Derek Makekau
Photo of a beach style backyard patio in Miami with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.

Design ideas for a beach style backyard patio in Sydney with concrete slab and a pergola.

Photo by Thomas Kuoh.
Contemporary deck in San Francisco with no cover.

Design ideas for a transitional verandah in Dallas with with fireplace and a roof extension.

Outdoor Patio under extended roof with skylights. Patio furniture includes an outdoor dining set, a wicker love seat and matching lounge chairs and an outdoor sisal rug.

Photo of a transitional deck in Other with a roof extension.

This is an example of a midcentury backyard patio in Denver with concrete slab and a pergola.

Inspiration for a midcentury detached shed and granny flat in New York.

This is an example of a country verandah in New York with decking and a roof extension.

Brantley Photography
Beach style verandah in Miami with a roof extension.

An additional challenge for the design team was to ensure that the kitchen would withstand the harsh Chicago elements; the countertop was done in honed granite and the cabinetry is marine-grade teak. To bring the modern design into harmony with the natural surroundings, a neutral palette was selected to complement the aesthetic inside the home without detracting from the lush green of the outdoor space.

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, concrete pavers and no cover.

Photo of a traditional patio in Santa Barbara with a fire feature.

Inspiration for a large modern backyard patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Design ideas for a large contemporary backyard patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, tile and no cover.

Outdoor table overlooking the pool with chaise lounge chairs completing the space.
Large mediterranean backyard patio in Phoenix with natural stone pavers and no cover.

This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard patio in Austin with concrete slab and a roof extension.

Inspiration for a large beach style backyard patio in Miami with tile, a roof extension and an outdoor kitchen.

Large beach style backyard patio in Houston with tile and a roof extension.