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Contemporary Purple Patio Ideas and Designs

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Balcony Railings With Stainless Steel Cable Rail
Balcony Railings With Stainless Steel Cable Rail
Stainless Cable RailingStainless Cable Railing
Happy Customer in San Francisco California.
Contemporary patio in Portland.
PCH Modern
PCH Modern
Burdge & Associates ArchitectsBurdge & Associates Architects
PCH Modern Mediterranean Home by Burdge Architects Malibu, CA
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and an awning.
Guggenhill Residence
Guggenhill Residence
KA DesignWorksKA DesignWorks
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Cooke Santa Barbara Fire Pit Table
Cooke Santa Barbara Fire Pit Table
COOKECOOKE
This is a great example of how Cooke accommodates the design needs of our customers. This Santa Barbara fire pit table compliments this compact patio space by blending in, not being too noisy or obtrusive. The grey powdercoat color leaves an opportunity for a bright accent piece, colorful flora, furniture, and lighting to play a larger role in visually defining this space. Our customers love being able to use Cooke colors to bring a theme and a feeling of completeness to their outdoor space. We'd also like to point out that this is a propane model. The refillable tank is neatly stored in the base of the table, accessed via the small door visible in this picture. This is a great option for those who like rearranging their spaces. Natural gas models are also available. The small silver dial underneath the table top offers precise and safe flame control.
Modern Residence
Modern Residence
Taylor Lombardo ArchitectsTaylor Lombardo Architects
Adrián Gregorutti
Photo of a contemporary courtyard patio in San Francisco with no cover, a fire feature and gravel.
LaCantina Doors
LaCantina Doors
LaCantina DoorsLaCantina Doors
Contemporary patio in San Diego.
Unilock Arcana + Mattoni
Unilock Arcana + Mattoni
J.C. Benjamin Stone Co.J.C. Benjamin Stone Co.
This is an example of a contemporary patio.
Indoor/Outdoor Spaces
Indoor/Outdoor Spaces
Bertolami InteriorsBertolami Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary patio in San Francisco.
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
Tufnell Road
Tufnell Road
YKDesignsYKDesigns
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Brisbane with decking and a roof extension.
Outdoor Porcelain Tile Pool/Patio Design
Outdoor Porcelain Tile Pool/Patio Design
Bergen Brick Stone & Tile CompanyBergen Brick Stone & Tile Company
Outdoor Porcelain Tile from Mountain Hardscaping. In Photo: Quartz Silver with Bluestone Stair Treads | Installation done by: Thomas Flint Landscape Design & Development
Del Mar Exterior Renovation
Del Mar Exterior Renovation
SJS Studios Inc.SJS Studios Inc.
Bluestone Pavers, custom Teak Wood banquette with cement tile inlay, Bluestone firepit, custom outdoor kitchen with Teak Wood, concrete waterfall countertop with Teak surround.
Hope Ranch Residence
Hope Ranch Residence
Blackbird ArchitectsBlackbird Architects
Matt Wier Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Santa Barbara.
Appleton Way
Appleton Way
Peters ArchitecturePeters Architecture
Clark Dugger Photography
Large contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Expansive Covered Patio
Expansive Covered Patio
Angela Wells Interior DesignAngela Wells Interior Design
Trent Teigen
This is an example of an expansive contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Cozy Backyard Patio
Cozy Backyard Patio
SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture - MontanaSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture - Montana
A forgotten backyard space was reimagined and transformed by SCJ Studio for outdoor living, dining, entertaining, and play. A terraced approach was needed to meet up with existing grades to the alley, new concrete stairs with integrated lighting, paving, built-in benches, a turf area, and planting were carefully thought through.
Natural stone stairs and armour stone
Natural stone stairs and armour stone
Horvath LandscapesHorvath Landscapes
plutadesigns
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio steps in Toronto with natural stone paving and no cover.
Mark Singer Architect
Mark Singer Architect
Jeri Koegel PhotographyJeri Koegel Photography
Jeri Koegel
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Orange County.
Carla Ridge Residence
Carla Ridge Residence
Michael Lee ArchitectsMichael Lee Architects
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Sa Talaia House
Sa Talaia House
LUV Architecture & DesignLUV Architecture & Design
Contemporary courtyard patio in Barcelona with a potted garden, gravel and no cover.

Contemporary Purple 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.
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