75 Beautiful Outdoor Entertainment Areas Home Design Ideas & Designs (2024)

Outdoor entertaining area connects the main house to the boathouse.Tim Bies photo.
Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard patio in Seattle.

Amazing waterfront home in Anna Maria Island - remodeling the outdoor entertainment area. Designer Yina Brown.
Design ideas for a beach style backyard verandah in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, brick pavers and a roof extension.

Existing mature pine trees canopy this outdoor living space. The homeowners had envisioned a space to relax with their large family and entertain by cooking and dining, co*cktails or just a quiet time alone around the firepit. The large outdoor kitchen island and bar has more than ample storage space, cooking and prep areas, and dimmable pendant task lighting. The island, the dining area and the casual firepit lounge are all within conversation areas of each other. The overhead pergola creates just enough of a canopy to define the main focal point; the natural stone and Dekton finished outdoor island.

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This is an example of a contemporary patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen.

Hand-crafted using traditional joinery techniques, this outdoor kitchen is made from hard-wearing Iroko wood and finished with stainless steel hardware ensuring the longevity of this Markham cabinetry. With a classic contemporary design that suits the modern, manicured style of the country garden, this outdoor kitchen has the balance of simplicity, scale and proportion that H|M is known for.Using an L-shape configuration set within a custom designed permanent timber gazebo, this outdoor kitchen is cleverly zoned to include all of the key spaces required in an indoor kitchen for food prep, grilling and clearing away. On the right-hand side of the kitchen is the cooking run featuring the mighty 107cm Wolf outdoor gas grill. Already internationally established as an industrial heavyweight in the luxury range cooker market, Wolf have taken outdoor cooking to the next level with this behemoth of a barbeque. Designed and built to stand the test of time and exponentially more accurate than a standard barbeque, the Wolf outdoor gas grill also comes with a sear zone and infrared rotisserie spit as standard.To assist with food prep, positioned underneath the counter to the left of the Wolf outdoor grill is a pull-out bin with separate compartments for food waste and recycling. Additional storage to the right is utilised for storing the LPG gas canister ensuring the overall look and feel of the outdoor kitchen is free from clutter and from a practical point of view, protected from the elements.Just like the indoor kitchen, the key to a successful outdoor kitchen design is the zoning of the space – think about all the usual things like food prep, cooking and clearing away and make provision for those activities accordingly. In terms of the actual positioning of the kitchen think about the sun and where it is during the afternoons and early evening which will be the time this outdoor kitchen is most in use. A timber gazebo will provide shelter from the direct sunlight and protection from the elements during the winter months. Stone flooring that can withstand a few spills here and there is essential, and always incorporate a seating area than can be scaled up or down according to your entertaining needs. Photo Credit - Paul Craig

Outdoor fireplace, stone terrace, BBQ area, stepping stone steps leading to rear of property.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in New York with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and no cover.

This custom, lecce limestone, porch takes in the mountain views of North Carolina, in a similar style to the Biltmore. Our team of design professionals is available to answer any questions you may have at about Italian limestone, natural stone cladding, carved stone home accents and more at (828) 681-5111.

General Fireplace dimensions: 17'-4"H x 10'-6"W x 4'DFireplace material: Tennessee Field Stone cut to an ashlar pattern with Granite Hearth and MantelKitchen dimensions: 5'4" in-between the columns, then around 12.75' along the backStructure paint color is Pittsburgh Paints Sun Proof Exterior "Monterrey Grey"Roof material: Standing seam copperTerrace material: Full color Pennsylvania Bluestone veneer on a concrete slab

This is an example of a traditional exterior in San Francisco with wood siding.

Bespoke outdoor entertainment area. Created using Marble and Granite. This entertainment centre included a heated seat area, Integrated cooking appliances with LED ice buckets. We even arranged for the tree to be planted.

Outdoor Kitchen designed and built by Backyard Builders LLC, Lafayette Louisiana, Kyle Braniff,
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in New Orleans with brick pavers and a roof extension.

beside this expansive backyard pool is the impressive outdoor kitchen! it features a 10' long granite top island sheathed in natural slate rock. its complete with high end outdoor appliances including a 60" bbq, a pizza oven, a refrigerator and a sink and ice maker

I transformed a old dilapidated backyard hillside into an entertaining area by building a concrete bench onto the existing flat area. Added custom colorful cushions and pine fencing to hide the neighbors yard.

Bar area for outdoor entertaining.
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Other.

The covered lounge and entertainment area adjacent to the home includes a seating area, hearth and tv. The soaring wood veneer ceiling is in contrast to the Travertine tile floor surfaces that ties in the color scheme of the entire indoor-outdoor space. Photo by Jimi Smith Photography.

The outdoor entertaining area ends with custom wood burning fireplace with built-in storage and a cedar pergola.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard patio in Providence with a fire feature, concrete pavers and a pergola.

Every day is a vacation in this Thousand Oaks Mediterranean-style outdoor living paradise. This transitional space is anchored by a serene pool framed by flagstone and elegant landscaping. The outdoor living space emphasizes the natural beauty of the surrounding area while offering all the advantages and comfort of indoor amenities, including stainless-steel appliances, custom beverage fridge, and a wood-burning fireplace. The dark stain and raised panel detail of the cabinets pair perfectly with the El Dorado stone pulled throughout this design; and the airy combination of chandeliers and natural lighting produce a charming, relaxed environment.Flooring Kitchen and Pool Areas: Concrete Deck: Fiberon deck materialLight Fixtures: ChandelierStone/Masonry: El DoradoPhotographer: Tom Clary

Given a challenging lot configuration and topography, along with privacy issues, we had to get creative in designing this home. The home is divided into four basic living zones: private owner’s suite, informal living area, kids area upstairs, and a flexible guest entertaining area. The entry is unique in that it takes you directly through to the outdoor living area, and also provides separation of the owners’ private suite from the rest of the home. There are no formal living or dining areas; instead the breakfast and family rooms were enlarged to entertain more comfortably in an informal manner. One great feature of the detached casita is that it has a lower activity area, which helps the house connect to the property below. This contemporary haven in Barton Creek is a beautiful example of a chic and elegant design that creates a very practical and informal space for living.

This Westlake site posed several challenges that included managing a sloping lot and capturing the views of downtown Austin in specific locations on the lot, while staying within the height restrictions. The service and garages split in two, buffering the less private areas of the lot creating an inner courtyard. The ancillary rooms are organized around this court leading up to the entertaining areas. The main living areas serve as a transition to a private natural vegetative bluff on the North side. Breezeways and terraces connect the various outdoor living spaces feeding off the great room and dining, balancing natural light and summer breezes to the interior spaces. The private areas are located on the upper level, organized in an inverted “u”, maximizing the best views on the lot. The residence represents a programmatic collaboration of the clients’ needs and subdivision restrictions while engaging the unique features of the lot.Built by Butterfield Custom HomesPhotography by Adam Steiner

fire pit creates a visual and physical connection from the sunken sitting area to the modern play house at the end of the backyard. the tigerwood ceiling opens itself to a spacious ipe deck that leads down to conversation pit surrounding the fire or the outdoor kitchen patio. the space provides entertainment space for both the young and the old. designed & built by austin outdoor designphoto by ryann ford