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Grey Side Patio Ideas and Designs

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Tutor Revival
Tutor Revival
Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.
This area originally was a parking pad, but now opens the family room into a nice quiet retreat
Medium sized traditional side patio in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Chelsea Duplex Living Room
Chelsea Duplex Living Room
Marie Burgos DesignMarie Burgos Design
Modern Duplex in the heart of Chelsea hosts a family with a love for art. The open kitchen and dining area reside on the upper level, and overlook the square living room with double-height ceilings, a wall of glass, a half bathroom, and access to the private 711 sq foot out door patio.a double height 19' ceiling in the living room, shows off oil-finished, custom stained, solid oak flooring, Aprilaire temperature sensors with remote thermostat, recessed base moldings and Nanz hardware throughout.Kitchen custom-designed and built Poliform cabinetry, Corian countertops and Miele appliances Photo Credit: Francis Augustine
Outdoor Carpentry
Outdoor Carpentry
Sitescapes Landscape Design Inc.Sitescapes Landscape Design Inc.
Sitescapes Landscape Design
This is an example of a medium sized classic side patio in New York with a pergola.
Klassen Patio & Retaining Wall
Klassen Patio & Retaining Wall
CREATIVE BRICKS N BLOCKSCREATIVE BRICKS N BLOCKS
Concrete Patio Slabs and Retaining Wall Looking from the French doors toward the front yard it is easy to see the marrying of elements. The slabs and retaining wall blend together to transform the space into a cohesive harmony. Photo by Dave Mead / Mead Consturciton
Un jeu de volumes contemporain
Un jeu de volumes contemporain
MAS PROVENCEMAS PROVENCE
Contemporary side patio in Marseille with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Casa privata - Padova
Casa privata - Padova
ROBERTO TOGNONROBERTO TOGNON
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary side patio in Venice with an awning.
Spicewood Ranch
Spicewood Ranch
Waterloo Outdoor Design BuildWaterloo Outdoor Design Build
Modern side patio in Austin with concrete slabs.
Synthetic Turf & Putting Greens
Synthetic Turf & Putting Greens
Broward Landscape, Inc.Broward Landscape, Inc.
Broward Landscape Landscape Turf around Landscape
This is an example of an expansive contemporary side patio in Miami with natural stone paving and no cover.
Island Charm
Island Charm
Wentworth LandscapesWentworth Landscapes
https://www.mcneillphotography.ca/
Expansive classic side patio in Toronto with natural stone paving.
Paver Walkways
Paver Walkways
Kingdom LandscapingKingdom Landscaping
This is an example of a small contemporary side patio in Baltimore with concrete paving.
Pool Room with kitchen, TV and lounge
Pool Room with kitchen, TV and lounge
Totally OutdoorsTotally Outdoors
This stunning outdoor room featuring an insulated roof, kitchen, heating, TV, lounge area on a spotted gum deck all providing a simple but elegant outdoor retreat when outdoor entertaining by the pool.
Our Work
Our Work
Vivas Builders and RemodelingVivas Builders and Remodeling
Inspiration for a large modern side patio in Houston with a water feature, decking and no cover.
Mashour
Mashour
Swan Pools Southern CaliforniaSwan Pools Southern California
Small modern side patio in Orange County with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Cabernet Plan - Vineyards at Hammock Bay
Cabernet Plan - Vineyards at Hammock Bay
Randy Wise Homes IncRandy Wise Homes Inc
Medium sized traditional side patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Manhattan Beach Modern
Manhattan Beach Modern
SoCal ContractorSoCal Contractor
Inspiration for a large contemporary side patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace
Fireside Design CenterFireside Design Center
Outdoor fireplace remodel. Stainless steel, ventless fireplace with a slate surround and hearth.
Photo of an expansive classic side patio in San Diego with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Jersey Shore Custom Homes
Jersey Shore Custom Homes
McLaughlin ConstructionMcLaughlin Construction
Inspiration for an expansive coastal side patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor shower, brick paving and a roof extension.
神奈川県大和市梅澤英一様邸外構工事
神奈川県大和市梅澤英一様邸外構工事
デザインアース エクステリア&ガーデンデザインアース エクステリア&ガーデン
収納機能を持たせたベンチです。ウッドデッキと同じ板材を使用して、デザインと質感の統一性を大切にしました。壁面はジョリパットで仕上げています。笠木にはボリュームがあり高級感を感じる三協アルミのフィオーレデザイン笠木を使用しています。
This is an example of an expansive modern side patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Jindalee
Jindalee
Plantform LandscapesPlantform Landscapes
Inspiration for a contemporary side patio in Perth with natural stone paving.
Circular Patio
Circular Patio
Charleston Pavers LLCCharleston Pavers LLC
Our Client Wanted a Circular Paver Patio With 5 Different Colors of Pavers.
Design ideas for a medium sized side patio in Charleston with a fire feature and concrete paving.

Grey 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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