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Large Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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Backyard Monarch Oasis
Backyard Monarch Oasis
SaxonLynn Arts Murals & Fine ArtSaxonLynn Arts Murals & Fine Art
Photo of a large modern back patio in New Orleans with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Serralunga Collection 2017
Serralunga Collection 2017
UserUser
Serralunga 2017 Collection. Cero Ottoman designed by Brian Steendyk. Available through Linea, Inc. in Los Angeles.
This is an example of a large modern courtyard patio in Los Angeles with gravel and a pergola.
DOS CASAS-PATIO TUTELADAS.
DOS CASAS-PATIO TUTELADAS.
Álvaro Viera | FOTOGRAFÍA DE ARQUITECTURAÁlvaro Viera | FOTOGRAFÍA DE ARQUITECTURA
Pablo Lombardía, Juan Carlos Navarro
Large contemporary courtyard patio in Other with gravel and no cover.
Knepper Residence
Knepper Residence
Evolution Design Build GroupEvolution Design Build Group
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio in Salt Lake City with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Hardscapes
Hardscapes
St Louis Select LandscapingSt Louis Select Landscaping
Design ideas for a large rustic back patio in St Louis with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Stunning Contemporary
Stunning Contemporary
Knight Architects LLCKnight Architects LLC
Renovation of a ranch with a great room and kitchen opening up to new conrete terrace with built in fireplace, grill and planter. Pete Weigley
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in New York with a fireplace, gravel and no cover.
Ca l'Amo
Ca l'Amo
Marià Castelló, ArchitectureMarià Castelló, Architecture
Fotografía: Marià Castelló
Design ideas for a large contemporary patio in Other with gravel.
DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ
DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ
The Room StudioThe Room Studio
Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Barcelona with a potted garden, gravel and a pergola.
Beachside Fire Pit
Beachside Fire Pit
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
Concrete spheres in the fire pit add a playful air to a geometric beach lounge. As the garden matures, the fence line will transform into a hedge. Photos: Orly Olivier
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.
Sundance Landscapes
Sundance Landscapes
Sundance LandscapingSundance Landscaping
Photo of a large classic back patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and a pergola.
Hill Country Contemporary
Hill Country Contemporary
Olson Defendorf Custom HomesOlson Defendorf Custom Homes
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Austin with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
minimalist serene retreat
minimalist serene retreat
SVA Home and GardenSVA Home and Garden
Large back patio in Los Angeles with gravel and no cover.
415 Chelsea NYC
415 Chelsea NYC
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and a gazebo.
Brywill
Brywill
Ampersand ConstructionAmpersand Construction
Large modern back patio in Tampa with gravel.
Lain Project
Lain Project
Outdoor Artisan, Inc.Outdoor Artisan, Inc.
Photo by: Bruce Saunders with Connectivity Group, LLC
Large rural back patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.
Traditional Low Water Garden
Traditional Low Water Garden
Schnetz Landscape Inc.Schnetz Landscape Inc.
Large mediterranean patio in San Diego with gravel, no cover and a fire feature.
O'Neil Passive House
O'Neil Passive House
Signum ArchitectureSignum Architecture
Design ideas for a large country courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, gravel and no cover.
Garden
Garden
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
This couple is compromised of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Entertains and relaxes.
Patio Area
Patio Area
DesRochers Backyard Pools, Inc.DesRochers Backyard Pools, Inc.
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in Other with a fire feature, 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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