Taking over a former play structure's prime location, this three-season retreat brings grown-up grilling to a couple's backyard

Comfy furniture, a fireplace and a vaulted ceiling make dining and hanging out a joy in this California outdoor room

A pavilion, a chef’s kitchen and plenty of poolside dining create an entertainer’s haven for one happy family

An active Washington state family encourages creative and athletic play by transforming a garage into a multipurpose gym-style pavilion

Heavy on metal, this two-story addition entertains with a stargazing hot tub, a fire pole and an unusual fire feature

Traditional needlework patterns and colors inspire bright decor in a family’s covered dining porch

With glass walls and a streamlined sensibility that direct focus toward the view, minimalism can be a natural fit for outdoor structures

This compact Dallas house now connects to its leafy surroundings in a gorgeously irreproachable way

A free-standing screened-in pavilion provides a summer getaway in this couple’s Minnesota backyard

Glorious terraces, a sumptuous cabana, a panoramic pavilion ... these stunning outdoor rooms offer the ultimate in relaxation and comfort