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Modern Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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Custom Pool with Deck Jets
Custom Pool with Deck Jets
Mallette Landscaping & Pools OTTAWAMallette Landscaping & Pools OTTAWA
Drone video produced by Studio 256 https://youtu.be/21YBsQHXK-8
Photo of a large modern back patio in Ottawa with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
59th Street
59th Street
Baran Studio ArchitectureBaran Studio Architecture
Photo by Peter Lyons
Modern patio in San Francisco with gravel.
Modern Fountain - Elm Grove, WI
Modern Fountain - Elm Grove, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A small, pond-less water feature allows for the sights and sounds of water without a lot of maintenance. A more contemporary water feature vs a typical fountain. Westhauser Photography
FULL BACKYARD REMODELING
FULL BACKYARD REMODELING
Royal Family Construction, Inc.Royal Family Construction, Inc.
Fully custom backyard, a beautiful design done together with the homeowners and then brought to life by Royal Family Construction Team.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and gravel.
Expansive Modern Patio
Expansive Modern Patio
Deco PlantersDeco Planters
This is an example of an expansive modern back patio in New York with gravel, no cover and a potted garden.
Modern Classic Home | Backyard Patio
Modern Classic Home | Backyard Patio
James Witt HomesJames Witt Homes
Photography by Bernard Andre
Design ideas for a modern patio in San Francisco with a fire feature and gravel.
Bentintoshape 48" x 20" Rectangular Fire Pit
Bentintoshape 48" x 20" Rectangular Fire Pit
authenTEAK Outdoor LivingauthenTEAK Outdoor Living
The Bentintoshape 48" x 20" Rectangular Fire Pit is constructed with 11 Gauge Cor-Ten Steel for maximum durability and rustic antique appearance. Cor-Ten, also known as Weathering Steel, is a steel alloy which was developed to eliminate the need for painting and form a stable rust-like appearance when exposed to the weather. The overall outside dimensions of the Fire Pit are 48” long x 20” deep x 20” tall. The fire bowl opening dimensions are 42” long x 18” deep x 4” tall. The gas burning option comes standard with a 75,000 BTU Burner and accommodates 90 lbs. of fire glass. Fire Glass sold separately. Options Available: - Wood Burning - the media grate is positioned 5” from the bottom of the fire bowl. (14" deep) - Natural Gas or Liquid Propane Gas burner kit - the media grate is positioned 5” from the bottom of the fire bowl and the fire ring is positioned below the grate. You would purchase this configuration if you are using ceramic logs or if you wanted to start a natural wood fire with gas. (14" deep) - Glass or Lava Rock burning with a gas kit - the media grate is positioned 4” from the top of the fire bowl and the fire ring is positioned above the grate. In this configuration, you would fill the bowl with fire glass or lava rock to just above the fire ring. The gas defuses thru the media grate and is ignited at the surface. (4" deep) Fire glass and/or lava rocks sold separately. - The Hidden Tank option comes complete with a glass/lava media grate and a propane gas kit for a 20 lb propane tank. On one tank, the fire pit will burner for approximately 8-14 hours. The overall dimensions of this Fire Pit are 48” long x 20” deep x 26” tall. Fire glass and/or lava rocks sold separately. Fire Bowl Cover constructed out of Cor-Ten Steel to convert your fire pit to a functional cocktail table when not in use.
5406 Duval - Mid-Century Modern
5406 Duval - Mid-Century Modern
Carty Custom Builders, LLCCarty Custom Builders, LLC
Secluded side yard
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Austin with gravel and a roof extension.
Fountainscape in Saline, MI
Fountainscape in Saline, MI
Poseidon Ponds & LandscapingPoseidon Ponds & Landscaping
We turned this old mill stone into a water feature and bird bath for one of our customers. We placed it just outside their living room window so they can enjoy the noise of the water and watch the birds play in the water.
Le bureau au fond du jardin
Le bureau au fond du jardin
AGENCE MARN DÉCOAGENCE MARN DÉCO
Design ideas for a medium sized modern front patio in Paris with a vegetable patch and gravel.
Casa Sonoma
Casa Sonoma
Reyes Landscape ConstructionReyes Landscape Construction
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Fair Winds
Fair Winds
Lane Williams ArchitectsLane Williams Architects
Fire pit with awning.
Photo of an expansive modern courtyard patio in Seattle with gravel and an awning.
ellwood exteriors
ellwood exteriors
Erin Ellwood DesignErin Ellwood Design
Photo of a medium sized modern patio in Los Angeles with gravel.
Modern minimalist
Modern minimalist
Evolving LandscapesEvolving Landscapes
Client asked for a simple transition from deck to yard with area for sitting.
Photo of a small modern back patio in Kansas City with gravel and no cover.
Wolfe Residence
Wolfe Residence
Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney ArchitectsEhrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects
Oversized sliding glass doors open the steel structure on two sides (sliding into wall pockets), transforming the house into an airy pavilion. (Photo: Grant Mudford)
Exterior Design Courtyard
Exterior Design Courtyard
romero + obeji interior designromero + obeji interior design
This sitting area was part of an entire apartment courtyard project encompassing a modern deck with outdoor kitchen and dining as well as large seating groupings including chairs made from recycled materials, a sectional sofa upholstered in Sunbrella fabric and salvaged wood tree stump tables. The powder coated large metal wall art was designed by Chris Obeji of Hector Romero Design - this art is a great shade of salmon pink and it's backlit with uplights washing the walls behind at night. It also holds an outdoor movie screen that can be easily pulled down for movie nights. A great project that makes for some even greater parties. More images on our website http://www.hectorromerodesign.com/exterior-project photos by HRD
Castle Kirk
Castle Kirk
Square One Landscape GroupSquare One Landscape Group
Photo of a small modern back patio in New Orleans with a fire feature and gravel.
California Fresh Air Breakroom
California Fresh Air Breakroom
PHASE2 BUILDERS INC.PHASE2 BUILDERS INC.
White metal bistro chairs in a newly establish shady garden nook. Foxtail agaves pictured in forefront.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in San Francisco with gravel and no cover.
Gloster
Gloster
Patio comPatio com
Medium sized modern back patio in New York with gravel and no cover.
Modern minimalist
Modern minimalist
Evolving LandscapesEvolving Landscapes
Client asked for a simple transition from deck to yard with area for sitting.
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in Kansas City with gravel.

Modern Patio with Gravel 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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