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Brown Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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Garden Room Airbnb Annexe, Dorset
Garden Room Airbnb Annexe, Dorset
Coral InteriorsCoral Interiors
Harbour View Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional back patio in Dorset with gravel and no cover.
Crestway
Crestway
Daddy's HandsDaddy's Hands
Photo of a classic back patio in Austin with gravel.
Our Work
Our Work
D&B Lawn Care & Landscape, LLCD&B Lawn Care & Landscape, LLC
Photo of a small classic back patio in St Louis with gravel and no cover.
Monarch Beach
Monarch Beach
M. Elle DesignM. Elle Design
This is an example of a mediterranean back patio in Orange County with gravel and no cover.
Cut Flagstone Patio in Albuquerque, NM
Cut Flagstone Patio in Albuquerque, NM
Steve Shelly LandscapesSteve Shelly Landscapes
This is an example of a medium sized back patio in Albuquerque with gravel and no cover.
Natural Stone and Pea Gravel Patio and Firepit, per Client's Specs.
Natural Stone and Pea Gravel Patio and Firepit, per Client's Specs.
Ohana Natural Landscaping LLCOhana Natural Landscaping LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Richmond with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Cedar Fences
Cedar Fences
Split Rail Fence Co Denver COSplit Rail Fence Co Denver CO
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Denver with gravel and no cover.
Rustic Patio
Rustic Patio
Medium sized rustic back patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Hot Tub Enclosures
Hot Tub Enclosures
T & T Woodworks LTDT & T Woodworks LTD
hot tub with custom wooden enclosure
This is an example of a back patio in Calgary with a water feature, gravel and a gazebo.
backyard retreat in town Atlanta
backyard retreat in town Atlanta
Cynthia Karegeannes, Registered ArchitectCynthia Karegeannes, Registered Architect
Outdoor firepit and craftsman style outbuilding provide backdrop for grilling and entertaining.
Design ideas for a classic patio in Atlanta with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Fishtown Row
Fishtown Row
Wyant ArchitectureWyant Architecture
A barren and underutilized concrete yard was transformed into a beautiful urban garden.
This is an example of a small classic back patio in Philadelphia with a living wall, gravel and no cover.
MTLA - S. Residence
MTLA - S. Residence
UserUser
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Los Angeles with gravel and an outdoor shower.
Free Standing Poolside Arbor
Free Standing Poolside Arbor
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Large contemporary back patio in Dallas with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.
Backyard Gardens
Backyard Gardens
Durable GreenbedDurable Greenbed
Raised Garden Planters Durable Greenbed
Design ideas for a vintage side patio in Other with gravel.
Branxholm Park House, Scottish Borders
Branxholm Park House, Scottish Borders
Inside Story PhotographyInside Story Photography
Inside Story Photography - Tracey Bloxham
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in Other with gravel, a fire feature and a pergola.
Lain Project
Lain Project
Outdoor Artisan, Inc.Outdoor Artisan, Inc.
Photo by: Bruce Saunders with Connectivity Group, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.
Townhouse
Townhouse
Purple Monkey InteriorsPurple Monkey Interiors
Erika Tamassy
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in New Orleans with a fire feature, no cover and gravel.
2015 Parade of Homes Judges Favorite Overall House in the Trails
2015 Parade of Homes Judges Favorite Overall House in the Trails
Anderson Fine HomesAnderson Fine Homes
Open space, indoor/outdoor living. Built-in outdoor grilling area.
Contemporary side patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and gravel.
Gallery
Gallery
Warren's Outdoor LivingWarren's Outdoor Living
Photo of a large classic back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and no cover.
Chulainn- A
Chulainn- A
Apex Design & DraftingApex Design & Drafting
This is an example of a medium sized rustic back patio in Other with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.

Brown Patio with Gravel 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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