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Contemporary Patio with a Fireplace Ideas and Designs

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Design ideas for a contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a pergola and a fireplace.
Austin Hacienda
Austin Hacienda
Ryan Street ArchitectsRyan Street Architects
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Austin with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Dana Point Contemporary
Dana Point Contemporary
Living Gardens Landscape DesignLiving Gardens Landscape Design
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
The Social Distancing Yard
The Social Distancing Yard
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Dallas with a fireplace, stamped concrete and a pergola.
Drendel Project
Drendel Project
Lucy and CompanyLucy and Company
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Charlotte with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Stanhope House
Stanhope House
AD DESIGN DEVELOPAD DESIGN DEVELOP
Julian Gries
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Melbourne with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a pergola.
САДОВАЯ ГОСТИНАЯ
САДОВАЯ ГОСТИНАЯ
BLOCKSTUDIOBLOCKSTUDIO
Фото - Сергей Ананьев
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Moscow with decking, a pergola and a fireplace.
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Joshua Caldwell
This is an example of an expansive contemporary patio in Salt Lake City with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Estancia Residence
Estancia Residence
Tom Archer Custom Homes & Design, LLCTom Archer Custom Homes & Design, LLC
Contemporary patio in Phoenix with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Saratoga Creek House
Saratoga Creek House
WA Design ArchitectsWA Design Architects
Photo credit: WA design
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in San Francisco with no cover, concrete slabs and a fireplace.
101 Ericas Lane
101 Ericas Lane
Jason Thomas ArchitectJason Thomas Architect
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary back patio in New York with a fireplace.
Bikini Bottom Beach House
Bikini Bottom Beach House
Emily Moss DesignsEmily Moss Designs
Photo of a contemporary patio in Tampa with a fireplace, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Outdoor Entertaining Area - Light
Outdoor Entertaining Area - Light
Stratti Building GroupStratti Building Group
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Sydney with a fireplace and a roof extension.
West 57th St, Minneapolis, MN
West 57th St, Minneapolis, MN
Sustainable Nine Design + BuildSustainable Nine Design + Build
Gorgeous patio area under the deck making it perfect for entertainment even if it's raining!
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in Minneapolis with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Photo of a large contemporary courtyard patio in Phoenix with tiled flooring, no cover and a fireplace.
Bellaire Blvd. Residence
Bellaire Blvd. Residence
Hollenbeck ArchitectsHollenbeck Architects
Outdoor Living
Expansive contemporary back patio in Houston with a roof extension, a fireplace and concrete slabs.
Lane Cove lifestlye garden: house renovation, pizza over, vertical garden
Lane Cove lifestlye garden: house renovation, pizza over, vertical garden
Banksia Design Group Andrew Davies designerBanksia Design Group Andrew Davies designer
Andrew Davies, Heather Miles.
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in Sydney with a fireplace and no cover.
Medina | Custom Home
Medina | Custom Home
John Buchan HomesJohn Buchan Homes
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in Seattle with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Contemporary Farmhouse
Contemporary Farmhouse
Madigan Custom HomesMadigan Custom Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Austin with a fireplace.
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.

Contemporary Patio with a Fireplace 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.
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