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Coastal Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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Fletcher Development LLCFletcher Development LLC
Photo of a nautical patio in New York with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Cape Cod Style Farmhouse Renovation/Remodel, Kittery Maine
Cape Cod Style Farmhouse Renovation/Remodel, Kittery Maine
Howell Custom Building GroupHowell Custom Building Group
Rob Karosis, Sabrina Inc
Beach style patio in Boston with an outdoor shower, gravel and no cover.
Organic Modern Outdoor Living
Organic Modern Outdoor Living
Sage Outdoor DesignsSage Outdoor Designs
Ed Gohlich Photography
Design ideas for a coastal patio in San Diego with gravel.
Ranch Redux
Ranch Redux
Uccello Development, LLCUccello Development, LLC
The cottage style exterior of this newly remodeled ranch in Connecticut, belies its transitional interior design. The exterior of the home features wood shingle siding along with pvc trim work, a gently flared beltline separates the main level from the walk out lower level at the rear. Also on the rear of the house where the addition is most prominent there is a cozy deck, with maintenance free cable railings, a quaint gravel patio, and a garden shed with its own patio and fire pit gathering area.
Pebble Beach Home Remodel
Pebble Beach Home Remodel
JET ConstructionJET Construction
Photo of a medium sized nautical back patio in San Luis Obispo with gravel and no cover.
Dune Outdoor Luxuries
Dune Outdoor Luxuries
Dune Outdoor LuxuriesDune Outdoor Luxuries
Photo of a coastal courtyard patio in Brisbane with a fire feature and gravel.
Mahogany Island #4
Mahogany Island #4
Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.
Our client contracted us to design and build a functional and interesting water front project that had to be family friendly!! They wanted a cozy fire pit area that also contained a 3 piece natural rock bubbler. They also wanted a spa area with lounger space for sunbathing as well as a beach area for sandcastles and beach toy storage. No expense was spared with a custom pergola, natural rock retaining and steps as well as landscape lighting and well placed trees and shrubs. Concrete edge and aggregate beds make for a low maintenance dream yard!!
Colorful Patio with Steel Fire Pit
Colorful Patio with Steel Fire Pit
Flame DesignzFlame Designz
Medium sized beach style back patio in Denver with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Ukiyo
Ukiyo
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Design ideas for a medium sized coastal side patio in Cornwall with a fire feature and gravel.
Gardener's Retreat
Gardener's Retreat
Andrew HeiserAndrew Heiser
This is an example of a small coastal back patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, gravel and a roof extension.
Santa Monica Garden House
Santa Monica Garden House
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
This couple is compromise of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Entertains and relaxes.
Hagestadsborg
Hagestadsborg
Fotograf Jonas NorénFotograf Jonas Norén
Photo of a coastal patio in Malmo with gravel and a roof extension.
Landscape and Backyards
Landscape and Backyards
Christiano Homes, Inc.Christiano Homes, Inc.
Landscape/exterior design - Molly Wood Garden Design Design - Mindy Gayer Design Photo - Lane Dittoe
Beach style back patio in Orange County with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Emerald Bay 1
Emerald Bay 1
Western Exposure Photography and MarketingWestern Exposure Photography and Marketing
Medium sized beach style back patio in Orange County with gravel, no cover and fencing.
Beachside BBQ and Picnic Lounge
Beachside BBQ and Picnic Lounge
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
On sunny days, a sail covers the picnic area and shades the outdoor kitchen and bar. Photo: Lesly Hall
Large beach style back patio in Los Angeles with gravel, an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Lake of the Woods
Lake of the Woods
Glas AssociatesGlas Associates
An exterior view of the patio area with a cottage-style feel Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
Inspiration for a beach style back patio in Grand Rapids with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Monarch Bay
Monarch Bay
David A. Kaech & Associates, Inc.David A. Kaech & Associates, Inc.
Bob White
Expansive nautical back patio in Orange County with gravel, a fire feature and a pergola.
Finished Projects
Finished Projects
Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape ArchitectAlan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect
Alan D Holt ASLA Landscape Architect This WaterColor House, designed by Steve Tenace features a raised planter where the Owner can have fruit trees.
Small coastal courtyard patio in Miami with a vegetable patch, gravel and a pergola.
Ranch Redux
Ranch Redux
Uccello Development, LLCUccello Development, LLC
The cottage style exterior of this newly remodeled ranch in Connecticut, belies its transitional interior design. The exterior of the home features wood shingle siding along with pvc trim work, a gently flared beltline separates the main level from the walk out lower level at the rear. Also on the rear of the house where the addition is most prominent there is a cozy deck, with maintenance free cable railings, a quaint gravel patio, and a garden shed with its own patio and fire pit gathering area.
Newport Beach Home Tour
Newport Beach Home Tour
Alfonso DesignsAlfonso Designs
Design ideas for a nautical patio in Orange County with gravel and no cover.

Coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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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