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Australian and New Zealand outdoor living is hard to rival – the warm, temperate climate encourages the year-round enjoyment of backyards, courtyards, patios, verandahs and balconies. These alfresco areas, sometimes referred to as outdoor rooms, are so ubiquitous with the Australian and New Zealand lifestyles that they are now being treated the same way as any other room in the house in terms of architecture and landscape design. Modern backyards and gardens are now extensions to the home. Even cooking is moving outside with many Australians and New Zealanders including outdoor kitchens in their home designs. More
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David Boyle Architect
Marrickville House 2
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Shabby-chic style patio in Sydney. — Houzz
eclectic furniture and textural elements imbue this space with a relaxed and exotic vibe — Moteef
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The Kitchen Broker
This is an example of a large contemporary side yard patio in Sydney with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola. — Houzz
not the look I am keen on but similar size and layout — Leslee Hogan
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Robson Rak Architects Pty Ltd
Merricks
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Inspiration for a deck in Melbourne. — Houzz
Area to stock wood for wood oven and fire pit! Also wooden paneling ceiling, with lighting! — nick5332
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Bayon Gardens
A life of luxury
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This is an example of a modern pool in Melbourne. — Houzz
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Ben Giles Architect
Contemporary backyard deck in Sydney with no cover. — Houzz
Maybe a painted section. Cheaper wood? — glennmag62
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Art of Kitchens Pty Ltd
Manly
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This is an example of a contemporary backyard rectangular pool in Sydney. — Houzz
Great architecture of the house and pool — Grace Kurek
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Distinct Innovations Pty Ltd
Large contemporary deck in Sydney. — Houzz
Grass border between tiles and deck — jacintacarl
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Ayla Constructions
Buderim Balinese renovation
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Asian backyard deck in Sunshine Coast with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension. — Houzz
The bamboo screen on the BBQ wall — Zoe Russell
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Laura Hunt Design
Bay Area & National Interior Designer
Best of Houzz 2016
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Best of Houzz 2016
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Khrome Studios
San Francisco High End Residential Showroom
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