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Patio with a Fireplace and Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Modern Ranch
Modern Ranch
Lango WorksLango Works
This is an example of a farmhouse back patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville
Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville
RSU ContractorsRSU Contractors
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Nashville with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Pa Pa Pool Pavillion
Pa Pa Pool Pavillion
Lewis & Associates Designs, llcLewis & Associates Designs, llc
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Cleveland with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Sage Residence
Sage Residence
Stonecreek Building Company, Inc.Stonecreek Building Company, Inc.
Contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Grove at Lakewood Ranch - Model Home
Grove at Lakewood Ranch - Model Home
Omega BuildersOmega Builders
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Austin with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Newport Beach Residence
Newport Beach Residence
d'Arcy & Associates Architecture, Inc.d'Arcy & Associates Architecture, Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in Orange County with concrete slabs, a pergola and a fireplace.
Westport
Westport
UserUser
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic back patio in Dallas with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Saratoga Creek House
Saratoga Creek House
WA Design ArchitectsWA Design Architects
Photo credit: WA design
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in San Francisco with no cover, concrete slabs and a fireplace.
mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel
mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
a fire pit provides for gathering space off the courtyard pool and just outside the primary bedroom
Inspiration for a small midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Modern patio with fireplace
Modern patio with fireplace
City Garden CompanyCity Garden Company
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury back patio in Atlanta with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a pergola.
California Scandi-Modern
California Scandi-Modern
Libby Raab ArchitectureLibby Raab Architecture
Board formed concrete fireplace
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian back patio in San Francisco with a fireplace and concrete slabs.
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Prairie
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Prairie
Prime RealtyPrime Realty
Design ideas for a medium sized retro side patio in Los Angeles with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Newport Coast :: CA :: May 2018
Newport Coast :: CA :: May 2018
Artisan OutdoorArtisan Outdoor
Design ideas for a medium sized back patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Party Barn
Party Barn
Design TraditionsDesign Traditions
This is an example of a rustic patio in Austin with concrete slabs and a fireplace.
Coronado
Coronado
osmosis architectureosmosis architecture
Design ideas for a large modern back patio in Denver with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Austin Hacienda
Austin Hacienda
Ryan Street ArchitectsRyan Street Architects
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Austin with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Carlsbad - Waters End
Carlsbad - Waters End
ProPacific Builders, Inc.ProPacific Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized nautical back patio in San Diego with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Floresta
Floresta
Metro Design GroupMetro Design Group
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in San Francisco with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Joshua Caldwell
This is an example of an expansive contemporary patio in Salt Lake City with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Estancia Residence
Estancia Residence
Tom Archer Custom Homes & Design, LLCTom Archer Custom Homes & Design, LLC
Contemporary patio in Phoenix with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a fireplace.

Patio with a Fireplace and Concrete Slabs 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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