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Contemporary Yellow Patio Ideas and Designs

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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.
Naturally Functional
Naturally Functional
Iconic by Kaitlyn WolfeIconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Phoenix with a bar area.
緑に囲まれたプライベートリビング
緑に囲まれたプライベートリビング
株式会社サンケンプラネット株式会社サンケンプラネット
This is an example of a contemporary patio steps in Tokyo.
Modern San Francisco Courtyard
Modern San Francisco Courtyard
Outdoor EnvironmentsOutdoor Environments
Design ideas for a contemporary patio steps in San Francisco.
modern ranch
modern ranch
Gathrid designGathrid design
This is an example of an expansive contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
Rachel Laxer Interiors LtdRachel Laxer Interiors Ltd
Contemporary patio in London with a pergola.
Rock Meadows Backyard
Rock Meadows Backyard
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
An aerial view of the project reveals details in the multiple types of plants, rock and elements. Bright spots of color from perennials accent the large water feature, fireplace and outdoor living spaces.
Gold Skies
Gold Skies
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
The previous state of the client's backyard did not function as they needed it to, nor did it reflect their taste. They wanted enough space for entertaining company, but also somewhere comfortable to relax just the two of them. They wanted to display some of their unique sculptures, which we needed to consider throughout the design. A pergola off the house created an intimate space for them to unwind with a cup of coffee in the morning. A few steps away is a second lounge area with a fire feature, this was designed to accommodate for the grade change of the yard. Walls and steps frame the space and tie into the built vegetable beds. From any angle of the property you are able to look onto green garden beds, which create a soft division in front of the new fencing and is the perfect way to add colour back into the landscape.
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - New American Home 2013
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - New American Home 2013
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Photography by Trent Bell
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary back patio in Las Vegas with no cover.
Earl Street
Earl Street
SK DesignSK Design
Photo of a contemporary patio in Toronto with a bbq area.
Garden Design Crystal Palace, South London 5
Garden Design Crystal Palace, South London 5
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
This is an example of a contemporary patio in London with natural stone paving.
Colorado Outdoor Kitchen
Colorado Outdoor Kitchen
Lindgren LandscapeLindgren Landscape
Lindgren Landscape
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Denver with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Quinta Villa
Quinta Villa
Tollgard Design GroupTollgard Design Group
Vasco Celio
Large contemporary back patio in London with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Contemporary Gardens
Contemporary Gardens
VisionScapesVisionScapes
This garden is a perfect example of contemporary city design for a small space. Two custom built hardwood planters provide some height and depth to the narrow front yard. While the tile walkway is set on a stable concrete base ensuring safe passage in and out of the home in both summer and winter. The private back yard maximizes space by using a custom built hardwood table as both an architectural piece that defines the fire pit area, and an optional servery for larger dining parties. Photo credit: Jamen Rhodes
Contemporary Retreat
Contemporary Retreat
MAGUIRE CONSTRUCTION INCMAGUIRE CONSTRUCTION INC
Trent Bell Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Portland Maine with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Duplex NLB
Duplex NLB
Olivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & LuberonOlivier Chabaud Architecte - Paris & Luberon
Extérieur d'un atelier transformé en duplex
This is an example of a contemporary courtyard patio in Paris with concrete paving.
Alloro 9 Piece with Net Chairs (Mustard)
Alloro 9 Piece with Net Chairs (Mustard)
ByDezign FurnitureByDezign Furniture
Made & designed in North Italy. Polypropylene & Fiberglass Resin and Powdercoated Aluminium. UV & atmospheric pollutant resistant. See website for pricing.
Schiff Patio
Schiff Patio
Design PlatformDesign Platform
Modern outdoor patio expansion. Indoor-Outdoor Living and Dining. Poured concrete walls, steel posts, bluestain pine ceilings, skylights, standing seam metal roof, firepit, and modern landscaping. Photo by Jess Blackwell
Mosman
Mosman
Harrison's LandscapingHarrison's Landscaping
A truly beautiful garden and pool design to complement an incredible architectural designed harbour view home.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary back patio in Sydney with no cover and a bbq area.
Idyllic Modern
Idyllic Modern
David Thorne Landscape ArchitectDavid Thorne Landscape Architect
Marion Brenner Photography
Photo of a large contemporary front patio steps in San Francisco with tiled flooring and no cover.

Contemporary Yellow 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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