Arlington Oasis

Melissa MacDonald, Landscape Architect

Outdoor kitchen with technology

1 Sound Choice

Picture this . . . A gentle breeze flowing around your new outdoor living space. Flat screen 4K TVs and speakers that surround your family and friends in a truly “cinematic” experience under the stars. A landscape of lights that softly, delicately and automatically illuminate your yard in serenity while you toast marshmallows with the kids in front of a cozy fireplace that intuitively takes the chill out of the late night air. Now just don’t imagine it. Bring it to life with some help from your friends at 1 Sound Choice.

Kandla Grey Indian Sandstone Paving

Nustone

Transform your garden or patio with one of the most popular options of grey Indian stone available! The medley of natural tones found within our Kandla Grey Sandstone provides a neutral and tasteful backdrop to any garden or patio. This choice of garden paving offers the charm and appeal that only Indian sandstone can offer with each paver featuring its own unique tones formed naturally over thousands of years, promising your garden or patio a finish filled with character! Choose from a naturally riven surface texture or a smooth, sawn & honed option to find the right style of garden paving for you! Grey Indian sandstone paving slabs will stand the test of time even in harsh weather and are suited to the British climate to offer a robust and long-lasting paving option which will last for decades. All of our products are designed for exterior use and riven surface textures will help to retain extra grip underfoot. Our sandstone paving is also frost-resistant, helping to keep your paving looking it’s best all year round If you have any questions or would like a free quote, one of our experts would be happy to help! Speak to a member of our team on 01206 700 599 or email us at support@nustone.co.uk.

Coastal IRB Outdoor Kitchen

McCabinet

RUSS-D Photography

10577 Chalk Hill Road, Healdsburg, CA

Paulina Perrault Interiors

Back Yard Get-Away

Pony Lawncare and Landscaping

Paver patio with natural stone seat wall and pillars. Pergola is built with reclaimed wood.

Hillside Farmhouse

JMA (Jim Murphy and Associates)

Home built by JMA (Jim Murphy and Associates); designed by Howard Backen, Backen Gillam & Kroeger Architects. Interior design by Jennifer Robin Interiors. Photo credit: Tim Maloney, Technical Imagery Studios. This warm and inviting residence, designed in the California Wine Country farmhouse vernacular, for which the architectural firm is known, features an underground wine cellar with adjoining tasting room. The home’s expansive, central great room opens to the outdoors with two large lift-n-slide doors: one opening to a large screen porch with its spectacular view, the other to a cozy flagstone patio with fireplace. Lift-n-slide doors are also found in the master bedroom, the main house’s guest room, the guest house and the pool house. A number of materials were chosen to lend an old farm house ambience: corrugated steel roofing, rustic stonework, long, wide flooring planks made from recycled hickory, and the home’s color palette itself.

Landscape Containers, Planters and Pottery

Architectural Pottery

L shaped Patio Kitchen

The Garden District

The classic L Shape BBQ & Bar Combo with avellana faux stacked stone and granite counter-top work well with the country classic French pattern travertine. The elegant feel is completed with a podocarpus landscape hedge for privacy and greenery to soften the hardscapes. When designed properly a small space can turn into your very own private resort.

Bellevue-Charmingly Formal

Sage and Stone LLC

Coronado Backyard Pavers and Seating Area

Classic Home Improvements

This Coronado exterior project had multicolored pavers installed by Classic Home Improvements. Now being able to get optimal use of this outdoor space by the beach. An alternative to concrete, pavers are a great way to increase the value of your home while having the opportunity of different styles and patterns of pavers, Photos by John Gerson. www.choosechi.com

Outdoor Fireplaces ans Fire Pits

Austin Outdoor Living Group

Bench and Gravel Path through Pollinator Garden

Regenesis Ecological Design

A gently curving decomposed granite gravel pathway leads to an inviting custom stone concrete bench in this pollinator haven,

Patio

Sunset Construction & Design

Today, almost any activity you enjoy inside your home you can bring to the outside. Depending on your budget, your outdoor room can be simple, with a stamped concrete patio, a grill and a table for dining, or more elaborate with a fully functional outdoor kitchen complete with concrete countertops for preparing and serving food, a sink and a refrigerator. You can take the concept even further by adding such amenities as a concrete pizza oven, a fireplace or fire-pit, a concrete bar-top for serving cocktails, an architectural concrete fountain, landscape lighting and concrete statuary. Cooking Something to cook with, such as a barbecue grill or wood-fired pizza oven, and countertops for food preparation and serving are key elements in a well-designed outdoor kitchen. Concrete countertops offer the advantages of weather resistance and versatility, since they can be formed into any shape you desire to suit the space. A coat of sealer will simplify cleanup by protecting your countertop from stains. Other amenities, such as concrete bar-tops and outdoor sinks with plumbing, can expand your entertainment options. Hearth Wood-burning or gas fireplaces, fire pits, chimineas and portable patio heaters extend the enjoyment of outdoor living well into the evening while creating a cozy conversation area for people to gather around. Perhaps you have realized there is more to life than work and gathering around a TV at the end of the day. A custom-built, outdoor living area allows you to entertain friends, spend time with your family or just unwind after a long day. Our customers all agree, a custom built outdoor living area brings people together. With the addition of a patio cover or pergola, your backyard and landscape can be transformed into a scenic extension of your residence or even a luxurious entertainment area. Our services have made possible the creation of outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, shady playgrounds, spas, arts studios, reading havens and living rooms. Greg Perger

Arbor and Outdoor Kitchen in Las Colinas

Compass Outdoor Design

Photo Cred- Click Photography

Stacked Stone L-Shaped Kitchen

Fischman Outdoor Kitchens

Wood Pergola

Dreamscape Designers Landscape Company

Patio and pergola complete as an entertainment area

Backyard Spa Privacy Wall

HideAway Screens

The homeowner wanted to create an enclosure around their built-in hot tub to add some privacy. The contractor, Husker Decks, designed a privacy wall with alternating materials. The aluminum privacy screen in 'River Rock' mixed with a horizontal wood wall in a rich stain blend to create a privacy wall that blends perfectly into the homeowner's backyard space and style.

Small Backyard Transformation

Exscape Designs

Brown 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!