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Patio with a Roof Extension and All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
Tindall Architecture WorkshopTindall Architecture Workshop
Inspiration for a large rustic back patio steps in Other with stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Патио
Патио
Anisimova Elena designAnisimova Elena design
Диванная зона с кострищем
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Other with a water feature, decking and a roof extension.
Glen Road
Glen Road
risa boyer architecturerisa boyer architecture
Design ideas for a large retro side patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Warm Contemporary
Warm Contemporary
Michelle Miller Design, Inc.Michelle Miller Design, Inc.
Large contemporary back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Belfort
Belfort
Yates DesygnYates Desygn
Covered Patio Addition with animated screen
Photo of a large classic back patio in Dallas with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Extra Space to Entertain
Extra Space to Entertain
Curto's AppliancesCurto's Appliances
A suggested piece for any outdoor kitchen: seating room. Entertain guests or give yourself more space to work
Large modern back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Horizontal Aluminum Fence
Horizontal Aluminum Fence
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Design ideas for a medium sized modern front patio in Dallas with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Liberty Estate
Liberty Estate
ID Studio InteriorsID Studio Interiors
This is an example of a traditional back patio in Other with a fireplace, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Hawai'i Modern
Hawai'i Modern
Ko'olau BuildersKo'olau Builders
Design ideas for a small bohemian front patio in Hawaii with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Cockeysville Residence
Cockeysville Residence
Christy Brown Interior DesignChristy Brown Interior Design
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Baltimore with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Mid-Century Ranch Reinvented
Mid-Century Ranch Reinvented
Knaak Design GroupKnaak Design Group
Design and Built and additional patio complete with automatic insect screen, and outdoor kitchen
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Boar Shoat
Boar Shoat
Imbue DesignImbue Design
Off grid modern cabin located in the rolling hills of Idaho
This is an example of a medium sized modern courtyard patio in Salt Lake City with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Sonoma Private Residence
Sonoma Private Residence
Salt Shed Design BuildSalt Shed Design Build
Porch and dining area of second guest house
Large rural side patio in San Francisco with a roof extension.
Colorful MId century Modern
Colorful MId century Modern
Jill Sorensen Lifestyle DesignJill Sorensen Lifestyle Design
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Historical - Swiss Avenue
Historical - Swiss Avenue
Alair Homes DallasAlair Homes Dallas
Photo of a large mediterranean back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Pool Landscape
Pool Landscape
Prados Landscapes LLCPrados Landscapes LLC
Large modern back patio in New Orleans with a potted garden, decking and a roof extension.
Port Margate
Port Margate
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Medium sized classic back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Casa GB
Casa GB
Bernardo Pozas Residential DesignBernardo Pozas Residential Design
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Modern Ski Home
Modern Ski Home
Locati ArchitectsLocati Architects
Photo of a rustic back patio in Other with a roof extension.
Glendale, CA
Glendale, CA
Jeff Andrews DesignJeff Andrews Design
Mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a roof extension.

Patio with a Roof Extension and All Types of Cover 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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