Take the classic, relaxing combination of white and timber and give it a modern twist.

THE FIREPLACE

Add luxury, warmth and even somewhere to cook on with a built-in fireplace. ‘EK1250’ outdoor fireplace kitchen, from $9499, Escea, escea.com.

THE SOFA

Teak and fabric lounges lend a natural, relaxing vibe. Tribu ‘Pure’ sofa, from $5230 (excludes cushions), Cosh Living, coshliving.com.au.

THE FLOORING

For a softer look, consider timber instead of pavers. Unfinished milled jarrah, $250/sqm, Mortlock Timber, mortlock.com.au.

THE ROOF

Enjoy yourself, rain or shine, under an adjustable cover. Louvred roof in Colorbond Surfmist, POA, Vergola NSW, vergola.com..