The 10 Most Popular Patios and Decks of Spring 2022
Get inspiration for outdoor kitchens, fire pits, shade structures and more from these top Houzz photos
This Trending Now story features the most-saved patio and deck photos uploaded to Houzz between March 15 and June 15, 2022.
With summer in full swing, many homeowners are looking for ways to cook, eat and entertain in their outdoor spaces. Maybe a grilling station is in order. Or how about a fire pit? You’ll find plenty of inspiration for those ideas and others in this countdown of the most-saved patio and deck photos uploaded to Houzz in spring 2022.
With summer in full swing, many homeowners are looking for ways to cook, eat and entertain in their outdoor spaces. Maybe a grilling station is in order. Or how about a fire pit? You’ll find plenty of inspiration for those ideas and others in this countdown of the most-saved patio and deck photos uploaded to Houzz in spring 2022.
9. Bold and Blocky
Designer Walter Wendel used bold and blocky forms to create structure in a minimalist style for this intimate Frankfurt, Germany, patio. The limited color and material palette gives the space a pleasing atmosphere amid all the greenery.
Special touch: Built-in planters.
Designer Walter Wendel used bold and blocky forms to create structure in a minimalist style for this intimate Frankfurt, Germany, patio. The limited color and material palette gives the space a pleasing atmosphere amid all the greenery.
Special touch: Built-in planters.
8. Slope Style
Kate Anne Landscape Design & Build turned a steep slope in this Los Angeles backyard into an asset. A dark and dramatic retaining wall features an integrated outdoor kitchen. Inset tile in the patio slab supports a stylish dining set beneath cozy string lights.
Special touch: A shade sail.
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Kate Anne Landscape Design & Build turned a steep slope in this Los Angeles backyard into an asset. A dark and dramatic retaining wall features an integrated outdoor kitchen. Inset tile in the patio slab supports a stylish dining set beneath cozy string lights.
Special touch: A shade sail.
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7. Treehouse Vibes
Perched about 20 feet off the ground in Greenville, South Carolina, this deck by Owners Choice Construction has a treehouse feel. Large glass doors help visually and physically connect the enticing outdoor space to the living room inside.
Special touch: Wire fencing protects the porch without blocking views or breezes.
Perched about 20 feet off the ground in Greenville, South Carolina, this deck by Owners Choice Construction has a treehouse feel. Large glass doors help visually and physically connect the enticing outdoor space to the living room inside.
Special touch: Wire fencing protects the porch without blocking views or breezes.
6. Exploring All Angles
Designer Kate Eyre deconstructed a herringbone pattern in this small but mighty contemporary London garden. A line divides the space, denoting where materials and scales change. Even though the lines make the eye dance around, the circular fire pit gives it a pleasing spot for resting in the middle of all the geometric play.
Special touch: Built-in seating.
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Designer Kate Eyre deconstructed a herringbone pattern in this small but mighty contemporary London garden. A line divides the space, denoting where materials and scales change. Even though the lines make the eye dance around, the circular fire pit gives it a pleasing spot for resting in the middle of all the geometric play.
Special touch: Built-in seating.
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5. Engaging the Senses
The rustle of bamboo, the visual texture of a gabion wall and the warmth of the fire pit are a few elements that engage the senses on this lovely Seattle patio by Board & Vellum.
Special touch: A dedicated gas line to the fire pit.
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The rustle of bamboo, the visual texture of a gabion wall and the warmth of the fire pit are a few elements that engage the senses on this lovely Seattle patio by Board & Vellum.
Special touch: A dedicated gas line to the fire pit.
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4. Grill and Chill
For this small Seattle patio, Bakstad Construction created a grilling station with extensive countertop space and storage along the fence. This left room for a long dining table and a fireplace lounge.
Special touch: Matched materials for the cabinetry and fence visually blend in the grill station and create the appearance of more space.
For this small Seattle patio, Bakstad Construction created a grilling station with extensive countertop space and storage along the fence. This left room for a long dining table and a fireplace lounge.
Special touch: Matched materials for the cabinetry and fence visually blend in the grill station and create the appearance of more space.
3. Mediterranean Flair
Ryan Street Architects brought Mediterranean style to this covered patio outside Houston. A herringbone-pattern brick floor, limestone walls and large reclaimed beams add an old-world feel to the new-construction home.
Special touch: An oversize custom vent hood.
Ryan Street Architects brought Mediterranean style to this covered patio outside Houston. A herringbone-pattern brick floor, limestone walls and large reclaimed beams add an old-world feel to the new-construction home.
Special touch: An oversize custom vent hood.
2. Entertaining Haven
This Chicago-area patio by Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors features a circular bar area. An arched pergola over a grilling station matches another nearby structure, creating cohesion among the zones. Bluestone pavers bring a variety of color.
Special touches: Ample lighting and electrical outlets near the grill.
This Chicago-area patio by Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors features a circular bar area. An arched pergola over a grilling station matches another nearby structure, creating cohesion among the zones. Bluestone pavers bring a variety of color.
Special touches: Ample lighting and electrical outlets near the grill.
1. Gather Round
ODS Architecture and Huettl Landscape Architecture nestled this welcoming patio into a Northern California hillside. The circular shape, fire pit and comfy chairs entice the homeowners, their family and their friends to gather in the welcoming spot.
Special touch: The curved walls provide extra seating.
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ODS Architecture and Huettl Landscape Architecture nestled this welcoming patio into a Northern California hillside. The circular shape, fire pit and comfy chairs entice the homeowners, their family and their friends to gather in the welcoming spot.
Special touch: The curved walls provide extra seating.
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For this semicovered patio in Miami Beach, Florida, Whitecap Construction extended the architecture of the house to create a beautiful outdoor kitchen and dining area. A slatted roof creates shade without completely blocking sunshine. And a board-formed concrete wall adds texture and interest.
Special touch: An outdoor sink for meal prep and hand-washing.
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