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Blue Patio Steps Ideas and Designs

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Little Inka
Little Inka
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a farmhouse patio steps in Cornwall.
Peninsula Point
Peninsula Point
TM GRADY BUILDERSTM GRADY BUILDERS
Nautical patio steps in Orange County.
Noosa Retreat
Noosa Retreat
Fluid DesignFluid Design
House Design - Chris Halliday Void Building Design Construction - SX Constructions Photos - Brock Beasley
Photo of a contemporary patio steps in Sunshine Coast.
Contemporary Simplicity
Contemporary Simplicity
ibi designsibi designs
Ed Butera
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio steps in Other with decking and no cover.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
Inspiration for a contemporary courtyard patio steps in San Francisco.
RENSON Das ORGINAL Lamellendach
RENSON Das ORGINAL Lamellendach
Queen of GardensQueen of Gardens
Design ideas for a contemporary patio steps in Dresden.
Formal patio
Formal patio
Mierop Design, FAPLDMierop Design, FAPLD
A formal patio mixes square cut bluestone with accents of brick in a diamond layout. Lisa Mierop
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio steps in New York with no cover and tiled flooring.
Lake Chatuge Fishing Lodge
Lake Chatuge Fishing Lodge
Timberlake Custom HomesTimberlake Custom Homes
Rustic patio steps in Atlanta with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Levin II Residence
Levin II Residence
Process Design Build, L.L.C.Process Design Build, L.L.C.
Contemporary patio steps in Phoenix with concrete slabs.
San Rafael Masonry, Paving & Landscape Installation
San Rafael Masonry, Paving & Landscape Installation
Inscapes LandscapingInscapes Landscaping
Brick walkway in San Rafael
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio steps in San Francisco with brick paving and no cover.
Summer house in Skiathos island - Greece
Summer house in Skiathos island - Greece
hhharchitectshhharchitects
architecture : hhharchitects photos : hhharchitects
This is an example of a mediterranean patio steps in Other with a pergola.
Res4 Modern
Res4 Modern
Structure Works Construction Inc.Structure Works Construction Inc.
Inspiration for a modern patio steps in New York.
Luxury Modern Farmhouse
Luxury Modern Farmhouse
Picture KCPicture KC
This is an example of a rural patio steps in Kansas City.
William Hefner Architecture Interiors & Landscape
William Hefner Architecture Interiors & Landscape
Studio William HefnerStudio William Hefner
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio steps in Los Angeles.
New St. Paul Home
New St. Paul Home
Ben Quie & SonsBen Quie & Sons
Traditional design blends well with 21st century accessibility standards. Designed by architect Jeremiah Battles of Acacia Architects and built by Ben Quie & Sons, this beautiful new home features details found a century ago, combined with a creative use of space and technology to meet the owner’s mobility needs. Even the elevator is detailed with quarter-sawn oak paneling. Feeling as though it has been here for generations, this home combines architectural salvage with creative design. The owner brought in vintage lighting fixtures, a Tudor fireplace surround, and beveled glass for windows and doors. The kitchen pendants and sconces were custom made to match a 1912 Sheffield fixture she had found. Quarter-sawn oak in the living room, dining room, and kitchen, and flat-sawn oak in the pantry, den, and powder room accent the traditional feel of this brand-new home. Design by Acacia Architects/Jeremiah Battles Construction by Ben Quie and Sons Photography by: Troy Thies
Pools & Decks
Pools & Decks
Classic Architectural Concept StoneClassic Architectural Concept Stone
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio steps in Charlotte.
Karori Renovation
Karori Renovation
Wright & Gray: Architects Ltd.Wright & Gray: Architects Ltd.
Paul McCredie
Photo of a contemporary back patio steps in Wellington with decking and a pergola.
Silvermist - Flower Mound, TX
Silvermist - Flower Mound, TX
One Specialty Landscape Design, Pools & HardscapeOne Specialty Landscape Design, Pools & Hardscape
Design ideas for a classic patio steps in Dallas.
Santa Cruz Sustainable
Santa Cruz Sustainable
K & D Landscaping, Inc.K & D Landscaping, Inc.
Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)
Dry Stone Walled Garden
Dry Stone Walled Garden
Llama ArchitectsLlama Architects
A once over grown area, boggy part of the curtilage of this replacement dwelling development. Implementing extensive drainage, tree planting and dry stone walling, the walled garden is now maturing into a beautiful private garden area of this soon to be stunning home development. With sunken dry stone walled private seating area, Box hedging, pleached Hornbeam, oak cleft gates, dry stone walling and wild life loving planting and views over rolling hills and countryside, this garden is a beautiful addition to this developments Landscape Architecture design.

Blue Patio Steps 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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