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Salmon Avenue
Salmon Avenue
minimal windows® UKminimal windows® UK
Inspiration for a modern patio in Buckinghamshire.
Glen Residence
Glen Residence
AoDK Inc.AoDK Inc.
Photo: Scott Pease
Medium sized modern back patio in Cleveland with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Firepit
Firepit
FurrionFurrion
This is an example of a modern patio.
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Backyard seating area with fire pit
Backyard seating area with fire pit
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Exterior colors and furniture selection by Julie McMahon. Photos by Daniel Bosler
Glass House in the Garden
Glass House in the Garden
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Modern glass house set in the landscape evokes a midcentury vibe. A modern gas fireplace divides the living area with a polished concrete floor from the greenhouse with a gravel floor. The frame is painted steel with aluminum sliding glass door. The front features a green roof with native grasses and the rear is covered with a glass roof. Photo by: Gregg Shupe Photography
Ming Indoor-Outdoor Planter
Ming Indoor-Outdoor Planter
Home InfatuationHome Infatuation
The stylish contemporary design of this planter will fit perfectly in the home or outdoors on the patio. It is rotational molded of a high quality polyethylene resin that is very weather resistant in all climates and is available in several fade resistant mat finish colors. This is a commercial grade product that is almost break-proof when knocked. The color finish extends throughout the planter so it will not chip or peel and will not show a different color if scratched. The inside of the planter has a molded basin for planting that is not removable. It comes without drainage holes but they can be easily drilled. A matching color saucer is also available. An optional stainless steel mounting plate is also available. The plate attaches to the bottom of the table and can then be screwed to the floor surface. Floor mounting screws are not included.
Greico Designer Builders Dallas
Greico Designer Builders Dallas
Greico Designers/Builders DallasGreico Designers/Builders Dallas
View of courtyard from upper level
Photo of a large modern courtyard patio in Dallas with natural stone paving and no cover.
Custom Pergolas
Custom Pergolas
Broward Landscape, Inc.Broward Landscape, Inc.
Pergola, Outdoor Kitchen Ivory Travertine
Inspiration for an expansive modern back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
202 Venetian Drive | Delray Beach, Florida - Offered at $4.295 Million
202 Venetian Drive | Delray Beach, Florida - Offered at $4.295 Million
Seaside Builders Of Delray Beach, FloridaSeaside Builders Of Delray Beach, Florida
Loggia
Large modern back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
MODERN FARMHOUSE
MODERN FARMHOUSE
BLUEWAGON LANDSCAPE & DESIGN INCBLUEWAGON LANDSCAPE & DESIGN INC
This is an example of a modern back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature and a pergola.
AlfrescSLO Living
AlfrescSLO Living
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
photography by Joslyn Amato
Large modern back patio in San Luis Obispo with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.
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.
Stone fireplace with adirondack chairs
Stone fireplace with adirondack chairs
Everett Garden DesignsEverett Garden Designs
©Melissa Clark Photography. All rights reserved.
This is an example of a small modern back patio in DC Metro with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Culver City Backyard
Culver City Backyard
John Milander ArchitectsJohn Milander Architects
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Outdoor Fire Pit with Concrete/Grass Pavers
Outdoor Fire Pit with Concrete/Grass Pavers
California Landscape ConstructionCalifornia Landscape Construction
We created a custom paver design and included a gas fire pit.
Medium sized modern back patio in Orange County with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Yarralumla II Residence
Yarralumla II Residence
Studio Black InteriorsStudio Black Interiors
Yarralumla II Residence. Interior Design and styling by Studio Black Interiors. Build by REP Building. Photography by Adam McGrath.
Photo of a modern patio in Canberra - Queanbeyan.
Mirador Modern
Mirador Modern
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Modern patio in Austin.
Mirador Modern
Mirador Modern
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Inspiration for a modern patio in Austin.
Outdoor Landscape
Outdoor Landscape
RT HomesRT Homes
Inspiration for a modern patio in Los Angeles.

Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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Outdoor Space
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