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Tyson
Tyson
Outdoor Artisan, Inc.Outdoor Artisan, Inc.
Photos by BruceSaundersPhotography.com
Medium sized country back patio in Charlotte with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a pergola.
Middletown NJ Waterfront
Middletown NJ Waterfront
GambrickGambrick
Go to www.GAMBRICK.com or call 732.892.1386 for additional information.
Medium sized nautical back patio in New York with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Parlet Residence
Parlet Residence
Richard LuskRichard Lusk
Nick Gingold
Design ideas for a mediterranean back patio in Orange County with a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Whitewing Exterior, Landscape and Additional Photos
Whitewing Exterior, Landscape and Additional Photos
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Backyard landscape
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Outdoor Entertaining
Outdoor Entertaining
Avid Home TheaterAvid Home Theater
Mark Gebhardt Photography
Photo of a large modern back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Cobblestone
Cobblestone
Ascent Custom HomesAscent Custom Homes
Photo of a traditional patio in Milwaukee with natural stone paving and a bar area.
Phantom Screens Impact Award Winner 2016 - Car Show Room
Phantom Screens Impact Award Winner 2016 - Car Show Room
Phantom ScreensPhantom Screens
Phantom Screens, the leading manufacturer of retractable screens in North America, selects Bob Michels Construction of North Oaks, Minnesota as their 2016 Impact Winner. The Phantom Screens Impact Award recognizes residential design and building professionals for using innovative products to deliver cutting edge designs that set them above the rest. Impact Award winners have proven that they are committed to enhancing lifestyles and living spaces by integrating Phantom’s retractable screen products into designs that deliver added value and comfort to today’s homeowner. Bob Michels Construction’s submission is a unique space featuring a car carousel which operates both as a space to highlight the owner’s car collection and the functional purpose to turn cars around and drive out of the showroom. Phantom’s retractable screens turned the open-air ramada into a large entertaining and gathering screened porch area with one touch of a button. “Phantom’s retractable screens were used to achieve a desired mix of modern and traditional finishes,” said Andrew Michels, Vice President of Bob Michels Construction. “Phantom Screens is the only company that allowed the customization of this unique space with a long-lasting and sustainable product.” The winner was selected by a panel of Phantom Screen judges and evaluated primarily on design and creativity, market appeal and livability, and product integration. The winning project received recognition on booth signage at the NAHB International Builders Show, a one-page advertorial feature in Builder magazine, an in depth case study and more! Photography: LandMark Photography
Rettangalore
Rettangalore
Bianchi DesignBianchi Design
Kirk Bianchi created this resort like setting for a couple from Mexico City. They were looking for a contemporary twist on traditional themes, and Luis Barragán was the inspiration. The outer walls were painted a darker color to recede, while floating panels of color and varying heights provided sculptural interest and opportunities for lighting and shadow.
Coastal with French Chateau Characteristics
Coastal with French Chateau Characteristics
Patrick Widing Custom HomesPatrick Widing Custom Homes
Large classic back patio in Detroit with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Spaces with Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters
Outdoor Spaces with Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters
Blinds BrothersBlinds Brothers
Enclosed patio with Weatherwell Aluminum Shutters. Create a private and luxurious outdoor living space with Multi-fold Weatherwell Aluminum Shutters. Blinds Brothers is a Premier Dealer of Weatherwell Aluminum Shutters | Dallas \ Fort Worth
Kiawah Island Beach House (in progress)
Kiawah Island Beach House (in progress)
DeSantana Natural Stone Company, LLCDeSantana Natural Stone Company, LLC
Vicenza Grigio Limestone
Large coastal back patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.
Outdoor Structures
Outdoor Structures
Ettore Masonry Inc.Ettore Masonry Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in Philadelphia with concrete paving, no cover and a bar area.
small space Torrance backyard
small space Torrance backyard
Sandi Fields Landscape DesignSandi Fields Landscape Design
small space backyard for entertainment and play
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and an awning.
2016 Summer Backyard Hot Tub and Furnishings
2016 Summer Backyard Hot Tub and Furnishings
Imagine Backyard LivingImagine Backyard Living
Imagine Backyard Living is the exclusive Arizona retailer of Jacuzzi® and Sundance® spas, two of the most recognized brand-names in hot tubs and makers of the highest-quality spas available. We also partner with the best outdoor furnishing companies in the business.
Private Estate Surrey
Private Estate Surrey
Hill House InteriorsHill House Interiors
Alfresco living © Hill House Interiors
Large contemporary back patio in Surrey with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Herron house
Herron house
Ursula KohlUrsula Kohl
McCourtney
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury patio in Tampa with a gazebo.
Jacuzzi, Pool, and Grill Backyard
Jacuzzi, Pool, and Grill Backyard
Imagine Backyard LivingImagine Backyard Living
Imagine Backyard Living brings together the top brands in spas and hot tubs, patio furniture, landscaping, accessories and maintenance under one roof to create unique and exceptional environments.
Arcadia Custom Home
Arcadia Custom Home
Creative Concrete and MasonryCreative Concrete and Masonry
Modern custom home nestled in quiet Arcadia neighborhood. The expansive glass window wall has stunning views of Camelback Mountain and natural light helps keep energy usage to a minimum. CIP concrete walls also help to reduce the homes carbon footprint while keeping a beautiful, architecturally pleasing finished look to both inside and outside. The artfully blended look of metal, concrete, block and glass bring a natural, raw product to life in both visual and functional way
Gazebos
Gazebos
Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.
Woodridge Deck & Gazebo Co.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Chicago with a pergola.
Retractable Awnings
Retractable Awnings
Air Sun Screen & Awning Inc.Air Sun Screen & Awning Inc.
Markilux M6000 Full-Cassette Motorized Retractable Awning, San Jose, CA
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in San Francisco with an awning.

Blue Patio 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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