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Lazy Heart Ranch | Outdoor Grill
Lazy Heart Ranch | Outdoor Grill
Dovetail ConstructionDovetail Construction
Design ideas for a rustic patio in Other with natural stone paving and a bbq area.
Alderwood Landscape
Alderwood Landscape
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, a gazebo and natural stone paving.
West London Courtyard
West London Courtyard
Karen Rogers at KR Garden DesignKaren Rogers at KR Garden Design
Walpole Garden, Chiswick Photography by Caroline Mardon - www.carolinemardon.com
Design ideas for a small traditional patio steps in London with brick paving.
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Wilmette Residence
Wilmette Residence
Arrow. Land + StructuresArrow. Land + Structures
Wilmette Residence Landscape - Privacy Screen, Freestanding Cedar Trellis with Vine, Bluestone Terrace and Stone Steps
This is an example of a traditional back patio in Chicago with natural stone paving and a living wall.
Exteriors
Exteriors
Revival Arts | Architectural PhotographyRevival Arts | Architectural Photography
Patio seating area with cast concrete firepit. Builder: Rockridge Fine Homes Photographer: Revival Arts
Photo of a contemporary patio in Vancouver with a fire feature and no cover.
Patio and fire pit garden
Patio and fire pit garden
Susan Els Garden & Landscape DesignSusan Els Garden & Landscape Design
Classic patio in Burlington with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Rural House, Lancashire
Rural House, Lancashire
Barnes Walker Ltd - Landscape ArchitectsBarnes Walker Ltd - Landscape Architects
Barnes Walker Ltd
Design ideas for a contemporary patio steps in Cheshire.
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Patio Rockville, MD
Patio Rockville, MD
Design Builders, Inc.Design Builders, Inc.
Summary As far as unique outdoor living spaces go, this entire backyard makeover at Manor Country Club in Rockville, Maryland has the bases covered. A flagstone patio, AZEK-covered deck, cedar pergola, and hot tub were added to make this Montgomery County home stand out. The basement was also renovated and given a stone fireplace. Situated on Manor's 18th tee box, the patio and pavilion feature open views, low-maintenance plantings, and all of the amenities one needs for entertaining. The integrated hot tub is integrated into the AZEK decking for easy and safe access. We also paved the driveway and laid stone for the front path. Other features Hot tub that is half under the awning and half exposed to the sky for excellent stargazing Integrated porch lighting Stone flower boxes built into the multi-tiered patio Materials AZEK Terra Collection decking, Tahoe AZEK Harvest Collection decking, slate gray Pennsylvania flagstone patio blocks Cedar wood Pressure-treated wood Photos by Venturaphoto
Wheeler
Wheeler
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Outdoor Living Spaces, Seat Wall, Firepit, Outdoor Fireplaces, Gazebo, Covered Wood Structures, Wood Fire Oven, Pizza Over, Custom Wood Decking, Ambient Landscape Lighting, Concrete Paver Hardscape
Patio
Patio
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
In the evening the garden walls are dramatically lit and the low planting wall transitions into a stone plinth for a soothing stone fountain. Photo Credit: J. Michael Tucker
Outdoor Living Room
Outdoor Living Room
Mitchell Wall Architecture and DesignMitchell Wall Architecture and Design
Alise O'Brien Photography
This is an example of a classic patio in St Louis.
Tinson Residence
Tinson Residence
Urbanleaf LandscapesUrbanleaf Landscapes
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary side patio in San Francisco with decking, a pergola and a bar area.
Venice Canals
Venice Canals
Katie Leede & Company StudioKatie Leede & Company Studio
Medium sized contemporary back patio steps in Los Angeles with gravel and no cover.
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River House
River House
McClellan | TelloneMcClellan | Tellone
Photo: Patrick Barta
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen.
AMS Landscape Design Studios
AMS Landscape Design Studios
AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a gazebo and a bbq area.
Secret Garden in Boulder
Secret Garden in Boulder
Designs by SundownDesigns by Sundown
Photo of a traditional patio in Denver with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Clarksville Charmer
Clarksville Charmer
Yellow Door DesignYellow Door Design
Dror Baldinger
Contemporary patio in Austin with a water feature and no cover.

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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Myrtle Mid-Century Residence
Myrtle Mid-Century Residence
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
David Papazian
This is an example of a retro back patio in Portland with a fire feature and no cover.
Dry Stone Walled Garden
Dry Stone Walled Garden
Llama ArchitectsLlama Architects
A once over grown area, boggy part of the curtilage of this replacement dwelling development. Implementing extensive drainage, tree planting and dry stone walling, the walled garden is now maturing into a beautiful private garden area of this soon to be stunning home development. With sunken dry stone walled private seating area, Box hedging, pleached Hornbeam, oak cleft gates, dry stone walling and wild life loving planting and views over rolling hills and countryside, this garden is a beautiful addition to this developments Landscape Architecture design.
JACUZZI
JACUZZI
Oregon Hot TubOregon Hot Tub
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Portland with decking and no cover.
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