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Back Patio with Decomposed Granite Ideas and Designs

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Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
Small spaces can provide big challenges. These homeowners wanted to include a lot in their tiny backyard! There were also numerous city restrictions to comply with, and elevations to contend with. The design includes several seating areas, a fire feature that can be seen from the home's front entry, a water wall, and retractable screens. This was a "design only" project. Installation was coordinated by the homeowner and completed by others. Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC
Ravenna Bungalow
Ravenna Bungalow
Hayes Landscape Design ServicesHayes Landscape Design Services
This is an example of a small classic back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a pergola.
TPR Ranch
TPR Ranch
inContourinContour
Gathering Area. Sustainable Landscape Architecture design. Naturalistic design style, highlighting the architecture and situating the home in it's natural landscape within the first growing season. Large Private Ranch in Emigrant, Montana. Architecture by Formescent Architects | Photography by Jon Menezes
Provence on the North Shore
Provence on the North Shore
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
Photo of an expansive classic back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and a pergola.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
Design ideas for a mediterranean back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor shower, decomposed granite and no cover.
Alfresco Living
Alfresco Living
Scot Eckley, Inc.Scot Eckley, Inc.
Photography by: Alex Hayden
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Seattle with no cover and decomposed granite.
Stark Punk
Stark Punk
Colossus Mfg.Colossus Mfg.
Custom design and hand painted geometric mural on refurbished carport turned dining area, with recessed lighting, and a light wood outdoor dining table and chairs. Outdoor fire pit and lounge chairs.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.
Outdoor Living by McCarthy Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Richardson
Richardson
Chris Merenda-Axtell Interior DesignChris Merenda-Axtell Interior Design
exterior, beige siding, bushes, Chris Merenda-Axtel Interior Design, covered patio, decomposed granite, granite patio, outdoor chaise lounge, outdoor fire pit, outdoor potted plant, shrubs, stone fire pit, vines, wicker , summer classics furniture dreagan Photographer, David Gibson landscape design
Madison Valley
Madison Valley
Orion RockscapesOrion Rockscapes
Photo Credit: Will Austin, willaustin.com
Medium sized modern back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
Menlo Park garden
Menlo Park garden
Sycamore DesignSycamore Design
This intimate garden utilizes a no-mow lawn, a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and ipe-deck. Photo Credit: Megan Keely
Medium sized contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Modern Contemporary
Modern Contemporary
RJWC DevelopmentRJWC Development
Inspiration for a modern back patio in Phoenix with a fireplace, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
VanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas CityVanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas City
Pergola and chair backs were painted to match the hanging chair. Photo by VanElders Design Studio.
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in Kansas City with a living wall, decomposed granite and a pergola.
Backyard landscape with Asian influence
Backyard landscape with Asian influence
Interactive LandscapesInteractive Landscapes
Medium sized contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Rancho Mission Viejo Contemporary Outdoor Living
Rancho Mission Viejo Contemporary Outdoor Living
Design FocusDesign Focus
This outdoor living area is perfect for entertaining year round. The adjacent stone and Oceanside glass tile fountain provides ambient sound. The fully motorized screening keeps things cozy in the evening to relax and watch TV outdoors.
Bright English Beach Cottage
Bright English Beach Cottage
Alison Kandler Interior DesignAlison Kandler Interior Design
David Tsay for HGTV Magazine
Romantic back patio in Los Angeles with decomposed granite and no cover.
The Miller
The Miller
Architects MagnusArchitects Magnus
Kids at play in the yard.
This is an example of a modern back patio in San Diego with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
West Side Backyard
West Side Backyard
Heart Springs Landscape Design, LLCHeart Springs Landscape Design, LLC
Inspiration for a mediterranean back patio in Other with decomposed granite.
Fire Pit Among Turf, ADU, and Vegetable Garden
Fire Pit Among Turf, ADU, and Vegetable Garden
Landscape LogicLandscape Logic
This is how it turned out. Concrete with an accent of flagstone; seatwall w/concrete cap; artificial turf; D.G. pathway; raised wooden garden boxes. By Tony Vitale
Oakland Hills Residence
Oakland Hills Residence
Miller Landscape ArchitectureMiller Landscape Architecture
Design ideas for a large mediterranean back patio in San Francisco with a water feature, decomposed granite and a pergola.

Back Patio with Decomposed Granite 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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