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Green Patio Ideas and Designs

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Country Manor House
Country Manor House
Hoi Interior Design LtdHoi Interior Design Ltd
Design ideas for a patio steps in Other.
Country Patio
Country Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Other with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Little Inka
Little Inka
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a farmhouse patio steps in Cornwall.
West London Villa
West London Villa
Nathalie Priem PhotographyNathalie Priem Photography
This is an example of a contemporary patio in London.
Richmond, Greater London - Ground Floor Side Extension
Richmond, Greater London - Ground Floor Side Extension
MoreSpaceMoreSpace
Photo of a contemporary patio in London with fencing.
portfolio
portfolio
Architect Chartered ServicesArchitect Chartered Services
Photo of a patio in Gloucestershire with natural stone paving and no cover.
Arnos Grove Garden Apartment
Arnos Grove Garden Apartment
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
Medium sized contemporary back patio in London with natural stone paving.
French touch house
French touch house
EMR ArchitectureEMR Architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in London with fencing.
Interior
Interior
PhoteriorPhoterior
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Essex.
Suburban Calm
Suburban Calm
Simon Orchard Garden DesignSimon Orchard Garden Design
This is an example of a classic back patio in London.
Award Winning Luxury Georgian Townhouse Renovation
Award Winning Luxury Georgian Townhouse Renovation
HomeconceptsHomeconcepts
Design ideas for a contemporary patio steps in London.
Ditton Rd
Ditton Rd
Lynne Marcus Garden & Landscape DesignLynne Marcus Garden & Landscape Design
Jack Wac & Matthew Gilbert
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in London with natural stone paving.
Mid-Century Backyard Landscape - Fox Point, WI
Mid-Century Backyard Landscape - Fox Point, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
New dry-stacked lannon stone walls and steps were designed to replace the crumbling existing walls. A new concrete patio with inlaid bluestone runnels mimics the angle and materials of the larger upper patio. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Santa Cruz Sustainable
Santa Cruz Sustainable
K & D Landscaping, Inc.K & D Landscaping, Inc.
Residential home in Santa Cruz, CA This stunning front and backyard project was so much fun! The plethora of K&D's scope of work included: smooth finished concrete walls, multiple styles of horizontal redwood fencing, smooth finished concrete stepping stones, bands, steps & pathways, paver patio & driveway, artificial turf, TimberTech stairs & decks, TimberTech custom bench with storage, shower wall with bike washing station, custom concrete fountain, poured-in-place fire pit, pour-in-place half circle bench with sloped back rest, metal pergola, low voltage lighting, planting and irrigation! (*Adorable cat not included)
ABBOTT
ABBOTT
DDLA Design Landscape ArchitectureDDLA Design Landscape Architecture
Located in Highland Park, Texas just off the Katy Trail, is this outdoor patio project that took a stale, harsh exterior space and turned it into an inviting and private space for the owner to enjoy. The project featured custom planters, led lighting, privacy screen plantings, ipe wood deck and an outdoor fire pit with comfortable exterior furniture for relaxing and entertaining.
Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, California
KES StudioKES Studio
The residence received a full gut renovation to create a modern coastal retreat vacation home. This was achieved by using a neutral color pallet of sands and blues with organic accents juxtaposed with custom furniture’s clean lines and soft textures.
Exteriors
Exteriors
Jeff Herr PhotographyJeff Herr Photography
© Jeff Herr Photo
This is an example of a classic patio in Atlanta with a roof extension.
Before and After
Before and After
Jane EllisonJane Ellison
Stuart Lirette Jane uses outdoor fabric pillows to repeat the colors of the garden. Each season has its own colors. Come on down and have a seat before the metal fire pit when it gets cool from the winds off the San Francisco Bay.
Vineyard Villa
Vineyard Villa
House of BrazierHouse of Brazier
Custom-built on over six acres by a local builder, this gorgeous property is surrounded by vineyards and lake views. With a classic Mediterranean villa aesthetic, there’s a large inner courtyard and fireplace (with a gorgeous olive tree!) along with a beautiful backyard with multiple seating areas, firepits, pool/spa, and outdoor kitchen and dining. The spacious interior includes custom furniture throughout which allows for plenty of seating that's perfect for indoor/outdoor entertaining.
A Relaxing Anytime Retreat
A Relaxing Anytime Retreat
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Photo of a large classic back patio in Richmond with a fireplace, concrete paving and a gazebo.

Green 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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