A planting bed with a linear group of river birch cuts into the concrete patio to help define two separate spaces. Renn Kuennen Photography
ミルウォーキーにある高級な広いカントリー風のおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (コンクリート板舗装 、パーゴラ) の写真

The outdoor dining area opens up the opportunity to dine and gather in the outdoors at home with friends and family. A modern steel pergola custom designed and built for the space adds shade and is treated to match the home's color palette.

シカゴにある高級な小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (ファイヤーピット、天然石敷き、パーゴラ) の写真

AquaTerra Outdoors was hired to bring life to the outdoors of the new home. When it came time to design the space we were challenged with the tight space of the backyard. We worked through the concepts and we were able to incorporate a new pool with spa, custom water feature wall, Ipe wood deck, outdoor kitchen, custom steel and Ipe wood shade arbor and fire pit. We also designed and installed all the landscaping including the custom steel planter. Photography: Wade Griffith

arbor over outdoor kitchen in Palo Alto
サンフランシスコにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (アウトドアキッチン、タイル敷き、パーゴラ) の写真

All photos by Linda Oyama Bryan. Home restoration by Von Dreele-Freerksen Construction
シカゴにある高級な中くらいなトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (アウトドアキッチン、天然石敷き、パーゴラ) の写真

This shade arbor, located in The Woodlands, TX north of Houston, spans the entire length of the back yard. It combines a number of elements with custom structures that were constructed to emulate specific aspects of a Zen garden. The homeowner wanted a low-maintenance garden whose beauty could withstand the tough seasonal weather that strikes the area at various times of the year. He also desired a mood-altering aesthetic that would relax the senses and calm the mind. Most importantly, he wanted this meditative environment completely shielded from the outside world so he could find serenity in total privacy. The most unique design element in this entire project is the roof of the shade arbor itself. It features a “negative space” leaf pattern that was designed in a software suite and cut out of the metal with a water jet cutter. Each form in the pattern is loosely suggestive of either a leaf, or a cluster of leaves. These small, negative spaces cut from the metal are the source of the structure’ powerful visual and emotional impact. During the day, sunlight shines down and highlights columns, furniture, plantings, and gravel with a blend of dappling and shade that make you feel like you are sitting under the branches of a tree. At night, the effects are even more brilliant. Skillfully concealed lights mounted on the trusses reflect off the steel in places, while in other places they penetrate the negative spaces, cascading brilliant patterns of ambient light down on vegetation, hardscape, and water alike. The shade arbor shelters two gravel patios that are almost identical in space. The patio closest to the living room features a mini outdoor dining room, replete with tables and chairs. The patio is ornamented with a blend of ornamental grass, a small human figurine sculpture, and mid-level impact ground cover. Gravel was chosen as the preferred hardscape material because of its Zen-like connotations. It is also remarkably soft to walk on, helping to set the mood for a relaxed afternoon in the dappled shade of gently filtered sunlight. The second patio, spaced 15 feet away from the first, resides adjacent to the home at the opposite end of the shade arbor. Like its twin, it is also ornamented with ground cover borders, ornamental grasses, and a large urn identical to the first. Seating here is even more private and contemplative. Instead of a table and chairs, there is a large decorative concrete bench cut in the shape of a giant four-leaf clover. Spanning the distance between these two patios, a bluestone walkway connects the two spaces. Along the way, its borders are punctuated in places by low-level ornamental grasses, a large flowering bush, another sculpture in the form of human faces, and foxtail ferns that spring up from a spread of river rock that punctuates the ends of the walkway. The meditative quality of the shade arbor is reinforced by two special features. The first of these is a disappearing fountain that flows from the top of a large vertical stone embedded like a monolith in the other edges of the river rock. The drains and pumps to this fountain are carefully concealed underneath the covering of smooth stones, and the sound of the water is only barely perceptible, as if it is trying to force you to let go of your thoughts to hear it. A large piece of core-10 steel, which is deliberately intended to rust quickly, rises up like an arced wall from behind the fountain stone. The dark color of the metal helps the casual viewer catch just a glimpse of light reflecting off the slow trickle of water that runs down the side of the stone into the river rock bed. To complete the quiet moment that the shade arbor is intended to invoke, a thick wall of cypress trees rises up on all sides of the yard, completely shutting out the disturbances of the world with a comforting wall of living greenery that comforts the thoughts and emotions.

パリにある高級な広いビーチスタイルのおしゃれな横庭のテラス (アウトドアキッチン、コンクリート板舗装 、パーゴラ) の写真

アトランタにある高級な中くらいなミッドセンチュリースタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (屋外暖炉、コンクリート板舗装 、パーゴラ) の写真

パリにある高級なトロピカルスタイルのおしゃれなテラス・中庭 (コンテナガーデン、デッキ材舗装、パーゴラ) の写真

An expansive patio with a floating architectural pergola, built-in flower planters, and vibrant colors in furniture and accessories.
シカゴにある高級な広いトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれなテラス・中庭 (コンテナガーデン、コンクリート敷き 、パーゴラ) の写真

Our client came to us with a desire to take an overgrown, neglected space and transform it into a clean contemporary backyard for the family to enjoy. Having had less than stellar experiences with other contractors, they wanted to find a trustworthy company; One that would complement their style and provide excellent communication. They saw a JRP banner at their son's baseball game at Westlake High School and decided to call. After meeting with the team, they knew JRP was the firm they needed to give their backyard a complete overhaul. With a focus on sleek, clean lines, this contemporary backyard is captivating. The outdoor family room is a perfect blend of beauty, form, and function. JRP reworked the courtyard and dining area to create a space for the family to enjoy together. An outdoor pergola houses a media center and lounge. Restoration Hardware low profile furniture provides comfortable seating while maintaining a polished look. The adjacent barbecue is perfect for crafting up family dinners to enjoy amidst a Southern California sunset. Before renovating, the landscaping was an unkempt mess that felt overwhelming. Synthetic grass and concrete decking was installed to give the backyard a fresh feel while offering easy maintenance. Gorgeous hardscaping takes the outdoor area to a whole new level. The resurfaced free-form pool joins to a lounge area that's perfect for soaking up the sun while watching the kids swim. Hedges and outdoor shrubs now maintain a clean, uniformed look. A tucked-away area taken over by plants provided an opportunity to create an intimate outdoor dining space. JRP added wooden containers to accommodate touches of greenery that weren't overwhelming. Bold patterned statement flooring contrasts beautifully against a neutral palette. Additionally, our team incorporated a fireplace for a feel of coziness. Once an overlooked space, the clients and their children are now eager to spend time outdoors together. This clean contemporary backyard renovation transformed what the client called "an overgrown jungle" into a space that allows for functional outdoor living and serene luxury. Photographer: Andrew - OpenHouse VC

フェニックスにある高級な中くらいなカントリー風のおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (アウトドアキッチン、タイル敷き、パーゴラ) の写真

リッチモンドにある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (アウトドアキッチン、コンクリート敷き 、パーゴラ) の写真

Pour l'entrée de cette maison , ce grand escalier a été remplacé par un bassin ancien avec une fonction décorative et rafraîchissante , étant monté avec filtre , il fait office de petite piscine . Terrasse aménagé et couverte donner de l'ombre a cet salle à manger d'extérieur . La porte d'entrée a changer aussi pour donner plus de lumière .

Landscape design by Kevin Manning and John Algozzini.
シカゴにある高級な広いトラディショナルスタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (天然石敷き、パーゴラ) の写真

サンフランシスコにある高級な広いコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな中庭のテラス (壁面緑化、コンクリート敷き 、パーゴラ) の写真

Paul Dyer
サンフランシスコにある高級な中くらいなトランジショナルスタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (パーゴラ) の写真

Pergola design by John Algozzini and Cara Buffa.
シカゴにある高級な小さなコンテンポラリースタイルのおしゃれな裏庭のテラス (ファイヤーピット、天然石敷き、パーゴラ) の写真