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Contemporary Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Luis Trevino Architects
Luis Trevino Architects
Luis Trevino ArchitectsLuis Trevino Architects
Refurb of a late Victorian Terrace House
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in London with a water feature.
Landmark Doral
Landmark Doral
Concept 2 DesignConcept 2 Design
Concept 2 Design
Inspiration for a small contemporary courtyard patio in Miami with a water feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Sleek Contemporary Backyard
Sleek Contemporary Backyard
Techo-BlocTecho-Bloc
For this project, the Aberdeen large slabs were used in this small backyard to create an intimate outdoor seating area with a fireplace and a dipping pool. These slabs are perfect to make a small backyard appear bigger than it really is thanks to its seamless look.
Swim Spa, Pergola, and Outdoor Living and Dining Areas
Swim Spa, Pergola, and Outdoor Living and Dining Areas
Land Effects Outdoor Living Spaces Ltd.Land Effects Outdoor Living Spaces Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Toronto with a water feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Personal Paradise
Personal Paradise
Presidential Pools, Spas & PatioPresidential Pools, Spas & Patio
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a water feature and tiled flooring.
Gallery - Geometric Vinyl Pools
Gallery - Geometric Vinyl Pools
Betz Pools LimitedBetz Pools Limited
This pool patio in architectural stamped concrete with Wiarton stone coping and ledgerock feature walls is the focal point for entertaining for this suburban family. Located on a corner lot, it has thick sound-resistant cedar fencing and a hedge of densely planted cedars to lend privacy and quiet. The raised portion of the pool wall conveniently seats up to 25. (14 x 28, rectangular)
Nightscape
Nightscape
Arterra Landscape ArchitectsArterra Landscape Architects
This garden is a transformative study of form and volume. It begins solidly in and of the earth, with strong rectangular forms arising and containing water, plantings and passage. The resulting garden feels powerful, monumental and visually compelling. Garden and house are linked at two elevations. Space is created and maximized by the stacking of program functions. Long views are made accessible from the deck above, while visual focus is created in the main garden. Michele Lee Willson Photography
Mutli circle Driveway
Mutli circle Driveway
Westend LandscapesWestend Landscapes
Adhesive Design Clevedon
Contemporary patio in Other with a water feature and brick paving.
2016 Silver Award - Valley Garden Landscapes
2016 Silver Award - Valley Garden Landscapes
LDI (Landscape Design Institute)LDI (Landscape Design Institute)
Design ideas for a contemporary back patio in Sydney with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Northgate Contemporary
Northgate Contemporary
Kirkland Land CareKirkland Land Care
Homeowners were looking for a simple landscape design that went with the style of their home. We created a sprawling patio with plenty of sitting room and two distinct living areas. Landscape includes evergreen plants and interest throughout Winter and Spring.
Linda Isle,Newport Beach
Linda Isle,Newport Beach
Sand and Velvet DesignSand and Velvet Design
Small contemporary courtyard patio in Orange County with a water feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Ohio Residence IV Work in Progress
Ohio Residence IV Work in Progress
Whitacre Greer CompanyWhitacre Greer Company
KGK Gardening & Design Corporation is creating this beautiful entrance space. Thanks! We appreciate you thinking of us. Blend of 50 series pavers in 4x8 and 8x8 bevel with spacing lugs.
Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
Hoke LeyHoke Ley
Blake Worthington, Rebecca Duke
Photo of an expansive contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Relaxing Garden Waterfeature
Relaxing Garden Waterfeature
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
A recirculating custom rock waterfall and dry stream bed create soothing sounds, while the mounded drought tolerant perennials provide a home to pollinators and wildlife.
Front Yard Landscaping
Front Yard Landscaping
Land Creations Landscaping Inc.Land Creations Landscaping Inc.
Jeff Rak
Large contemporary front patio in Cleveland with natural stone paving, a water feature and no cover.
Patio Project
Patio Project
Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.
Earth, Turf & Wood
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Other with a water feature, brick paving and no cover.
Burwell Residence
Burwell Residence
BAR ArchitectsBAR Architects
Matthew Millman | Matthew Millman Photography
Photo of a contemporary patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
Courtyard
Courtyard
Ace AssociatesAce Associates
Photo of a contemporary courtyard patio in Ahmedabad with a water feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Privatgarten Stadtlohn
Privatgarten Stadtlohn
JOSEF PÖTTER GmbHJOSEF PÖTTER GmbH
JOSEF PÖTTER
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Other with a water feature and gravel.
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
Small spaces can provide big challenges. These homeowners wanted to include a lot in their tiny backyard! There were also numerous city restrictions to comply with, and elevations to contend with. The design includes several seating areas, a fire feature that can be seen from the home's front entry, a water wall, and retractable screens. This was a "design only" project. Installation was coordinated by the homeowner and completed by others. Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC

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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