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Orange Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Tuscan Trowel Resurfacing
Tuscan Trowel Resurfacing
CustomCrete, Inc.CustomCrete, Inc.
Tuscan Trowel Resurfacing
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in St Louis with stamped concrete, a water feature and no cover.
EXTERIORS
EXTERIORS
Ticsa AmericaTicsa America
Inspiration for a large mediterranean back patio in Orange County with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Italian Atrium
Italian Atrium
Torrey Pines Landscape Co., IncTorrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc
Torrey Pines Landscape Co.
This is an example of a small mediterranean courtyard patio in San Diego with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Koi Pond
Koi Pond
Creative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & ContractorCreative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & Contractor
Koi pond in between decks. Pergola and decking are redwood. Concrete pillars under the steps for support. There are ample space in between the supporting pillars for koi fish to swim by, provides cover from sunlight and possible predators. Koi pond filtration is located under the wood deck, hidden from sight. The water fall is also a biological filtration (bakki shower). Pond water volume is 5500 gallon. Artificial grass and draught resistant plants were used in this yard.
Maysun Wells' Yin & Yang Fire Bowl and Fountain
Maysun Wells' Yin & Yang Fire Bowl and Fountain
Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.
Landscape complemented by fire bowl and fountain by Maysun Wells of http://www.wellsconcreteworks.com/
Pool & Screen Enclosures
Pool & Screen Enclosures
US Aluminum Services, Corp.US Aluminum Services, Corp.
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Orlando with a water feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Japanese Style Custom-Made Patio
Japanese Style Custom-Made Patio
West Wing CorporationWest Wing Corporation
Inspiration for a small traditional front patio in Orange County with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Arbors & Trellises
Arbors & Trellises
Earth Environments LLCEarth Environments LLC
Rustic back patio in Detroit with a water feature, brick paving and a pergola.
Загородный клуб
Загородный клуб
Сад.Ко ландшафтное бюроСад.Ко ландшафтное бюро
Inspiration for a contemporary front patio in Other with a water feature and no cover.
3 Towers
3 Towers
M.O.Daby DesignM.O.Daby Design
Photo by: Doreen Wynja @ Eye of the Lady http://www.eyeofthelady.smugmug.com/
Living on Lake Austin
Living on Lake Austin
Southern LandscapeSouthern Landscape
Recirculating pot fountain designed and built by Southern Landscape.
This is an example of a classic back patio in Austin with a water feature.
Spanish Style Mediterranen in Bellaire, Texas
Spanish Style Mediterranen in Bellaire, Texas
Purser ArchitecturalPurser Architectural
Purser Architectural Custom Home Design built by Tommy Cashiola Custom Homes
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean courtyard patio in Houston with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Waterfall House
Waterfall House
Eisler LandscapesEisler Landscapes
Perennials were added around the patio and multiple plantings were placed to blend the waterfall into the landscape. The naturalistic waterfall takes advantage of the slope to the fire pit, and a foot path from the side deck allows access over the stream.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Callaway Outdoor DesignsCallaway Outdoor Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized back patio in Houston with a water feature, brick paving and a pergola.
Vineyard Living
Vineyard Living
AJ's Landscaping & Outdoor ConstructionAJ's Landscaping & Outdoor Construction
Medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with a water feature, brick paving and no cover.
Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada
Indigo HomesIndigo Homes
Rix Ryan
Medium sized world-inspired back patio in Brisbane with a water feature, decking and a roof extension.
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Inspiration for a small contemporary courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
UltimatePatio
UltimatePatio
BBQGuysBBQGuys
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in New Orleans with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Chez Fleur
Chez Fleur
EFB Designs, LLCEFB Designs, LLC
Photo of a mediterranean courtyard patio in Denver with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.

Orange Patio with a Water Feature 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 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 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 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 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 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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