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DATO RESIDENCE
DATO RESIDENCE
Tate Studio ArchitectsTate Studio Architects
Pool view within the Dato Residence - Architect- Tate Studio Architects Interior- Anita Lang Builder- Marbella Homes, Inc. Photo- Thompson Photographic -
Ross House
Ross House
Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + DesignDotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design
This is an example of a medium sized rustic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Oravetz Summer Home North Carolina
Oravetz Summer Home North Carolina
Darling Residential Architecture and DesignDarling Residential Architecture and Design
Evening at the River Pavilion provides a quiet setting for relaxation and repose, or one can imagine the off the hook parties that will be held here.
Rosegrove Pool & Landscape
Rosegrove Pool & Landscape
Morgan Howarth PhotographyMorgan Howarth Photography
Rosegrove Pool & Landscape
Traditional back patio in DC Metro with an outdoor kitchen.
Urban Ranch RSF
Urban Ranch RSF
McCullough Design Development, Inc.McCullough Design Development, Inc.
Design ideas for an expansive rural back patio in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen and tiled flooring.
Ibis - West Palm Beach
Ibis - West Palm Beach
Fischman Outdoor KitchensFischman Outdoor Kitchens
This is an example of a world-inspired back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a roof extension.
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.
Kirkland Outdoor Living
Kirkland Outdoor Living
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Requirements for this new outdoor living space included letting lots of light into the space and home and maximizing the square footage for outdoor dining and gathering. The wood finishes are all clear cedar which has been stained to match the existing colors on the home. The masonry is real veneer stone (Moose Mountain). This project maximizes this family's time spent outside by including heaters (Infratech) as well as the gas-burning fireplace. The entire backyard was redesigned to create as large an outdoor living space as was permittable as well as space for a hot tub, pathway, planting and a large trampoline. The result is a very cohesive and welcoming space. William Wright Photography
Various Projects
Various Projects
Green Leaf LandscapingGreen Leaf Landscaping
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in Austin with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Haus B. - Cala Pi / Mallorca
Haus B. - Cala Pi / Mallorca
Gerald Hennings Interior DesignGerald Hennings Interior Design
Design ideas for a coastal back patio in Palma de Mallorca with a roof extension.
New Urban Garden
New Urban Garden
SED DesignSED Design
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Philadelphia with a water feature, brick paving and a pergola.
Southwestern Contemporary
Southwestern Contemporary
Janet Brooks DesignJanet Brooks Design
Stone walls reaching from inside the home create monolithic forms as well as protection for this outdoor living area. Open slots in the wall almost feel like windows.
Spitzer Residence
Spitzer Residence
Linton ArchitectsLinton Architects
Lissa Gotwals
Photo of a retro back patio steps in Raleigh with a pergola and decking.
Casual Sophistication - Atlanta
Casual Sophistication - Atlanta
T.S. Adams Studio, ArchitectsT.S. Adams Studio, Architects
This is an example of a classic back patio in Atlanta with a fireplace.
Our Work
Our Work
Earth Green LandsEarth Green Lands
Large classic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Currell Outdoor Living
Currell Outdoor Living
The LaRocque GroupThe LaRocque Group
Photos by Brad Adcock
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Kitchen - California
Outdoor Kitchen - California
Fire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson CompanyFire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson Company
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Silverleaf Residence - Outdoor Kitchen
Silverleaf Residence - Outdoor Kitchen
| SPIRAL ARCHITECTS || SPIRAL ARCHITECTS |
The outdoor kitchen features a gas-fired commercial pizza oven, 54" Wolf barbecue grill, soapstone counters, reclaimed barn wood cabinets, and exterior sink. The space is enclosed with aged wood beams, wood decking, wrought iron window grilles, and chicago common brick hardscape. Design Principal: Gene Kniaz, Spiral Architects; General Contractor: Eric Linthicum, Linthicum Custom Builders
Paradise Valley IV
Paradise Valley IV
Merit LandworksMerit Landworks
Mark Boisclair Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature and a gazebo.
Paradise Valley Residence
Paradise Valley Residence
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Brown Back 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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