Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Outdoor Dream Kitchen

Distinctive Remodeling, LLC

This cabana is truly outdoor living at its best. An outdoor kitchen beside the outdoor living room and pool. With aluminum shutters to block the hot western sun, fans to move the air, and heaters for cool evenings, make the space extremely comfortable. This has become the most used room "in" the house.

Jourdan Way Residence

DDLA Design Landscape Architecture

Located in the Preston Hollow neighborhood of Dallas, Texas, this project creates a welcoming driveway and arrival area that leads to a relaxing outdoor living area with natural pool shape with bluestone decks and unique boulders. The garden also features a covered pavilion, fireplace, decorative iron gates, steps stones, lush landscaping and shade arbor. Completed with Naud Burnett & Partners.

Pergolas, Pavilions and Gazebos Gallery

Raber Patio Enclosure & Furniture

Pavilions have a pitched roof design, more like a traditional house. They don't have walls, and are framed with posts. We can customize many things about the pavilions to fit your style and taste.

Chico Poolside Pavillion

Airehart Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a large modern backyard patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo/cabana and stamped concrete.

Breckenridge Timber Accent

Savage Architecture, Inc.

Designed as a spec home for a speedy sale, the Breckenridge Timber Accent Home offered a familiar yet transitional mountain style architecture within an amenity-rich atmosphere found in the Highlands at Breckenridge neighborhood. Since then the home has blossomed with its new Owners who have added an exceptional parlor room, loft, study, fireplace, heavy timber gazebo, linear stone fire pit and natural stone patio finishes with immaculate landscaping throughout!

Lakeview Outdoor Living

Mullin

Photo of a transitional backyard patio in New Orleans with a water feature, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Bethlehem project

Atlantic RIDGE LANDSCAPE

Custom pavilion including a cedar wood ceiling with full outdoor kitchen with granite countertops, outdoor tv, stamped concrete patio and surrounded by lush landscaping and custom boulder work.

Free Standing Cabana

Compass Outdoor Design

When we first met with these clients, they provided us with a very specific idea of what they wanted to create. The limitations of that project came into play with city build line restrictions which meant modifying the space. In the end, the result is a nice area to lounge by the pool, enjoy coffee in the mornings, and grill with your friends and family. We built up the new stamped concrete to the height of the first steps of the pool deck and tied it all in, removing the flagstone. The outdoor kitchen area is the same as the full size selection on the fireplace and columns. Behind the kitchen is a small bar height sitting area and stone foot rest for guests. The tongue and groove ceiling ties in well with the dark stain cedar wrapped posts and beams to create a cozy rustic finish. We offset the fireplace towards the back to maximize walk space for furniture. The small bench walls flanking each side of the fireplace not only provide definition to the area but also allow for extra seating without adding furniture pieces. The ceiling heaters provide additional heat for those nights when you need to take the chill out of the air.

Custom Cedar Patio Cover

Marks Builders

Custom Solid Cedar Patio Cover with Tongue & Groove Ceiling and exposed rafters.
Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts backyard patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Zen Patio at the "Chi House"

Jennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui Style

We Feng Shui'ed and designed this 8 unit Furnished Corporate Rental in San Jose, CA. With respect to Feng Shui, all the colors we used are pumping up specific areas for the owner as well as the guests.

Aptos Outdoor Kitchen

Precision Point Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional backyard patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Seggren

John Pack Custom Pools

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo/cabana and stamped concrete.

The Rainier

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts courtyard patio in Seattle with with fireplace, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Pool Side Covered Patio and Fireplace

Heartlands Building Company

A pool house with a stamped concrete patio, open webbed gable, and a fireplace.
Photo of a mid-sized backyard patio in St Louis with with fireplace, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Project of the Month: April 2018

TCP Custom Outdoor Living

The homeowner wanted a hill country style outdoor living space larger than their existing covered area. The main structure is now 280 sq ft with a 9-1/2 feet long kitchen complete with a grill, fridge & utensil drawers. The secondary structure is 144 sq ft with a gas fire pit lined with crushed glass. The swing by the fire pit is a newly made replica of a swing the husband had made in wood shop in high school over 50 years ago. The flooring is stamped concrete in a wood bridge plank pattern. TK IMAGES

Focus on Natural Materials

OMNIA Group Architects

What happens when everything and everyone comes together? This project, an outdoor living and entertainment environment anchored by an OMNIA Group Architects designed poolhouse, is a perfect example of synergy of client and a team of skilled and talented professionals and craftsman. It started with a sophisticated client looking to put in a pool - but they wanted something special and the form they decided on was a beautiful shape which blended the shapes of their land, the sun and the existing house structure (also designed by OMNIA Group Architects.) The client had toyed with the idea of a cabana / pool house of some sort and contacted us to design it. We worked together to create an indoor - outdoor experience of infinite flexibility. Featuring folding walls of glass (www.nanawall.com) this wood and stone and stucco structure seamlessly blends formality and a sleek nature inspired modern character. This essence is enhanced by neutral hues which reflect the colors of the home and the pool decking. These neutrals are punctuated by natural wood browns and subtle greens on the cabinetry. The poolhouse is comprised of an encloseable dining space, an arbor capped living space which features a fireplace for cooler fall nights, a dressing area with washer dryer and ingenious OMNIA Group Architects designed cabinetry for towels and storage and finally a cool simple powder room. A typical example of the melding of features is how the vertical grain of the grass colored bamboo bar cabinet doors mimic the tall modern grasses specified by the landscape designer, Landscape Design Group. The pool was designed and built by Armond Pools. THe project is located in Skippack, Pennsylvania.

Pool Cabana

Elite Custom Homes

Design ideas for a large mediterranean backyard patio in Other with with fireplace, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Tioga Pool

Caprock Hardscape Supply

Photo of a large backyard patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Patios and decks

Euro Fe Remodeling

An old world style patio, blended to meld with a southwestern style home. David Allison
Inspiration for a large arts and crafts backyard patio in Albuquerque with a water feature, stamped concrete and a gazebo/cabana.

Patio Design Ideas with Stamped Concrete and 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!