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Large Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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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
Edmonds Residence
Edmonds Residence
Casa Architecture and Interior DesignCasa Architecture and Interior Design
Fire pit terrace
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in Seattle with gravel, a fire feature and no cover.
Canyon Modern
Canyon Modern
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Photo of a large mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, gravel and a roof extension.
415 Chelsea NYC
415 Chelsea NYC
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and a gazebo.
Classic Splendor
Classic Splendor
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
A stunning landscape filled with traditional elements throughout. Knot gardens, formal boxwood gardens with a water feature at the center, dining under a plush pergola, and seating from front to back to enjoy every space. Multiple levels are created in the landscape with raised beds and views from the upper terrace. Extensive perennial beds fill the distance with color and texture. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan
Pergola Garden
Pergola Garden
Paul Maue Associates Landscape ArchitectsPaul Maue Associates Landscape Architects
The pergola has a bench on the far side that gives a layered view of the gardens that flank the gravel path, the stone landing at the edge of the pond and beyond across the lawn to the perimeter border garden. Photo: Paul Maue
Rancho Santa Fe Craftsman Pictures
Rancho Santa Fe Craftsman Pictures
Rancho Santa Fe CraftsmanRancho Santa Fe Craftsman
Large mediterranean back patio in San Diego with gravel, a fire feature and no cover.
Viñero En El Cañon Del Rio
Viñero En El Cañon Del Rio
Viaggio, Ltd.Viaggio, Ltd.
Viñero En El Cañon Del Rio by Viaggio, Ltd. in Littleton, CO. Viaggio Homes is a premier custom home builder in Colorado.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Denver with a potted garden and gravel.
Aviary in Landscape node
Aviary in Landscape node
3D Green Planet Architects3D Green Planet Architects
Aviary for a formal garden. The garden implements landscape node design. This garden has three nodes: Alley of the Planets and Arbor; Koi Pond with floating orbs: and Aviary node for tropical birds........ This garden is featured in the 2012 book: A GARDEN MAKES A HOUSE A HOME, by Elvin McDonald.
Walnut New Construction
Walnut New Construction
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
Design ideas for a large farmhouse back patio in San Francisco with gravel and no cover.
New Construction - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood
New Construction - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood
Luxe RemodelLuxe Remodel
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape
LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
Wonderful seating area under a Great Oak
This is an example of a large contemporary side patio in Santa Barbara with a fire feature and gravel.
Birdsboro, PA Project
Birdsboro, PA Project
Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.
Large rustic back patio in Philadelphia with gravel.
MEMORIAL | court yard
MEMORIAL | court yard
Symmetry ArchitectsSymmetry Architects
"Best of Houzz" architecture | www.symmetryarchitects.com interiors | www.browndesigngroup.com builder | www.hwhomes.com
Photo of a large traditional front patio in Dallas with gravel and no cover.
Private Residence
Private Residence
Duet Design GroupDuet Design Group
Fire Pit with Manutti Furnishings, Photo by David Lauer Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Denver with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Wallingford Passive Solar House
Wallingford Passive Solar House
Wyant ArchitectureWyant Architecture
Jeffrey Totaro
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and a roof extension.
Inviting Patio Spaces
Inviting Patio Spaces
Exscape DesignsExscape Designs
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Cleveland with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Free Standing Poolside Arbor
Free Standing Poolside Arbor
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Large contemporary back patio in Dallas with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.
Knepper Residence
Knepper Residence
Evolution Design Build GroupEvolution Design Build Group
Design ideas for a large rustic front patio in Salt Lake City with gravel, no cover and fencing.
Rollingwood Slide House
Rollingwood Slide House
Oliver Custom HomesOliver Custom Homes
Architect: Tim Brown Architecture. Photographer: Casey Fry
Photo of a large classic front patio in Austin with gravel and no cover.

Large Patio with Gravel 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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