Nat Kay, www.natkay.com
Design ideas for a large modern backyard patio in Toronto with a gazebo/cabana, a fire feature and concrete pavers.

Graham

Pools Plus LLC.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

San Juan Capistrano

Mile X Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a transitional backyard patio in Orange County with concrete slab and a gazebo/cabana.

Solid Alumnawood Patio for your new outdoor living!

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PATIOS

Large transitional backyard patio with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Walnut Creek Hang Out

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Steve Lambert
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, concrete pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

The Pizza Pavillion

American Stone

Photo of a mid-sized country backyard patio in Portland with natural stone pavers, an outdoor kitchen and a gazebo/cabana.

Aberdeen

Boulevard Concrete

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Orange County with a fire feature, decking and a gazebo/cabana.

Backyard / Patio

JL Rowley Contracting Inc.

Photo of a large traditional backyard patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, concrete pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

Biarritz

Melian Randolph

Martín García Pérez
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style patio in Madrid with a gazebo/cabana, tile and with fireplace.

Remodeling Project 4

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

This lake home remodeling project involved significant renovations to both the interior and exterior of the property. One of the major changes on the exterior was the removal of a glass roof and the installation of steel beams, which added structural support to the building and allowed for the creation of a new upper-level patio. The lower-level patio also received a complete overhaul, including the addition of a new pavilion, stamped concrete, and a putting green. The exterior of the home was also completely repainted and received extensive updates to the hardscaping and landscaping. Inside, the home was completely updated with a new kitchen, a remodeled upper-level sunroom, a new upper-level fireplace, a new lower-level wet bar, and updated bathrooms, paint, and lighting. These renovations all combined to turn the home into the homeowner's dream lake home, complete with all the features and amenities they desired. Helman Sechrist Architecture, Architect; Marie 'Martin' Kinney, Photographer; Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. General Contractor.

Menuha Beach Retreat

ID.ology Interiors & Design

Ryan Theede Photography
Photo of a beach style backyard patio in Charleston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

Pacific Street Landscape

New Eco Landscapes

Inspiration for a large contemporary backyard patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo/cabana.

Outdoor Alfresco Kitchens

Kitchens by Matric

Outdoor BBQ alfresco kitchen display featured at BBQ's & Outdoor Melbourne. This display is 2 meters long, featuring a black and stainless steel 4 burner Beefeater barbecue, black Rhino bar fridge, a bank of 3 drawers with soft close and a 2 door cupboard with a shelf. Complete with solid backs, bases and matching end panels to support the 40mm Caesarstone benchtop that encapsulates the barbecue. This unit is available from Kitchens by Matric and can be installed in a covered alfresco area, meeting and exceeding Australian fire safety standards.

George

User

With an impressive double-volume entrance setting the tone, this ‘modern natural’ home design combines contemporary and natural materials as effectively as it combines form and function. The zoned layout unfolds from the entrance hub, providing a separate living space for adult children and a secluded master bedroom wing, as well as an office/home theatre and family living, dining and kitchen area. There’s a large underground garage and store – all incredibly practical, all designed to embrace the site’s northern orientation. This is an elegant home too, with a cohesive form that brings natural materials like stone and timber together with a modern colour palette and render, creating overlapping planes and an unmistakably sophisticated ambiance.

Custom Covered California Fireplace and TV Cabinet (Zionsville, IN)

BPI Outdoor Living

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard patio in Indianapolis with a fire feature, concrete slab and a gazebo/cabana.

Backyard Oasis - Buckhead

Innovative Design Build

This North Buckhead project included refinishing the pool, adding a spa, and replacing the surround, stairs and existing gazebo. We used the gazebo space to create an outdoor kitchen and lounge pavilion, and we added a putting green.T he style combines the sophistication of the large Buckhead home with it’s beautiful woodsy surroundings. Stone is prominent throughout the pavilion/gazebo, adding a bit of rustic style. The vaulted ceiling is composed of rich cedar boards and contains plenty of lights that can be adjusted for the mood.

Skaggs / BBQ Renovation

Element Landscape Construction

Design ideas for a small transitional backyard patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

Outdoor Living Retreat

The Nelson Team

Amazing outdoor living space transformation including a full Begard paver patio, mossrock kitchen with gas grill, smoker, storage, warming station, and separate bar, in ground firepit, covered area with lights, fans, and exposed beams, as well as irrigation modification, seating wall, and full landscaping, and lighting

Project of the Month: September 2017

TCP Custom Outdoor Living

This freestanding covered patio with an outdoor kitchen and fireplace is the perfect retreat! Just a few steps away from the home, this covered patio is about 500 square feet. The homeowner had an existing structure they wanted replaced. This new one has a custom built wood burning fireplace with an outdoor kitchen and is a great area for entertaining. The flooring is a travertine tile in a Versailles pattern over a concrete patio. The outdoor kitchen has an L-shaped counter with plenty of space for prepping and serving meals as well as space for dining. The fascia is stone and the countertops are granite. The wood-burning fireplace is constructed of the same stone and has a ledgestone hearth and cedar mantle. What a perfect place to cozy up and enjoy a cool evening outside. The structure has cedar columns and beams. The vaulted ceiling is stained tongue and groove and really gives the space a very open feel. Special details include the cedar braces under the bar top counter, carriage lights on the columns and directional lights along the sides of the ceiling. Click Photography

Aptos Outdoor Kitchen

Precision Point Construction

This is an example of a large transitional backyard patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Grey Patio Design Ideas with a Gazebo/Cabana

A patio is a paved outdoor area that adjoins a house, and is a popular addition to Australian and New Zealand homes. Not only is it yet another place to enjoy the great outdoors, but it can also save you time and money on landscaping. Often seen as an extension of the indoor living space, patios and courtyards can serve multiple functions. If you add outdoor furniture such as lounge chairs and a sofa, a barbecue or outdoor kitchen and a dining table and chairs, you can use them for entertaining, cooking, dining, and relaxing. Browse the Photos on Houzz for courtyard and patio designs to see how you can best utilise your existing outdoor area.

What materials should I use to construct my patio?

Stone pavers and bricks are the most common surface materials used for patios, while concrete, tiles and gravel are also popular. Stone paving is usually at the top end of the price bracket, but is highly durable and the most natural-looking of the surface materials available. Brick patios, on the other hand, are relatively easy to lay, and provide a warm, rich colour that can complement traditional homes. Concrete patios are one of the least expensive to build and are also very durable, while gravel is quick and easy to install. You will also need to decide whether you want your patio covered or left uncovered. You can add roofing if you plan on using the space regularly, or opt for a pergola, trellis or umbrella for shade instead. Patio enclosures, usually made from glass or mesh screens, can also transform your space into an outdoor room.

What outdoor patio furniture and decor should I include?

A patio can be so much more than just a paved slab, if you add the right additions. An outdoor kitchen and bar will help make the space the life of the party, while high-quality, low-slung chairs will make you want to stay outside for longer. If you have the budget, you may even consider adding a spa or pool. To make it the ideal al fresco area even when temperatures drop, a fire pit or fireplace will be able to keep you and your company toasty warm. To entice you and your guests into the space, make some room for greenery, even if you just a place a pot plant atop a table. It will help tie in the area to the surrounding garden. Fairy lights, garden torches and citronella candles will also help set the mood and keep the mozzies at bay, while soft furnishings such as waterproof rugs, pillows and chair cushions will add personality. For something striking, consider adding a water feature or wall garden. If you're ready to hire a landscape professional to help you with the job, browse our directory here!