Contemporary Patio Ideas and Designs

Pinnacle Canyon Southwest Contemporary
Pinnacle Canyon Southwest Contemporary
ArchitecTor, PCArchitecTor, PC
Expansive contemporary back patio in Phoenix with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Chiswick House - coming soon
Chiswick House - coming soon
Bastet Design HouseBastet Design House
Photo of a small contemporary patio in London with a fire feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Bella Vista Display Home
Bella Vista Display Home
Horizon HomesHorizon Homes
Jack’s Point is Horizon Homes' new display home at the HomeQuest Village in Bella Vista in Sydney. Inspired by architectural designs seen on a trip to New Zealand, we wanted to create a contemporary home that would sit comfortably in the streetscapes of the established neighbourhoods we regularly build in. The gable roofline is bold and dramatic, but pairs well if built next to a traditional Australian home. Throughout the house, the design plays with contemporary and traditional finishes, creating a timeless family home that functions well for the modern family. On the ground floor, you’ll find a spacious dining, family lounge and kitchen (with butler’s pantry) leading onto a large, undercover alfresco and pool entertainment area. A real feature of the home is the magnificent staircase and screen, which defines a formal lounge area. There’s also a wine room, guest bedroom and, of course, a bathroom, laundry and mudroom. The display home has a further four family bedrooms upstairs – the primary has a luxurious walk-in robe, en suite bathroom and a private balcony. There’s also a private upper lounge – a perfect place to relax with a book. Like all of our custom designs, the display home was designed to maximise quality light, airflow and space for the block it was built on. We invite you to visit Jack’s Point and we hope it inspires some ideas for your own custom home.
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Outdoor kitchen in Colchester, Essex
Outdoor kitchen in Colchester, Essex
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Samuel Moore, owner of Consilium Hortus, is renowned for creating beautiful, bespoke outdoor spaces which are designed specifically to meet his client’s tastes. Taking inspiration from landscapes, architecture, art, design and nature, Samuel meets briefs and creates stunning projects in gardens and spaces of all sizes. This recent project in Colchester, Essex, had a brief to create a fully equipped outdoor entertaining area. With a desire for an extension of their home, Samuel has created a space that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons. A louvered pergola covers the full length of the back of the house. Despite being a permanent structural cover, the roof, which can turn 160 degrees, enables the sun to be chased as it moves throughout the day. Heaters and lights have been incorporated for those colder months, so those chillier days and evenings can still be spent outdoors. The slatted feature wall, not only matches the extended outdoor table but also provides a backdrop for the Outdoor Kitchen drawing out its Iroko Hardwood details. For a couple who love to entertain, it was obvious that a trio of cooking appliances needed to be incorporated into the outdoor kitchen design. Featuring our Gusto, the Bull BBQ and the Deli Vita Pizza Oven, the pair and their guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to alfresco dining. The addition of our single outdoor fridge also ensures that glasses are never empty, whatever the tipple.
Earl Street
Earl Street
SK DesignSK Design
Photo of a contemporary patio in Toronto with a bbq area.
the elemental
the elemental
Ashwin ArchitectsAshwin Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Bengaluru with concrete slabs and a pergola.
ILE D'OLERON
ILE D'OLERON
Atelier Nadège NariAtelier Nadège Nari
Contemporary patio in Other.
Primrose Hill, NW1
Primrose Hill, NW1
PearTree HomesPearTree Homes
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in London with a potted garden, natural stone paving and no cover.
Saguaro Forest
Saguaro Forest
Stonecreek Building Company, Inc.Stonecreek Building Company, Inc.
Photo of a contemporary patio in Phoenix with a bbq area.
Contemporary
Contemporary
Lisa Parramore – Design + BuildLisa Parramore – Design + Build
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Other.
Esplanade Residence
Esplanade Residence
SUBU Design ArchitectureSUBU Design Architecture
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
West Coast English Retreat
West Coast English Retreat
Tierra Madre Fine GardensTierra Madre Fine Gardens
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in Other with gravel and a pergola.
Appartement Les terrasses de la mer
Appartement Les terrasses de la mer
MVA Interieur Architecture, DesignMVA Interieur Architecture, Design
Projet de construction neuve d'un appartement de 70m² habitable composé de 2 chambres avec salle d'eaux et dressing . Une terrasse de plus de 100m² avec vue panoramique sur le port .
Lafayette Woodlands
Lafayette Woodlands
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
In a wooded area of Lafayette, a mid-century home was re-imagined for a graphic designer and kindergarten teacher couple and their three children. A major new design feature is a high ceiling great room that wraps from the front to the back yard, turning a corner at the kitchen and ending at the family room fireplace. This room was designed with a high flat roof to work in conjunction with existing roof forms to create a unified whole, and raise interior ceiling heights from eight to over ten feet. All new lighting and large floor to ceiling Fleetwood aluminum windows expand views of the trees beyond. The existing home was enlarged by 700 square feet with a small exterior addition enlarging the kitchen over an existing deck, and a larger amount by excavating out crawlspace at the garage level to create a new home office with full bath, and separate laundry utility room. The remodeled residence became 3,847 square feet in total area including the garage. Exterior curb appeal was improved with all new Fleetwood windows, stained wood siding and stucco. New steel railing and concrete steps lead up to the front entry. Front and rear yard new landscape design by Huettl Landscape Architecture dramatically alters the site. New planting was added at the front yard with landscape lighting and modern concrete pavers and the rear yard has multiple decks for family gatherings with the focal point a concrete conversation circle with central fire feature. Everything revolves around the corner kitchen, large windows to the backyard, quartz countertops and cabinetry in painted and walnut finishes. The homeowners enjoyed the process of selecting Heath Tile for the kitchen backsplash and white oval tiles at the family room fireplace. Black brick tiles by Fireclay were used on the living room hearth. The kitchen flows into the family room all with views to the beautifully landscaped yards. The primary suite has a built-in window seat with large windows overlooking the garden, walnut cabinetry in a skylit walk-in closet, and a large dramatic skylight bouncing light into the shower. The kid’s bath also has a skylight slot with light angling downward over double sinks. More colorful tile shows up in these spaces, as does a geometric patterned tile in the downstairs office bath shower. The large yard is taken full advantage of with concrete paved walkways, stairs and firepit circle. New retaining walls in the rear yard helped to add more level usable outdoor space, with wood slats to visually blend them into the overall design. The end result is a beautiful transformation of a mid-century home, that both captures the client’s personalities and elevates the house into the modern age.
Lanai, Pool and Outdoor Kitchen Renovation in Bonita Springs
Lanai, Pool and Outdoor Kitchen Renovation in Bonita Springs
Progressive Design BuildProgressive Design Build
Progressive started by removing the stucco ceiling on the lanai and the round, dated columns. It was replaced with a gorgeous tongue and groove Roman Rock ceiling finished in a warm wood tone. To create the perfect ambiance and a warm, inviting entertainment space, an Amantii electric fireplace was designed into the outdoor living room, along with a full outdoor kitchen by Danver. The outdoor kitchen features a Lynx stainless steel grill, an under-counter Artisan beverage center, metallic matte bronze cabinets in a Key West Door style and a marble and granite countertop.
Barton Creek Family Room & Outdoor Living
Barton Creek Family Room & Outdoor Living
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Farmhouse Glam
Farmhouse Glam
Kimberley Kay InteriorsKimberley Kay Interiors
LOVE this patio with LED signs for a special family
Photo of a small contemporary patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.

Contemporary Patio Ideas and Designs

Inside Out Pool Cabana
Inside Out Pool Cabana
THE UP STUDIOTHE UP STUDIO
Modern Shaded Living Area, Pool Cabana and Outdoor Bar
This is an example of a small contemporary side patio in New York with natural stone paving and a gazebo.
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