Use a GARAGE or large shed for a hang-out retreat. This would be a great place to chill with an outdoor grilling area. (can easily lay a stone "patio") It's like an enclosed porch, but not connected to the house. I'd rather have this than a garge
Light The natural light coming in from the window in this photo manages to create outstanding pasterns which carry out through the room, this is an incredible way of light interacting with a building.