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Patio with Concrete Paving Ideas and Designs

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Carroll St. Residence
Carroll St. Residence
Palette ArchitecturePalette Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional patio in New York with concrete paving and no cover.
San Francisco 2-Story Addition
San Francisco 2-Story Addition
JMJ StudiosJMJ Studios
View of rear yard included custom-colored concrete walls, pavers, riverstone and a built-in bench around a firepit. Sliding Glass wall system by Nanawall. All exterior lighting by Bega. Catherine Nguyen Photography
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.
Condrich Project
Condrich Project
Outdoor Artisan, Inc.Outdoor Artisan, Inc.
BruceSaundersPhotography.com
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, concrete paving and a gazebo.
401 State Street
401 State Street
Greenbaum Home FurnishingsGreenbaum Home Furnishings
Photo of a small rural back patio in Seattle with concrete paving and no cover.
Park Slope, Brooklyn Garden Design, Water Fountain, Travertine Paver, Wood fence
Park Slope, Brooklyn Garden Design, Water Fountain, Travertine Paver, Wood fence
Todd Haiman Landscape DesignTodd Haiman Landscape Design
Brooklyn Garden Design © Todd Haiman Landscape Design
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in New York with concrete paving and no cover.
Valley View
Valley View
Lindgren LandscapeLindgren Landscape
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Denver with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Bow Mar Ranch Remodel
Bow Mar Ranch Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Large classic back patio in Denver with a fireplace, concrete paving and a pergola.
Backyard Paradise
Backyard Paradise
Morgan Howarth PhotographyMorgan Howarth Photography
Maryland Landscaping, Twilight, Pool, Pavillion, Pergola, Spa, Whirlpool, Outdoor Kitchen, Front steps by Wheats Landscaping
This is an example of an expansive classic back patio in DC Metro with concrete paving, a pergola and a bbq area.
Modern Sunken Patio
Modern Sunken Patio
UnilockUnilock
These homeowners faced a significant challenge when designing the patio of their dreams. The yard sloped into a forest backing onto their home. This was resolved by building several steps that lead to a beautiful sunken patio with a surrounding U-Cara retaining wall that showcases their lush gardens. They chose to also add a U-Cara firepit as the focal point, so their family can relax in a cozy setting.
Ryley Court
Ryley Court
In House BuildersIn House Builders
Photo of a rustic patio in Sacramento with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Fireplaces
Outdoor Fireplaces
Demary Construction, LLCDemary Construction, LLC
This is an example of a large classic back patio in New York with a fireplace, concrete paving and no cover.
Los Altos
Los Altos
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
This is an example of a large contemporary courtyard patio in San Francisco with a living wall, concrete paving and a pergola.
Houston St.
Houston St.
Lyrd InteriorsLyrd Interiors
Photo of a contemporary front patio in Houston with concrete paving and a pergola.
Lennox Gardens
Lennox Gardens
ClarisfordClarisford
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in London with a living wall and concrete paving.
Ashdale Lane
Ashdale Lane
Mark Langos Interior DesignMark Langos Interior Design
Photo: Meghan Bob Photo
Photo of a large country back patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving, a roof extension and a bar area.
SALO House - Captain Cook Crescent
SALO House - Captain Cook Crescent
Thursday ArchitectureThursday Architecture
Tim Bean Photography
Large contemporary back patio in Canberra - Queanbeyan with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Summer Classics
Summer Classics
Seville HomeSeville Home
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in Kansas City with no cover and concrete paving.
Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ
Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ
Jacobsen Landscape Design & ConstructionJacobsen Landscape Design & Construction
This is an example of a large classic back patio in New York with a fire feature, no cover and concrete paving.
Fire Table
Fire Table
Prism HardscapesPrism Hardscapes
Medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving, a fire feature and no cover.

Patio with Concrete Paving 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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