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[H2] Built to Cook. Designed for Living.

EXPLORE OUTDOOR KITCHEN PROJECTS

[H2] Gas, Charcoal and Wood — all in One Grill

DISCOVER THE HYBRID FIRE GRILL

[H2] Where Fire Meets Flavor and Possibility

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[H2] Your Outdoor Kitchen, Perfected.

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OUR COLLECTION
At Kalamazoo, every detail of the outdoor kitchen is designed for life outdoors. From grills and pizza ovens to cabinetry, refrigeration, and more, we unite exceptional performance with artisan craftsmanship to inspire unforgettable culinary experiences and connection for years to come.
EXPLORE OUR GRILLS

HYBRID FIRE GRILL

GAUCHO GRILL

ECHO GAS GRILL HEAD

SHOKUNIN KAMADO GRILL

ARTISAN FIRE PIZZA OVEN

CHARCOAL GRAVITY SMOKER

[H2] At the forefront of craftsmanship and innovation since 1906.

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Design Services
Whether you're starting with a clear vision or a blank slate, we're here to turn inspiration into a fully realized outdoor kitchen, crafted to fit your home and habits.SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION

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DESIGN STUDIO

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DESIGN GUIDES & TIPS

OUR PROJECTS
[H2] Your Outdoor Vision, Realized.

EXPLORE WHAT'S POSSIBLE

[H3] CULINARY EXPERIENCES

[H2] Ignite your passion.Awaken your taste.
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[H3] PLATES, PLACES AND POSSIBILITIES

[H2] Recipes, stories, and ideasto inspire your next meal
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RECIPES & INSPIRATION

[H2] From live-fire grilling to perfect pizza, find recipes that show what’s possible with your Kalamazoo.

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PROJECTS

[H2] Where outdoor kitchens become part of everyday life.

A selection of completed Kalamazoo outdoor kitchens, shaped by architecture, setting and how the space is meant to be lived in. Developed in collaboration with homeowners, architects and designers, these projects show the breadth of how Kalamazoo kitchens take shape across different places and ways of living.

FEATURED

[H2] Sunrise-Sunset House

Set within the quiet drama of the desert, the Sunset–Sunrise House is a home shaped by light, horizon and a deep connection to its surroundings. Designed by Square Three Architecture, the residence embraces the daily arc of the sun in its design.

[H1] Projects

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[H3] El Paso, Texas
El Paso, Texas By Lake | Flato Designed to respond to the context of El Paso’s formidable and diverse topographical personality, the Courtyard House by Texas-based architects Lake | Flato is a...

[IMG: Big Sky, Montana]
[H3] Big Sky, Montana
By Shelter Interiors With this mountain home’s recent renovation, the homeowners wanted an airy feel with plenty of windows so they could feel even closer to nature. Designer Sharon Lohss...

[IMG: Ashland, Oregon]
[H3] Ashland, Oregon
By Architect Carlos Delgado Nestled adjacent to a wooded hillside of Lithia Park in Ashland, Oregon, this home offers the very best of mid-century modern design. Inside, you’ll find yourself...

[IMG: Dunelands, Michigan]
[H3] Dunelands, Michigan
Dunelands By Kevin Toukoumidis, AIA Atop a sandy, beachfront dune overlooking Lake Michigan is a stunning new residence created to celebrate wellness and outdoor living. Architect Kevin Toukoumidis of dSPACE Studio designed...

[IMG: Bend, Oregon]
[H3] Bend, Oregon
Lush surroundings provide a stunning backdrop for this modern indoor-outdoor space in the community of Tetherow in Central Oregon. Whether the homeowners are enjoying weeknight family meals or simply cozying...

[IMG: Avon, Colorado]
[H3] Avon, Colorado
A mountain home built for gathering. Set at 9,000 feet in Avon, Colorado, this home looks out to Beaver Creek with Vail just beyond. It is a place of big...

[IMG: Folsom, California]
[H3] Folsom, California
By Paul McClean and James Magni Renowned architect Paul McClean and designer James Magni joined forces to create a modern lakeside retreat, showcasing a profound connection between the indoors and outdoors. They were commissioned...

[IMG: Bridgehampton, New York]
[H3] Bridgehampton, New York
This generous outdoor living space in the Hamptons has a cool and calming grey color palette that perfectly complements the outdoor kitchen’s sophisticated stainless steel appliances and cabinetry. With a...

[IMG: Saddlebrooke Ranch, Arizona]
[H3] Saddlebrooke Ranch, Arizona
By Prideaux Design This stunning desert modern space in Phoenix, Arizona maximizes both function and flow. Designer Kathryn Prideaux focused on achieving all functional requirements of the space - from the pool...

[IMG: Portola Valley, CA]
[H3] Portola Valley, CA
Sunset–Sunrise House By Square Three Architecture Set within the quiet drama of the desert, the Sunset–Sunrise House is a home shaped by light, horizon and a deep connection to its...

[IMG: Chicago, Illinois]
[H3] Chicago, Illinois
By Kevin Toukoumidis A beautiful city home in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago now features an outdoor space inspired by open-air living in California wine country, where the homeowners have...

[IMG: San Diego, California]
[H3] San Diego, California
San Diego, California By Alicia Calhoon A completely renovated oceanfront vacation home in San Diego features a newly designed outdoor space with plenty of areas to gather and enjoy the...

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[H2] Every project starts with a conversation.

Each project shown here reflects early collaboration between homeowners, architects, designers and Kalamazoo’s Design Studio. From initial planning through execution, our team helps shape outdoor kitchens that are cohesive, considered and built to last.

CULINARY EXPERIENCES
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Life Tastes Better with Kalamazoo
At Kalamazoo, we believe that cooking is an awakening of the senses, a celebration of flavor, and a way to experience life at its fullest.The Kalamazoo Culinary Program is your invitation to explore the precision, power, and artistry of cooking with fire—through immersive events, personalized instruction, and hands-on experiences tailored to your skills and passions.

[H2] Food + Fire Live: A Kalamazoo Signature Experience

Get ready for a weekend of unforgettable flavors, culinary mastery, and exclusive experiences in Chicago.Immerse yourself in the art of live-fire cooking with hands-on instruction, world-class hospitality, and expertly crafted meals.With limited spots available, don’t miss your chance to be part of something special. Sign up for details.

[H2] In-Home Culinary Lessons

This private session brings our Culinary Experience Manager to your backyard Kalamazoo kitchen for hands-on guidance tailored to your space, setup and cooking preferences.Designed for up to six guests, it includes our Grilling Guidebook and a signed copy of Food + Fire to continue your journey.

[H2] Private Cooking Experience

Visit our Chicago Culinary Center for a personalized session designed around your cooking and product interests.Led by our Culinary Experience Manager, this two-hour experience blends expert instruction, live-fire demonstrations, and unforgettable flavors.With only four guests per session, you’ll get personalized guidance and leave with our Grilling Guidebook—the ultimate resource for mastering your craft.

[H2] Culinary Onboarding Session

Unlock the full potential of your Kalamazoo kitchen with a personalized, hour-long session led by Stephanie Banyas, our Culinary Experience Manager.Tailored to your cooking style, this interactive video session dives into expert grilling techniques, product care, and pro-level tips—so you can cook with confidence, precision, and fire.

[H2] Grillmaster's Corner

Exclusively for Kalamazoo owners, Grillmaster’s Corner is a culinary video series led by Grillmaster Russ Faulk. Each session combines focused techniques, seasonal inspiration and practical cooking knowledge designed to help owners get more from their Kalamazoo experience. From grill setup and live-fire fundamentals to holiday cooking and entertaining outdoors, Grillmaster’s Corner offers ongoing access to the ideas, techniques and expertise behind cooking with Kalamazoo.

[H2] Our Heritage
120 YEARS OF CRAFTSMANSHIP AND INNOVATION.

[H2] Craftsmanship at Our Core
EVERY PRODUCT IS HAND-BUILT BY ARTISANS USING THE FINEST MATERIALS.

[H2] Designed for Life Outdoors
PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY THAT THRIVE IN EVERY SEASON AND SETTING.

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Founded on Innovation. Built to Endure.
Since 1906, Kalamazoo has been shaped by a simple belief: if something can be made better, it should be. Founded by inventor Lewis H. Bullard, the company built its reputation on precision engineering, innovation, and unmatched stainless steel craftsmanship. More than a century later, that commitment to performance and enduring quality remains at the heart of everything we build.

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An Engineering Revolution
In the 1990s, Lewis Bullard’s great-grandson, Geoffrey Bullard, brought that legacy into a new era. Seeing an opportunity to apply the company’s engineering mastery to outdoor cooking, he launched The Kalamazoo Grill Company and introduced its first grill and one of the industry’s most significant breakthroughs — the first dual-fuel grill, capable of cooking with gas and charcoal. It wasn’t a marketing invention. It was a true engineering revolution — designed from the ground up for performance, versatility, and authenticity. Once again, Kalamazoo was not following trends. It was creating them.

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An Era of Possibility
Between 1998 and 2005, Kalamazoo entered a bold period of experimentation that pushed outdoor cooking beyond convention. The brand introduced unforgettable designs like the Bread Breaker, the Sculpture Grill, and the 180-Degree Martini Bar — products that challenged expectations and expanded the idea of what outdoor entertaining could be. High-profile private-label partnerships with brands like Harley-Davidson and Corvette further cemented Kalamazoo’s reputation for engineering credibility and cultural relevance. This era wasn’t about refinement — it was about possibility — setting the stage for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet and a new vision for outdoor living.

EASY INSTALLATION AND LEVELING

BEYOND THE GRILL
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The Complete Outdoor Experience
In 2005, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet was established to evolve this legacy into something greater: a brand dedicated not just to grills, but to the complete outdoor culinary experience. The vision was clear — build the world’s highest-performing outdoor cooking and entertaining equipment, without compromise.From that moment forward, Kalamazoo didn’t chase trends. It created new categories and redefined the outdoor kitchen. From wood-fired Gaucho grills and artisan pizza ovens to integrated competition-grade smokers and a fully cohesive cabinetry and refrigeration system, the brand expanded outdoor cooking into a true culinary environment.

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EVERY DETAIL REFINED
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Evolution Without Compromise
At the center of it all remained the Hybrid Fire Grill — introduced decades earlier and still unrivaled today after more than 25 years. The grill that gave cooks complete freedom to work with gas, charcoal, or wood. Not as an option, but as a philosophy.Each innovation followed the same philosophy Lewis Bullard established more than a century earlier: solve real problems with intelligent engineering, and craft products worthy of pride.

DISCOVER THE HYBRID FIRE GRILL

120 YEARS LATER
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Made for the Moments that Matter
Today, every Kalamazoo product is still designed, engineered, and handcrafted in Michigan. Every weld, every component, every surface reflects 120 years of accumulated knowledge — refined for modern luxury living.Kalamazoo is not built for trends.It is built for people who understand performance.For those who believe cooking is a craft.And for those who know that the best of life unfolds over shared meals, lingering conversations and memories made with good company.

COOKED, PROVEN AND PERFECTED.

[H2] The Culinary Center

The Kalamazoo Culinary Center in Chicago is where design meets execution. Every product is put to the test through real recipes, techniques, and tools. It’s also where our team develops new ideas, hosts events, and refines what performance means in an outdoor kitchen.

MORE THAN COOKING

[H2] Built for Your Way of Life

Outdoor living is a mindset, one that values connection, creativity, and time well spent. We believe an outdoor kitchen is more than a feature — it’s the heart of gatherings and a natural extension of how people live. Every Kalamazoo product is made to support that vision, whether it’s a quiet dinner or a long afternoon by the fire with friends.