This backyard area is perfect for outdoor dinners and gatherings, bring the modern of the inside out!
Inspiration for a small modern backyard patio in Other with concrete slab and a roof extension.

Flagstone Patio with Custom Garden Beds

Ecology Artisans

Five months after install, we have nearly complete coverage by silver carpet (Dymondia margaretae). Very pleased how fast and flushed this came through. Looking forward to experimenting more with the possibilities. We also built the custom garden beds around the patio to provide non-compacted growing space for the client.

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De La Paz Masonry

Rigo Lua
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Prosise Project

Timberline Patio Covers

A cedar free-standing, gable style patio cover with beautiful landscaping and stone walkways that lead around the house. This project also has a day bed that is surrounded by landscaping and a water fountain.

Eclectic Traveler’s Resort

Everything Home

Every detail of this European villa-style home exudes a uniquely finished feel. Our design goals were to invoke a sense of travel while simultaneously cultivating a homely and inviting ambience. This project reflects our commitment to crafting spaces seamlessly blending luxury with functionality. --- Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/

Outdoor Kitchen Pizza Oven

Arcadia Gardens, LLC

A compact outdoor kitchen in St. Joseph, MI featuring a Stone Age Manufacturing pizza oven & kitchen kit, Fire Magic built in gas grill and Encore Lighting landscape lights, Canyon Stone Tumbled Pavers and natural stone veneer.

Oak Road Residence

Dillon Kyle Architects (DKA)

Built on open acreage, a lawn and pool court are the only formalized spaces; beyond the precinct of the buildings, the landscape was left relatively untouched. Casey Dunn Photography

Mill Valley Shingle Style Residence

David Ludwig - Architect

Lap pool showing curved glass wind screen built into pergola detailing. Bulls-eye round dormer window shown to left.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Dana Point

Altera Landscape

Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Photo of a large contemporary backyard patio in Orange County with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Wonderful Family Home with Room for Entertaining and Play

Accent Landscapes

Pavers are an outstanding complement to any landscape design. Sometimes referred to as paver stones, there are many sizes, shapes, and colors that are sure to suit varied style and taste. They can also turn what may have been an otherwise bland area into a focal point of the landscape. Another added benefit of pavers is that, when installed correctly, they are extremely durable and hold up to Colorado’s weather conditions exceptionally well. Pavers will not crack like concrete, and if repairs are ever needed, the individual pavers are able to be removed and replaced or reset, unlike concrete, which requires cutting and removing larger sections.

Sutch Project

Suzanne Nichols Design Group, Inc.

This close up of the summer kitchen area includes a casual dining space and lounge seating for perfect retreat.
Large modern backyard patio in Orlando with an outdoor kitchen, tile and a roof extension.

Fallston, Maryland - Pavilion

Lehnhoff's Landscaping, LLC.

This natural space showcasing the brick arched firebox and complimenting wood boxes with brick in-laid shelving helps create a space that anyone would love to relax.

Bellevue Modern Outdoor Living

Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLC

Ben Park, Marketeering Group
Inspiration for a large modern backyard patio in Seattle with concrete pavers and a roof extension.

Project of the Month: April 2016

TCP Custom Outdoor Living

This family wanted a contemporary structure that blended natural elements with with grays and blues. This is a unique structure that turned out beautifully. We went with powder coated 6x6 steel posts hiding all of the base and top plates creating a seamless transition between the structure and travertine flooring. Due to limitations on spacing we added a built-in granite table with matching powder coated steel frame. This created a unique look and practical application for dining seating. By adding a knee wall with cedar slats it created an intimate nook while keeping everything open. The modern fireplace and split style kitchen created a great use of space without making if feel crowded. Appliances: Fire Magic Diamond Echelon series 660 Grill RCS icemaker, 2 wine fridges and RCS storage doors and drawers 42” Heat Glo Dakota fireplace insert Cedar T&G ceiling clear coated with rope lighting Powder coated posts and granite table frame: Slate Gray Tile Selections: Accent Wall: Glass tile (Carisma Oceano Stick Glass Mosaic) Dark Tile: Prisma Griss Light Tile: Tessuto Linen Beige White Flooring: Light Ivory Travertine 3cm granite: Light: Santa Cecilia Dark: Midnight Grey Kitchen Appliances: 30" Fire Magic Diamond Series Echelon 660 2 - RCS wine fridges RCS storage doors and drawers Fire Place: 36" Dakota heat glo insert TK Images

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Flagg Coastal Homes

Entertaining Back yard Owen McGoldrick
Photo of a mid-sized beach style backyard patio in San Diego with natural stone pavers, a fire feature and a pergola.

Danville Backyard Retreat

TD Construction

Mike Curtis
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Skeet`r Beat`r motorized Insect Screens

Shutter Specialists LLC

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

ETW Pavilion

Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.

Gary Knaub
Photo of a large contemporary backyard patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Backyard Landscaping Design with Patio Paving Slabs

Techo-Bloc

This patio attached to a boardwalk was inspired by our Aberdeen slab! Versatile in its landscaping design, the Aberdeen slab can look traditional by installing it in modular patterns, integrating all its sizes. You can also achieve a contemporary look by having it installed it in linear patterns. Transform your landscape ideas into reality with the audacious Aberdeen!

Lake Forest Patio

Ruffolo Inc

Dan Rudnicki
Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, concrete pavers and no cover.

Turquoise Patio Design Ideas

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!