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Jim Wrenn - Case Design/Remodeling Inc.Jim Wrenn - Case Design/Remodeling Inc.
Case Design/Remodeling Inc. Falls Church, VA Project Designer Jim Wrenn
Inspiration for a traditional back patio in DC Metro with a bbq area.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Other.
23 Downing Street
23 Downing Street
The Turett CollaborativeThe Turett Collaborative
Photo of a contemporary courtyard patio steps in New York.
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Beverly Hills, CA
Beverly Hills, CA
KES StudioKES Studio
Interiors by SFA Design Photography by Meghan Beierle-O'Brien
Photo of a classic patio steps in Los Angeles with a gazebo.
Backyard
Backyard
SDG Architecture, Inc.SDG Architecture, Inc.
Mediterranean back patio steps in San Francisco.
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.
Backyard space
Backyard space
Huettl Landscape ArchitectureHuettl Landscape Architecture
Backyard with Ipe' deck and bench, concrete board-form walls, crushed rock and bluestone pavers.
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in San Francisco.
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Landscape Architecture
Landscape Architecture
Elements LandscapeElements Landscape
Landscape Project by Elements Landscape.
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Atlanta with a fireplace and all types of cover.
Modern: Maplewood
Modern: Maplewood
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Private pool and garden design for residential property.
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Dallas with a pergola and a bbq area.
Outdoor Lounge
Outdoor Lounge
Shades Of Green Landscape ArchitectureShades Of Green Landscape Architecture
Photography: ©ShadesOfGreen
Photo of a contemporary patio in San Francisco with a fire feature.
Ladbroke Terrace, London
Ladbroke Terrace, London
Randle SiddeleyRandle Siddeley
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in London with concrete paving and fencing.
CASAさかのうえ
CASAさかのうえ
岸本和彦　acaa岸本和彦　acaa
Photo by : 上田宏
This is an example of a contemporary courtyard patio steps in Yokohama.
Kew Home Renovation
Kew Home Renovation
UserUser
Derek Swalwell - www.derekswalwell.com
Contemporary patio steps in Melbourne with a pergola.
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Seattle Urban Garden
Seattle Urban Garden
AHBLAHBL
Photos: Jason Morse, AHBL, Inc.
Contemporary patio in Seattle with a fire feature.
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.
Laguna Beach Residence
Laguna Beach Residence
Ron Neal Lighting DesignRon Neal Lighting Design
Photo of a contemporary courtyard patio in San Diego with a fire feature.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
UserUser
Design ideas for a contemporary patio steps in San Francisco with a roof extension.

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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Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
GDL LondonGDL London
The back yard view of the extension, with its exterior of yellow reclaimed stock bricks brings a modern appeal to the home, while retaining the historical look of the house.
2014 NH Parade of Homes
2014 NH Parade of Homes
Hayward & CompanyHayward & Company
Northpeak Design
This is an example of a large rustic back patio steps in Portland Maine with no cover.
Truckee Mountain Lodge
Truckee Mountain Lodge
Greenwood HomesGreenwood Homes
Inspiration for a rustic patio steps in San Francisco with natural stone paving and no cover.
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