patio design

The right patio design can revamp your outdoor space into an inviting fresh air oasis! But here in Las Vegas, it’s important to make changes that take our challenging climate into consideration! Here at Terra Mia, our Las Vegas-based team can help you put together a design plan that is ideal for your lifestyle, budget, UV exposure, and more! Here are a few tips that we recommend for homeowners in our area.

Design your patio to your lifestyle

You may be drawn to patio designs that are chic and trendy, but make sure that you’re not sacrificing liveability and convenience! As such, our first word of advice is to think about how you actually want to use your outdoor space and then design your patio around that. Consider the following examples:

Family-oriented patio. Whether you have young children or want to host family lunches every weekend, think about what elements would be essential for your needs. This may include a child-safe fire pit, a large family table, or shaded, comfortable seating options for older members to watch the kids play in the pool.
Outdoor kitchen and entertaining space. If you envision yourself hosting backyard BBQs, a fully-equipped kitchen could be the central design feature to transform your patio. You’ll also want to design lounging zones or communal seating options for guests to feel right at home in your outdoor space.
Relaxing outdoor oasis. Maybe, instead of entertaining, you’ll be using your patio as a personal sanctuary to enjoy your morning coffee outside or sit back with a glass of wine at the end of the day. In this case, we might suggest creating cozy seating options and focusing on visually stunning landscaping to promote relaxation.
Pet-friendly patio. So many homeowners nowadays want to make sure that their pets can reap the benefits of a backyard space! Creative design solutions can ensure that your pets enjoy some fresh air and mental stimulation to keep them happy and healthy.

Make shade a priority

Here in Las Vegas, a central consideration for patio design is managing sunlight exposure! Here are a few ways that you can incorporate shade into your outdoor renovation:

A pergola is a timeless design that will provide shade and style to your outdoor space. With the right climbing vine plants or fabric shades, you can protect your patio from the kind of intense UV exposure that our area is known for!
Patio roof. While a pergola is constructed with a series of beams and runners that provide the overhead structure, a patio roof offers full coverage. This can be a great addition, especially if you’d like to install overhead lighting, fans, or other electrical elements to your patio design.
Shade sails. Whether you opt for a triangle design or the rectangular option, shade sails are a great choice for outdoor spaces here in Las Vegas. They are one of the more affordable shade options available, and can be custom built for exactly the coverage you need.

Use landscaping that is well-suited to our climate

Here in Las Vegas, landscaping designers have our work cut out for us! We take into consideration the practical challenges of gardening in the desert by implementing the following tricks for healthy, low-maintenance landscaping:

Desert-loving plants. The first image that comes to your mind is probably a few cactuses surrounded by gravel, but actually, there are many more types of plants that can thrive in your backyard! Nevada has many beautiful native plants, such as desert willow, blue grama, and purple sage that can make your outdoor space look lush and full.
Visual intrigue through texture and color. Again, living in a desert climate doesn’t mean that everything has to be beige and sun bleached! Our landscape designers can use vibrant flowering desert plants, colorful tiles, and delineated zones to make the landscaping around your patio look interesting.
Code-compliant landscaping options. With our experience remodeling homes and patios here in Las Vegas, we know that drought regulations can be confusing for homeowners. We’ll make sure to create a patio design that is code-compliant today and drought-resistant for the future so that you don’t have to worry about water regulations!

Be intentional with hardscaping elements

Just as with your landscaping options, the hardscaping elements in your patio are an important consideration for your Las Vegas home. Here are a few ways that we think about incorporating desert-appropriate hardscaping options:

When it comes to walkways, driveways, and pool decks, you’ll want to opt for pavers that are well-suited to dry heat. Terracotta is an obvious choice, but there are many alternatives, including concrete, slate, limestone, sandstone, and even granite.
Fire pit. Not only is a fire pit an appealing element that will encourage connection and relaxation, but it can also be the visual centerpiece that pulls your patio design together.
Outdoor furniture. As has been the theme of this article, sun exposure and dry heat can take a toll on outdoor furniture, so you’ll want to choose the right material. Teak wood or Marine Grade Polymer are both good choices for high UV areas.
From walkway illumination to pool lighting to hanging lamps, the right fixtures can completely change the ambiance of your desert oasis.

Always go with a professional patio design team

Our last recommendation for your next patio design is a simple one: hire a professional team! Here’s why:

Working with a professional team will increase your property value. Having the documentation that your patio was renovated by a professional team is the best way to ensure an increase in your property value.
We know the local building regulations. Because we live in a drought-prone area, it’s important to fully understand local regulations before getting started on your patio design. We stay up-to-date on the latest changes so that you can be sure your new patio is code-compliant.
We’ll have you enjoying your new patio faster. We know that you want to start making the most of your outdoor space as soon as possible. You can leave it up to us to put together a design, order supplies, and keep construction on time for a fast, professional patio renovation.

Call Terra Mia Construction with your questions about patio design for your Las Vegas home! We offer our services to central Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City and surrounding areas!