A custom patio, professional landscaping, and luxury lighting are backyard renovations that can add value to your home. Along with increasing home value, these outdoor renovation ideas can make your backyard more functional and comfortable.
With many homeowners wanting to enjoy Perth’s climate, the right backyard upgrades can increase a home’s value.
Here, we’ll cover the best ideas to add value to your home and transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis.
7 Tips and Ideas to Renovate Your Backyard and Add Value to Your Property
- A Patio or Deck
- A Gourmet Outdoor Kitchen
- Privacy
- Professional Landscaping
- Water Features
- Smart Storage Solutions
- A Focus on Sustainability
1. A Custom Patio or Deck
A well-planned deck or patio can add significant value to your home. These outdoor spaces enable year-round outdoor dining, entertaining, and relaxing. Deemed the sunniest capital city in Australia, patios and decks are an ideal way to enjoy our gorgeous Perth climate.
Bringing the indoors out is one of the top 2025 patio trends, making outdoor entertainment areas appealing to buyers.
A patio or deck allows you to extend your living space, especially with additions such as:
- Custom outdoor blinds for added privacy and protection from wind
- High-end, durable flooring, such as stone, tile, composite
- Strategic lighting
- Plush outdoor furniture with throws and pillows
- Outdoor rugs, vases, and decor
- Potted plants, bouquets, and greenery
2. Gourmet Outdoor Kitchen
A well-designed, gourmet outdoor kitchen can significantly increase your home’s value. The National Association of Home Builders found that an outdoor kitchen can add up to 12% value to your home
For gourmet outdoor kitchen ideas and luxury home exterior upgrades, see our guide here: 10 Luxury Home Exterior Upgrades.
3. Privacy
Can neighbors stare at you as you grill, garden, or lounge in your yard? Or are you tired of starting over to your neighbor’s cluttered yard? Is your backyard currently lacking privacy, adding strategic privacy screens or fencing can boost the value.
Installing fences or hedges can create a backyard that is secluded, inviting, and even capable of reducing noise.
To add privacy to your backyard, consider installing:
- Fencing
- Custom outdoor blinds
- Privacy screens
- Trellises with climbing plants or vines
- Tall hedges
4. Professional Landscaping
Professional landscaping is another potential outdoor renovation that can boost your home’s resale value. A well-manicured, thoughtfully landscaped yard can create an inviting space that is bursting with colours, fragrance, and visual interest.
Consider these professional landscaping ideas to enhance curb appeal and help improve resale value:
- Native plants to attract pollinators, reduce water needs, and minimise maintenance
- Proper irrigation
- Functional, beautiful pathways
- Potted plants, hanging baskets, and window plants
- Privacy hedges or mature trees
- A mix of perennials and annuals
- Colourful flower beds to add visual interest and vibrancy
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5. Water Features
Adding an in-ground pool, pond, or other water feature is a sure way to add tranquility and visual appeal to a backyard. The relaxing nature of water can make your entire backyard more inviting and luxurious.
This following project is one example you can add a water feature to your outdoors.
We added a custom patio to complement their beautiful in-ground pool. The result is an area that is ideal for entertaining, cooling off, relaxing, and having fun. Even Perth’s hottest days can’t stop these homeowners from enjoying their backyard!
6. Smart Storage Solutions
While an in-ground pool or gourmet kitchen often steal the spotlight for luxury backyard features, don’t forget about storage solutions. Outdoor storage may not be the most exciting backyard renovation, but it is highly valuable to buyers.
Adequate storage can keep your backyard clutter-free and inviting while extending the lifespan of items such as cushions or outdoor toys.
Consider incorporating backyard storage solutions, such as:
- Benches with hidden storage
- A gardening shed for keeping outdoor essentials tidy
- A tool shed for lawn mowers or other equipment
- Storage for keeping patio items (cushions, patio umbrella, throw blankets) handy and out of the weather
- High-end outdoor cabinets incorporated into your gourmet kitchen for added storage and convenience
7. Sustainability
Consider incorporating sustainability into your backyard renovation. With homeowners becoming increasingly eco-conscious, it’s a great way to make your home more appealing to potential buyers.
To incorporate sustainability into patio and outdoor renovations, consider:
- Using native plants to minimise water waste
- Adding a herb or veggie garden
- Using large shrubs or trees to add shade and offer natural privacy
- Adding water capture systems
- Opt for solar-powered lighting
Backyard Renovation Checklist — 4 Easy Steps to a Backyard Makeover
Here are 4 steps for keeping your backyard renovation as smooth and successful as possible. These steps will help ensure you are happy with the outcome and that you maximise the value it can add to your home.
1. Get Inspired
Walk around your neighborhood and look for inspiration. What yards appeal to you? What features stand out? Are you drawn to landscaping, patios, decks, or epic pools?
Visit home improvement stores and showrooms to gather inspiration. Look at fencing, privacy, landscaping, patio, play equipment, and lighting options. Take photos of any designs or projects you gravitate toward.
Interested in adding a custom patio as part of your backyard renovations? Browse our gallery of Perth patio projects for inspiration: Patio Examples | Patio Gallery – Aussie Patio Designs.
2. Determine Your Must-Haves
Next, make a list of your must-have backyard renovations. We recommend choosing 2 to 4 non-negotiables for your backyard makeover.
Prioritise backyard renovation must-haves, such as:
- A custom patio for lounging, entertaining family and friends, or outdoor dining and year-round protection from the elements
- A pool, hot tub, or other water feature
- A deck for hosting, relaxing, and outdoor dining
- Professional landscaping or a garden
- A shady area to escape the UV rays on scorching afternoons
- A fun area for kids to play
- A veggie or herb garden
3. Contact Contractors
Once you have a solid idea of your must-haves and inspiration for your outdoor renovation ideas, contact contractors.
We recommend reaching out to contractors well ahead of your desired completion date. Many contractors can be booked out months ahead, so it is best to contact them early in your design process.
Contractors can help you finalise a budget, project plan, and timeline and determine the best way to maximise your backyard function and space.
4. Assess and Plan
With the help of your contractors, or on your own, make a detailed assessment plan for the renovations.
Make sure your backyard renovation planning outlines:
- A realistic timeline to stick to
- Your desired purpose for the space (i.e. entertaining guests, relaxing, outdoor cooking, outdoor dining, kids’ play space, poolside area, etc.)
- Your budget
- Details on where the sun hits, wind patterns, existing features you’ll need to work around, drainage concerns, slopes, traffic flow, entry to the house, etc.
- Information on any permits or inspections you’ll need
- Your home’s current colour scheme and architecture
- Focal points, views, and privacy
Once you complete these steps, you’re ready to transform your outdoor space and add value to your property!
How a Newly Renovated Outdoor Space and Patio Add Property Value
We love spending as much time outside as possible, enjoying Perth’s gorgeous climate. And many Perth homeowners feel the same! Unsurprisingly, a newly renovated outdoor space or custom patio can add significant value to your home.
Backyard renovations can enhance your home’s visual appeal and add ways to enjoy outdoor spaces.
Whether you are selling your home or want to boost your home’s value, consider a high-end outdoor kitchen, custom patio, or professional landscaping. While these outdoor renovation ideas require an initial investment, they can help your home command a higher price if you sell.
Looking for personalised renovation recommendations or ready to bring your backyard oasis to life? Contact our Perth patio design experts to get started.
