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Bruce's Garden
Bruce's Garden
UserUser
Photo of a classic patio in Charlotte with gravel and no cover.
Birchgrove - Tiny Courtyard
Birchgrove - Tiny Courtyard
OUTHOUSE designOUTHOUSE design
Photos by Katrine Mardini
Photo of a small contemporary courtyard patio in Sydney with a living wall.
Rustic Peastone Patio & Garden - World's End, Hingham
Rustic Peastone Patio & Garden - World's End, Hingham
UserUser
The goal of this landscape design and build project was to create a simple patio using peastone with a granite cobble edging. The patio sits adjacent to the residence and is bordered by lawn, vegetable garden beds, and a cairn rock water feature. Designed and built by Skyline Landscapes, LLC.
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Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover
Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Contemporary Ranch - Home Remodel
Contemporary Ranch - Home Remodel
McCutcheon Construction Inc.McCutcheon Construction Inc.
this professionally equipped outdoor kitchen features top-of-the-line appliances and a built-in smoker Eric Rorer Photography
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
DeGoey DesignsDeGoey Designs
Inspiration for a small industrial back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen and brick paving.
Lake Minnetonka Artisan Home
Lake Minnetonka Artisan Home
Ron Brenner ArchitectsRon Brenner Architects
Wrap around porch.
Photo of a classic back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Gas Fire Pits
Gas Fire Pits
Decorative LandscapingDecorative Landscaping
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Salt Lake City with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Swigart Project
Swigart Project
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Bamboo water feature, brick patio, fire pit, Japanese garden, Japanese Tea Hut, Japanese water feature, lattice, metal roof, outdoor bench, outdoor dining, fire pit, tree grows up through deck, firepit stools, paver patio, privacy screens, trellis, hardscape patio, Tigerwood Deck, wood beam, wood deck, privacy screens, bubbler water feature, paver walkway
Pavilion
Pavilion
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
Best of Houzz Design Award Winner. The pavilion not only provides a shady respite during the summer months but also a great place to relax by the fire during spring and fall. The pavilion is convenient to the home, the pool and the outdoor kitchen. Landscape design by John Algozzini. Landscape design by John Algozzini. The complete landscape can be seen in our projects, listed as Fun By The Farm.
ZUMA: Outdoor
ZUMA: Outdoor
Saffron Case HomesSaffron Case Homes
Photo of a contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
Flex Roof
Flex Roof
Armadillo Convertible Room SolutionsArmadillo Convertible Room Solutions
Available in different fabrics and colors. All products are custom made. We chose the top-rated "Gennius Awning" for our FlexRoof. The FlexRoof is a roller-roof system, from KE Durasol Awnings, one of the best rated awning companies. The FlexRoof is more unique than traditional awnings on the market, such as retractable awnings. The FlexRoof is built onto a pergola-type frame (or mounted onto a FlexRoom) which aesthetically enhances your outdoor space and adds function as an outdoor room. The FlexRoof provides overhead protection from outdoor elements with design and innovation. Our FlexRoof can be installed together with or separately from a FlexRoom. All FlexRoofs are custom designed and are available in a variety of frame options, fabrics, and colors. Lights and/or speaker installations are optional.
Randy & Rori's Home
Randy & Rori's Home
T.A. French - Custom BuilderT.A. French - Custom Builder
Photo of a classic patio in Austin.
Timber Texture All Concrete Outdoor Kitchen
Timber Texture All Concrete Outdoor Kitchen
Concrete CommanderConcrete Commander
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen and brick paving.
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
Small spaces can provide big challenges. These homeowners wanted to include a lot in their tiny backyard! There were also numerous city restrictions to comply with, and elevations to contend with. The design includes several seating areas, a fire feature that can be seen from the home's front entry, a water wall, and retractable screens. This was a "design only" project. Installation was coordinated by the homeowner and completed by others. Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC
Upper East Side Townhouse
Upper East Side Townhouse
VGC NYC Inc.VGC NYC Inc.
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in New York with a potted garden, no cover and natural stone paving.
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Vivid Interior Design - Danielle LovenVivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven
Hendel Homes Landmark Photography Summer Classics
Design ideas for an expansive classic patio in Minneapolis.
VENELLES - Jardin provençal en restanques
VENELLES - Jardin provençal en restanques
Agence MORVANT & MOINGEON Paysagistes ConcepteursAgence MORVANT & MOINGEON Paysagistes Concepteurs
Denis DALMASSO
Photo of a classic back patio in Marseille.
Modern Traditional
Modern Traditional
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
We were asked to create something really special for one of our most admired clients. This home has been a labor of love for both of us as we finally made it exactly what she wanted it to be. After many concept ideas we landed on a design that is stunning! All of the elements on her wish list are incorporated in this challenging, multi-level landscape: A front yard to match the modern traditional-style home while creating privacy from the street; a side yard that proudly connects the front and back; and a lower level with plantings in lush greens, whites, purples and pinks and plentiful lawn space for kids and dogs. Her outdoor living space includes an outdoor kitchen with bar, outdoor living room with fireplace, dining patio, a bedroom-adjacent lounging patio with modern fountain, enclosed vegetable garden, rose garden walk with European-style fountain and meditation bench, and a fire pit with sitting area on the upper level to take in the panoramic views of the sunset over the wooded ridge. Outdoor lighting brings it alive at night, and for parties you can’t beat the killer sound system!

Patio 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.
Small outdoor room with a green wall in Kensington
Small outdoor room with a green wall in Kensington
The Garden BuildersThe Garden Builders
Pro Colour Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in London with a living wall and natural stone paving.
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