Outdoor Courtyard Design Ideas

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Melbourne with concrete pavers.
I like this wall. - vanessa_knott

Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard patio in Melbourne with no cover.
Possible white brick like house and I like the dark fence. - andrewcarlile

Pilcher Residential
This is an example of a contemporary courtyard patio in Sydney with no cover and tile.
bench seating outdoors looks good /jb - webuser_98472900

This walled Woollahra courtyard garden was built as an entry to a recently renovated house but also as a private relaxation space. Through a laser cut corten steel entry gate you get glimpses of a private oasis beyond. Its rich warm brown colour is perfectly matched with the new spotted gum decking on the porch and the feature downlight by the front door. Soft gravel and steeping stones outside and through the gate draw the visitor in adding a soft and organic feel. Three steps lead to a generous deck wrapping around a corner to reveal more space for entertaining and an outdoor lounge. Planted here is some Boston ivy that will grow up the wall and further green up the space creating a seasonal element with its autumn leaves. An eclectic and varied planting palette of different leaf shapes and colours creates texture and stands out against the white walls. Plants were also chosen for their hardiness and low maintenance requirements. Two Olives planted within the gravel provide a light canopy and a frangipani near the lounge will be great to sit under as it grows taller over the years. The resulting garden is not only a lovely entry for the residents and their visitors but also a spot where they can sit and relax.
Use of plants to soften the drop from deck - dallas_baird

Louise Roche - @villastyling
Inspiration for a tropical courtyard full sun garden for summer in Cairns with a garden path.
Path and plants in front of a spa - pjmagnifica

Patrick Redmond
Photo of a small contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Melbourne with a water feature.
קיר משולב למטבח - tzipi10

Photo of a tropical courtyard rectangular lap pool in Sydney.

Fatfish Photography
Beach style courtyard garden in Gold Coast - Tweed with a garden path and decking.
Panelling and stone garden as warming feature - dallas_baird

H Creations
Contemporary courtyard rectangular pool in Canberra - Queanbeyan with tile.
Planters and benches along back wall - andkel70

Chris Pryor
Design ideas for a large contemporary courtyard custom-shaped pool in Melbourne with a hot tub and concrete pavers.
A large, spacious pool for enthusiastic swimmers. - mumma_09

The double height ceiling gives much greater volume to the small courtyard space and allows for access for sight lines to the blue sky. All living spaces on both levels can engage with the courtyard. Photo credit- Ron Tan Photography
Seatiing area next to pool. Quite like this. - phildonnajones

Architects: B.E. Architecture Photographer: Derek Swalwell
Modern courtyard patio in Los Angeles with tile and no cover.
Log seat and planters on fence top - lia_maiorino

Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard partial sun garden in Sunshine Coast.
Like the focal point of a potted tree in the courtyard - louisa_webb

Design ideas for a large contemporary courtyard patio in Sydney with a roof extension and concrete pavers.
Ceiling - joe_pina

Photography - Mitch Franzi Photography Agent - Adam Cross NSW Real Estate Styling - Sapphire Living Interiors
This is an example of a modern courtyard patio in Other with decking and no cover.
turquoise cushions - webuser_231395564

Scandinavian courtyard patio in Geelong with with fireplace, concrete slab and no cover.
Bessa block fire surround - shellmatt

Photo of a contemporary courtyard rectangular lap pool in Gold Coast - Tweed with decking and a pool house.
Decking stones and grass around pool - whiskey2002

Design ideas for a tropical courtyard garden in Cairns.
LOVE the way the garden beds are the "cut outs"! - bianca_hyde