Outdoor living spaces are the "next big thing." These outdoor spaces have quickly moved from being a nice addition to people's backyards, to must-have items that are commonly included in home renovation projects. Architecturally designed outdoor living features such as gable patios, which are often included in the final design of a project to provide cover, are now more prevalent than ever before.
The development of an outdoor space that will often be transformed into the perfect area to relax, unwind, and entertain guests once the project has been completed could potentially increase the value of a property. The curb appeal that the newly constructed area could add to a home may assist the sale of a property to prospective buyers if it were to be listed on the market.
What are Gable Patios?
Gable patios are outdoor structures that you can spot almost anywhere by their peaked roofs. These aren’t your typical flat or even skillion patios, but patios that add another dimension to the look of a home. Gable patios are wide open, inviting the sun and the wind into the backyard. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for some fresh air, a gable patio is the best place to get it.
Made with two sturdy beams and your choice of roofing, you can have the roof of your gable patio look any way you want (as long as it matches the house). Get the same style of roofing and double your exterior decor efforts, or hell, double your functional outdoor space, while you’re at it. Gable patios are too good to pass up!
Benefits of Gable Patios
Gable patios make a superb addition to your home, transforming an outdoor area into a usable outdoor living space—the area where you can go to relax or seek shelter if you want to enjoy the outdoors regardless of the blistering heat or rainy weather, or the go-to place for inviting friends over.
But, in addition to increased comfort and usability, gable patios help to transform the area into the ultimate outdoor entertainment experience. The interior design is constructed to increase the flow of air, making the space cooler during hot summer days. Additionally, during times of splendid sunshine, the panels used, and the design of the patio, allow an increased amount of natural light to filter through, making the space appear more inviting, yet another reason why you should invest.
Maximizing Your Gable Patio
Upgrading a gable patio can turn a boring backyard into an outdoor oasis. An outdoor kitchen can be added for al fresco dining, and a fire pit can give the space a cozy feel.
The design options for landscaping around a gable patio are nearly endless, but we suggest using local plants or shrubs along with mulch or small landscaping rocks for maximum visual impact.
In the winter months, a patio heater or fireplace will allow for extended use. During the summer months, having some sort of covering (awnings, large sunbrellas, or pergolas) will allow for breaks from the hot sun.
The gable patio may be constructed from the same building materials as the rest of the house; if not, we suggest matching the primary material or paint colour to the house for uniformity. Take into account the primary shapes found throughout the remainder of the house as well.