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Patio with a Potted Garden and a Pergola Ideas and Designs

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Our Work
Fernandez and Sons MasonryFernandez and Sons Masonry
This is an example of a back patio in New York with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Clopay Avante Frosted Glass Doors
Clopay Avante Frosted Glass Doors
G&S Garage Doors, Inc.G&S Garage Doors, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in DC Metro with decking, a pergola and a potted garden.
JUNGLE URBAINE
JUNGLE URBAINE
GARDEN TROTTERGARDEN TROTTER
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Paris with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
From Vacation Home to Lake Residence
From Vacation Home to Lake Residence
R+R DesignR+R Design
A new Patio area transitions to the backyard where the view of the lake begins. Sun shading provided by a Pergola adjacent to a small covered Porch where grilling activities prevail with a view of the dock.
Contemporary Spanish Bungalow
Contemporary Spanish Bungalow
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving, a pergola and a potted garden.
L'élégance d'une maison contemporaine de caractère
L'élégance d'une maison contemporaine de caractère
MAS PROVENCEMAS PROVENCE
Gabrielle Voinot
Inspiration for a contemporary front patio in Marseille with a potted garden, decomposed granite and a pergola.
DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ
DÚPLEX EL FARRÓ
The Room StudioThe Room Studio
Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Design ideas for a large back patio in Barcelona with a potted garden, gravel and a pergola.
Back yard San Antonio
Back yard San Antonio
sunsun5sunsun5
Ray Martinez Construction-San Antonio
Medium sized eclectic back patio in Other with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.
Various Recent Projects by CM+LA
Various Recent Projects by CM+LA
Charles McClure - Professional Site PlanningCharles McClure - Professional Site Planning
Crisp patio and shade structure. 2 - 12'x 12' structures, one slides apart from the other. Colors work with home color.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in Santa Barbara with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Residential Industrial - Scottsdale - 2015
Residential Industrial - Scottsdale - 2015
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial back patio in Phoenix with a potted garden and a pergola.
Pool & Screen Enclosures
Pool & Screen Enclosures
US Aluminum Services, Corp.US Aluminum Services, Corp.
Design ideas for a large classic back patio in Orlando with a potted garden, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Driveway, Pool and Patio Remodel
Driveway, Pool and Patio Remodel
System PaversSystem Pavers
This project started as a simple driveway remodel. The homeowners had multiple tree roots breaking through the concrete, so we came in and installed pavers for superior durability and support. During the project the homeowner mentioned needing to upgrade the pergola, so we kindly offered to help. Once they decided on the pergola, the homeowners realized they would need to redo the patio if the pergola was going to get fixed. This led to a full-scale backyard remodel, including a new paver patio, pergola, custom paver planters and retaining wall, a built in fire pit and elegant landscape lighting.
Le perchoir du 104
Le perchoir du 104
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
Les bacs plantés composent l'espace tout en ménageant des surprises
This is an example of an expansive back patio in Paris with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
Tupelo Ln Front Patio
Tupelo Ln Front Patio
NancyNancy
Nancy Wyatt Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Houston with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.
Projects
Projects
American Patio MastersAmerican Patio Masters
Large classic back patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving, a pergola and a potted garden.
Red-Bird
Red-Bird
UserUser
Custom arbor and seating area situated between the spa and pool. The arbor offers a shaded seating option. Photo by Heatley
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in New York with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Ravenswood Pied-a-Terre
Ravenswood Pied-a-Terre
Dual Concept DesignDual Concept Design
An expansive patio with a floating architectural pergola, built-in flower planters, and vibrant colors in furniture and accessories.
Inspiration for a large traditional patio in Chicago with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.
Pool & Screen Enclosures
Pool & Screen Enclosures
US Aluminum Services, Corp.US Aluminum Services, Corp.
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Orlando with concrete slabs, a pergola and a potted garden.
English Garden in the Bay Area
English Garden in the Bay Area
Karen Aitken and AssociatesKaren Aitken and Associates
Photography by Brent Bear
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with a potted garden, brick paving and a pergola.
Contemporary Backyard Oasis
Contemporary Backyard Oasis
Reclaimed Woods of the WorldReclaimed Woods of the World
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Orange County with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a pergola.

Patio with a Potted Garden and a Pergola 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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