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Mid-sized Outdoor Design Ideas

West University
West University
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignExterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
Carl Mayfield
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional partial sun driveway in Houston with natural stone pavers.
Modern Peace
Modern Peace
Koheid DesignKoheid Design
Design ideas for a mid-sized asian garden in Los Angeles.
Bay Hill - Gladin
Bay Hill - Gladin
Ashley Martin HomeAshley Martin Home
This is an example of a mid-sized backyard rectangular pool in Orlando with a hot tub and concrete pavers.
Modern Front Walk
Modern Front Walk
Big Rock LandscapingBig Rock Landscaping
Beautiful modern home in the hills of Lehi, Utah. Gorgeous views accented by tasteful modern design and details.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun driveway in Salt Lake City.
Waterfront Deck Living - Custom Privacy Screeninghangi
Waterfront Deck Living - Custom Privacy Screeninghangi
Decks & Patio CoversDecks & Patio Covers
Staggered height of the privacy screen soften the impact and make the flow to the main deck area welcoming.
Mid-sized beach style backyard deck in Seattle with no cover.
Spanish Style Pool Cabana in Santa Barbara
Spanish Style Pool Cabana in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Home DesignSanta Barbara Home Design
Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.
St. Helena, CA Residence
St. Helena, CA Residence
Weaver Design GroupWeaver Design Group
Mid-sized country backyard patio in San Francisco with tile.
Kessler Park Modern
Kessler Park Modern
Randy Angell DesignsRandy Angell Designs
The planning phase of this modern retreat was an intense collaboration that took place over the course of more than two years. While the initial design concept exceeded the clients' expectations, it also exceeded their budget beyond the point of comfort. The next several months were spent modifying the design, in attempts to lower the budget. Ultimately, the decision was made that they would hold off on the project until they could budget for the original design, rather than compromising the vision. About a year later, we repeated that same process, which resulted in the same outcome. After another year-long hiatus, we met once again. We revisited design thoughts, each of us bringing to the table new ideas and options. Each thought simply solidified the fact that the initial vision was absolutely what we all wanted to see come to fruition, and the decision was finally made to move forward. The main challenge of the site was elevation. The Southeast corner of the lot stands 5'6" above the threshold of the rear door, while the Northeast corner dropped a full 2' below the threshold of the door. The backyard was also long and narrow, sloping side-to-side and toward the house. The key to the design concept was to deftly place the project into the slope and utilize the elevation changes, without allowing them to dominate the yard, or overwhelm the senses. The unseen challenge on this project came in the form of hitting every underground issue possible. We had to relocate the sewer main, the gas line, and the electrical service; and since rock was sitting about 6" below the surface, all of these had to be chiseled through many feet of dense rock, adding to our projected timeline and budget. As you enter the space, your first stop is an outdoor living area. Smooth finished concrete, colored to match the 'Leuder' limestone coping, has a subtle saw-cut pattern aligned with the edges of the recessed fire pit. In small spaces, it is important to consider a multi-purpose approach. So, the recessed fire pit has been fitted with an aluminum cover that allows our client to set up tables and chairs for entertaining, right over the top of the fire pit. From here, it;s two steps up to the pool elevation, and the floating 'Leuder' limestone stepper pads that lead across the pool and hide the dam wall of the flush spa. The main retaining wall to the Southeast is a poured concrete wall with an integrated sheer descent waterfall into the spa. To bring in some depth and texture, a 'Brownstone' ledgestone was used to face both the dropped beam on the pool, and the raised beam of the water feature wall. The main water feature is comprised of five custom made stainless steel scuppers, supplied by a dedicated booster pump. Colored concrete stepper pads lead to the 'Ipe' wood deck at the far end of the pool. The placement of this wood deck allowed us to minimize our use of retaining walls on the Northeast end of the yard, since it drops off over three feet below the elevation of the pool beam. One of the most unique features on this project has to be the structure over the dining area. With a unique combination of steel and wood, the clean modern aesthetic of this structure creates a visual stamp in the space that standard structure could not accomplish. 4" steel posts, painted charcoal grey, are set on an angle, 4' into the bedrock, to anchor the structure. Steel I-beams painted in green-yellow color--aptly called "frolic"--act as the base to the hefty cedar rafters of the roof structure, which has a slight pitch toward the rear. A hidden gutter on the back of the roof sends water down a copper rain chain, and into the drainage system. The backdrop for both this dining area , as well as the living area, is the horizontal screen panel, created with alternating sizes of cedar planks, stained to a calm hue of dove grey.
Penthouse Terrace Pergola with Waterproof Louvred Roof
Penthouse Terrace Pergola with Waterproof Louvred Roof
Urban SkiesUrban Skies
This penthouse apartment situated in the heart of the capitol demanded a stunning and inviting roof garden to really give the client a stunning outside space in the ultimate Urban setting. Working with the Landscaper, we helped develop this amazing covered seating pergola. The design incorporated an extruded aluminium framework with motorised aluminium louvres to give the client shade control but to give the space weather protection. We then included remote operated LED perimeter lighting within the roof along with an integrated heater.
Arash
Arash
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
black pergola with dining area, turf, concrete steppers and landscaping.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern backyard patio in San Francisco with a container garden, concrete pavers and a pergola.
Rock Garden
Rock Garden
Forever Young LandscapeForever Young Landscape
This project took Place in Rancho Santa Margarita we converted a traditional back yard into a Beautiful rock garden with a birdbath and paver pad. We used a weed barrier underneath the pebble to ensure we don't have any weeds popping up in between the rocks anytime soon.
Roswell Outdoor Living Space
Roswell Outdoor Living Space
Iroko Properties LLCIroko Properties LLC
Convert the existing deck to a new indoor / outdoor space with retractable EZ Breeze windows for full enclosure, cable railing system for minimal view obstruction and space saving spiral staircase, fireplace for ambiance and cooler nights with LVP floor for worry and bug free entertainment
Sammamish HUS
Sammamish HUS
London Design BuildLondon Design Build
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo/cabana.
Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Dining Counter
Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Dining Counter
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A simple BBQ island w/ adjacent dining counter and deck is a great place to cook, dine, and entertain. BBQ island features a large format porcelain slab, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.
Modern Update to a Ranch Style Orinda Home Landscape
Modern Update to a Ranch Style Orinda Home Landscape
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern front yard full sun driveway in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.
Golf Course
Golf Course
Blooming VistasBlooming Vistas
Gorgeous modern landscape with clean lines and stunning detail.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern front yard full sun driveway in Dallas with with rock feature, gravel and a wood fence.
Gray Gables - Wrightsville Beach
Gray Gables - Wrightsville Beach
Tongue & Groove Design + BuildTongue & Groove Design + Build
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard screened-in verandah in Wilmington with a roof extension.
MODERN OUTDOOR LOUNGE AREA AND PERGOLA
MODERN OUTDOOR LOUNGE AREA AND PERGOLA
The Landscaping People, Inc.The Landscaping People, Inc.
Amazing outdoor Pergola mixing two types of roofing, SHADE and R-Blade with automatic louvers. Completed with beautiful and modern Outdoor Furniture and lighting. Creating an outdoor space for the perfect outdoor living experience.
Urban Outdoor Living
Urban Outdoor Living
Trevor Fulmer DesignTrevor Fulmer Design
To create a colonial outdoor living space, we gut renovated this patio, incorporating heated bluestones, a custom traditional fireplace and bespoke furniture. The space was divided into three distinct zones for cooking, dining, and lounging. Firing up the built-in gas grill or a relaxing by the fireplace, this space brings the inside out.
Metal Roof Extension Outdoor Entertain Areas
Metal Roof Extension Outdoor Entertain Areas
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Dallas with a fire feature and a roof extension.

Mid-sized Outdoor Design Ideas

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