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Contemporary Patio Ideas and Designs

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Green Planet Remodeling, Inc.Green Planet Remodeling, Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
The Truckee, CA Project (Firepit + Seating + Patios + Outdoor Art)
The Truckee, CA Project (Firepit + Seating + Patios + Outdoor Art)
JTA Stoneworks LLCJTA Stoneworks LLC
Medium sized contemporary side patio in Other with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
A + D Residence
A + D Residence
The Dept of DesignThe Dept of Design
H Creations
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Canberra - Queanbeyan with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
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Contemporary Home for Entertaining
Contemporary Home for Entertaining
Heritage Design StudioHeritage Design Studio
Outdoor kitchen and seating area
Photo of a contemporary patio in Dallas.
Keep Austin Weird!
Keep Austin Weird!
Kakar House Of DesignKakar House Of Design
Photo of a contemporary back patio in Miami with no cover.
Urban Patio
Urban Patio
Angelini and Associates ArchitectsAngelini and Associates Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Detroit with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Private Backyard Resort
Private Backyard Resort
Presidential Pools, Spas & PatioPresidential Pools, Spas & Patio
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Phoenix with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Marquette | 2017
Marquette | 2017
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Cruden Street
Cruden Street
James Jones PhotographyJames Jones Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary back patio in Vancouver with a fireplace, concrete paving and no cover.
Wayville House
Wayville House
Rebecca Ryan ArchitectRebecca Ryan Architect
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Adelaide with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Vue de Catalina
Vue de Catalina
Bianchi DesignBianchi Design
These clients decided to make this home their Catalina Mountain homestead, after living abroad for many years. The prior yard enclosed only a small portion of their available property, and a wall obstructed their city lights view of northern Tucson. We expanded the yard outward to take advantage of the space and to also integrate the topography change into a 360 vanishing edge pool. The home previously had log columns in keeping with a territorial motif. To bring it up to date, concrete cylindrical columns were put in their place, which allowed us to expand the shaded locations throughout the yard in an updated way, as seen by the new retractable canvas shade structures. Constructed by Mike Rowland, you can see how well he pulled off the projects precise detailing of Bianchi's Design. Note the cantilevered concrete steps, the slot of fire in the midst of the spa, the stair treads that don't quite touch the adjacent walls, and the columns that float just above the pool water.
Houston St.
Houston St.
Lyrd InteriorsLyrd Interiors
Photo of a contemporary front patio in Houston with concrete paving and a pergola.
Kingston Avenue
Kingston Avenue
Four Seasons Garden Center & Custom LandscapeFour Seasons Garden Center & Custom Landscape
You Had Me At S’mores! Once some major interior renovation projects were completed it was time for some outdoor updates. Our clients wished to bring new life to the old grass backyard. We wished to give them something to generate neighborhood-envy! This spacious and colorful outdoor room accommodates a dining area and a lounging area with a built-in wood burning fire pit, tailor-made for s’mores. Wishes granted. We used a new Techo Bloc paver product, in their Borealis line. Borealis has a wood-like finish beautifully replicating the variable nature of hardwoods. The new patio has all the rich look and indoor warmth of hardwood flooring with the durability of stone.
Belsize Park
Belsize Park
John Davies LandscapeJohn Davies Landscape
Contemporary back patio in London with a living wall and no cover.
Cleveland Private Residence
Cleveland Private Residence
9th Avenue Designs9th Avenue Designs
Contemporary patio in Cleveland with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a pergola.
The Breathing Wall Residence
The Breathing Wall Residence
LIJO.RENY.architectsLIJO.RENY.architects
Photo of a medium sized contemporary side patio in Other with concrete paving.
Sofronas Residence
Sofronas Residence
Altera LandscapeAltera Landscape
Landscape Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc. / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary back patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete paving and no cover.
Modern San Jose Backyard
Modern San Jose Backyard
Water & Earth Landscape DesignWater & Earth Landscape Design
Even the fireplace. plays with materiality, incorporating split pieces of TimberTech composite decking in the same playful color pallet.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Richmond with a fireplace, no cover and natural stone paving.

Contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.
Lot 40
Lot 40
Marmiro Stones, IncMarmiro Stones, Inc
Deep Blue® sandblasted pavers create a relaxing side patio for the family to gather and enjoy each other's company. The natural whites and gray of the stone compliment the natural elements of the area, as well as the multi-color outdoor fireplace.
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