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Back Patio with Decking Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor BBQ islands
Outdoor BBQ islands
Diamond K Woodworks LLCDiamond K Woodworks LLC
This is an example of a medium sized rural back patio in San Francisco with decking and a pergola.
Palms Residence
Palms Residence
Electric BoweryElectric Bowery
Design ideas for a contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Home Remodel
Home Remodel
Brooks & Company LLCBrooks & Company LLC
Werner Segarra Photography Inc. www.wsphoto.net
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a water feature, decking and an awning.
Elsternwick Addition
Elsternwick Addition
Sketch Building DesignSketch Building Design
Matthew Ware
Design ideas for a small contemporary back patio in Melbourne with no cover and decking.
Second Story Deck and Patio Cover
Second Story Deck and Patio Cover
TnT Builders IncTnT Builders Inc
The original deck was resurfaced with TimberTech Legacy composite decking and the railing replaced with TimberTech Impressions hand rail. To make the deck more usable, the gable end patio cover was added to provide both protection from the rain and shade from the sun.
Alfresco Dining & Living
Alfresco Dining & Living
Donna Guyler DesignDonna Guyler Design
Donna Guyler Design
Photo of a large nautical back patio in Gold Coast - Tweed with a roof extension and decking.
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a roof extension.
Property Brothers At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House
Property Brothers At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House
Breeze Giannasio InteriorsBreeze Giannasio Interiors
Meghan Bob Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Los Angeles with decking and an awning.
Outdoor Kitchen Oasis
Outdoor Kitchen Oasis
Bailey Design StudioBailey Design Studio
Photo of an expansive urban back patio in Orlando with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a roof extension.
Extended 20' Outdoor Kitchen
Extended 20' Outdoor Kitchen
WWOO Concrete Outdoor Kitchens, LLCWWOO Concrete Outdoor Kitchens, LLC
Extended 20' Concrete Outdoor Kitchen with plenty of storage space below countertop along with additional
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Devonwood Midcentury
Devonwood Midcentury
Neo and AssociatesNeo and Associates
This is an example of a midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with decking and a roof extension.
Flex Roof
Flex Roof
Armadillo Convertible Room SolutionsArmadillo Convertible Room Solutions
Available in different fabrics and colors. All products are custom made. We chose the top-rated "Gennius Awning" for our FlexRoof. The FlexRoof is a roller-roof system, from KE Durasol Awnings, one of the best rated awning companies. The FlexRoof is more unique than traditional awnings on the market, such as retractable awnings. The FlexRoof is built onto a pergola-type frame (or mounted onto a FlexRoom) which aesthetically enhances your outdoor space and adds function as an outdoor room. The FlexRoof provides overhead protection from outdoor elements with design and innovation. Our FlexRoof can be installed together with or separately from a FlexRoom. All FlexRoofs are custom designed and are available in a variety of frame options, fabrics, and colors. Lights and/or speaker installations are optional.
Decks & Patios
Decks & Patios
TH Remodeling & Renovations Inc.TH Remodeling & Renovations Inc.
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Design ideas for a classic back patio in Minneapolis with decking and no cover.
Pool and Spa
Pool and Spa
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
We definitely approve of this backyard retreat featuring a guest house with double entry doors, large swimming pool, spa, and luxury landscaping.
Large mediterranean back patio in Phoenix with a water feature, decking and a gazebo.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Third Space Builders, LLC.Third Space Builders, LLC.
Bi-Level Deck Custom Planter Boxes Custom Radius Benches Integral Lighting Kayu Batu Lumber Outdoor Dining
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Columbus with a fire feature, a pergola and decking.
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Meydenbauer Bay Residence
Urban RestorationUrban Restoration
Haris Kenjar
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
Laenani
Laenani
Maui Built HomesMaui Built Homes
Fabulous Outdoor Living Space
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Hawaii with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a roof extension.
Atlantic Beach, Fl
Atlantic Beach, Fl
Cynthia Burns Landscape DesignCynthia Burns Landscape Design
Homeowner loves their new infrared grill!!
Photo of a small beach style back patio in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Modern Patio
Modern Patio
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in Sydney with decking.

Back Patio with Decking 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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