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Modern Patio with Decking Ideas and Designs

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井口の家
井口の家
村田淳建築研究室　JUN MURATA ARCHITECTS村田淳建築研究室　JUN MURATA ARCHITECTS
主庭から図書室、アズキナシのデッキを見通す。その向こうが駐輪スペース。 開かれた空間を内外問わず南に配置し、お互いをつなげている構成。
This is an example of a modern courtyard patio in Tokyo Suburbs with decking.
Harris Ranch Residence - 2016
Harris Ranch Residence - 2016
Sterling Landscape CompanySterling Landscape Company
Belgard porcelain pavers, Timbertech deck with a Alumawood shade structure, concrete stepping stones with Black Mexican Beach Pebbles, rock flower beds and raised planter
Banbury
Banbury
Hasler Homes LtdHasler Homes Ltd
New deck, fencing, french doors, hot tub and landscaping allowed this space to become an addition living space for this family. Includes custom privacy fencing, deck layout and bench work. Photo Credit: Darren Sutherland
Chicago Residence
Chicago Residence
LaCantina DoorsLaCantina Doors
LaCantina Doors Aluminum bi-folding door system
Large modern back patio in Chicago with decking and no cover.
Wallace Family | Endless Pools® Swim Spa
Wallace Family | Endless Pools® Swim Spa
Richard's Total Backyard SolutionsRichard's Total Backyard Solutions
The perfect balance of recreation, relaxation, and resistance with this Endless Pools® R200. This R200 features an End2End roll-away swim spa cover, a spa-side caddy and custom swim spa steps. Elevate your swim experience at night by turning on the spa jets and e with stunning underwater LED lights. We also extended the living space of this backyard patio by adding comfort deck to the swim spa and pergola area. The perfect backyard Staycation for endless fun year-round! #hottubs #pools #swimspas
Phantom Screens Design Gallery
Phantom Screens Design Gallery
Phantom Screens of Central FloridaPhantom Screens of Central Florida
This is an example of a large modern back patio in Orlando with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Rooftop Residence
Rooftop Residence
Lightscape, Inc.Lightscape, Inc.
A nighttime outdoor living space is created by using recessed LED lighting set on a dimmer.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, decking and a pergola.
Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman Design and Build
Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman Design and Build
David Reid HomesDavid Reid Homes
Covered outdoor entertaining areas make outdoor living possible year-round.
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Other with decking and a roof extension.
森のツリーハウス
森のツリーハウス
若松均建築設計事務所若松均建築設計事務所
Inspiration for a modern patio in Other with decking and no cover.
Comfortable, Modern Home Renovation
Comfortable, Modern Home Renovation
Monarch & MakerMonarch & Maker
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a roof extension.
Hot Tub with City View
Hot Tub with City View
Wolf Design StudioWolf Design Studio
Large modern back patio in Los Angeles with a living wall, decking and no cover.
Privacy Solution with Artificial Hedge Panels from GreenSmart
Privacy Solution with Artificial Hedge Panels from GreenSmart
GreenSmartDecorGreenSmartDecor
Add a bit of green to your outdoor area with Greensmart Decor. With artificial leaf panels, we've eliminated the maintenance and water consumption upkeep for real foliage. Our high-quality, weather resistant panels are the perfect privacy solution for your backyard, patio, deck or balcony.
Excelsior Escape
Excelsior Escape
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Design ideas for a large modern back patio in Minneapolis with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Williamsburg East
Williamsburg East
Brooklyn Deck and PatioBrooklyn Deck and Patio
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a pergola.
Front Entrance & Decking Entertainment Upgrade - Before
Front Entrance & Decking Entertainment Upgrade - Before
The Project Centre - Narre WarrenThe Project Centre - Narre Warren
Lee Sheehan
Medium sized modern back patio in Melbourne with decking and a roof extension.
Foxground House
Foxground House
Louise Nettleton ArchitectsLouise Nettleton Architects
Paul Bradshaw
Medium sized modern patio in Sydney with decking and a roof extension.
Excelsior Escape
Excelsior Escape
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Minneapolis with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Exterior Sliding Folding System
Exterior Sliding Folding System
NOVUS Intelligent FenestrationNOVUS Intelligent Fenestration
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Chicago with decking and no cover.
Hillcrest Hideaway
Hillcrest Hideaway
Citizen Design StudioCitizen Design Studio
Chipper Hatter
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in San Diego with a fire feature, decking and a gazebo.
Louver Opening & Closing Roof Verandah w/- Screens, Deck
Louver Opening & Closing Roof Verandah w/- Screens, Deck
Totally OutdoorsTotally Outdoors
Louver Verandah - open & closing roof to a wrap around deck providing with colorbond screen to enhance privacy to the raised deck. Stainless steel handrails looking over rear backyard area

Modern Patio with Decking 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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