Affordable Patio with a Fireplace Ideas and Designs

mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel

a fire pit provides for gathering space off the courtyard pool and just outside the primary bedroom
Inspiration for a small midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.

Detailed Landscape

Photo of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Denver with concrete paving, a pergola and a fireplace.

We add Fire, Water and Light!

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Parks Creative/Brian Parks
Medium sized midcentury back patio in Seattle with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a pergola.

Hope Ranch Bocce Ball Court and Tropical Gardens

Cornerstone Landscapes

Outdoor bocce ball court with outdoor fireplace, bistro lighting and succulents and gardens in Hope Ranch.
This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in Santa Barbara with a fireplace, stamped concrete and no cover.

Outdoor Stone Fireplace Kit

Daco Stone

36" OUTDOOR FIREPLACE KIT (overall total height is 9 feet or customize to be taller or wider. Smaller fireplaces available starting at $2850. READY TO ASSEMBLE) Call for freight rates. Take the party outside with this beautiful stone fireplace kit. Do it yourself or have us install it. Delivery options available Includes: Firebox, Throat, 7 Chimney sections (6" each section), 8" block risers, Natural Stone Hearth pieces, Firebrick, Fire Mortar, Type' S' High Strength Premixed Mortar, 100% Natural Real-Cut Stone Veneer with pre-cut corners, and Stone Mantle. (Footer not included) Daco Stone 770-222-2425

Flagstone Patio

Core Outdoor Living

Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in DC Metro with a fireplace, natural stone paving and no cover.

Rustic Patio

Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Salt Lake City with concrete slabs, no cover and a fireplace.

Country Chic

Solicanada

Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Toronto with a fireplace, concrete paving and a pergola.

AUDIO VIDEO IDEAS

24/7 Audio Video

Photo of a contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a roof extension and a fireplace.

Kitchens

Absolute Stone Corporation

Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Raleigh with brick paving, no cover and a fireplace.

Kinsley Manor House Plan

South Florida Design | House Plans

This is an example of a large beach style back patio in Other with a fireplace and a gazebo.

Queen Anne Victorian Remodel

D3 Architects

A backyard patio and brick bbq create a beautiful and social space for the family living in this home we remodeled.
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Seattle with a fireplace, natural stone paving and an awning.

Pelham Place

Jo Cowen Architects

Small traditional back patio in London with a fireplace and natural stone paving.

Outdoor Living

Haul and Install Landscaping

Beautiful paver patio with exclusive lighting, furniture, modern theme, and plenty of room for dinners, friends and family
Medium sized modern back patio in Raleigh with a fireplace and concrete paving.

Chanhassen MN Backyard Fireplace and Patio

Landscape Charlie

The upcoming graduation party sparked this project that turned into a bit more than a space for a congragatory celebration. Planning the weekend fire with family and friends just starts the fun!

Bold Black and White

Blackdoor Design by Tamra Coviello

This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in San Diego with a fireplace, tiled flooring and a roof extension.

Better Homes & Gardens Remodel

C&E Builders AZ

Custom built pergola and outdoor fireplace.
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Phoenix with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a pergola.

Secluded garden with Fireplace

Karen Rogers at KR Garden Design

caroline mardon
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in London with natural stone paving and a fireplace.

Pelham Place

Jo Cowen Architects

This is an example of a small traditional back patio in London with a fireplace and natural stone paving.

Aluminum Patio Cover in Sherman Oaks

Pearl Remodeling

We built this custom adjustable aluminum patio cover for your clients in Sherman Oaks. This patio cover has two fans and an adjustable roof that can open up to be a lattice. It also had two electrical outlets so you can bring your devices with you as you lounge underneath the patio. We also built a custom fireplace next to the patio cover. We installed brand new turf and beautiful concrete slabs with rock decorations to liven up the backyard along with the new patio.

Affordable Patio with a Fireplace 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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