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Country Manor House
Country Manor House
Hoi Interior Design LtdHoi Interior Design Ltd
Design ideas for a patio steps in Other.
French touch house
French touch house
EMR ArchitectureEMR Architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in London with fencing.
Country Patio
Country Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Other with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
Best of Gallery
Best of Gallery
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
Design ideas for a beach style patio in London.
Castlebar Road
Castlebar Road
OmniformOmniform
Contemporary patio in London.
Little Inka
Little Inka
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a farmhouse patio steps in Cornwall.
Chelsea Flower Show 2023
Chelsea Flower Show 2023
Garden Club London LtdGarden Club London Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in London.
Richmond, Greater London - Ground Floor Side Extension
Richmond, Greater London - Ground Floor Side Extension
MoreSpaceMoreSpace
Photo of a contemporary patio in London with fencing.
The Fuchsia House
The Fuchsia House
Westbury Garden RoomsWestbury Garden Rooms
This is an example of a classic back patio in Essex with a fire feature and no cover.
Award Winning Luxury Georgian Townhouse Renovation
Award Winning Luxury Georgian Townhouse Renovation
HomeconceptsHomeconcepts
Design ideas for a contemporary patio steps in London.
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a roof extension.
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)
Images that Inspired our clients
Images that Inspired our clients
JMS Design Associates 310-552-1644JMS Design Associates 310-552-1644
Photo of a patio in Los Angeles.
Four Hands Furniture
Four Hands Furniture
Urban 57 Home Decor & DesignUrban 57 Home Decor & Design
Photo of a nautical patio in Sacramento.
Barbecue & Outdoor Kitchens
Barbecue & Outdoor Kitchens
Firelight Hearth & PatioFirelight Hearth & Patio
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in Phoenix with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Vivid Interior Design - Danielle LovenVivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven
Hendel Homes Landmark Photography Summer Classics
Design ideas for an expansive classic patio in Minneapolis.
Garden Cabana
Garden Cabana
Environmental Foresight, Inc.Environmental Foresight, Inc.
Scott Feuer
Photo of a traditional patio in San Francisco.
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Shower
Barker Kappelle Construction, LLCBarker Kappelle Construction, LLC
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Hawaii with an outdoor shower.
Naturally Functional
Naturally Functional
Iconic by Kaitlyn WolfeIconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Phoenix with a bar area.

Brown 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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