Epei benches warm the platinum gray concrete benches and the Firepit will warm legs and bodies as some will eventually sink into the rattan couch or chair which sits squarley on the stamped concrete Sandstone pool deck.

The upper level of this gorgeous Trex deck is the central entertaining and dining space and includes a beautiful concrete fire table and a custom cedar bench that floats over the deck. Light brown custom cedar screen walls provide privacy along the landscaped terrace and compliment the warm hues of the decking. Clean, modern light fixtures are also present in the deck steps, along the deck perimeter, and throughout the landscape making the space well-defined in the evening as well as the daytime.

Walkway of square concrete pads in decorative gravel with modern geometry. Bluestone patio and outdoor seating. Ipe wood deck across from floating accent wall and fire pit. Drough tolerant plantings surround this lush landscape. All plants provided by BudgetPlants.com Dominic Masiello

Vanessa Plakias
Example of a country barn design in San Luis Obispo

Our client wanted a modern industrial style of backyard and we designed and build this outdoor environment to their excitement. Features include a new pool with precast concrete water feature wall that blends into a precast concrete firepit, an Ipe wood deck, custom steel and Ipe wood arbor and trellis and a precast concrete kitchen. Also, we clad the inside of the existing fence with corrugated metal panels. Photography: Daniel Driensky

The great room at night from the backyard with the new kitchen at the far right. The remodel and addition was designed around a large heritage oak tree. A new ipe outdoor deck sits flush with the wood interior floor.

Everyone wants a gorgeous outdoor space that is inviting and great for entertaining. The trick to getting a well-lit patio is directing the light where you need it. Create stunning ambient lighting by adding multiple pendants at different heights like the Dumont pendants seen here.

Bi-level Fiberon Ipe deck with many custom features including hidden storage, custom privacy bench on upper level and functional under deck outdoor living space! Photos courtesy Archadeck of Central CT

The panoramic doors provide instant indoor/outdoor living onto this gorgeous Brazilian hardwood deck that features an outdoor kitchen with concrete countertops, grill, sink, refrigerator and kegerator with a double tap.

Example of a mid-sized mountain style backyard deck design in Burlington with no cover

Builder Bob Kiefer combined ipe decking with PVC rails and recessed panel posts to give this Staten Island home its beach-house look. The ipe decking is installed in a herringbone pattern on both the main deck and the small balcony off the master bedroom to create the feeling of being down on the boardwalk. Photos by Frank Gensheimer Photography LLC

Builder Bob Kiefer combined ipe decking with PVC rails and recessed panel posts to give this Staten Island home its beach-house look. The ipe decking is installed in a herringbone pattern on both the main deck and the small balcony off the master bedroom to create the feeling of being down on the boardwalk. Photos by Frank Gensheimer Photography LLC

Michelle Almanza
Mid-sized trendy backyard deck photo in Los Angeles with no cover

Completed in the summer of 2013, this modern garden is located in Highland Park, Texas just north of Dallas. This garden features a modern edge with a swimming pool, concrete terraces, Ipe wood decks, a unique wood fence an outdoor shade structure with fireplace. The garden also includes and outdoor cooking area with Kalamazoo appliances.

Michelle Almanza
Mid-sized trendy backyard deck photo in Los Angeles with no cover

A private roof deck connects to the open living space, and provides spectacular rooftop views of Boston. Photos by Eric Roth. Construction by Ralph S. Osmond Company. Green architecture by ZeroEnergy Design.

Builder Bob Kiefer combined ipe decking with PVC rails and recessed panel posts to give this Staten Island home its beach-house look. The ipe decking is installed in a herringbone pattern on both the main deck and the small balcony off the master bedroom to create the feeling of being down on the boardwalk. Photos by Frank Gensheimer Photography LLC

This is an example of a coastal porch design in Charleston.

Oceanfront Ipe deck featuring an integrated hot tub and glass railing overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Built into the expansive outdoor living space, the hot tub creates a dedicated place to relax while the durable hardwood decking and transparent railing maximize both function and waterfront views.