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Modern Patio Ideas and Designs

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Modern San Francisco Living
Modern San Francisco Living
Boxleaf Design, Inc.Boxleaf Design, Inc.
Small residential garden to suite a modern house and active children. This photo shows the flow between the family's new living room and the garden…seamless. -kwmla-
Busch House - Patio
Busch House - Patio
Vega ArchitectureVega Architecture
Copyright © Dana Miller www.millerhallphoto.com
Modern patio in Denver with a fire feature.
gillman res boca raton
gillman res boca raton
tucker design build inc.tucker design build inc.
tucker design build
This is an example of a large modern back patio in Miami with a fire feature, concrete paving and a gazebo.
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European Relaxation
European Relaxation
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Photography by SpaceCrafting
Photo of a modern patio in Minneapolis.
Belfast Residence
Belfast Residence
Drawing DeptDrawing Dept
Covered dining area with views to the interior kitchen and living room. Architect: Drawing Dept Contractor: Camery Hensley Construction Photography: Ross Van Pelt
Seacliff
Seacliff
Corr Contemporary HomesCorr Contemporary Homes
Inspiration for a modern patio in Los Angeles.
Gradman Residence
Gradman Residence
Swatt | Miers ArchitectsSwatt | Miers Architects
Cesar Rubio
Photo of a medium sized modern patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
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FCB:Design (Markus Canter) Project: Savona Road, Bel Air, CA 90077
FCB:Design (Markus Canter) Project: Savona Road, Bel Air, CA 90077
Markus Canter (FCB:Design)Markus Canter (FCB:Design)
Design ideas for a modern patio steps in Los Angeles.
Wood Burning Fire Circle | Minnesota River Overlook
Wood Burning Fire Circle | Minnesota River Overlook
Southview DesignSouthview Design
The view from the wood-burning fire pit is amazing! The 3-paver pattern patio with a circular border has plenty of room for chairs and more seating on the stacked Chilton wall. Including multiple fire places in a single backyard is an emerging trend that allows homeowners to have the ease and convenience of a natural gas fire pit and the ambiance of natural wood.
Modern Patio
Modern Patio
Inspiration for a modern courtyard patio in Kansas City.
Aluminium Shutters - Outdoor Rooms
Aluminium Shutters - Outdoor Rooms
All Shutters and Blinds (Brisbane)All Shutters and Blinds (Brisbane)
All Shutters and Blinds
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Brisbane.
747 Wing House
747 Wing House
David Hertz & Studio of Environmental ArchitectureDavid Hertz & Studio of Environmental Architecture
Photo: David Hertz
Design ideas for a modern patio in Los Angeles.
Style Makeover
Style Makeover
Door Store and WindowsDoor Store and Windows
Exterior of French doors leading from the deck to the Master bedroom.
Design ideas for a modern patio in Louisville.
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Guest House - Napa Valley
Guest House - Napa Valley
Michael Tauber ArchitectureMichael Tauber Architecture
Photo: Paul Dyer
This is an example of a large modern back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Globus Builder
Globus Builder
Globus BuilderGlobus Builder
This is an example of a modern patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and no cover.
English Backyard Farm to Table
English Backyard Farm to Table
Lanson B. Jones & Co, Inc.Lanson B. Jones & Co, Inc.
This is an example of a modern patio in Houston.
Outdoor TV lift stucco island cabinet hides TV and keeps it safe
Outdoor TV lift stucco island cabinet hides TV and keeps it safe
TV Lift Cabinet by Cabinet TronixTV Lift Cabinet by Cabinet Tronix
Cabinet Tronix outdoor weather resistant stucco TV lift furniture island with 360 swivel. Watch TV from sitting area, pool, Jacuzzi and bbq. This piece has an IPE top that rises up. Shown with a 55 inch LG TV however you can use other outdoor TV's such as Seura and SunbriteTV. We can build these to fit most size TV's such as 55, 65, 75 inch and larger. A beautiful rustic grained IPE solid Wood top coupled with a choice of two acrylics for luxury living, outdoors. There are about 60 stucco colors to select from or can be match colored to your homes paint. This piece in particular we used Ameristone Stoney Creak which is a stucco type finish with particle stones mixed in. These can go in so many places in the outdoor backyard and some can roll around on casters. Places outdoor these can be used are on the deck, patio by pool and Jacuzzi, under a pergola or veranda, out in the open, by the BBQ and many other places. These can be ordered with covers so no matter if you live in Southern California, Atlanta Georgia, Tampla Florida, New York City, Seattle Washington, Chicago, Las Vegas, Houston Texas or even Montana the outside furniture lift system will hold up great.

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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VILLA BLACK AND WHITE
VILLA BLACK AND WHITE
KYZLINK ARCHITECTSKYZLINK ARCHITECTS
Inspiration for a modern patio in Other with a pergola.
ENTERTAIN
ENTERTAIN
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
This is an example of a modern patio in San Francisco.
Point Dume Residence
Point Dume Residence
GEL: Griffin Enright LandscapeGEL: Griffin Enright Landscape
Porch area with water wall behind and fire pit in the foreground.
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
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