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Mandana Residence, Oakland, CA
Mandana Residence, Oakland, CA
Lazar Landscape Design and ConstructionLazar Landscape Design and Construction
Karen DeJager, Spectrum Photography
This is an example of a contemporary patio steps in San Francisco.
Tennis Pavilion
Tennis Pavilion
ZAK ArchitectureZAK Architecture
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in San Francisco with a pergola and a bar area.
Exterior
Exterior
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Photo of a contemporary patio in Portland with a roof extension.
Northwest Retreat II
Northwest Retreat II
Deering Design Studio, Inc.Deering Design Studio, Inc.
Design ideas for a rustic back patio in Seattle with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Cliffs at Keowee
Cliffs at Keowee
Aaron Fine Architectural PhotographerAaron Fine Architectural Photographer
Photo of a rustic patio in Other.
Party Shack
Party Shack
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Steve Keating Photography
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Seattle with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Altamar - Courtyard
Altamar - Courtyard
Legacy Custom HomesLegacy Custom Homes
Legacy Custom Homes, Inc
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio steps in Orange County with natural stone paving and no cover.
Pool House
Pool House
McDonald RemodelingMcDonald Remodeling
A swim up oasis that makes a splash and brings the summer inside.
Contemporary patio in Minneapolis with an outdoor kitchen.
An Edible Garden
An Edible Garden
Nancy Berghold Designer @ Studio BergholdNancy Berghold Designer @ Studio Berghold
Wood Fence Detail
Design ideas for a small contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a vegetable patch, concrete slabs and an awning.
Southwestern Style Patio Addition in Santa Fe New Mexico
Southwestern Style Patio Addition in Santa Fe New Mexico
Shaw Architecture LLC.Shaw Architecture LLC.
wendy mceahern
Photo of a large back patio in Albuquerque with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Bel Air 1
Bel Air 1
Sinclair Associates ArchitectsSinclair Associates Architects
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in Orange County.
Villa House
Villa House
VanBrouck & Associates, Inc.VanBrouck & Associates, Inc.
VanBrouck & Associates: Inspired by the classical architecture of Palladio, this Italian villa was designed with a procession of beautifully proportioned, ordered spaces, with strong axial sightlines, to draw the eye through the spaces and beckon the individual to explore. Beautifully sited on acreage, the interior and exterior spaces are thoughtfully orchestrated to interact together, and to connect to the land. Stone loggias, at the entry, rear, and side of the residence, visually and literally extend the interior living spaces. View-lines extend through the house from the open courtyard and infinite landscape vistas of the front to the wooded terrain of the rear. Gentle cross-breezes flow and natural light streams into the rooms from a series of French doors lyrically arranged throughout the spaces.
Created by Brickhouse Construction, LLC www.brickhousecompany.com
Created by Brickhouse Construction, LLC www.brickhousecompany.com
Brickhouse Construction, LLCBrickhouse Construction, LLC
Jonathan Calvert Photography
Photo of a classic patio in Houston.
Fireside Lounge
Fireside Lounge
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
crystal cove
crystal cove
Mirage LandscapeMirage Landscape
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Orange County with a water feature and brick paving.
Harbor View
Harbor View
Hutker ArchitectsHutker Architects
Beach style patio in Boston with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
An Enchanted Evening
An Enchanted Evening
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
Design ideas for an expansive classic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, brick paving and a pergola.
Patio
Patio
tozer design, llctozer design, llc
Ross Chandler
Traditional patio in Other.
Lakeside Villa - 12,910 Park Drive
Lakeside Villa - 12,910 Park Drive
Sendero HomesSendero Homes
Mediterranean patio in Austin.
Garden Gazebo
Garden Gazebo
Prairie Home ImprovementPrairie Home Improvement
14x18 Cedar Pergola over natural stone patio provides shade and an arbor for mature rose bushes. Beautifully designed and landscaped Koi pond is focal point for back yard. Photo by Prairie Home Improvement. Copyright 2016

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.
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