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Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
Oak Framed Garage, Harrogate
Oak Framed Garage, Harrogate
architecture:ab ltdarchitecture:ab ltd
Green Oak Garden Room
Photo of a medium sized rural back patio in Other with brick paving and a pergola.
Custom Pergolas
Custom Pergolas
Broward Landscape, Inc.Broward Landscape, Inc.
Pergola, Outdoor Kitchen Ivory Travertine
Inspiration for an expansive modern back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Lake Front Country Estate
Lake Front Country Estate
Markalunas Architecture GroupMarkalunas Architecture Group
Lake Front Country Estate Outdoor Living, designed by Tom Markalunas, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
This is an example of a large classic back patio in Other with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Los Cerros
Los Cerros
Imprints Landscape ArchitectureImprints Landscape Architecture
This is an example of a classic back patio in San Francisco with a pergola.
East Hampton Home
East Hampton Home
Elizabeth Kohn DesignElizabeth Kohn Design
Large traditional back patio in New York with natural stone paving and a pergola.
De Soto, KS Patio
De Soto, KS Patio
Maverick Landscaping, Porch and PatioMaverick Landscaping, Porch and Patio
Medium sized country back patio in Kansas City with concrete slabs, a pergola and a bbq area.
Purple Rain
Purple Rain
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Small classic back patio in Minneapolis with a fireplace, brick paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Centered on an arched pergola, the gas grill is convenient to bar seating, the refrigerator and the trash receptacle. The pergola ties into other wood structures on site and the circular bar reflects a large circular bluestone insert on the patio.
Boise Passive House
Boise Passive House
UserUser
To ensure peak performance, the Boise Passive House utilized triple-pane glazing with the A5 aluminum window, Air-Lux Sliding door, and A7 swing door. Each product brings dynamic efficiency, further affirming an air-tight building envelope. The increased air-seals, larger thermal breaks, argon-filled glazing, and low-E glass, may be standard features for the Glo Series but they provide exceptional performance just the same. Furthermore, the low iron glass and slim frame profiles provide clarity and increased views prioritizing overall aesthetics despite their notable efficiency values.
Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse
Cliffside Farmhouse // Modern Farmhouse
Younger HomesYounger Homes
Large rural back patio in Austin with decking, a roof extension and a bar area.
Single Family Outdoor Living
Single Family Outdoor Living
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Inspiration for a medium sized back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon
Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon
Westlake Development Group, LLCWestlake Development Group, LLC
Justin Krug Photography
Photo of an expansive rural back patio in Portland with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Alexander Valley View
Alexander Valley View
TOTAL CONCEPTSTOTAL CONCEPTS
Rural back patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Schiff Patio
Schiff Patio
Design PlatformDesign Platform
Modern outdoor patio expansion. Indoor-Outdoor Living and Dining. Poured concrete walls, steel posts, bluestain pine ceilings, skylights, standing seam metal roof, firepit, and modern landscaping. Photo by Jess Blackwell
Indoor Outdoor Tropical Living
Indoor Outdoor Tropical Living
Pu'uwai Design & ConstructionPu'uwai Design & Construction
This Hawaii home built on Kauai's south shore is the perfect mix of modern and traditional design. The use of natural wood and white board and batten paneling create the perfect mix of relaxed elegance. The square teak columns speak to the contemporary design, while the reed thatch Pai Pai with natural log columns is a nod at times gone by. The whole home has an indoor-outdoor design that welcomes in the lush tropical landscape and ocean views.
Family Home
Family Home
Studio AugustineStudio Augustine
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in London with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Urban Frenzy
Urban Frenzy
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
The loveseat and pergola provide a shady resting spot behind the garage in this city garden.
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back patio in Chicago with a potted garden, brick paving and a pergola.
Cozy Pavillion in Aldie
Cozy Pavillion in Aldie
Pristine AcresPristine Acres
Inspiration for a rustic back patio in DC Metro with a gazebo and a fireplace.
CASA MAS SALLENT CERDANYA
CASA MAS SALLENT CERDANYA
Jordi Miralles FotografiaJordi Miralles Fotografia
Inspiration for a farmhouse back patio in Other with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Back Patio with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
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