Compare Patio Styles
Flat vs Gable vs Raised vs Dome vs Dutch Gable vs Hip End
Not sure which patio roof is right for you? Compare every style at a glance — popularity, relative cost, headroom, airflow, appearance and the best use case for each — then get instant pricing or preview your favourite on a photo of your home.
Patio Styles At A Glance
Relative cost is a guide only ($ = lowest, $$$$ = premium). For an exact, site-specific price use our patio calculator.
| Style | Popularity | Relative Cost | Headroom | Airflow | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat Roof Patio | Most popular | $ (Lowest) | Lower (single slope) | Moderate | Budget-conscious builds and modern homes attaching under the eaves. |
| Gable Patio | Very popular | $$ (Mid) | High (peaked centre) | Excellent | Larger entertaining areas and hot climates where height and airflow matter. |
| Raised (Flyover) Patio | Popular | $$$ (Higher) | Very high | Excellent | Keeping house windows and natural light while gaining height and ventilation. |
| Dome (Curved) Patio | Niche / feature | $$$$ (Premium) | Good (curved profile) | Good | Feature and statement areas where a contemporary curved look is wanted. |
| Dutch Gable Patio | Premium choice | $$$$ (Premium) | High | Very good | Homes wanting a high-end, architectural look that complements hip-roof houses. |
| Hip End Gable Patio | Moderate | $$$ (Higher) | High | Good | Matching the look of an existing hip roof for a seamless, refined finish. |
Every Patio Style Explained
Flat Roof Patio
Most popularThe sleek, budget-friendly all-rounder.
Lower (single slope)
Moderate
Clean, modern, minimal
Pros
- The most cost-effective Colorbond® patio
- Simple, fast to build
- Low-profile look suits most homes
- Easy to attach under an existing roofline
Trade-offs
- Less headroom at the low end
- Lower roof pitch is a more understated look
Best For
Budget-conscious builds and modern homes attaching under the eaves.
Gable Patio
Very popularThe high, open, statement roof.
High (peaked centre)
Excellent
Classic, bold, premium
Pros
- High peaked ceiling feels open and spacious
- Excellent airflow — hot air rises and escapes
- Strong street appeal and a premium look
- Great for big spans and entertaining
Trade-offs
- Costs more than a flat roof
- A larger, more prominent structure
Best For
Larger entertaining areas and hot climates where height and airflow matter.
Raised (Flyover) Patio
PopularLifts above your roofline for height and light.
Very high
Excellent
Open, airy, contemporary
Pros
- Sits above the existing roof for maximum height
- Preserves windows and natural light into the home
- Great ventilation through the raised gap
- Suits double-storey and high-set homes
Trade-offs
- More posts and height add to the cost
- A taller structure to engineer
Best For
Keeping house windows and natural light while gaining height and ventilation.
Dome (Curved) Patio
Niche / featureA soft, architectural curved roofline.
Good (curved profile)
Good
Distinctive, architectural
Pros
- Eye-catching curved profile
- Softens the look of modern homes
- A genuine architectural feature
Trade-offs
- A specialised, premium option
- Less common, so a bolder choice
Best For
Feature and statement areas where a contemporary curved look is wanted.
Dutch Gable Patio
Premium choiceA premium gable-and-hip hybrid.
High
Very good
Premium, refined, traditional
Pros
- Combines a gable peak with hipped ends
- High-end, architectural appearance
- Blends beautifully with hip-roof homes
- Great height and airflow
Trade-offs
- More complex, so a higher cost
- A larger statement structure
Best For
Homes wanting a high-end, architectural look that complements hip-roof houses.
Hip End Gable Patio
ModerateA refined gable that blends with hip roofs.
High
Good
Refined, integrated
Pros
- Hipped ends blend with hip-roof homes
- Refined, integrated appearance
- Good height and a premium finish
Trade-offs
- More complex than a flat or standard gable
- Higher cost than simpler styles
Best For
Matching the look of an existing hip roof for a seamless, refined finish.
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