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Patio with a Fire Feature and Decomposed Granite Ideas and Designs

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Goose Meadows
Goose Meadows
Juxtaposed InteriorsJuxtaposed Interiors
This outdoor patio space has it all. Built in BBQ and Pizza Oven. Gorgeous waterfalls flow into black Mexican pebbles and are surrounded by lush low maintenance landscaping.
St. Croix Retreat: Outdoor Dining Patio
St. Croix Retreat: Outdoor Dining Patio
Keenan & Sveiven, Inc.Keenan & Sveiven, Inc.
Hand-hewn family banquet table under pergola. Recessed candle niche in each concrete column.
Design ideas for an expansive modern back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, a pergola and decomposed granite.
Menlo Park garden
Menlo Park garden
Sycamore DesignSycamore Design
This intimate garden utilizes a no-mow lawn, a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and ipe-deck. Photo Credit: Megan Keely
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Stark Punk
Stark Punk
Colossus Mfg.Colossus Mfg.
Custom design and hand painted geometric mural on refurbished carport turned dining area, with recessed lighting, and a light wood outdoor dining table and chairs. Outdoor fire pit and lounge chairs.
TPR Ranch
TPR Ranch
inContourinContour
Gathering Area. Sustainable Landscape Architecture design. Naturalistic design style, highlighting the architecture and situating the home in it's natural landscape within the first growing season. Large Private Ranch in Emigrant, Montana. Architecture by Formescent Architects | Photography by Jon Menezes
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
VanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas CityVanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas City
Matt and the homeowners discuss their new space. Photo by VanElders Design Studio.
This is an example of a small modern back patio in Kansas City with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a pergola.
Exterior- Windows & Doors
Exterior- Windows & Doors
Window & Door ProsWindow & Door Pros
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
The Richards Residence
The Richards Residence
Kalu InteriorsKalu Interiors
Small contemporary back patio in Vancouver with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Mountain Modern
Mountain Modern
SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture - MontanaSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture - Montana
A modern home near a ski resort with outdoor space for year-round entertaining around a firepit and hot tub.
Medium sized modern back patio in Other with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
Bel Air Modern
Bel Air Modern
Koffka Phakos DesignKoffka Phakos Design
Landscape Design by Ryan Gates and Joel Lichtenwalter, www.growoutdoordesign.com
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
3 Palms - Outdoor Living
3 Palms - Outdoor Living
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Midcentury Modern Retreat - Firepit Patio With Outdoor Seating
Photo of a large midcentury patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Canal House
Canal House
The Ranch MineThe Ranch Mine
Roehner + Ryan
Photo of a courtyard patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
sonoma family retreat
sonoma family retreat
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
South facade with pool patio, drought tolerant plantings, and a pergola rebuilt to share the same modern language and roof structures as the main house.
West Loveland Landscape
West Loveland Landscape
Breaking GroundBreaking Ground
Ryan Corrigan
Large rustic back patio in Omaha with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
Arlington
Arlington
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
This riverfront property received a major facelift while keeping with the traditional style of the home. Working between an existing bulkhead and a covered patio off the back of the house, we incorporated various design elements to add plenty of "rooms" for the homeowners to entertain in. The linear pool features an elevated inset spa, with infinity edge. The pool deck, landing, and cabana floor are travertine. Brick stairs and walls match the existing brick from the property. A linear fire pit sits in a sunken gravel patio, to create a more intimate space and soften the feel of the hardscape surround. Raised planters break up space and add a bright pop of color, encouraging butterflies and birds to visit often. Photo by Josh Mauser
Russian River Retreat
Russian River Retreat
Geared for Growing Landscape ServicesGeared for Growing Landscape Services
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Sendero Springs Mediterranean Staging Project
Sendero Springs Mediterranean Staging Project
Metamorphysis AustinMetamorphysis Austin
Steve Gunn
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Austin with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Westbourne
Westbourne
Spaced OutSpaced Out
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Lakeside Tuscan
Lakeside Tuscan
Cook DesignsCook Designs
Photo of a large mediterranean back patio in Austin with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
David Riley Associates - Linda Isle
David Riley Associates - Linda Isle
Jeri Koegel PhotographyJeri Koegel Photography
Jeri Koegel
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Orange County with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.

Patio with a Fire Feature and Decomposed Granite 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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