The great room flows onto the large lanai through pocketing glass doors creating a seamless indoor outdoor experience. On the lanai teak daybeds imported from Bali face each other with custom blue covers and throw pillows in blue with coral motifs, the rectangular pool is complete with an aqua lounge, built-in spa, and a swim up bar at the outdoor BBQ. The flooring is a gray ceramic tile, the pool coping is natural puka pavers, The house a combination of traditional plantation style seen in the white board and batten walls, with a modern twist seen in the wood framed glass doors, thick square exposed tails and ebony stained square posts supporting the overhangs.

Oakwood Design-Build Outdoor Space

Bonner Landscape Contractors

Rodriguez Home

American Landscape Structures

Pool House

Boyce Design + Build

This gorgeous multi-level pool and flag stone patio houses a spa and water slide on the terrace level with stacked stone steps leading down to the pool house which features an open air cabana, outdoor fireplace, custom pizza oven, dining area, bathroom and storage room. The lower level includes a custom fire pit and manicured lawn.

Pool Cabana

Total Living Concepts

Nat Kay, www.natkay.com

Snack Shack

Scott E. Redfearn, Inc.

Bluestone Patio with Snapped Bluestone seating wall and stairs

Mufson Landscape, Pool & Design

Installed bluestone patio with snapped bluestone seating wall and steps

Outdoor Pavillion/Kitchen

Randall Smith Construction

Coombs property

Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.

Alderwood Landscape

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Outdoor Gazebo with Built-in BBQ

Cal Green Remodeling

Tan aHigh end Hexagon gazebo and kitchen in Morgan Hill California. This custom outdoor kitchen/gazebo was custom designed to be functional and durable while matching the existing house to the T. It features a stylish hexagon shape accented with regal concrete pillars that match the main dwelling perfectly. This gazebo was built to last with its modern composite tile roof and streamline camouflage gutter system that directs the rain into an underground drainage system. Custom designed to be a functional living space it features built-in refrigerator, built-in stainless-steel BBQ, Granite Countertops, Stainless outdoor sink, pullout trash and recycling, storage area with stainless steel doors, canned lights, XL Granite Island, vaulted wood plank ceiling, electric ceiling mounted heaters for chili evenings, a beautiful gold chandelier centerpiece, and stamped concrete flooring. This outdoor kitchen/gazebo was custom designed and built by Cal Green Remodeling

Open Gable Pool House

Heartlands Building Company

A pool side outdoor room with an open gable. This project features a beautiful gas fireplace, a custom stamped concrete patio, sitting walls, and an outdoor kitchen. The outdoor kitchen includes: - A Kamado Joe - A Napoleon built in grill - Fire Magic cabinets - A True Fridge - True fridge/freezer drawers - Granite tops and a natural stone base

Vue de Catalina

Bianchi Design

These clients decided to make this home their Catalina Mountain homestead, after living abroad for many years. The prior yard enclosed only a small portion of their available property, and a wall obstructed their city lights view of northern Tucson. We expanded the yard outward to take advantage of the space and to also integrate the topography change into a 360 vanishing edge pool. The home previously had log columns in keeping with a territorial motif. To bring it up to date, concrete cylindrical columns were put in their place, which allowed us to expand the shaded locations throughout the yard in an updated way, as seen by the new retractable canvas shade structures. Constructed by Mike Rowland, you can see how well he pulled off the projects precise detailing of Bianchi's Design. Note the cantilevered concrete steps, the slot of fire in the midst of the spa, the stair treads that don't quite touch the adjacent walls, and the columns that float just above the pool water.

Luxury Outdoor Sports Bar

User

Pembrooke Fine Landscapes designed and built this outdoor sports pavilion in East Hampton, NY. The custom designed space include a full kitchen, fireplace, USTA standard tennis court and heated unite pool and spa. The kitchen features several high-end elements including a kegerator, wine refrigerator, ice maker, grill, dishwasher and full stove. The pavilon is fully integrated with a Lutron entertainment system for all of the TVs. The audio and video can stream movies, music and TV. The space also features an changing area, bathroom and outdoor shower.

Fire Features

Nansemond Precast Concrete

Rustic Style Fire Feature - Techo-Bloc's Valencia Fire Pit with custom caps.

Outdoor Dream Kitchen

Distinctive Remodeling, LLC

This cabana is truly outdoor living at its best. An outdoor kitchen beside the outdoor living room and pool. With aluminum shutters to block the hot western sun, fans to move the air, and heaters for cool evenings, make the space extremely comfortable. This has become the most used room "in" the house.

Collierville TN Outdoor Living

Landscape Creations Inc.

Landscape Creations, Inc. Cedar Covered Patio with outdoor fireplace, stone columns, stone wood storage, stone outdoor kitchen with gas grill and green egg, and stone bar. Stamped decorative concrete and washed limestone concrete.

Custom Work

Gwc Decorative Concrete

Falls Church Pavilion with Stone Column Bases

Core Outdoor Living

Freestanding pavilion with stone column bases over a concrete paver patio. Located in Falls Church, VA

Large 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!