How HGTV's Property Brothers' Upgrade An Ordinary Backyard Patio To A Private Oasis

Famed for their dazzling home makeovers and renovations, the Property Brothers consistently inspire HGTV viewers with almost unimaginable overhauls. Jonathan and Drew Scott are known for pulling plenty of design tricks from their proverbial hats, turning an ordinary space into a private oasis. And in HGTV's "Celebrity IOU," the TV twins help A-listers turn the tables on their favorite people. We can't stop thinking about actor Mandy Moore's super thoughtful patio makeover and how this could be recreated at home with affordability in mind. 

The "Celebrity IOU" shows prove that every outdoor space can be turned into a retreat. Admittedly, it's sometimes a giant leap to envision your own outdoor space turning out like the ones in these makeovers, where money clearly isn't an issue. In the real world, most of us want to find ways to save and still get the look we want. The real takeaway is how the Property Brothers work with the space rather than fighting against it, which is super important for makeovers of any size and budget. Obviously, you can't add square footage to your backyard, but you can use tricks to maximize the space you have and turn your backyard into a dream oasis the Property Brothers would approve of.

Since the "Celebrity IOU" show is made for entertainment, the Mandy Moore upgrade had all the bells and whistles thrown at it, which isn't affordable for most of us. When your outdoor living space can use a budget-friendly makeover, there's plenty of inspiration to take from the episode. The Scott brothers installed a pergola patio cover to make the good times last despite the weather. While the twins opted for an expensive motorized pergola, other options offer an affordable and stylish backyard upgrade where your parties will go on, rain or shine. Consider the HAPPATIO Aluminum Pergola for a substantial fixture with a cozy woodgrain look. 

Our favorite addition, however, is the state-of-the-art kitchen. To add a kitchen to your outdoor space you could start with a small refrigerator to keep beverages and snacks cold, and an outdoor grilling station entertainment space that makes feeding your hungry crew a breeze. The brothers placed a long fire table between a set of comfy outdoor chairs and a sofa to give the space some extra cozy vibes. You can achieve a similar aesthetic with a DIY washing machine drum backyard fire pit for roasting s'mores or cuddling up by on a chilly night. What impressed us most was how the Property Brothers separated the space into three distinct areas — kitchen, dining, and lounging — which is easy to recreate by shifting around your outdoor furniture and the strategic placement of the TV.