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Black Patio with No Cover Ideas and Designs

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Country Patio
Country Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Other with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Idyllic Modern
Idyllic Modern
David Thorne Landscape ArchitectDavid Thorne Landscape Architect
Marion Brenner Photography
Photo of a large contemporary front patio steps in San Francisco with tiled flooring and no cover.
Mosman
Mosman
Harrison's LandscapingHarrison's Landscaping
A truly beautiful garden and pool design to complement an incredible architectural designed harbour view home.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary back patio in Sydney with no cover and a bbq area.
Valparaiso Pool Surround
Valparaiso Pool Surround
NWI Patio ProsNWI Patio Pros
Medium sized traditional back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Cozy, Rustic Patio
Cozy, Rustic Patio
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Rustic back patio in Seattle with natural stone paving, no cover and a fireplace.
Warm Welcome
Warm Welcome
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
A compact yet comfortable contemporary space designed to create an intimate setting for family and friends.
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Lake Home Retreat
Lake Home Retreat
Projects Contemporary FurnitureProjects Contemporary Furniture
Contemporary patio steps in Other with tiled flooring and no cover.
Rooftop Refuge
Rooftop Refuge
Lifescape Colorado.Lifescape Colorado.
Photo of a large contemporary courtyard patio in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
The Thousand Oaks
The Thousand Oaks
Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.
Design ideas for a rural patio in Boise with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Albany Residence - Toronto, ON
Albany Residence - Toronto, ON
Sander Design Landscape ArchitectureSander Design Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a modern patio in Toronto with concrete slabs and no cover.
Sunset Hills
Sunset Hills
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Sitting area at end of swimming pool outside primary suite Landscape design by Meg Rushing Coffee Photo by Dan Arnold
Medium sized retro back patio in Los Angeles with gravel and no cover.
Bringing Natural Light and Air Into The Heart Of The Home.
Bringing Natural Light and Air Into The Heart Of The Home.
Timothy Tasker ArchitectsTimothy Tasker Architects
Contemporary back patio in Oxfordshire with no cover and fencing.
Woods Cove
Woods Cove
UserUser
Photo of a retro patio in Orange County with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and no cover.
Arlington
Arlington
Groff Landscape Design, LLCGroff Landscape Design, LLC
Medium sized modern back patio in DC Metro with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and no cover.
Toronto Design Modern House Interior
Toronto Design Modern House Interior
Bananarch Design StudioBananarch Design Studio
Large industrial back patio in Toronto with concrete slabs and no cover.
Hardscape Highlights
Hardscape Highlights
Ringers Landscape Services, Inc.Ringers Landscape Services, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, no cover and stamped concrete.
Waverly Restoration
Waverly Restoration
MartinPatrick 3MartinPatrick 3
Photo of a modern back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
outdoor kitchen/bar
outdoor kitchen/bar
Dion City Landscapes, IncDion City Landscapes, Inc
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in New York with no cover, tiled flooring and an outdoor kitchen.
Oakwood Walkout Patio
Oakwood Walkout Patio
Liapis Landscape & DesignLiapis Landscape & Design
After - Grilling area, staircase, outdoor living space, shuffle board court, seating wall and cable railing
Inspiration for a modern back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
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

Black Patio with No 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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