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Chicago Condo
Chicago Condo
Chicago Roof Deck & GardenChicago Roof Deck & Garden
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Atherton Estate Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction
Atherton Estate Luxury Home by Markay Johnson Construction
Markay Johnson ConstructionMarkay Johnson Construction
Builder: Markay Johnson Construction visit: www.mjconstruction.com Project Details: This uniquely American Shingle styled home boasts a free flowing open staircase with a two-story light filled entry. The functional style and design of this welcoming floor plan invites open porches and creates a natural unique blend to its surroundings. Bleached stained walnut wood flooring runs though out the home giving the home a warm comfort, while pops of subtle colors bring life to each rooms design. Completing the masterpiece, this Markay Johnson Construction original reflects the forethought of distinguished detail, custom cabinetry and millwork, all adding charm to this American Shingle classic. Architect: John Stewart Architects Photographer: Bernard Andre Photography
Courtyard makeover
Courtyard makeover
ZMK Construction IncZMK Construction Inc
Bringing south of the boarder to the north of the boarder our Mexican Baja theme courtyard/living room makeover in Coronado Island is where our client have their entertainment now and enjoy the great San Diego weather daily. We've designed the courtyard to be a true outdoor living space with a full kitchen, dinning area, and a lounging area next to an outdoor fireplace. And best of all a fully engaged 15 feet pocket door system that opens the living room right out to the courtyard. A dream comes true for our client!
The Abaco - Outdoor Living
The Abaco - Outdoor Living
Heritage BuildersHeritage Builders
Beautiful lakefront location with fire bowls/fountains. Vista is framed by coconut palms and stained tongue and groove ceiling.
Photo of an expansive coastal back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Modern Home on Championship Golf Course
Modern Home on Championship Golf Course
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Expansive modern back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen and tiled flooring.
Model Home at Village at Seven Desert Mountain - Patio
Model Home at Village at Seven Desert Mountain - Patio
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
The spacious patio provides plenty of seating options and makes indoor/outdoor living a breeze. A raised brick gas fire feature lends warmth and ambiance. The Village at Seven Desert Mountain—Scottsdale Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Cullum Homes Interiors: Ownby Design Landscape: Greey | Pickett Photographer: Dino Tonn https://www.drewettworks.com/the-model-home-at-village-at-seven-desert-mountain/
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Photo of an expansive rural back patio in Denver with a pergola.
Laurel Lakes Residence
Laurel Lakes Residence
Lionel F Bailey AIA Architect LLCLionel F Bailey AIA Architect LLC
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio in New Orleans with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
East Grand Rapids Tudor Renovation
East Grand Rapids Tudor Renovation
Jennifer Butler DesignJennifer Butler Design
Creating an outdoor dining room on the spacious new brick paved patio allows for family and friends to gather long into the evenings for good food and great wine. Beyond, the brand new two gar detached garage was carefully crafted to blend seamlessly with the original home - including the slate tile roof.
Multi-level Living
Multi-level Living
Lowenoak Landscape DevelopmentLowenoak Landscape Development
Expansive classic back patio in Other with a fire feature, stamped concrete and no cover.
Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon
Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon
Westlake Development Group, LLCWestlake Development Group, LLC
Justin Krug Photography
Photo of an expansive farmhouse back patio in Portland with concrete slabs, a roof extension and an outdoor kitchen.
Pool Pavilion
Pool Pavilion
Gregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-BuildGregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-Build
Pavilion at night. At center is a wood-burning fire pit with a custom copper hood. An internal fan in the flue pulls smoke up and out of the pavilion. Octagonal fire pit and spa are on axis with the home's octagonal dining table up the slope and inside the house. At right is the bathroom, at left is the outdoor kitchen. I designed this outdoor living project when at CG&S, and it was beautifully built by their team. Photo: Paul Finkel 2012
Whitewing Exterior, Landscape and Additional Photos
Whitewing Exterior, Landscape and Additional Photos
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Backyard landscape
Inspiration for an expansive traditional back patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving, a pergola and a bbq area.
Provence on the North Shore
Provence on the North Shore
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
This is an example of an expansive classic back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and a pergola.
Edna Valley Backyard Renovation and Swimming Pool Addition
Edna Valley Backyard Renovation and Swimming Pool Addition
Landsystems & AssociatesLandsystems & Associates
Design ideas for an expansive farmhouse back patio in San Luis Obispo with stamped concrete and no cover.
An Enchanted Evening
An Enchanted Evening
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
Photo of an expansive classic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, brick paving and a pergola.
Warm Contemporary Outdoor Entertaining Space
Warm Contemporary Outdoor Entertaining Space
Wolf Design StudioWolf Design Studio
Nick Springett Photography
This is an example of an expansive contemporary patio in Los Angeles.
Spanish Revival Estate Somis
Spanish Revival Estate Somis
Forest Construction Co. Inc.Forest Construction Co. Inc.
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Oshry Residence
Oshry Residence
spfaspfa
Expansive contemporary courtyard patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs and no cover.
Atlanta Outdoor Living Project
Atlanta Outdoor Living Project
ARNOLD Masonry & LandscapeARNOLD Masonry & Landscape
A fun, custom and unique creation we designed and constructed which incorporates many facets to your outdoor living experience! With symmetry in mind we still wanted to bring forth a "softness" to this ensemble. Soft arches and curves combined with a balanced layout and symmetrically cut stone. We used one of our favorite types of stone for the facade- an Oklahoma thick flagstone called "Ozark". We installed this in a dry stack pattern for all vertical surfaces other than the sides of the chimney and pizza oven where we used a buff colored mortar to create a shadow joint. A thick Pennsylvania Bluestone was used for the counter top. The intricate "thin flag feather" insets and backsplash is a Tennessee thin flgastone veneer called "Crab Orchard ( gray). This was painstakingly cut and installed piece by piece in a dry stack pattern. Extremely time consuming but gorgeous! The chimney sits app. 12' tall and the pizza oven sits app. 9' tall. Plenty of room in between for the Green Egg, sink, refrigerator, grill and cabinets. Low voltage night lighting was also incorporated into the backsplash as well as surrounding landscape. We also recommend a clean burning wood for pizza ovens. This one is stocked with European White Birch. These photos do not do this project justice, yet due to the season we will be posting better ones come summer time. Copper planters will also be placed on top of the 16" wide backsplash cap. Our company concentrates on presenting our clients with unique, top quality additions to their home and life with the best products and professional artisans. All styles and types of landscape and hardscape designs coupled with quality and service is our goal. 30 years serving the Atlanta and North Atlanta community. Visit us at arnoldmasonryandlandscape.com and contact us!

Expansive 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 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 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 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 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 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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