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Contemporary Open Home
Contemporary Open Home
ClearOvationsClearOvations
Design ideas for a large contemporary patio in Denver.
East Northport Brown Jordan Kitchen
East Northport Brown Jordan Kitchen
Outdoorliving By Kenneth ReillyOutdoorliving By Kenneth Reilly
Large contemporary back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and an awning.
Back yard reno
Back yard reno
UserUser
Photo of a large classic back patio in New York with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoorliving By Kenneth ReillyOutdoorliving By Kenneth Reilly
Photo of a large classic back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, an awning and concrete paving.
Oakhurst: Archictual Landscaping
Oakhurst: Archictual Landscaping
Outdoor Living LLCOutdoor Living LLC
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Detroit with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Custom 1 1/2 story (based on a Carabelle)
Custom 1 1/2 story (based on a Carabelle)
Cypress Homes, Inc.Cypress Homes, Inc.
In the kitchen are these glass doors which lead to this amazing screen-in patio. The patio has a floor to ceiling fireplace that is perfect to keep warm by in any month of the year.
Seacliff Patio
Seacliff Patio
SSA Landscape ArchitectsSSA Landscape Architects
For this seaside patio, creating maximum usable space in a small front yard was the main goal. Equipped with an outdoor kitchen and a large fireplace, this space is a perfect compliment to the recently renovated ultra-modern house.
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
Johnson Development Co.Johnson Development Co.
Large traditional back patio in St Louis with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Northeast Portland - Blessing Landscape Design, Client Installed Backyard
Northeast Portland - Blessing Landscape Design, Client Installed Backyard
Blessing LandscapesBlessing Landscapes
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
New Home - Brielle, NJ
New Home - Brielle, NJ
Blue Water Construction, LLCBlue Water Construction, LLC
Photo of a large nautical back patio in New York with tiled flooring, a roof extension and an outdoor kitchen.
Patio Photos
Patio Photos
Irwin OutdoorsIrwin Outdoors
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in Tampa with a fire feature, stamped concrete and no cover.
Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ
Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ
Jacobsen Landscape Design & ConstructionJacobsen Landscape Design & Construction
Large traditional back patio in New York with a fire feature, no cover and tiled flooring.
Pleasanton Outdoor Pavilion Addition
Pleasanton Outdoor Pavilion Addition
Gayler Design BuildGayler Design Build
Our client, a young executive in the cosmetics industry, wanted to take advantage of a very large, empty space between her house and pool to create a beautiful and functional outdoor living space to entertain family and clients, and to hold business meetings. Gayler Design Build, in collaboration with Jeff Culbertson/Culbertson Durst Interiors, designed and built this gorgeous Outdoor Great Room. She needed a place that could accommodate a small group of 8 for Sunday brunch, to a large corporate gathering of 35 colleagues. She wanted the outdoor great room to be contemporary (so that it coordinated with the interior of her home), comfortable and inviting.   Clearspan roof design allowed for maximum space underneath and heaters and fans were added for climate control, along with 2 TVs and a stereo system for entertaining. The bar seats 6, and has a large Fire Magic BBQ and 2 burner cooktop, 2 under counter refrigerators, a warming drawer and assorted cabinets and drawers.
Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville
Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville
RSU ContractorsRSU Contractors
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Nashville with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Private Beer Garden
Private Beer Garden
O'Brien LandscapeO'Brien Landscape
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Chicago with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Crayton Road- Old Naples
Crayton Road- Old Naples
Waterside Builders IncWaterside Builders Inc
Design ideas for a large classic patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
TREX Pergolas
TREX Pergolas
UserUser
TREX Pergolas can look just like wood but perform much better for a maintenance free experience for years. Although there are standard kits like 12' x 16' (etc), we can also custom design something totally unique to you!
British West Indies Custom Home in Naples
British West Indies Custom Home in Naples
Simonsen-Hickok InteriorsSimonsen-Hickok Interiors
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in Miami with a fire feature, no cover and natural stone paving.
Réaménagement et extension de maison
Réaménagement et extension de maison
VERTIGO atelier d'architectureVERTIGO atelier d'architecture
Large contemporary back patio in Paris with a vegetable patch and decking.
Pool Pavilion
Pool Pavilion
Sally Ross DesignsSally Ross Designs
Large traditional back patio in New York with natural stone paving and a gazebo.

Large 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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