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Flowering Shade
Flowering Shade
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
The roof extension covering the front doorstep of the south-facing home needs help cooling the space. Western Redbud is a beautiful way to do just that.
Tuscan Villa - Glen Ellen
Tuscan Villa - Glen Ellen
Bart Edson PhotographyBart Edson Photography
Photo by Bart Edson Photography Http://www.bartedson.com
This is an example of a mediterranean front patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and an awning.
High Springs Custom Home
High Springs Custom Home
Golden Hammer ConstructionGolden Hammer Construction
Photo of a medium sized classic front patio in Miami with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Ventana Canyon
Ventana Canyon
Terra Designs, IncTerra Designs, Inc
This is an example of a large contemporary front patio in Phoenix with a pergola.
DIY Blog Cabin - Trex Pergola
DIY Blog Cabin - Trex Pergola
Structureworks FabricationStructureworks Fabrication
This simple cellular vinyl wall pergola frames this welcoming entryway and is the perfect addition to this cabin which was featured on DIY Blog Cabin. Seen here in classic white, this custom pergola design enhances this homes details beautifully. This Trex Pergola kit adds character and shade for the windows below and with it's low maintenance materials this wall pergola kit will be easy to clean and will last a lifetime. ColorLast paint provides a crisp white contrasting look. Keep your home shaded and your family cool with this cellular PVC shade pergola. This stunning custom wall pergola kit is located in Waldoboro, Maine and measures 21'-6" wide by 3' projection. The height is 3'-6" and is seen in an unpainted white finish.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Atlanta Teak FurnitureAtlanta Teak Furniture
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front patio in Atlanta with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.
Equestrian & Cattle Facility
Equestrian & Cattle Facility
Axial Arts ArchitectureAxial Arts Architecture
This project was designed to accommodate the client’s wish to have a traditional and functional barn that could also serve as a backdrop for social and corporate functions. Several years after it’s completion, this has become just the case as the clients routinely host everything from fundraisers to cooking demonstrations to political functions in the barn and outdoor spaces. In addition to the barn, Axial Arts designed an indoor arena, cattle & hay barn, and a professional grade equipment workshop with living quarters above it. The indoor arena includes a 100′ x 200′ riding arena as well as a side space that includes bleacher space for clinics and several open rail stalls. The hay & cattle barn is split level with 3 bays on the top level that accommodates tractors and front loaders as well as a significant tonnage of hay. The lower level opens to grade below with cattle pens and equipment for breeding and calving. The cattle handling systems and stocks both outside and inside were designed by Temple Grandin- renowned bestselling author, autism activist, and consultant to the livestock industry on animal behavior. This project was recently featured in Cowboy & Indians Magazine. As the case with most of our projects, Axial Arts received this commission after being recommended by a past client.
Bowie James Hardie Siding and Exterior Work
Bowie James Hardie Siding and Exterior Work
Alco Products IncAlco Products Inc
Front of the home featuring James Hardie color plus siding in Evening Blue with white Azek trim and a Simpson wood red door.
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse front patio in DC Metro with a roof extension, brick paving and a potted garden.
Ranch Conversion Portland Oregon
Ranch Conversion Portland Oregon
Encircle Design and BuildEncircle Design and Build
22 pages photography
Photo of a midcentury front patio in Portland with decking and a roof extension.
Siesta Key Zen Home
Siesta Key Zen Home
Ellis Consulting Group Inc.Ellis Consulting Group Inc.
World-inspired front patio in Tampa with a water feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Expansive classic front patio in Other with a fire feature, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Retractable Roof, Indiana
Retractable Roof, Indiana
ShadeFXShadeFX
A 14′ x 10′ retractable roof in Harbor-Time Alpine White fabric was customized to fit a pergola in Indiana. The structure and roof duo ensures the homeowners always have clear sightlines through their front window.
Villa des Cimes
Villa des Cimes
Nathalie Odiot Architecture d'IntérieurNathalie Odiot Architecture d'Intérieur
Photo of a large mediterranean front patio in Other with a potted garden, tiled flooring and a pergola.
The Bungalow at Brenneckes
The Bungalow at Brenneckes
Pu'uwai Design & ConstructionPu'uwai Design & Construction
The lanai serves as a second great room. A wicker sofa and matching armchairs overlook the ocean view. Blue and white pillows decorate the outdoor furniture and continue the beach house theme used throughout the home. The coral motif on the rug compliments the throw pillows and the cream colored cushions ground the space, the outdoor dining chairs are built out of recycled boat wood. A shell chandelier hangs above the teak table. On the far side of the lanai an orange swing bed hangs next to some red floor poufs.
Construction d'une villa à Roussillon
Construction d'une villa à Roussillon
Blanc & Blanc Project ManagementBlanc & Blanc Project Management
Inspiration for a mediterranean front patio in Other with tiled flooring and a pergola.
Bluestone Patio New Lenox
Bluestone Patio New Lenox
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
As they walk out the front door this is the colorful view that greets the client.
Small contemporary front patio in Chicago with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
HHH Ranch
HHH Ranch
Katheryn Lott ArchitectsKatheryn Lott Architects
Large mediterranean front patio in Austin with a water feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
KRAI Outdoor Living
KRAI Outdoor Living
Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean front patio in San Diego with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Revelry
Revelry
Andrew HeiserAndrew Heiser
Large modern front patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and an awning.
Rose City Fence & Patio Construction
Rose City Fence & Patio Construction
Rolling Hills Remodeling LLCRolling Hills Remodeling LLC
Side view of the completed patio cover
Inspiration for a small traditional front patio in Portland with an awning.

Front Patio with All Types of 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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