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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.
Yellowstone Club Summit Residence
Yellowstone Club Summit Residence
Locati ArchitectsLocati Architects
Roger Wade Studio
Rustic patio in Other with a fire feature and no cover.
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Meeks
Meeks
Stone Construction of the SouthStone Construction of the South
Photo of a large classic back patio in Atlanta with a gazebo, a fire feature and decking.
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2005
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2005
Dean Herald-Rolling Stone LandscapesDean Herald-Rolling Stone Landscapes
Rolling Stone Landscapes
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Melbourne with a fire feature.
spa terrace
spa terrace
Huettl Landscape ArchitectureHuettl Landscape Architecture
spa terrace
This is an example of a modern patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
Mercer Island Modern
Mercer Island Modern
Darwin Webb Landscape Architects, P.S.Darwin Webb Landscape Architects, P.S.
Photo of a classic patio in Seattle with a water feature.
Midland
Midland
Christopher DevelopmentsChristopher Developments
Joshua Lawrence
Inspiration for a contemporary patio in Vancouver with a fire feature.
Gamble Garden Spring Tour 2014: Melville
Gamble Garden Spring Tour 2014: Melville
Hoi Ning WongHoi Ning Wong
Hoi Ning Wong
This is an example of a classic patio steps in San Francisco with gravel and no cover.
Outdoor seating
Outdoor seating
Christopher Hoover - Environmental Design ServicesChristopher Hoover - Environmental Design Services
Sonoma, CA
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean back patio steps in San Francisco with gravel.
Pelham Shingle Style for a Modern Family
Pelham Shingle Style for a Modern Family
Fivecat Studio | ArchitectureFivecat Studio | Architecture
Photos by Scott LePage Photography
Photo of a victorian patio steps in New York with no cover.
Menlo Park Residence
Menlo Park Residence
Moroso ConstructionMoroso Construction
Karin Payson A+D, Staprans Design, Matthew Millman Photography
Photo of a classic patio steps in San Francisco with no cover.
Exterior Renovation in Potomac, MD
Exterior Renovation in Potomac, MD
BOWABOWA
These spaces, along with the multiple outdoor seating areas, all focus on the new pool, spa, water features, fire pit and extensive landscaping. © Bob Narod Photography and BOWA
Home on the Ranch
Home on the Ranch
Vining Design AssociatesVining Design Associates
Great outdoor gathering area around the firepit, perfect for roasting marshmallows and telling stories.
Photo of a traditional back patio in Houston with a fire feature.
3 Bar Residence
3 Bar Residence
Aleck Wilson ArchitectsAleck Wilson Architects
Matthew Millman Photography http://www.matthewmillman.com/
This is an example of a modern patio steps in San Francisco.
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.
Sqoqualmie Patio Add-on
Sqoqualmie Patio Add-on
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Classic patio in Seattle.
Surry Hills Terrace House
Surry Hills Terrace House
Danny Broe ArchitectDanny Broe Architect
Karina Illovska
Photo of a contemporary patio steps in Sydney with a roof extension.
Fire Pit wall
Fire Pit wall
Les Moore Construction, Inc.Les Moore Construction, Inc.
This wall with the glass block windows allows for privacy for the home owners. The glass block contains fiber optic lighting that allows the homeowner to change the color for the party mood. Photo by Blackall Photography

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.
m.a.p. interiors
m.a.p. interiors
SYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORSSYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORS
Hollywood Hills Spanish style home patio
Photo of a classic patio in Orange County with decking.
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