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Patio with a BBQ Area Ideas and Designs

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West Hollywood Residence
West Hollywood Residence
Weller PhotographyWeller Photography
Photo of a traditional patio in Los Angeles with an awning and a bbq area.
Alderwood Landscape
Alderwood Landscape
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Seattle with natural stone paving, a gazebo and a bbq area.
3 - Portola Valley Residence
3 - Portola Valley Residence
Stoecker and Northway Architects, Inc.Stoecker and Northway Architects, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a roof extension and a bbq area.
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.
Ravens Wood Whistler BC
Ravens Wood Whistler BC
Nigel Walker and Associates IncNigel Walker and Associates Inc
Allan Diamond Architect Gary Wildman Photography Kindred Construction
Inspiration for a traditional patio in Vancouver with a roof extension and a bbq area.
Secondo Amore
Secondo Amore
chiara cadeddu photographerchiara cadeddu photographer
Design ideas for a small mediterranean patio in Milan with a pergola, natural stone paving and a bbq area.
Exterioirs
Exterioirs
Draper whiteDraper white
Draper White
Classic patio in Denver with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a bbq area.
Dena Brody
Dena Brody
Dena Brody InteriorsDena Brody Interiors
Inspiration for a traditional patio in Houston with a bbq area.
Heliotrope II
Heliotrope II
Brandon Architects, Inc.Brandon Architects, Inc.
Jeri Koegel
This is an example of a coastal courtyard patio in Orange County with concrete slabs, no cover and a bbq area.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
Photo of a mediterranean courtyard patio in Other with a pergola and a bbq area.
Loma Mariposa Grill Enclosure
Loma Mariposa Grill Enclosure
Trillium Enterprises, INC.Trillium Enterprises, INC.
A custom enclosure for the grill keeps this home's patio open for entertaining.
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Santa Barbara with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.
Spanish Oaks Custom Contemporary
Spanish Oaks Custom Contemporary
Shoberg Custom HomesShoberg Custom Homes
James LaRue Architecture, Paula Ables Interiors, Coles Hairston Photography
Contemporary back patio in Austin with a bbq area.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
R.J. Gurley ConstructionR.J. Gurley Construction
This is an example of a traditional patio in Phoenix with a pergola and a bbq area.
Fairfield
Fairfield
ARYZE Development and Construction, Victoria BCARYZE Development and Construction, Victoria BC
www.nikkijardine.com
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Vancouver with a pergola and a bbq area.
mill valley gem
mill valley gem
Jennifer Messina InteriorsJennifer Messina Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional back patio in San Francisco with a pergola and a bbq area.
Alta Canyada BBQ Patio
Alta Canyada BBQ Patio
Chelsea Design + ConstructionChelsea Design + Construction
Chelsea Construction Corp.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Entertain Outdoors - Coastal Modern Beach Retreat
Entertain Outdoors - Coastal Modern Beach Retreat
Eco Minded SolutionsEco Minded Solutions
Dine indoor or outdoor in this seamless transitional space, perfect for a dinner party.
This is an example of a contemporary patio in San Diego with a bbq area.
PATIOS
PATIOS
Browne and Associates Custom LandscapesBrowne and Associates Custom Landscapes
This back yard was designed to include multi-level sitting areas. Patio constructed with stamped concrete, Gold-Ore Boulders used for retaining lower area. Gas Fire pit makes for focal point of lower area. Littleton, Colorado. Photo: Ron Ruscio Browne and Associates Custom Landscapes.
Model Home 132 Vista Lane Georgetown Tx
Model Home 132 Vista Lane Georgetown Tx
Jeff Watson Homes, Inc.Jeff Watson Homes, Inc.
Mediterranean patio in Austin with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a bbq area.
Rough Hollow Outdoor Living
Rough Hollow Outdoor Living
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Winner of five awards in the Rough Hollow Parade of Homes, this 6,778 square foot home is an exquisite addition to the prestigious Lakeway neighborhood. The Santa Barbara style home features a welcoming colonnade, lush courtyard, beautiful casita, spacious master suite with a private outdoor covered terrace, and a unique Koi pond beginning underneath the wine room glass floor and continuing to the outdoor living area. In addition, the views of Lake Travis are unmatched throughout the home. Photography by Coles Hairston

Patio with a BBQ Area 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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