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Backyard From HGTV Dream Home 2021

By: Jessica Lowry Vizzutti

Three levels of outdoor living in the backyard of HGTV Dream Home 2021 make it easy to enjoy the coastal views and bucolic beauty of rural Rhode Island.

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Outdoor Powerhouse

The backyard of HGTV Dream Home 2021 provides room to relax and unwind while taking in the pastoral beauty of New England. Multiple outdoor entertaining areas make it the perfect place to enjoy dinner with family or just relax and unwind with a cup of tea at the end of the day.

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Rooftop Deck
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Rooftop Retreat

Both the rooftop deck and second-story deck provide multiple areas to relax al fresco.

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Refined and Finished

The second-story deck is inviting in a mix of blue, white and red that creates a polished, fresh look. Using a mixture of upholstered seating and garden side tables for drinks and snacks gives the space a refined and finished feel.

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Blue and White Beauty

A blue and white outdoor rug anchors the second story outdoor seating area and ties the space together.

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Coastal Views

The large round coffee table provides space to put your feet up or entertain friends and family with snacks and drinks while enjoying a coastal sunset.

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Inspired American Style

Clean and classic lines on the matching rattan and white framed seating complement the home’s classic Americana inspired design.

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All weather decking can withstand hot, sunny summer and long snowy winters with little maintenance and still look stylish.
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All Weather Beauty

All-weather decking can withstand hot, sunny summers and long snowy winters with little maintenance and still look stylish.

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Custom, built-in lighting on the second story deck provides scene setting light when the party continues after dark.
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Outdoor Mood Lighting

Custom, built-in lighting on the second-story deck provides scene-setting light when the party continues after dark.

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Modern Metal Accents

Modern black metal railing in a simplified grid pattern feels fresh and modern against the home’s gray shake exterior and all-weather decking.

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The modern metal railing continues downstairs for a sleek and polished feel. Built-in lighting makes it easy to climb to the second story in low light conditions.
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Sleek and Stylish Stairs

The modern metal railing continues downstairs for a sleek and polished feel. Built-in lighting makes it easy to climb to the second story in low light conditions.

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Easy Outdoor Elegance

The downstairs stone patio adds a second area to entertain outdoors, including a built-in bar perfect for easy outdoor gatherings.

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Woven Refinement

Modern bar stools in wood with woven seats add a contemporary accent to the timeless stone patio and bar. The woven accent plays well off the grid texture of the modern metal railing that leads upstairs to surround the second-story deck.

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Outdoor Bar and Checked Shirt
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Easy Green Space

The downstairs patio leads out to the lush, green lawn for seamless backyard entertaining.

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Mixing organic textures throughout the outdoor entertaining spaces keeps things feeling fresh and natural. Here, gray shake shingles play off the natural stone bar and outdoor kitchen while clean white trim adds a classic, New England polish to the space.
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Organic Textures

Mixing organic textures throughout the outdoor entertaining spaces keeps things feeling fresh and natural. Here, gray shake shingles play off the natural stone bar and outdoor kitchen, while clean white trim adds a classic, New England polish to the space.

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The outdoor kitchen includes a sink and refrigerator to make meal prep and drink mixing a breeze.
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Outdoor Amenities

The outdoor kitchen includes a sink and refrigerator to make meal prep and drink mixing a breeze.

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Grilling with a View

The built-in outdoor grill in the downstairs patio kitchen is graciously integrated into the space’s design, creating a seamless outdoor cook space.

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The grid pattern created by the stone patio plays off the simple geometric pattern found on the railing around the outdoor stairs and second story deck creating a visual connection between both spaces. Classic white beadboard ceilings bring New England style to this outdoor living space.
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Pattern Play

The grid pattern created by the stone patio plays off the simple geometric pattern found on the railing around the outdoor stairs and second-story deck, creating a visual connection between both spaces. Classic white beadboard ceilings bring New England style to this outdoor living space.

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Metallic Contrasts

The stainless steel finish on the built-in outdoor grill adds a polished contrast against the natural, rocky texture of the stone bar.

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Coastal Backyard Views

Cooking at the outdoor grill provides a stunning view over the built-in bar to the backyard’s pergola seating area.

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Neutral Seating

Woven outdoor bar stools in neutral tones create plenty of seating and play off the natural stone and wood textures found throughout the space.

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Outdoor Kitchen and Balcony
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Timeless, Modern Neutrals

The mix of black railing and window frames against the gray and soft brown tones of the shingles and decking looks timeless and classic with white trim and pillar accents. The neutral color scheme feels timeless and modern while still staying in tune with historic New England style.

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Stone Patio With Rocking Chairs
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Warm Gathering Space

A round outdoor fireplace creates a warm gathering space next to the outdoor kitchen and bar. Classic white rocking chairs add seating while the surrounding stone wall ties the area to the rest of the downstairs patio.

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Fireside Retreat

A pair of matching rocking chairs in white provide the perfect place to relax and connect year-round by the outdoor fireplace in the backyard of HGTV Dream Home 2021.

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Patio With Rounded Stone Wall
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Stylish Stone

A rounded stone wall defines the outdoor fireplace area as its own unique outdoor room.

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Outdoor Dining

A long wood table with woven chairs next to the outdoor fireplace area creates an al fresco dining space perfect for enjoying dinner together or just gathering for game night.

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Game Night Al Fresco

Endless rounds of your favorite board game are even more fun when you take in the coastal breeze in the backyard of HGTV Dream Home 2021.

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The lush green lawn is the perfect finishing touch to this multilevel outdoor entertaining space.
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Green and Inviting

The lush green lawn is the perfect finishing touch to this multilevel outdoor entertaining space.

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Pergola Perfection

The covered pergola at the edge of the backyard is a complete outdoor room and adds an additional place to connect and relax outside.

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Outdoor Living Room With Pergola
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Easy Outdoor Living

Placing the pergola on a platform made of all-weather decking gives the space a finished feel and creates visual definition for this outdoor living area.

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Transitional Pergola Style

The navy fabric awning on the backyard pergola provides shade when needed or can open up to create a sun deck for a truly personal outdoor space.

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Outdoor Sitting Area With Ocean View
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Room to Gather

A large sofa with a mix of patterned pillows feels lush and inviting while a trio of smaller pedestal tables can also double as seating, making this a versatile and easy living space.

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Deck With Connect Four
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Dreamy Decking

The all-weather decking used in the pergola area matches the decking found on the stairs and second-story deck of the home to tie this area visually to the rest of the home.

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Standalone Deck and Pergola
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Polished White Accents

The simple, clean lines of the pergola in classic white play off the trim and pillars on the exterior of HGTV Dream Home 2021.

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Hole in One

A putting green just off from the pergola creates a fun outdoor space to play and connect with friends and family.

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Crowd Pleasing Amenities

The backyard of HGTV Dream Home 2021 offers something for everyone, from a custom outdoor kitchen to multiple outdoor living areas and a putting green. This multi-level backyard space makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors year-round.