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Photo of a large mediterranean backyard verandah in Houston with a pergola and natural stone pavers.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary courtyard patio in Melbourne with a pergola and a container garden.

Nathalie Priem
This is an example of a small contemporary backyard garden in London with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Berkshire with decking.

Photos by Katrine Mardini
Photo of a contemporary courtyard patio in Sydney.

Mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a roof extension.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in St Louis with a roof extension and stamped concrete.

This is an example of a large contemporary backyard patio in DC Metro with a roof extension and concrete pavers.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in London with a container garden, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Stunning contemporary coastal home which saw native emotive plants soften the homes masculine form and help connect it to it's laid back beachside setting. We designed everything externally including the outdoor kitchen, pool & spa. Architecture by Planned Living Architects Construction by Powda Constructions Photography by Derek Swalwell

Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Inspiration for a mid-sized industrial backyard deck in Other with an awning.

Inspiration for a contemporary backyard patio in Melbourne with concrete pavers and a pergola.

Custom Home in Jackson Hole, WY Paul Warchol Photography
Small country backyard deck in Other with a container garden and no cover.

This is an example of a beach style deck in Melbourne.

This inner-city garden was designed to meet the needs of a young family who like to entertain but still required solutions for storage and off street parking. Key to the design was connecting the two different areas of the lower courtyard with the upper carstand area. A solution was obtained through constructing an intermediate landing with built in seating and a new gas BBQ. An open style steel balustrade allows for safety between the two areas and visually takes full advantage of the depth of the property. All-weather protection provided by retractable awnings to both upper and lower areas ensures year round enjoyment. Sliding doors in the garage help the generous storage recede into the design. Spotted gum hardwood timber decking extends the internal areas outside and the wrap around steps further connect the spaces by providing an inviting entry to the BBQ area. A large floating timber bench seat is both practical and breaks up the large retaining wall to the upper carport. A grey and white colour palette provides a sophisticated look whilst highlighting punctuations of playful colour and contemporary styling to link the children’s play areas with the home.

Transitional patio in Dallas with with fireplace and a pergola.

Inspiration for a country patio in Boston with with fireplace and a roof extension.

Photo credit: Laurey W. Glenn/Southern Living
Inspiration for a beach style verandah in Jacksonville with decking and a roof extension.

Photo of a beach style backyard patio in Other with concrete pavers and a roof extension.