Our client, a young executive in the cosmetics industry, wanted to take advantage of a very large, empty space between her house and pool to create a beautiful and functional outdoor living space to entertain family and clients, and to hold business meetings. Gayler Design Build, in collaboration with Jeff Culbertson/Culbertson Durst Interiors, designed and built this gorgeous Outdoor Great Room. She needed a place that could accommodate a small group of 8 for Sunday brunch, to a large corporate gathering of 35 colleagues. She wanted the outdoor great room to be contemporary (so that it coordinated with the interior of her home), comfortable and inviting.   Clear span roof design allowed for maximum space underneath and heaters and fans were added for climate control, along with 2 TVs and a stereo system for entertaining. The bar seats 6, and has a large Fire Magic BBQ and 2 burner cooktop, 2 under counter refrigerators, a warming drawer and assorted cabinets and drawers.

Coastal with French Chateau Characteristics

Patrick Widing Custom Homes

Gazebo Haven

Peregrine Design Build

Citing its durability, Dekton countertops were chosen for the outdoor kitchen.

Los Altos Hills Estate

Karen Aitken and Associates

Photography by Anthony Halawa at Deleon Realty

Brewton Lane

Jeff Puckett Construction Inc

Regina Puckett

Kitchens

CounterKULTURE | Character Builders Corp.

Outdoor kitchen made with Handpressed Concrete Countertops and Patina steel.

Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters

Next Generation Custom Blinds

These home owners used Weatherwell Elite aluminum shutters to create privacy in their outdoor pavilion. The wood grain powder coat complements their rustic design scheme, and the operable louvers and bi-fold panels allow them to regulate the airflow.

Skaggs / BBQ Renovation

Element Landscape Construction

Outdoor Living Retreat

The Nelson Team

Amazing outdoor living space transformation including a full Begard paver patio, mossrock kitchen with gas grill, smoker, storage, warming station, and separate bar, in ground firepit, covered area with lights, fans, and exposed beams, as well as irrigation modification, seating wall, and full landscaping, and lighting

Outdoor Shower

RenovationPLUS

Patriot's Outdoor Kitchen

Bella Kitchen and Bath

Derrick and Kechia requested an outdoor kitchen and they needed it complete by the 4th of July; which happens to be Derrick's birthday! We used natural stacked stone for the faces of the island and grill structures and topped both with leathered steel grey granite countertops.

Outdoor Kitchen and Pool Area

The Lawn Butler

Construction by Lawn Butler Inc. Design and Photo by Carex Design Group

Outdoor Cabana - a private sanctuary

Weatherwell Elite - Aluminum Shutters

This outdoor cabana kitchen was turned into private sanctuary once the owners added Weatherwell Elite aluminum shutters. It gave them the flexibility to block the wind and the sun glare when needed, or open up to the view. It also created some much needed privacy from their neighbors. Now they can use their cabana 365 days a year.

Highlands Project

LandCrafters, LLC

The masonry grill station and adjoining bar added maximum entertaining value for our clients. The grill station is wrapped in Eden cut stone veneer with a detail sailor row of the home’s bricks. A thermal bluestone coping provides a clean uniform surface and matches the adjoining patio. Included within the grill station are a ProFire 48” gas grill, a double gas side-burner, a large Kamoda Joe grill, a pullout trash and recycling drawer and a double wet sink/bar station. The raised bar area provides ample casual dining space and view of the outdoor television under pavilion. A custom cedar trellis supports Sweet Autumn clematis and has integrated LED under-ledge lighting.

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

Kitchen Remodel- Mira Vista

Outdoor fireplace with stone columns and fire pit area with built in seating and planter boxes. Outdoor entertaining at its finest.

Simi Valley- Backyard

So Cal Builders & Design

Backyard remodeling. Project is including: Stamped cement patio. Build in BBQ with stone facing and color cement counter top. Fire pit with lava rocks, stone facing and custom capping. Aluminum patio cover.

Outdoor Kitchens

Millenium Stone Works

Pavillion with TV & seeker systems with an outdoor bbq area

Grey Patio Design Ideas with a Gazebo/Cabana

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!