View of the top terrace; the steps lead down to the firebowl pit area. The tall glass railings provide window protection while enjoying the incredible views of San Francisco Bay. Terrace is 60 feet above the sloping grade. House appearance described as California modern, California Coastal, or California Contemporary, San Francisco modern, Bay Area or South Bay residential design, with Sustainability and green design.

An overall view of the new patio space. Each "room" feels separate, but also flows well from one to the next. Westhauser Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard concrete patio remodel in Milwaukee with a fire pit

This gas fire pit is perched just slightly off the patio area which is sheltered by this great cedar pergola.
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman backyard stamped concrete patio remodel in Oklahoma City with a fire pit and a pergola

Designed to embrace an extensive and unique art collection including sculpture, paintings, tapestry, and cultural antiquities, this modernist home located in north Scottsdale’s Estancia is the quintessential gallery home for the spectacular collection within. The primary roof form, “the wing” as the owner enjoys referring to it, opens the home vertically to a view of adjacent Pinnacle peak and changes the aperture to horizontal for the opposing view to the golf course. Deep overhangs and fenestration recesses give the home protection from the elements and provide supporting shade and shadow for what proves to be a desert sculpture. The restrained palette allows the architecture to express itself while permitting each object in the home to make its own place. The home, while certainly modern, expresses both elegance and warmth in its material selections including canterra stone, chopped sandstone, copper, and stucco. Project Details | Lot 245 Estancia, Scottsdale AZ Architect: C.P. Drewett, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ Interiors: Luis Ortega, Luis Ortega Interiors, Hollywood, CA Publications: luxe. interiors + design. November 2011. Featured on the world wide web: luxe.daily Photos by Grey Crawford

Cube_firepits > CUBICA FIRE PIT: Color: Light grey color Black Firepit > CUBICA FIRE PIT Color: Charcoal color Dims: 42" x 42" x 18" H Ignition: Gas / Lighter Location: Jack London Sq. Oakland, CA Cost: $2000 - 3000 Style: Contemporary

Natural Cleft Bluestone random pattern patio & walkway, LED mood lighting, landscape design & construction, masonry fire pit, seating wall and planter using cultured stone veneer, new composite deck installed wit water proofed understory, Bluestone steps, drainage installation, outdoor TV, cultured stone veneer on foundation walls of house

As you can see, this little space is very inviting. Despite its compact size, the area is very comfortable and can seat plenty of family and friends. The fire pit serves as a focal point for this area, providing light and heat to cool clear nights outdoors. Also note the custom benches, and interlocking pavers. TRU Landscape Services

The homeowners desired an outdoor space that felt more rustic than their refined interior spaces, but still related architecturally to their house. Cement plaster support arbor columns provide enough of visual tie to the existing house exterior. Oversized wood beams and rafter members provide a unique outdoor atmosphere. Structural bolts and hardware were minimized for a cleaner appearance. Structural connections and supports were engineered to meet California's stringent earthquake standards. Ali Atri Photography

The primary patio space narrows into a walkway connecting to the fire pit. The planting beds on both side help define and separate the spaces. Photo courtesy of Mike Crews Photography.

Inspiration for a transitional concrete patio remodel in San Francisco with a fire pit and a pergola

The upstairs deck on this beautiful beachfront home features a fire bowl that perfectly complements the deck and surroundings. O McGoldrick Photography

Patio - concrete patio idea in San Luis Obispo with a fire pit

mparchphoto, Richard Grenier Builder
Example of a transitional patio design in Denver with a fire pit and no cover

Mid-Century Remodel on Tabor Hill This sensitively sited house was designed by Robert Coolidge, a renowned architect and grandson of President Calvin Coolidge. The house features a symmetrical gable roof and beautiful floor to ceiling glass facing due south, smartly oriented for passive solar heating. Situated on a steep lot, the house is primarily a single story that steps down to a family room. This lower level opens to a New England exterior. Our goals for this project were to maintain the integrity of the original design while creating more modern spaces. Our design team worked to envision what Coolidge himself might have designed if he'd had access to modern materials and fixtures. With the aim of creating a signature space that ties together the living, dining, and kitchen areas, we designed a variation on the 1950's "floating kitchen." In this inviting assembly, the kitchen is located away from exterior walls, which allows views from the floor-to-ceiling glass to remain uninterrupted by cabinetry. We updated rooms throughout the house; installing modern features that pay homage to the fine, sleek lines of the original design. Finally, we opened the family room to a terrace featuring a fire pit. Since a hallmark of our design is the diminishment of the hard line between interior and exterior, we were especially pleased for the opportunity to update this classic work.

We created a custom paver design and included a gas fire pit.
Patio - mid-sized modern backyard concrete paver patio idea in Orange County with a fire pit and no cover

David Lauer Photography
Mid-sized trendy backyard patio photo in Denver with a pergola

Installed all components of gas fire pit & ran gas line off of meter on exterior of home
Mid-sized transitional backyard concrete paver patio photo in Chicago with a fire pit and no cover

Great view of the outdoor fire pit area. Gas powered fire feature built into raised planter beds. Cultured stone finish adds elegance to entire outdoor room.

Natural Cleft Bluestone random pattern patio & walkway, LED mood lighting, landscape design & construction, masonry fire pit, seating wall and planter using cultured stone veneer, new composite deck installed wit water proofed understory, Bluestone steps, drainage installation, outdoor TV, cultured stone veneer on foundation walls of house installation, outdoor TV, cultured stone veneer on foundation walls of house