bar return, counter module, or additional masonry outdoor kitchen cabinets as your space and plans grow.

The result is a custom outdoor kitchen layout built from individual Unity modules — not a generic box-store kit, and not a complicated scratch-built masonry project.

Build your own outdoor kitchen with connected masonry modules

Need Outdoor Kitchen Layout Ideas?

Not sure which configuration makes the most sense for your space? Explore our 30+ outdoor kitchen layout ideas organized by shape, size, cooking style, and entertaining needs.

30+ Outdoor Kitchen Layout Designs

Masonry Outdoor Kitchen Frames vs. Metal Frame Kits

Many DIY outdoor kitchen cabinet kits start with a metal frame. They use galvanized steel tracks, screws, cement board, and exterior finishes to create the structure around your grill, appliances, and countertops.

Unity modules take a different approach. Instead of building a metal skeleton and covering it later, each Unity outdoor kitchen frame is built from solid, high-density concrete masonry. The result is a heavier, quieter, more permanent foundation for your outdoor kitchen cabinets, appliance stations, and limestone countertops.

metal grill frames rust

Zero Rust, Zero Rot

Metal outdoor kitchen frames can be vulnerable anywhere moisture reaches cut edges, screw holes, or exposed connection points. Unity masonry outdoor kitchen cabinets are built from solid concrete modules, so the structure itself will not rust, rot, or break down like wood or metal framing.

Our outdoor living kits don't require any cutting.

No Cutting, No Screws

Metal frame kits often require cutting tracks, fastening panels, and assembling the structure with screws before the finished surface can even begin. Unity modules are built as a masonry system: set the blocks, stack the frame, and bond the pieces with the supplied adhesive.

Man on Grill Island

Rock Solid Strength

Outdoor kitchen frames need to support real weight: grills, kamados, pizza ovens, stone countertops, cabinets, drawers, and years of use. Unity modules are built from solid concrete masonry, creating a sturdy base for premium outdoor appliances and modular outdoor kitchen cabinets.

Limestone, countertop and sink detail.

Limestone Countertops

Unity modules are finished with genuine Indiana Limestone countertops, not thin tile or fake stone veneer. The 2-inch-thick slabs are honed and finished on all sides, giving each module a clean architectural look from every angle. Highly durable and weatherproof.

Build DIY Outdoor Kitchen Modules Without Specialized Tools

Learn from the Pros – Check Out Our How-To Videos
Video on how to build a DIY grill station in hours.

See what it actually takes to build a Unity outdoor kitchen module before you start. Our how-to videos walk through the process step by step, so homeowners, installers, and DIYers know what to expect.

You do not need masonry experience, special tools, or a wet saw for standard Unity layouts. The blocks stack together, the frames bond with supplied adhesive, and the pieces are designed to fit without cutting or mortaring.

No Specialized Tools Required

Forget renting concrete saws or heavy machinery. Unity modules are designed for standard layouts without wet-saw cuts, metal framing, or masonry skills. Start with a level base, stack the masonry blocks, and bond the frame with the supplied adhesive.

Build at Your Own Pace

You can build a single module first or complete a larger outdoor kitchen configuration as your schedule allows. The system is designed for a smoother DIY experience from unpacking the kit to setting the final countertop.

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Frequently Asked Questions About DIY Outdoor Kitchen Modules

Do I need a concrete foundation?

You need a stable, non-shifting base that can support the weight of the masonry modules, appliances, and countertops. A poured concrete slab is ideal, but many Unity outdoor kitchen modules can also be built on a properly installed paver patio or compacted crushed-stone base.

What are the countertops made of?

Unity modules include genuine Indiana Limestone countertops. The slabs are 2 inches thick, honed, and finished on all six sides for a clean architectural look from every angle.

How do the modules stay together?

Unity modules are built from solid masonry blocks that stack into place and bond with supplied adhesive. The weight of the masonry, the modular layout, and the adhesive work together to create a solid outdoor kitchen frame without metal studs, screws, or cement board.

Can I cut the modules?

Standard Unity layouts are designed so you do not need to cut the modules. The frames, appliance openings, Plus extensions, and connection points are planned around repeatable dimensions. The blocks are solid concrete and can be cut with the right tools if a unique site condition requires it, but cutting is not part of the normal build.

What is the difference between DIY outdoor kitchen modules and complete outdoor kitchen kits?

DIY outdoor kitchen modules are the custom-configuration path. You choose the individual grill, kamado, pizza oven, bar, counter, storage, or corner modules you want, then build your own layout. Complete outdoor kitchen kits are pre-designed packages for buyers who want a faster, already-planned starting point.

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