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Lakeside Cottage
Lakeside Cottage
Wydeven Architects LLCWydeven Architects LLC
Edmund Studios Photography. View from the lake looking at the pass-through counter along the kitchen and the studio deck.
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal back patio in Milwaukee with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Custom Architecture
Custom Architecture
SWABACK pllcSWABACK pllc
Outdoor shower
This is an example of a back patio in Phoenix with concrete paving and an outdoor shower.
Potreo Hill Modern
Potreo Hill Modern
Outer space Landscape ArchitectureOuter space Landscape Architecture
Jude Hellewell and Laura White
Modern patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
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Barton Creek Residence
Barton Creek Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Given a challenging lot configuration and topography, along with privacy issues, we had to get creative in designing this home. The home is divided into four basic living zones: private owner’s suite, informal living area, kids area upstairs, and a flexible guest entertaining area. The entry is unique in that it takes you directly through to the outdoor living area, and also provides separation of the owners’ private suite from the rest of the home. There are no formal living or dining areas; instead the breakfast and family rooms were enlarged to entertain more comfortably in an informal manner. One great feature of the detached casita is that it has a lower activity area, which helps the house connect to the property below. This contemporary haven in Barton Creek is a beautiful example of a chic and elegant design that creates a very practical and informal space for living.
Portland Landscaping Outdoor Living
Portland Landscaping Outdoor Living
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Inspiration for a traditional patio steps in Portland with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Jewel Box
Jewel Box
Frederick + Frederick ArchitectsFrederick + Frederick Architects
Outdoor Fireplace
Design ideas for a rustic back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature and brick paving.
Fireplaces, Ovens & Fire Rings
Fireplaces, Ovens & Fire Rings
Borgert ProductsBorgert Products
King Arthur by King of Hearths with Strassen® and Madera Walls by Borgert Products
Rustic back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Irene
Irene
Court Atkins GroupCourt Atkins Group
The covered breezeway connecting the garage to the main house is open yet the Bahamma shutters provide a sense of privacy.
This is an example of a medium sized classic patio steps in Charleston.
Stunning Contemporary
Stunning Contemporary
Knight Architects LLCKnight Architects LLC
Renovation of a ranch with a great room and kitchen opening up to new conrete terrace with built in fireplace, grill and planter. Pete Weigley
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in New York with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Bellevue Hill
Bellevue Hill
Marylou Sobel Interior DesignMarylou Sobel Interior Design
Photograph by Maree Homer
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Sydney with an outdoor kitchen, a pergola and concrete paving.
Beverly Hills, CA
Beverly Hills, CA
KES StudioKES Studio
Interiors by SFA Design Photography by Meghan Beierle-O'Brien
This is an example of a classic patio steps in Los Angeles with brick paving.
Загородный дом в поселке Пестово
Загородный дом в поселке Пестово
Бюро Александры ФедоровойБюро Александры Федоровой
Архитектор Александра Федорова Фото Илья Иванов
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary patio steps in Moscow.
Milieu Design
Milieu Design
Milieu LandscapingMilieu Landscaping
Traditional back patio steps in Chicago with brick paving.
Dena Brody, ASID
Dena Brody, ASID
Dena Brody InteriorsDena Brody Interiors
We wanted to create an inviting, calming living space to complement our client’s beautifully landscaped back yard. The Costa Esmeralda granite was the keystone for our color scheme of soft teals and browns and complemented the existing storm travertine tiles. The glazed teal tiles for the backsplash were repeated on the cabinet fronts to give a unified look to the kitchen. The chiseled edge on the granite, which was repeated on the dining table, helped define the sophisticated casual feeling we were trying to achieve.
Elemental Architects Courtyard House
Elemental Architects Courtyard House
George Opreff PhotoWorksGeorge Opreff PhotoWorks
George Opreff PhotoWorks
This is an example of a contemporary patio steps in Toronto with a pergola.
Golf Pool House
Golf Pool House
E. B. Mahoney Builders, Inc.E. B. Mahoney Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Philadelphia with natural stone paving and a gazebo.
River House
River House
McClellan | TelloneMcClellan | Tellone
Photo: Patrick Barta
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen.
Presquile Drive Project
Presquile Drive Project
Cedar Springs Landscape GroupCedar Springs Landscape Group
Cedar Springs Landscape Group is a multiple award-winning landscape design/build firm serving southern Ontario. To learn more about Cedar Springs visit www.cedarsprings.net. For any inquiries please contact us at 905.333.6789. We'd love to hear from you!
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
This is an example of a classic patio in Denver with a water feature.

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.
Nantucket in So Cal
Nantucket in So Cal
Darci Goodman DesignDarci Goodman Design
Photos by Sadofoto
This is an example of a traditional patio steps in Los Angeles.
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