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Walls, Fencing, & Gates
Walls, Fencing, & Gates
Douglas MasonryDouglas Masonry
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Orange County with a water feature and concrete paving.
Beach Cottage
Beach Cottage
Noelle InteriorsNoelle Interiors
Medium sized coastal front patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and no cover.
Modern Fence and Walkway
Modern Fence and Walkway
Finesse, Inc.Finesse, Inc.
The previous year Finesse, Inc. remodeled this home in Monrovia and created the 9-lite window at the entry of the home. After experiencing some intense weather we were called back to build this new entry way. The entry consists of 1/3 covered area and 2/3 area exposed to allow some light to come in. Fabricated using square steel posts and beams with galvanized hangers and Redwood lumber. A steel cap was placed at the front of the entry to really make this Modern home complete. The fence and trash enclosure compliment the curb appeal this home brings. PC: Aaron Gilless
Raised Terrace Bluestone Patio in Edina
Raised Terrace Bluestone Patio in Edina
English StoneEnglish Stone
Raised, full color bluestone patio on Fondulac stone walls. With front entry stone steps. By English Stone
Large traditional front patio in Minneapolis with natural stone paving.
Paver Patio & Landscape
Paver Patio & Landscape
AZOAT LandscapesAZOAT Landscapes
Front yard paver patio & landscape.
This is an example of a small front patio in Minneapolis with concrete paving.
Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach
Amberleaf Inc.Amberleaf Inc.
Wundrstudio
Design ideas for a large nautical front patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Italian Villa
Italian Villa
About Space StudiosAbout Space Studios
Photo Credit: Nicole Leone
Inspiration for a mediterranean front patio in Los Angeles with a pergola and concrete paving.
Fairbanks Highlands
Fairbanks Highlands
Torrey Pines Landscape Co., IncTorrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc
Inspiration for a large mediterranean front patio in San Diego with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.
Front Porch Farmhouse
Front Porch Farmhouse
Noble Classic HomesNoble Classic Homes
Inspiration for a large farmhouse front patio in Dallas with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Front raised courtyard
Front raised courtyard
Western DuPage Landscaping, Inc.Western DuPage Landscaping, Inc.
Inspiration for a small classic front patio in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Sabino Hills Project
Sabino Hills Project
Interior Trends Remodel & DesignInterior Trends Remodel & Design
Front Entry Gate
Design ideas for a large mediterranean front patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving and no cover.
THE RANCHER on IRON HORSE
THE RANCHER on IRON HORSE
Collaborative Design + ARCH406Collaborative Design + ARCH406
Phil Bell
Photo of a small rural front patio in Other with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Zen-Style Fountain Makes a Statement
Zen-Style Fountain Makes a Statement
Silent Rivers Design+BuildSilent Rivers Design+Build
This sculpture appeared in the original front yard landscaping. It's the only element we preserved.
Inspiration for a large contemporary front patio in Other with a water feature and a pergola.
Julia Starr Sanford - Amelia Island, FL
Julia Starr Sanford - Amelia Island, FL
Oasis Rug & Home / Pearl HomeOasis Rug & Home / Pearl Home
Furnishings and accents provided by Pearl Home (Jax Beach) among other resources www.pearlhome.biz Wally Sears (photographer) / Julia Starr Sanford (designer)
Stone Floor – Antique, Reclaimed Limestone ‘Dalle de Bourgogne’ pavers
Stone Floor – Antique, Reclaimed Limestone ‘Dalle de Bourgogne’ pavers
UserUser
Reclaimed ‘Dalle de Bourgogne’ pavers by Architectural Stone Decor. www.archstonedecor.ca | sales@archstonedecor.ca | (437) 800-8300 The ancient Dalle de Bourgogne stone pavers have been reclaimed from different locations across the Mediterranean making them unique in their warm color mixtures and patinas and their exquisite beauty. They have been calibrated to 5/8” in thickness to ease installation of modern use. They come in random sizes and could be installed in either a running bond formation or a random ‘Versailles’ pattern. Their durable nature makes them an excellent choice for indoor and outdoor use. They are unaffected by extreme climate and easily withstand heavy use due to the nature of their hard molecular structure.
Luberon
Luberon
Sabine ViardSabine Viard
Medium sized mediterranean front patio in Marseille with a living wall, gravel and a roof extension.
Modern Entry Garden with Private Sitting Area
Modern Entry Garden with Private Sitting Area
Barbara Hilty Landscape Design LLCBarbara Hilty Landscape Design LLC
Barbara Hilty, APLD
Inspiration for a medium sized modern front patio in Portland with concrete slabs.
Tucson's Painted Desert
Tucson's Painted Desert
Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.
The new courtyard provides a quiet resting space to enjoy mountain views and visit with neighbors in the morning. Previously the courtyard was so narrow that there was barely enough room for a path to go around the side of the house. In the planting island Santa Rita reused an existing agave fountain that was special to the homeowner. Photos by Meagan Hancock
Paver Walkways
Paver Walkways
Kingdom LandscapingKingdom Landscaping
This is an example of a small contemporary front patio in Baltimore with concrete paving.
House Doctor Projects
House Doctor Projects
The House DoctorThe House Doctor
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Atlanta with brick paving and no cover.

Front 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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