Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Melbourne with with fireplace and a roof extension.

Matching a Modern Home in Richmond

Outdoor Dreams

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern backyard patio in Richmond with with fireplace and natural stone pavers.

South Coast House

Acacia Joinery Pty Ltd

Architect: Fergus Scott Architects Builder: M & J Green Builders Acacia Joinery manufactured and supplied Australian hardwood timber windows and doors for this home on the South Coast, NSW.

Outdoor Living Space with Pool in Milton

Boyce Design + Build

The classic style covered cabana sits poolside and houses an impressive, outdoor, stacked stone, wood burning fireplace with wood storage, mounted tv, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and an outdoor living room perfect for hosting family and friends.

Urban Outdoor Living

Trevor 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.

Backyard living space photography project in Norwell, MA

Keitaro Yoshioka Photography

Backyard living space photography project in Norwell, MA Brickstone Masonry Inc Boston Design Guide Keitaro Yoshioka Photography
This is an example of a traditional backyard patio in Boston with with fireplace, brick pavers and no cover.

English Country House | Greenville, DE

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Photo of a small traditional side yard patio in Wilmington with brick pavers, a roof extension and with fireplace.

Desert Retreat

Friedman & Shields

Photo of a large contemporary backyard patio in Phoenix with tile, a roof extension and with fireplace.

Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville

RSU Contractors

This is an example of a large traditional backyard patio in Nashville with concrete slab, a roof extension and with fireplace.

Elegant Living

Landscape St. Louis, Inc.

Landscape St. Louis, Inc.
Traditional backyard patio in St Louis with brick pavers and with fireplace.

Sand Point Home Theater and Backyard Pavillion

Board & Vellum

This is an example of a large transitional backyard patio in Seattle with with fireplace, natural stone pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

Backyard Patio - Installed English Pavers

Down South Construction

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard patio in Other with a fire feature, with fireplace, natural stone pavers and an awning.

In harmony with nature

NEFERTARY

Photo of an industrial backyard patio in Denver with with fireplace, concrete pavers and a roof extension.

Dallas TX Multi-Faceted Outdoor Living Oasis

Archadeck of Northeast Dallas

The beauty and resiliency of a natural Travertine patio make it a perfect choice for any outdoor environment. With rich tones and inherent shade variations, its use adds warmth and elegance to any setting. This multi-faceted outdoor living combination space in Dallas by Archadeck of Northeast Dallas encompasses a covered patio space, expansive patio with overhead pergola, custom outdoor fireplace, outdoor kitchen and much more!

Designer's Sanctuary

DD Ford Construction

Photo of a large mediterranean patio in Santa Barbara with with fireplace and a pergola.

Pelham Place

Jo Cowen Architects

This is an example of a small traditional backyard patio in London with with fireplace and natural stone pavers.

Drendel Project

Lucy and Company

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Charlotte with with fireplace, natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Lake Oconee Residence

Architectural Collaborative

We designed this 3,162 square foot home for empty-nesters who love lake life. Functionally, the home accommodates multiple generations. Elderly in-laws stay for prolonged periods, and the homeowners are thinking ahead to their own aging in place. This required two master suites on the first floor. Accommodations were made for visiting children upstairs. Aside from the functional needs of the occupants, our clients desired a home which maximizes indoor connection to the lake, provides covered outdoor living, and is conducive to entertaining. Our concept celebrates the natural surroundings through materials, views, daylighting, and building massing. We placed all main public living areas along the rear of the house to capitalize on the lake views while efficiently stacking the bedrooms and bathrooms in a two-story side wing. Secondary support spaces are integrated across the front of the house with the dramatic foyer. The front elevation, with painted green and natural wood siding and soffits, blends harmoniously with wooded surroundings. The lines and contrasting colors of the light granite wall and silver roofline draws attention toward the entry and through the house to the real focus: the water. The one-story roof over the garage and support spaces takes flight at the entry, wraps the two-story wing, turns, and soars again toward the lake as it approaches the rear patio. The granite wall extending from the entry through the interior living space is mirrored along the opposite end of the rear covered patio. These granite bookends direct focus to the lake.

Charming in Lake Oswego

Rebecca Abraham Design

Inspiration for a small transitional side yard patio in Phoenix with with fireplace and no cover.

Pool House

Glenda Meads Architects

Transitional patio in Detroit with with fireplace and a gazebo/cabana.

Patio Design Ideas with with Fireplace

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!