In Manhattan’s landmarked Tribeca North, the top floor and roof of an 1884 warehouse are reconceived as a warm and welcoming residence with a fluid connection to the outdoor environment. A relocated mezzanine features a sunken court yard with a retractable glass roof and connects to the new green roof garden above. Embracing the building’s industrial past, a visual discourse between new and old is devised through insertions of modern materials along with restored or reclaimed materials. Photography: Albert Vecerka-Esto

Mid-sized elegant backyard stone patio photo in Orange County with a roof extension

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Patio kitchen - large mediterranean backyard stone patio kitchen idea in San Francisco with a pergola

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This space includes a beautiful fireplace, a retractable solar/privacy screen, all poolside.
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This space includes a beautiful fireplace, a retractable solar/privacy screen, all poolside.
Example of a mid-sized backyard stamped concrete patio design in St Louis with a fireplace and a roof extension

This stamped, decorative concrete patio in O'Fallon is partially covered. The ceiling is whitewashed cedar and has recessed lights and a fan. There is seating and dining space and a stone surrounded cooking area with a granite counter top, built-in Napoleon grill, Firemagic cabinet and drawers. There is bar seating at the counter on the opposite side which backs up to the open patio and wood burning firepit.

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The atrium features two 20-foot living walls. Photo by: Mark Surloff
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Example of a mid-sized mountain style backyard concrete patio design in Dallas with a pergola

Builder: Pillar Homes www.pillarhomes.com
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Outdoor motorized shading that is customized and designed specifically by EX Design Group creates exquisite solutions for year round enjoyment of outdoor spaces. Motorized Pergolas are retractable roof systems ideal for modern architectural settings. The structure is made of aluminium treated with exclusive an aluinox treatment making the metal surface similar to steel. The utility of the structures have absolutely unmatched aesthetics.

Tuscan patio photo in San Francisco with a pergola

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Sturdy awning systems allow the awnings to be rolled up tightly when they are not needed and deployed easily with a remote control. Sun and wind sensors are also available to automatically deploy your retractable awning when the sun hits that side of the home or to retract an open awning with wind speeds exceed a certain threshold.

Photography © Calder Wilson
Example of a mid-sized trendy backyard glass railing balcony design in Miami with a roof extension

Automated retractable fabric roof Pergola for shade and rain protection.