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Tuscan Villa
Tuscan Villa
Sims Luxury BuildersSims Luxury Builders
Photo of an expansive rustic courtyard patio in Houston with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Courtyards
Courtyards
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
Luxury Courtyard inspirations by Fratantoni Design. To see more inspirational photos, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest!
Into the Mountains
Into the Mountains
Greenleaf Services, Inc.Greenleaf Services, Inc.
Expansive traditional back patio in Other with natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Cochrane DesignCochrane Design
This sleek walnut coloured outdoor seating area sits within a stone courtyard/ patio that steps onto the lawn. The grand outdoor fireplace in the distance becomes the vocal point and the topiary bushes are strategically placed for an elegant finish.
Collector's Paradise | Estancia - Rear Exterior Mountain View
Collector's Paradise | Estancia - Rear Exterior Mountain View
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
Designed to embrace an extensive and unique art collection including sculpture, paintings, tapestry, and cultural antiquities, this modernist home located in north Scottsdale’s Estancia is the quintessential gallery home for the spectacular collection within. The primary roof form, “the wing” as the owner enjoys referring to it, opens the home vertically to a view of adjacent Pinnacle peak and changes the aperture to horizontal for the opposing view to the golf course. Deep overhangs and fenestration recesses give the home protection from the elements and provide supporting shade and shadow for what proves to be a desert sculpture. The restrained palette allows the architecture to express itself while permitting each object in the home to make its own place. The home, while certainly modern, expresses both elegance and warmth in its material selections including canterra stone, chopped sandstone, copper, and stucco. Project Details | Lot 245 Estancia, Scottsdale AZ Architect: C.P. Drewett, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ Interiors: Luis Ortega, Luis Ortega Interiors, Hollywood, CA Publications: luxe. interiors + design. November 2011. Featured on the world wide web: luxe.daily Photos by Grey Crawford
Garden Seating
Garden Seating
Gary Marsh DesignGary Marsh Design
photo: Gary Marsh
Expansive classic back patio in San Francisco with no cover and concrete slabs.
Formal patio
Formal patio
Mierop Design, FAPLDMierop Design, FAPLD
A formal patio mixes square cut bluestone with accents of brick in a diamond layout. Lisa Mierop
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio steps in New York with no cover and tiled flooring.
Techo-Bloc Design Gallery
Techo-Bloc Design Gallery
Thomas Lee Fisher LandscapingThomas Lee Fisher Landscaping
This is an example of an expansive classic back patio in Philadelphia with natural stone paving, no cover and an outdoor kitchen.
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Expansive contemporary back patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete paving and no cover.
Desert Highlands - Open Patio
Desert Highlands - Open Patio
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Photo of an expansive back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Basketball Court
Outdoor Basketball Court
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Landscape Architect: Douglas Hoerr, FASLA; Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for an expansive traditional courtyard patio in Chicago with natural stone paving and no cover.
Multi-Level Patio with Hot Tub and Outdoor Bar in Vernon Hills, IL
Multi-Level Patio with Hot Tub and Outdoor Bar in Vernon Hills, IL
Archadeck of ChicagolandArchadeck of Chicagoland
With two different levels uniquely designed, this beautiful multi-level patio creates four different outdoor living spaces that blend together smoothly. The lower level consists of a dining area with space for a table and chairs as well as a section for entertaining at their new custom limestone bar. The second level has a space for grilling and a peaceful area for relaxing in the hot tub. The patio was created with Lafitt Pavers. A Holland Stone soldier’s course and circle inset add an attractive detail, and the Belair walls create a stunning effect while helping to define the different outdoor living spaces.
Hawaiian Plantation Retreat Outdoor Shower
Hawaiian Plantation Retreat Outdoor Shower
Chelsea Court DesignsChelsea Court Designs
Inspiration for an expansive world-inspired side patio in San Francisco with an outdoor shower, natural stone paving and no cover.
The Aurora : 2019 Clark County Parade of Homes : Outdoor Living
The Aurora : 2019 Clark County Parade of Homes : Outdoor Living
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Inspired by the majesty of the Northern Lights and this family's everlasting love for Disney, this home plays host to enlighteningly open vistas and playful activity. Like its namesake, the beloved Sleeping Beauty, this home embodies family, fantasy and adventure in their truest form. Visions are seldom what they seem, but this home did begin 'Once Upon a Dream'. Welcome, to The Aurora.
Yellowstone Club Residence - 2015
Yellowstone Club Residence - 2015
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
Design ideas for an expansive rustic patio in Other with no cover, tiled flooring and a fireplace.
Lemon Ranch
Lemon Ranch
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
SoCal Contractor Construction Erika Bierman Photography
Photo of an expansive classic back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving, no cover and a bar area.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Saratoga
Saratoga
HWH Home and GardenHWH Home and Garden
Outdoor firepit with natural gas. Calstone pavers and Roman Stone custom built with 24" gas ring in 36" pit.
Design ideas for an expansive classic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Collector's Paradise | Estancia - Rear Patio
Collector's Paradise | Estancia - Rear Patio
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
Designed to embrace an extensive and unique art collection including sculpture, paintings, tapestry, and cultural antiquities, this modernist home located in north Scottsdale’s Estancia is the quintessential gallery home for the spectacular collection within. The primary roof form, “the wing” as the owner enjoys referring to it, opens the home vertically to a view of adjacent Pinnacle peak and changes the aperture to horizontal for the opposing view to the golf course. Deep overhangs and fenestration recesses give the home protection from the elements and provide supporting shade and shadow for what proves to be a desert sculpture. The restrained palette allows the architecture to express itself while permitting each object in the home to make its own place. The home, while certainly modern, expresses both elegance and warmth in its material selections including canterra stone, chopped sandstone, copper, and stucco. Project Details | Lot 245 Estancia, Scottsdale AZ Architect: C.P. Drewett, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ Interiors: Luis Ortega, Luis Ortega Interiors, Hollywood, CA Publications: luxe. interiors + design. November 2011. Featured on the world wide web: luxe.daily Photo by Grey Crawford.
Patio Spaces
Patio Spaces
JPM LandscapeJPM Landscape
Design/Build by Jpm Landscape Backyard patio, pavers, Bbq island, Seatwall, step-up patio
Design ideas for an expansive classic back patio in San Francisco with brick paving and no cover.

Expansive Patio with No Cover 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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