A patio makeover can add boost the living space and charm of your home.
These incredible transformations turned overgrown yards into stylish destinations for relaxation and fun.
The resulting patio makeover turned the drab backyard into a modern outdoor room.
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A gas-poweredfirepit lends a cozy ambiancein the evenings.
DIY Desert Oasis Before
The owners ofthis desert homebought it in an unlivable state.
Intending to turn it into an Airbnb destination, they had to make the backyard feel like an escape.
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Their work was cut out for them, but the results are remarkable.
An orange clawfoottub lends itself well to relaxation, andthe southwestern decorreflects the location.
Two lawn chairs make a perfect conversation area for a glass of wine at night.
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Concrete Patio Makeover Before
This backyard wasn’t fulfilling its potential.
It was a perfect spot for a pool, with concrete slabs covering more than half the yard.
See how the homeowners created this concrete patio makeover.
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Concrete Patio Makeover After
The result isa dreamy patio makeoverand a cozy, casual backyard.
In addition, the covered patio makes it suitable for all kinds of weather.
Backyard Patio Ideas
A backyard and patio makeover can be an overwhelming process.
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Multi-Purpose Patio Before
This bland backyard needed a good patio makeover.
Although it had good bones, the space went largely unused.
See what elements the homeowners kept and what they added to make a dream backyard patio.
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A simple gazebo attracts attention to the dining area while offering shelter from the sun or rain.
Asmall outdoor kitchen adds functionand convenience.
To complement this stunning home, the homeowners created a luxurious, traditional-style backyard.
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You’ll find someinspiring patio makeover ideasto recreate from their results.
The pool’s surrounding bluestone pavers match the rustic gray tone of the cedar shake siding.
Two small decks surrounded by the house’s walls andpergolas offer shelter and charm.
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See what central architectural element changed the look of this backyard and how you could do the same.
The homeowners even kept the dining set as proof that you’re free to always upcycle old furniture!
Bungalow Patio Redo After
This patio makeover blends with the bungalow’s stucco exterior and brick foundation.
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The homeownerskept the outdoor decor simpleto show off the new backyard entrance to the house.
It went from being a primarily indoor space to an outdoor oasis.
See what this blue house looks like with a pool.
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The gorgeous landscaping makes the family want to stay outdoors.
However, the space had so much more potential.
See how an added bar completely transformed this backyard makeover.
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Rustic brick pavers complement the bar’s wood tones.
The table set from before remains an inviting place to dine al fresco.
Small Patio Addition Before
There’s not much to this old backyard with no patio or deck.
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To fix that, a backyard makeover completely transformed the home’s exterior.
See the dramatic changes that made up this patio makeover on the next slide.
Flagstone pavers in a reddish hue add character to the small patio, accessed through new French doors.
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Anew exterior color schemewarms up the home.
Seaside Patio Makeover Before
This dated patio doesn’t have much open space.
However, tearing down the brick wall removed an eyesore and made it much more inviting.
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Check out the backyard patio ideas that helped transform this space.
Plenty of windows along the back of the house ensure water views from every room.
Stacked stone pillars andrailings made from steel cableadd architectural interest.
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Patio with Outdoor Fireplace Before
Many peopledream of a backyard pool.
However, if it doesn’t get much use, there’s no reason to keep it.
See what these homeowners did when they decided to do a patio makeover sans pool.
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A bit oflandscaping now frames the patio, contributing to the inviting look.
Pavilion and Shed Before
A pool is great, but a pool with a pavilion is better.
See how an epic backyard makeover turned this functional space into a place you won’t want to leave.
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(And a pavilion isn’t all they added.)
Pavilion and Shed After
A new pavilionand shed add an air of luxury to this poolside patio.
The shed includes a Dutch door, board-and-batten siding, and a stone base for a rustic look.
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A large outdoor fireplace anchors the space.
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