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Modern Patio with Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Coronado
Coronado
osmosis architectureosmosis architecture
Large modern back patio in Denver with an outdoor kitchen and concrete slabs.
San Jose Complete Remodel and Addition
San Jose Complete Remodel and Addition
Lavan Construction | Design + BuildLavan Construction | Design + Build
Medium sized modern back patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and no cover.
Mill Valley Guesthouse
Mill Valley Guesthouse
Turnbull Griffin HaesloopTurnbull Griffin Haesloop
Inspiration for a modern patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Modern Fence in Greenwich, CT
Modern Fence in Greenwich, CT
Riverside FenceRiverside Fence
Design ideas for an expansive modern back patio in New York with a water feature and concrete slabs.
Anholm Backyard Renewal
Anholm Backyard Renewal
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in San Luis Obispo with a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Colorful Modern
Colorful Modern
TATE|studioTATE|studio
This compact patio has a small pool and vibrant landscaping.
Small modern back patio in Dallas with a water feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Floresta
Floresta
Metro Design GroupMetro Design Group
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in San Francisco with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Equinox Louvered Roof
Equinox Louvered Roof
CovertechCovertech
Mike Wendell
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Boise with a fire feature, concrete slabs and an awning.
Modern Retreat
Modern Retreat
Luxescapes, LLCLuxescapes, LLC
Stephen Himschoot
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Yerger Residence
Yerger Residence
Chen + Suchart StudioChen + Suchart Studio
From the shaded back patio, one can see the view of Camelback Mountain through the house. The bar area is located adjacent to the back patio and wet edge pool. Timmerman Photography - Bill Timmerman
Modern Pergola + Patio - Fox Point, WI
Modern Pergola + Patio - Fox Point, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
The view from the dining room of the home.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Milwaukee with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Sean Residence
Sean Residence
Anchor Design-Build, llcAnchor Design-Build, llc
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Dallas with a vegetable patch, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Modern Landscaping | Freeform Pool
Modern Landscaping | Freeform Pool
4 Seasons Remodeling & Design Inc.4 Seasons Remodeling & Design Inc.
This is an example of a small modern back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Exterior - Pathways
Exterior - Pathways
ERA STONE & TILEERA STONE & TILE
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs.
Oakland Hills Hideaway - Outdoor Dining
Oakland Hills Hideaway - Outdoor Dining
studio M MERGEstudio M MERGE
Marion Brenner
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Irvine - Modern Concrete Bench with Fireplace
Irvine - Modern Concrete Bench with Fireplace
M & J Star Construction, Inc.M & J Star Construction, Inc.
Photo of a large modern back patio in Orange County with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Intimate backyard Remodeling | Fire Pit and Patio Covers
Intimate backyard Remodeling | Fire Pit and Patio Covers
LUSH REMODELING & DEVELOPMENT INCLUSH REMODELING & DEVELOPMENT INC
In this project we have transformed an intimate backyard into a high-end patio including: artificial grass, stepping stones, stamp concrete, custom made fire –pit with a concrete bench, Alumawood patio cover with canopy, lighting and electric outlets.
Modern Home in Chapel Hill
Modern Home in Chapel Hill
Anderson PaintingAnderson Painting
Inspiration for a large modern courtyard patio in Raleigh with an awning and concrete slabs.
Central Park Outdoor Oasis
Central Park Outdoor Oasis
Mile High LandscapingMile High Landscaping
Planter and concrete spheres from our retail shop, Creative Living
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Denver with concrete slabs.
Modern Patio
Modern Patio
Medium sized modern patio in Minneapolis 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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