An outdoor living space, gourmet kitchen, and high-end garage are some of the most luxurious home exterior upgrades to consider.
After almost 30 years in the patio industry, we’ve had the honour of creating some amazing backyards. If you’re looking to elevate your home’s exterior, here are our favourite luxury upgrades. These ideas can add value to your home while also making your outdoor areas more comfortable and aesthetically appealing.
10 Best Luxury Home Exterior Upgrades
- Gourmet Outdoor Kitchen
- Outdoor Water Features
- Outdoor Living Space
- High-End Multi-Purpose Garage
- Statement Door
- Smart Features
- Premium Landscaping
- Enhanced Exterior Lighting
1. Gourmet Outdoor Kitchen
A gourmet outdoor kitchen is one of the best luxury upgrades for a backyard. A premium, fully-equipped outdoor kitchen adds aesthetic appeal and expands your home’s livable space. Entertain friends and family by cooking outdoors and enjoying more time in nature.
To create a gourmet kitchen that is functional and ideal for entertaining guests and relaxing, consider upgrades such as:
- Top-of-the-line built-in grill
- Built-in outdoor fridge
- Ample countertop space, including multi-height countertops (one for bar space and one for food prep)
- Wood-fired pizza oven
- Warming drawers
- High-quality cabinetry and countertops built to withstand outdoor conditions
- Designated dining area with a large dining table and comfortable chairs
- Outdoor bar/beverage centre
- Plush, high-quality outdoor furniture and a variety of seating options
- Outdoor TV
- Fire pit or fireplace
2. Outdoor Water Features
Water is notoriously calming and relaxing. Adding a water feature to your backyard is one of our favourite luxury upgrades. Depending on the size of your yard and budget, you can stick to smaller water features or go all-in with a pool or hot tub.
Luxury water features to upgrade your backyard include:
- A high-end fountain if you have a pond (choose one with custom LED lights for gorgeous nighttime displays)
- A heated in-ground pool with built-in waterfalls or fountains
- A hot tub
- Custom marble outdoor water fountains
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3. Outdoor Living Space
An outdoor living space, such as an alfresco area or custom patio, is vital to a luxury backyard. Gather, relax, and entertain in style with a pergola, expanded porch, deck, or custom patio.
For the ultimate in luxury, we recommend the dome or curved patio design. Dome patios feature a curved roof that adds ceiling height and maximises natural light. The soaring ceilings and signature curved roof result in eye-catching architecture that elevates your home’s sophistication and style.
To further enhance your premium outdoor space and bring the indoors out, consider these additions:
- A flat-screen outdoor TV
- Plush L-shaped sofa
- Bar seating
- Cosy plush chairs and pillows
- Coffee table
- Potted plants, centerpieces, flowers, and decor
- Outdoor rugs
See what’s trending right now in the patio industry in our guide here: Top 9 2025 Patio Trends We’re Seeing in Australia.
4. A High-End Multi-Purpose Garage
Most of the luxury features of a home get concentrated on the home’s interior or exterior, but don’t forget the garage.
Elevate your garage with high-quality luxury additions such as:
- Custom storage systems and tailored shelving
- Premium cabinetry for storage and aesthetic appeal
- EV charging station
- Multi-purpose usage, such as a weight-lifting area or a lounging area
- Car-lifts
- Built-in workbenches
- High-end flooring, such as custom vinyl flooring to add beauty and durability
- Accent lighting
- Glass garage doors to maximise natural light and aesthetic appeal
- Accent walls
- Climate control
5. A Statement Door
Create a stunning front entryway with a sophisticated statement door. This luxury upgrade will increase curb appeal and make your home look more welcoming and high-end.
Choose a pop of colour or premium materials to instantly upgrade your home’s entryway. Or, choose a design with larger windows to allow more natural light into your home’s entryway.
6. Smart Features
Integrated smart features are another luxury upgrade gaining popularity among Perth homeowners. Cutting-edge smart features add convenience, sophistication, and comfort to backyards.
Elevate your home’s exterior with smart features such as:
- Sprinkler systems
- Air and water quality control systems
- Robot vacuums for pools
- Automated, motion sensor security lights
- A smart outdoor grill
- Smart landscaping with irrigation systems and smart sprinkler controllers
- High-quality smart outdoor speakers
7. Premium Landscaping
Professional landscaping is an exterior upgrade that can instantly elevate curb appeal and make your backyard more inviting. Create a look that complements your home’s colour and architecture. Plant colourful native flowers, shrubs, and trees in strategic locations.
Add stone or paved paths for beauty and function, and incorporate a mix of groundcover, trees, and shrubs to add visual interest. For privacy and functionality, utilise tall shrubs or trees to create a living privacy fence.
Want more landscaping inspiration? See our guide here: 10 Simple Yet Stunning Patio Landscaping Ideas.
8. Enhanced Exterior Lighting
Custom exterior lighting can add style, function, and beauty to your home and yard. Consider accent lighting, spotlights, solar lights, or integrated smart lighting systems.
Elevate Your Home’s Exterior with Custom Perth Patios
High-end exterior upgrades can improve your home’s aesthetics and functionality. Luxury upgrades can also impress visitors, add value to your home, and make your backyard feel like a haven.
A well-appointed home exterior can maximise the time you spend enjoying nature. At Aussie Patio Designs, we’ve spent 26 years perfecting our techniques and skills. We’ve enjoyed helping hundreds of Perth homeowners turn their backyards into a personal oasis.
Our high-end patio installation is customised to your exact vision, home architecture, and yard layout. With impeccable craftsmanship and a dedication to bringing your dream backyard to life, we’ve created a reputation as Perth’s go-to patio installers.
Learn more about how our custom patio process works or get a free quote to move forward toward your luxury backyard.
