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Our Lighting
Ames InghamAmes Ingham
Interior design by McAlpine Booth & Ferrier Interiors using Ames Ingham Lighting. Custom Rectangle 4.
Contemporary patio in Orange County with no cover and a fireplace.
Lystra Preserve
Lystra Preserve
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a large modern back patio in Raleigh with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a pergola.
My Houzz: English Cottage Style Graces a Home Bathed in Light
My Houzz: English Cottage Style Graces a Home Bathed in Light
Photo of a classic patio in Chicago with a pergola.
Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.
Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.
Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.
Paver patio with thin veneer natural stone walls, gas firepit all with Pa blue flagstone caps
Photo of a large classic back patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Miscellaneous Homes
Miscellaneous Homes
David Palermo PhotographyDavid Palermo Photography
©David Palermo
Inspiration for a classic patio in Santa Barbara with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
landscape architects, exteriors
landscape architects, exteriors
Jason Dewey PhotographyJason Dewey Photography
Jason Dewey Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Denver with a fire feature and no cover.
The Montana House
The Montana House
Mitchell Wall Architecture and DesignMitchell Wall Architecture and Design
It is a great opportunity to create a home in Saint Louis, using design criteria, sensitivities and materials associated with the Northwest. Our clients, a world traveled couple whose second home is in Montana, commissioned us to do just that. Over six tons of stone were brought in from Montana to complement the hand built wooden trusses and rough-hewn lumber sourced locally. Having lived in Europe for many years, the couple is sophisticated with specific objectives. The beautiful millwork in the interior and exterior spaces reflects their taste. The gathering room has a vaulted ceiling but is not cavernous due to the dark elements created by the lumber and color selections. The wagon wheel light fixture is a focal point in the room, along with the Montanan stone floor to ceiling fireplace which mirrors the one outdoors. The millwork frames the room and provides the home with its lovely natural, rustic ambiance which plays well with lighting and outdoor living spaces. The front façade is closed to the street, but the back explodes, with a wall of doors that open to the outdoor living and landscaping. Outdoor living space includes fabulous millwork, a beautiful stone fireplace which complements the interior fireplace, seating areas, a dining table and a full kitchen. The outdoor kitchen includes a grill, oven, storage, an icemaker and a refrigerator. The lower level is inviting with its millwork, it’s full bar and a home theatre. Again the timber frames the bar area and the rustic feel is defined by the millwork and the Montana stone. The ceiling is tongue in groove with decorative trusses that include peg details and corbels. Decorative outdoor lanterns add to the ambiance. Log storage integrated into the main feature, the fireplace. Attention to detail include unusual millwork and lanterns.
Nicole Ct Property
Nicole Ct Property
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Firepits, Outdoor Fireplace, Seat Wall, Concrete Paver Hardscaping, Outdoor Living Space, Outdoor Seating, Ambient Landscape Lighting
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Scenic Drive
Scenic Drive
Cedar Springs Landscape GroupCedar Springs Landscape Group
Cameron Street Photography
Inspiration for an expansive classic back patio in Toronto with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Outdoor cooking
Outdoor cooking
Atlanta Design & BuildAtlanta Design & Build
Barbara Brown Photography
Design ideas for a small rustic back patio in Atlanta with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
Pergola & Pavilion - Alamo, CA
Pergola & Pavilion - Alamo, CA
B. Gordon Builders, Inc.B. Gordon Builders, Inc.
Landscape design by Peter Koenig: Peter Koenig Design
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Outdoor Living Space with Fiberglass Pool, Frankfort, IL
Outdoor Living Space with Fiberglass Pool, Frankfort, IL
Elemental Landscapes, Ltd.Elemental Landscapes, Ltd.
Contemporary patio in Chicago.
Fireplace Focal Point
Fireplace Focal Point
Villa LandscapesVilla Landscapes
The Willow Creek Ledgestone Fireplace Kit in Bronze Blend is perfect for relaxing evenings in front of the fire, and each kit contains everything you need to build a beautiful fire feature like this fireplace.
Patio Design
Patio Design
GreenScapes Landscape Architects and ContractorsGreenScapes Landscape Architects and Contractors
Photo of a patio in Columbus.
Southern Living Idea House
Southern Living Idea House
John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized country back patio in Atlanta with a roof extension.
Wine country patio and water feature
Wine country patio and water feature
Huettl Landscape ArchitectureHuettl Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a modern patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
The Perfect Game Day or Movie Night Spot
The Perfect Game Day or Movie Night Spot
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Becky Rees Creative, LLC
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Richmond with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
2017 Home A Rama, People's Choice Award Winner
2017 Home A Rama, People's Choice Award Winner
BBG ConstructionBBG Construction
This is an example of a large country back patio in Indianapolis with a fire feature, stamped concrete and no cover.
Country Club Drive
Country Club Drive
Rossington ArchitectureRossington Architecture
Photo of a contemporary patio in San Francisco with a roof extension.
Wessell
Wessell
Rescom Landscaping, Inc.Rescom Landscaping, Inc.
Business Photo Pro / Klee Van Hamersveld
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in Orange County with a fireplace and natural stone paving.

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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