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Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Sunshine Coast with tile and a roof extension.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Brisbane with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a gazebo/cabana.

Kaimana

Innovative Design and Build Group

This is an example of a modern patio in Brisbane with tile and a roof extension.

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

Plunkett Homes Banjup Display Home

Instant Gardens

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Perth with tile and a pergola.

Modern Design and Outdoor Living

Freestyle Interiors

This is an example of a large modern backyard patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Modern Lakeview

Sophisticate Interiors

This is an example of an expansive contemporary backyard patio in Los Angeles with tile and a roof extension.

Fishhawk Ranch

Ryan Hughes Design

The screened, open plan kitchen and media room offer space for family and friends to gather while delicious meals are prepared using the Fire Magic grill and Big Green Egg ceramic charcoal grill; drinks are kept cool in the refrigerator by Perlick. Plenty of room for everyone to comfortably relax on the sectional sofa by Patio Renaissance. The tile backsplash mirrors the fireplace’s brick face, providing visual continuity across the outdoor spaces.

Villa des Cimes

Nathalie Odiot Architecture d'Intérieur

Photo of a large mediterranean front yard patio in Other with a container garden, tile and a pergola.

Complete Renovation - Hollywood Hills

Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional backyard patio in Los Angeles with tile and a roof extension.

Ozarks Neo Prairie

Hobbs' Ink, LLC

This is an example of a contemporary patio in Little Rock with with fireplace, tile and a roof extension.

Lake views all the way around

Sassafras Designs LLC

Inspiration for a contemporary backyard patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a pergola.

Outdoor Oasis

Brickhouse Construction, LLC

This is an example of a transitional backyard patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Nouveaux horizons - Terrasse

Stéphane Larcin - Concepteur - Paysagiste

Révéler et magnifier les vues sur l'horizon parisien grâce au végétal et créer des espaces de détente et de vie en lien avec l'architecture intérieure de l'appartement : telles sont les intentions majeures de ce projet de toit-terrasse.

Arcadia - Phoenix II

Merit Landworks

Mid-sized country backyard patio in Phoenix with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a pergola.

Skylake Residence

Agsia Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Miami with tile and a roof extension.

Indoor/Outdoor Spaces

Bertolami Interiors

Bertolami Interiors, Summit Landscape Development
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a pergola.

Expansive Two-Story Custom Home

BUILD

A custom-made expansive two-story home providing views of the spacious kitchen, breakfast nook, dining, great room and outdoor amenities upon entry. Featuring 11,000 square feet of open area lavish living this residence does not disappoint with the attention to detail throughout. Elegant features embellish this home with the intricate woodworking and exposed wood beams, ceiling details, gorgeous stonework, European Oak flooring throughout, and unique lighting. This residence offers seven bedrooms including a mother-in-law suite, nine bathrooms, a bonus room, his and her offices, wet bar adjacent to dining area, wine room, laundry room featuring a dog wash area and a game room located above one of the two garages. The open-air kitchen is the perfect space for entertaining family and friends with the two islands, custom panel Sub-Zero appliances and easy access to the dining areas. Outdoor amenities include a pool with sun shelf and spa, fire bowls spilling water into the pool, firepit, large covered lanai with summer kitchen and fireplace surrounded by roll down screens to protect guests from inclement weather, and two additional covered lanais. This is luxury at its finest!

California Dreaming

Kingswood Custom Homes

Transitional patio in Charlotte with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Plunkett Homes Banjup Display Home

Instant Gardens

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Perth with tile and a pergola.

All Covers Patio Design Ideas with Tile

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!