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Modern Ranch House
Modern Ranch House
Terra Firma Custom HomesTerra Firma Custom Homes
Design ideas for a large contemporary patio in Denver.
Myer
Myer
Preferred Outdoor DesignsPreferred Outdoor Designs
Large rustic back patio in Louisville with stamped concrete and no cover.
Los Altos House
Los Altos House
Dotter & Solfjeld Architecture + DesignDotter & Solfjeld Architecture + Design
Photo of a large contemporary back patio steps in San Francisco with no cover and concrete slabs.
Bow Mar Ranch Remodel
Bow Mar Ranch Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Inspiration for a large classic patio in Denver with a fireplace.
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - 3eleven
Custom Design - Outdoor Living - 3eleven
Blue HeronBlue Heron
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in San Diego with tiled flooring and no cover.
Twisted Rock - Patterson Retaining Walls
Twisted Rock - Patterson Retaining Walls
Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.
A great shot showing the massive amount of retaining walls that we built with multiple areas of steps going through the walls.
This is an example of a large patio in Calgary.
Highland
Highland
Brookside Landscape DesignBrookside Landscape Design
This picture shows the fire lounge seating area and artificial turf area for family games. Photography: Brett Hilton
Large contemporary back patio steps in San Diego with gravel and no cover.
Urban Outdoor Retreat - Multi Level Entertaining
Urban Outdoor Retreat - Multi Level Entertaining
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
Multi-level city living backyard space. Perfect for entertaining.
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Chicago with no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen - Texas
Outdoor Kitchen - Texas
Fire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson CompanyFire Magic Grills - Robert H Peterson Company
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Patio Pavers
Patio Pavers
Prestige LandscapingPrestige Landscaping
Belgard paver patio with Outdoor Living Kit Grand Fire Ring installed in a backyard with a slope.
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Charleston with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Outdoor entertaining and living space
Outdoor entertaining and living space
Poul's Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.Poul's Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.
Large contemporary back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
NYC Suburb: Family-Friendly Elegance
NYC Suburb: Family-Friendly Elegance
Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio (JMMDS)Julie Moir Messervy Design Studio (JMMDS)
The landscape design for this property in an established New York City suburb marries stately elegance with relaxed outdoor living. The greatest challenge of the site was a considerable grade change over a small area (a third of an acre). We replaced overgrown shrubs and crumbling stonework with a clean hardscape design that clearly defines the flow around the property. A long play lawn in front is linked to a sideyard patio space and natural-gas campfire with broad bluestone block steps. A cozy dining terrace behind the house is hugged by a retaining wall that showcases friendly flowering plants and edibles. Set into the terrace wall is a custom water feature that brings sound and movement to the seating area. Exposed ledge in the backyard provides a fun playspace for adventurous kids, with a rope bridge leading to a playhouse.
Rustic sunken fire pit with bluestone gravel and large boulders
Rustic sunken fire pit with bluestone gravel and large boulders
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Seating for eight on the rustic green adirondack chairs. Fire pit is sunken into the earth and ringed with large granite boulders. Bluestone gravel adds to the rustic feel. Photo by Russell and Terra Jenkins
Agamenticus Pool Project
Agamenticus Pool Project
Robert Reed Associates, Inc.Robert Reed Associates, Inc.
Large classic back patio in Portland Maine with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Porches and Patios
Porches and Patios
Screens of Kentucky, LLCScreens of Kentucky, LLC
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Orange County with a roof extension and brick paving.
Mariposa
Mariposa
Forsite StudioForsite Studio
Large modern back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, a roof extension and decking.
Outdoor Structures
Outdoor Structures
Ettore Masonry Inc.Ettore Masonry Inc.
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Captiva Showcase Home
Captiva Showcase Home
Norris Furniture & InteriorsNorris Furniture & Interiors
Inspiration for a large coastal back patio in Miami with a roof extension, natural stone paving and a fireplace.
Outdoor Retreats, Hinsdale
Outdoor Retreats, Hinsdale
Hinsdale NurseriesHinsdale Nurseries
Photo of a large classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Photo Gallery
Photo Gallery
Diversified Contractors / DC PatioDiversified Contractors / DC Patio
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in DC Metro with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.

Large 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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