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Green Side Patio Ideas and Designs

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Là-haut - Terrasse
Là-haut - Terrasse
Stéphane Larcin - Concepteur - PaysagisteStéphane Larcin - Concepteur - Paysagiste
Une ouverture sur le ciel, un panorama urbain dynamique et une vue imprenable sur le grand paysage sont autant d'atouts sur lesquels s'appuyer pour faire émerger un jardin suspendu sur ce toit-terrasse, un îlot de végétation aux tonalités évocatrices des grands espaces méridionaux, des pinèdes et des landes. Dans ce cocon intime et privilégié, les fragrances, les contrastes et les textures rivalisent d'ingéniosité pour mieux révéler les lieux.
Beverly Hills Alpine Residence
Beverly Hills Alpine Residence
Studio1PlasterStudio1Plaster
Design ideas for an expansive classic side patio in Los Angeles with a water feature.
Spanish Style - Fairfax Ave. - Hollywood
Spanish Style - Fairfax Ave. - Hollywood
Tom Hunter PhotographyTom Hunter Photography
Garden Pathway, Backyard, Exterior. Tom Hunter Photography
Design ideas for a large side patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, tiled flooring and no cover.
Custom Built Home 10
Custom Built Home 10
Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.
Nestled by a tranquil lake and enveloped by serene woods, the 2-story barndominium guest house boasts a charming exterior clad in Celect shake and vertical steel siding. Expertly landscaped beds, coupled with carefully designed hardscaping, enhance the property's allure. A spacious paver-covered patio, encircled by a sleek cable rail system, invites relaxation while offering breathtaking views of the peaceful lake and surrounding woods. This retreat seamlessly blends modern design with natural beauty, providing a picturesque escape for guests.
WIMBLEDON
WIMBLEDON
Perspectives Architecture & DesignPerspectives Architecture & Design
Photo après transformation Terrasse 25 m2
Photo of a medium sized side patio in Paris with a potted garden and a pergola.
Styling For Serena and Lily in Maine
Styling For Serena and Lily in Maine
Emily Pertzborn InteriorsEmily Pertzborn Interiors
This is an example of a large beach style side patio in Portland Maine with a potted garden, concrete slabs and no cover.
Southwest Desert Patio
Southwest Desert Patio
Michael Jacobson GomezMichael Jacobson Gomez
SOUTH PATIO: Adobe Stucco utilized on patio walls gives an old world charm to the patio character.
Inspiration for a medium sized side patio in Phoenix with tiled flooring, no cover and a potted garden.
祖父江町の家／シンプルな空間を楽しむ
祖父江町の家／シンプルな空間を楽しむ
松原建築計画／matsubara architect design office松原建築計画／matsubara architect design office
庭を囲む様に建物を配置しています。
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian side patio in Nagoya with decking.
愛犬にも車椅子にも優しい、ユニバーサルデザインのエクステリア
愛犬にも車椅子にも優しい、ユニバーサルデザインのエクステリア
株式会社ボックスウッド株式会社ボックスウッド
Photo of a modern side patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography
10. Minnneapolis Residence-1
10. Minnneapolis Residence-1
CHRISTIAN DEAN ARCHITECTURE, LLCCHRISTIAN DEAN ARCHITECTURE, LLC
Photo by Chad Holder
Photo of a large contemporary side patio in Minneapolis with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Maloney
Maloney
Creative Atmospheres, Inc.Creative Atmospheres, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic side patio in Orange County with a water feature and concrete paving.
Potager
Potager
Adam Vetere Landscape and Garden DesignAdam Vetere Landscape and Garden Design
Nicola Stocken
This is an example of a medium sized traditional side patio in Berkshire with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
Inspiration for a large midcentury side patio in San Diego with concrete slabs, a pergola and fencing.
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Design/ Build- Rustic Retreat
Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.
Hear what our clients, Lisa & Rick, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Hannah Goering Photography
Burlington Retreat
Burlington Retreat
Linden L.A.N.D. GroupLinden L.A.N.D. Group
Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Inspiration for a traditional side patio in Burlington with natural stone paving, a fire feature and no cover.
guest house
guest house
Gulfshore DesignGulfshore Design
750 sf guest house
Photo of a traditional side patio in Portland Maine with natural stone paving and no cover.
East Alameda Renovation
East Alameda Renovation
Violante & Rochford InteriorsViolante & Rochford Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized classic side patio in Albuquerque with gravel and a pergola.
McLean Backyard Overhaul
McLean Backyard Overhaul
Deckscapes of VA, LLCDeckscapes of VA, LLC
Small contemporary side patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving.
Accord, NY Passive House Outdoor Shower
Accord, NY Passive House Outdoor Shower
North River Architecture & Planning, PCNorth River Architecture & Planning, PC
Medium sized contemporary side patio in New York with an outdoor shower, gravel and no cover.

Green Side 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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