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Contemporary Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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The Vanberstarren
The Vanberstarren
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Bridge floating over a 48 linear feet long pond connecting main entrance to driveway
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Toronto with a water feature, gravel and a pergola.
Saratoga Contemporary
Saratoga Contemporary
Design Focus InternationalDesign Focus International
@ Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Large contemporary front patio in San Francisco with a water feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Contemporary Craftsman Water Feature - Brookfield
Contemporary Craftsman Water Feature - Brookfield
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
The water feature in this project is a stainless steel weir in split-face granite fieldstone retaining wall. Westhauser Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in Milwaukee with a water feature and gravel.
Calabria
Calabria
NadaNada
Patio con plantas, fuente y mobiliario exterior.
Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard patio in Barcelona with a water feature.
Sugarloaf Alley
Sugarloaf Alley
Brad Ramsey InteriorsBrad Ramsey Interiors
This is an example of a small contemporary courtyard patio in Nashville with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Hermosa Drive
Hermosa Drive
Janiece Snyder DesignsJaniece Snyder Designs
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Dining Pavilion
Dining Pavilion
Braitman Design StudioBraitman Design Studio
The outdoor dining table is integrated with the raised pond Photo Credit: Roger Foley
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
Orinda Outdoor Space
Orinda Outdoor Space
Maria Tenaglia DesignMaria Tenaglia Design
Robert Whitworth Creative
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a water feature, brick paving and a roof extension.
Dallas, TX: Scott & Melissa
Dallas, TX: Scott & Melissa
Sarah GreenmanSarah Greenman
Sarah Greenman © 2012 Houzz,
Contemporary patio in Dallas with a water feature.
MId Century Modern Remodel Addition
MId Century Modern Remodel Addition
Webber + Studio, ArchitectsWebber + Studio, Architects
Casey Dunn Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Austin with decking, a pergola and a water feature.
Safe and Entertainment Space
Safe and Entertainment Space
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
Hedges of Catalina Cherry, a shrub that thrives in Pasadena's hot, dry summers lines the left side of this patio. Its (edible!) cherries draw birds in autumn, while its blooms do the same in spring. It makes a great exchange for an all too ubiquitous ficus hedge.
Crawford Residence
Crawford Residence
The Garden Artist LLCThe Garden Artist LLC
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Boise with a water feature, stamped concrete and no cover.
Avery Island Resin Wicker Sectional
Avery Island Resin Wicker Sectional
BBQGuysBBQGuys
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in New Orleans with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
A Patio Where Linear Meets Natural
A Patio Where Linear Meets Natural
Merrifield Garden CenterMerrifield Garden Center
Stone slabs then mortared stone on concrete form a staircase within boulder walls. Together they terrace a significant slope. Design and installation by Merrifield Garden Center. Photo: Wayne Boyland.
2016 Northwest Natural Street of Dreams – Quintessence
2016 Northwest Natural Street of Dreams – Quintessence
Northwest Dream Homes, LLCNorthwest Dream Homes, LLC
Stephen Tamiesie
Inspiration for a large contemporary front patio in Portland with a water feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
SK Ranch_Pool Pavilion
SK Ranch_Pool Pavilion
BK.Architect LLCBK.Architect LLC
Eric Laignel
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Austin with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a water feature.
Zelking Residence
Zelking Residence
Revive Landscape DesignRevive Landscape Design
Copyright Protected by: Lori Brookes Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in San Diego with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Multi-Level Flagstone Patio with Fieldstone Retaining Walls and Water Feature
Multi-Level Flagstone Patio with Fieldstone Retaining Walls and Water Feature
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Mid Century Backyard Renovation - Raleigh Hills, OR
Mid Century Backyard Renovation - Raleigh Hills, OR
Landscape East & WestLandscape East & West
Acid etched concrete water feature with Mexican pebbles Photo: Stephen Cridland
Large contemporary back patio in Portland with natural stone paving, a water feature 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.

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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