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Modern Patio with Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Irvine - Modern Concrete Bench with Fireplace
Irvine - Modern Concrete Bench with Fireplace
M & J Star Construction, Inc.M & J Star Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Orange County with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Mid-Century Vibe Concrete Patio - Bayside
Mid-Century Vibe Concrete Patio - Bayside
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A line of 'Skyracer' molinia repeats the same element from the front yard and is paralleled by a bluestone stepper path into the lawn. Westhauser Photography
Big Fir Vineyard
Big Fir Vineyard
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
A double-sided, inverted bay window seat with generous sliding windows is an especially clever way to bridge the indoor-outdoor threshold. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.
Outdoor Kitchen Experience
Outdoor Kitchen Experience
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
Gorgeous outdoor kitchen space with horizontal wood backdrop wall and integrated TV entertainment system. Large, open counter space with endless view allows for a unique dining experience. Larger format porcelain slab for ease of maintenance and modern industrial pergola with outdoor heating above for added comfort and protection from outdoor elements. Intricately placed lighting helps to create amazing nighttime ambiance.
Beachside Bungalow
Beachside Bungalow
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
This front yard overhaul in Shell Beach, CA included the installation of concrete walkway and patio slabs with Mexican pebble joints, a raised concrete patio and steps for enjoying ocean-side sunset views, a horizontal board ipe privacy screen and gate to create a courtyard with raised steel planters and a custom gas fire pit, landscape lighting, and minimal planting for a modern aesthetic.
Albany Residence - Toronto, ON
Albany Residence - Toronto, ON
Sander Design Landscape ArchitectureSander Design Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a modern patio in Toronto with concrete slabs and no cover.
Westlake Modern
Westlake Modern
Southern LandscapeSouthern Landscape
Southern Landscape turned an older Westlake home into a modern masterpiece. The backyard was completely renovated to include a massive, modern steel cabana cantlievered over the new pool deck and stairs. A raised outdoor kitchen and dining area is covered with another custom steel cabana and surrounded by glass rail.
Modern Planter Beds
Modern Planter Beds
California Landscape ConstructionCalifornia Landscape Construction
We installed a raised garden bed made of redwood with individual timed sprinklers. This is a great contemporary garden with minimal upkeep.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Orange County with a vegetable patch, no cover and concrete slabs.
Sonoma Pool House
Sonoma Pool House
Schwartz and ArchitectureSchwartz and Architecture
Matthew Millman
Photo of an expansive modern front patio in San Francisco with a water feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
GK Residence
GK Residence
Jenny KramerJenny Kramer
Steve Craft Photography
Photo of a modern courtyard patio in Phoenix with concrete slabs and no cover.
Mid-Century Vibe Concrete Patio - Bayside
Mid-Century Vibe Concrete Patio - Bayside
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A linear planting of 'Green Velvet' buxus interrupts a line of 'Skyracer' molinia. Westhauser Photography
Medium sized modern back patio in Milwaukee with concrete slabs and a fire feature.
Modern Patio
Modern Patio
Design ideas for a modern patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs and no cover.
Potreo Hill Modern
Potreo Hill Modern
Outer space Landscape ArchitectureOuter space Landscape Architecture
Jude Hellewell and Laura White
Modern patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Mon Terre
Mon Terre
DCM Building DesignDCM Building Design
Modern back patio in Sunshine Coast with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A modern dining area features an "opening-closing" louvered patio cover w/ outdoor kitchen, raised planters, and accent lighting.
Small modern back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Rustic Modern Outdoor Entertainment Retreat
Rustic Modern Outdoor Entertainment Retreat
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
This spacious, multi-level backyard in San Luis Obispo, CA, once completely underutilized and overtaken by weeds, was converted into the ultimate outdoor entertainment space with a custom pool and spa as the centerpiece. A cabana with a built-in storage bench, outdoor TV and wet bar provide a protected place to chill during hot pool days, and a screened outdoor shower nearby is perfect for rinsing off after a dip. A hammock attached to the master deck and the adjacent pool deck are ideal for relaxing and soaking up some rays. The stone veneer-faced water feature wall acts as a backdrop for the pool area, and transitions into a retaining wall dividing the upper and lower levels. An outdoor sectional surrounds a gas fire bowl to create a cozy spot to entertain in the evenings, with string lights overhead for ambiance. A Belgard paver patio connects the lounge area to the outdoor kitchen with a Bull gas grill and cabinetry, polished concrete counter tops, and a wood bar top with seating. The outdoor kitchen is tucked in next to the main deck, one of the only existing elements that remain from the previous space, which now functions as an outdoor dining area overlooking the entire yard. Finishing touches included low-voltage LED landscape lighting, pea gravel mulch, and lush planting areas and outdoor decor.
Collector's Retreat
Collector's Retreat
Heliotrope ArchitectsHeliotrope Architects
Photography by Sean Airhart
Modern patio in Seattle with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Disco Wall Garden
Disco Wall Garden
Outside Space NYC Landscape DesignOutside Space NYC Landscape Design
Zomnia Vasquez
Inspiration for a modern back patio in New York with concrete slabs and no cover.
Desert Modern
Desert Modern
Sustain ScapeSustain Scape
This is an example of a large modern back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Berkeley
Berkeley
Bloom Concrete & Landscape DesignBloom Concrete & Landscape Design
Lauren Bloom
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in Denver with concrete slabs.

Modern Patio with Concrete Slabs 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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