Design Options for Patio Carport Understanding Your Choices

Design Options for Patio & Carport Roofs – Understanding Your Choices

Design Options for Patio & Carport roofs play a major role in how your outdoor area looks, feels, and performs year-round. Whether you're building a DIY insulated patio for comfort or a carport kit to protect your vehicle, choosing the right structure and roof style ensures your kit suits your home, your space, and your local weather conditions.

At Online Patios, we offer a wide range of Design Options for Patio & Carport projects to suit both modern and traditional homes. The first key decision is your roofing material. Many customers choose insulated roof panels because they reduce heat transfer and improve comfort in summer and winter. Others prefer a single-skin metal roof, which is a lightweight and affordable solution with excellent durability and weather resistance.

The second major choice is roof shape and layout. Popular styles include skillion roofs, which feature a clean single slope and a modern look, and gable roofs, which provide strong drainage performance and a classic design. Selecting the best roof shape ensures your structure handles rain flow properly and looks balanced with your existing home.

✅ Main Patio & Carport Structure Types

When choosing from the available Design Options for Patio & Carport kits, it explain which attachment method works best for your home:

1. Flyover

A flyover patio or carport is raised above the existing roofline and supported using extenda or fascia riser brackets.

Pros:

Better airflow and ventilation (cooler underneath)

Adds extra height and an open feel

Great for modern homes needing extra clearance

Best for: homes that need airflow and high ceiling height.

2. Fixed to Wall

This design is attached directly to the wall of your home, with the roof sloping away.

Pros:

Strong and integrated finish

Most cost-effective attachment option

Great for patios directly outside living areas

Best for: simple, budget-friendly builds.

3. Fixed to Fascia

This is mounted to the fascia board instead of the wall.

Pros:

Allows more projection (coverage)

Ideal when wall fixing isn’t possible

Great for certain roof structures

Best for: homes with limited wall attachment space.

4. Freestanding

A standalone structure supported entirely by posts.

Pros:

Can be placed anywhere on the property

Perfect for carports, pool areas, or entertainment spaces

No modifications to the house required

Best for: carports and separate outdoor zones.

✅ Customisation & Support

Online Patios kits can be customised to suit your exact size requirements, wind rating needs, roof style, and finish. We also offer multiple colour and fascia options to match your home design.

📌 Note: If the Design Options for Patio & Carport kits you want aren’t listed online, email us at orders@onlinepatios.com.au

or call 1300 156 381 — we can tailor a kit to your requirements.