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Contemporary Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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B. Residency
B. Residency
Through The Garden, Inc.Through The Garden, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Covered Outdoor Living Area
Covered Outdoor Living Area
Chaffey Building GroupChaffey Building Group
Photo Credit: Matt Edington
Contemporary back patio in Seattle with a roof extension, a water feature and stamped concrete.
Patio Project
Patio Project
Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.
Earth, Turf & Wood
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in Other with a water feature, brick paving and no cover.
Armock
Armock
Sage and Stone LLCSage and Stone LLC
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front patio in Seattle with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Pasadena
Pasadena
EPTDESIGNEPTDESIGN
Jack Coyier
Contemporary patio in Los Angeles with a water feature.
East Ivanhoe
East Ivanhoe
Modern Outdoor LivingModern Outdoor Living
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Melbourne with a water feature, decking and no cover.
BEVOLO GAS AND ELECTRIC LIGHTS
BEVOLO GAS AND ELECTRIC LIGHTS
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in New Orleans with a water feature and concrete slabs.
Green Meadow, Palo Alto Eichler renovation
Green Meadow, Palo Alto Eichler renovation
Flegel's Construction Co., Inc.Flegel's Construction Co., Inc.
Small side patio with water feature.
Photo of a small contemporary side patio in San Francisco with a water feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Traditional Elegance, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Traditional Elegance, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Gulf Building LLCGulf Building LLC
This 6,000sqft ‪transitional‬-style home that twists ‪‎traditional‬ and ‪‎contemporary‬ ‪style‬. The ‪‎elegant‬ ‪‎black‬ & ‪white‬ contrast the dark ‪‎wood floors‬ with the white ‪kitchen‬ cabinetry and black clean lines of the marble counter tops. All-in-all giving a ‪‎modern‬ touch to this beautiful, traditional , Hamptons-style charmer‬!
Laguna Altura
Laguna Altura
Lee Ann Marienthal GardensLee Ann Marienthal Gardens
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Orange County with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Outdoor Living Areas
Outdoor Living Areas
Urban LandscapeUrban Landscape
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Orange County with a water feature.
Lawrence Park Residence - Toronto, ON.
Lawrence Park Residence - Toronto, ON.
Sander Design Landscape ArchitectureSander Design Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in Toronto with a water feature and concrete slabs.
North Lakes Pool & Entertainment Area
North Lakes Pool & Entertainment Area
Dion Seminara ArchitectureDion Seminara Architecture
The main issues that were identified in this home were a lack of light in the kitchen and a lack of connection to the outdoor area. There was no direct line of sight to the pool area, and there was a very harsh western aspect coming into the terrace area. To combat these problems, a skylight was added to the kitchen area and an internal wall was removed which opened up the internal living spaces. Some large doors were added to connect the outdoor area with the kitchen and allowing a view line to open up to the pool area. This new outdoor area was designed to be split up into two areas, a lounging area and a dining area with a barbeque connection. As the existing home was a project home, the styling for the outdoor area was to be cutting edge, modern contemporary. The interesting roof line with the charcoal roof sheeting was streamlined at the back to add contemporary lines to the new structure. The result is of this styling is an exceptionally warm and inviting outdoor entertainment space. The outdoor entertainment area design provides a relaxing yet luxurious space for the family to gather, whilst offering the opportunity for entertaining friends from within the same space. This dual purpose approach to the design catered specifically to the lifestyle requirements of the occupants.
Alkimos Display Home - Trex Transcend - Spiced Rum
Alkimos Display Home - Trex Transcend - Spiced Rum
WCT DistributorsWCT Distributors
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in Perth with a water feature, tiled flooring and a pergola.
Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Bree Hite DesignBree Hite Design
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Chicago with a water feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home indoor outdoor modern kitchen & poolside di
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home indoor outdoor modern kitchen & poolside di
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home indoor outdoor modern kitchen & poolside dining terrace. Photo by William MacCollum.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary side patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Southwestern project
Southwestern project
Classic Urban HomesClassic Urban Homes
II2
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Dallas with a water feature and no cover.
Huettl
Huettl
Huettl Landscape ArchitectureHuettl Landscape Architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
London shoots
London shoots
MalondaphotosMalondaphotos
Design ideas for a contemporary back patio in Other with a water feature and no cover.
12 The Park Crescent
12 The Park Crescent
Oliver BurnsOliver Burns
From the master bedroom and en-suite lies an inviting outdoor space framed by a spectacular water feature. Here the acoustics of running water and verdant foliage provide a soothing respite in the heart of one of London’s most prestigious enclaves.

Contemporary Patio with a Water Feature 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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