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Front Patio Ideas and Designs

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板倉造りと珪藻土の家
板倉造りと珪藻土の家
サイトウ建築株式会社サイトウ建築株式会社
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired front patio in Other with a vegetable patch and natural stone paving.
Rejuvenated Frontyard in Dublin
Rejuvenated Frontyard in Dublin
Landscapes by TerraLandscapes by Terra
Natural Element Photography
This is an example of a medium sized classic front patio in Columbus with natural stone paving and no cover.
Hardscapes
Hardscapes
R&L Landscape, Inc.R&L Landscape, Inc.
Design ideas for a large classic front patio in Seattle with brick paving and no cover.
Elegant Travertine Stairway
Elegant Travertine Stairway
BPI Outdoor LivingBPI Outdoor Living
This is an example of a large modern front patio in Indianapolis with natural stone paving.
Carolina Full Renovation and Addition
Carolina Full Renovation and Addition
Alair Homes Mount PleasantAlair Homes Mount Pleasant
This 1880’s Victorian style home was completely renovated and expanded with a kitchen addition. The charm of the old home was preserved with character features and fixtures throughout the renovation while updating and expanding the home to luxurious modern living.
Strawberry
Strawberry
UserUser
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front patio in Denver with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Adams (Virginia Thin Stone)
Adams (Virginia Thin Stone)
Charlotte Pavers & StoneCharlotte Pavers & Stone
Charlotte Pavers & Stone
Classic front patio in Charlotte.
Castle
Castle
Ultrascape ConstructionUltrascape Construction
Mediterranean style front door entrance. flagstone walkway through mature olive trees
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean front patio in San Diego with natural stone paving.
Modern Contemporary Stairs
Modern Contemporary Stairs
Creative Concepts & Design, LLCCreative Concepts & Design, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front patio in Kansas City with decking and no cover.
Ambiance Marocaine...
Ambiance Marocaine...
L'esprit au vertL'esprit au vert
L'esprit au vert / Avant chantier
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean front patio in Paris with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
106 Monticello Lane, Bullard, TX, 7575
106 Monticello Lane, Bullard, TX, 7575
Solomon Rodgers PhotographySolomon Rodgers Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional front patio in Austin with stamped concrete and a pergola.
Milwaukee Front Entrance, Patio and Driveway
Milwaukee Front Entrance, Patio and Driveway
Creative Landscape Designs, L.L.C..Creative Landscape Designs, L.L.C..
Design ideas for a large traditional front patio in Milwaukee with brick paving.
Home Exterior Remodels
Home Exterior Remodels
AEH BuildersAEH Builders
We take great pride in our work and thoroughly vet all of our subcontractors to ensure that they comply with our high standards.
Large classic front patio in Phoenix with a living wall, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Seward Craftsman
Seward Craftsman
Washington Landscape and Design LLCWashington Landscape and Design LLC
Gary Ward
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Seattle with natural stone paving.
Heavenly Hardscape
Heavenly Hardscape
Water's Edge Outdoor LivingWater's Edge Outdoor Living
Follow the natural stone walkway framed by lush green landscaping and enter this tranquil outdoor living space through the wooden double-door gate. Stop to enjoy the relaxing sound of the water fountain urn and the varieties of plants encircling the tree trunks. The natural stone pavers guide you to a raised deck that features space for entertaining or getting cozy by the fire pit. Enjoy views of the artificial turf for a beautifully-manicured lawn with easy maintenance during harsh Houston weather. Seating is no limitation in this gathering space with the custom-stained wood pergola and the natural stone seating wall. The beautiful views are endless in this heavenly and luxurious outdoor living environment that began from dirt.
The Avignon
The Avignon
Kairos Development CorporationKairos Development Corporation
Design ideas for a large front patio in Atlanta with natural stone paving and no cover.
Two Home Project with Grand Driveway Entry
Two Home Project with Grand Driveway Entry
Beall's Nursery & LandscapingBeall's Nursery & Landscaping
Photo of a large contemporary front patio in Other.
Full Outdoor Living Hardscape Project
Full Outdoor Living Hardscape Project
Hardscape Inc.Hardscape Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front patio in Chicago with a fire feature, brick paving and no cover.
Norway House Exterior
Norway House Exterior
Malone Maxwell Dennehy ArchitectsMalone Maxwell Dennehy Architects
Design ideas for a medium sized modern front patio in Dallas with a roof extension.
Quarrystone Wall on a lake.
Quarrystone Wall on a lake.
Designer Concepts Landscape ArchitectureDesigner Concepts Landscape Architecture
Photo of a large front patio in Chicago with stamped concrete.

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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