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Patio with a Water Feature and an Outdoor Shower Ideas and Designs

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Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and a stained concrete fountain adds privacy and atmosphere at the dining area. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
West Coast English Retreat
West Coast English Retreat
Tierra Madre Fine GardensTierra Madre Fine Gardens
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in Other with a water feature and gravel.
Lucero
Lucero
Supple Homes, IncSupple Homes, Inc
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor shower.
House on a Hill
House on a Hill
Eve Isenberg & Brigitte SteinesEve Isenberg & Brigitte Steines
steines architecture
Design ideas for a contemporary back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor shower.
Sandy House- Outdoor Shower
Sandy House- Outdoor Shower
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: 41 Degrees North Construction, Inc. Landscape Architect: Wild Violets (Landscape and Garden Design on Martha's Vineyard) Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Inspiration for a small contemporary courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
Small Space Gardens
Small Space Gardens
The JCRD GroupThe JCRD Group
Design ideas for a small contemporary side patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Fairbanks Highlands
Fairbanks Highlands
Torrey Pines Landscape Co., IncTorrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc
Inspiration for a large mediterranean front patio in San Diego with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Berkeley Modern Whole House Remodel
Berkeley Modern Whole House Remodel
Jetton Construction, Inc.Jetton Construction, Inc.
Small traditional back patio in San Francisco with a water feature and concrete paving.
Modern Courtyard Garden
Modern Courtyard Garden
Unique Landscapes LtdUnique Landscapes Ltd
Small modern courtyard patio in West Midlands with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Taking The Inside Outdoors
Taking The Inside Outdoors
Mile High LandscapingMile High Landscaping
Custom concrete and steel water feature with LED lighting in the basin of the feature.
This is an example of a small modern back patio in Denver with a water feature and concrete slabs.
Landscape
Landscape
7Designs+Development7Designs+Development
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in Orange County with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Showcase - Backyard Retreat
Showcase - Backyard Retreat
Sisson LandscapesSisson Landscapes
Sisson Landscapes
Medium sized contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Home Remodel
Home Remodel
Brooks & Company LLCBrooks & Company LLC
Werner Segarra Photography Inc. www.wsphoto.net
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a water feature, decking and an awning.
Lakeside Patio
Lakeside Patio
Landscapes by Tom LLCLandscapes by Tom LLC
A level area for the picnic table was made next to the beach.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Boston with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Design Project | La Verne, CA
Outdoor Design Project | La Verne, CA
Outdoor Elegance Patio Design CenterOutdoor Elegance Patio Design Center
Outdoor water fountain water feature by Matt Agostino
Design ideas for a small contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
DC Residence
DC Residence
Traut Landscape StudioTraut Landscape Studio
Designed while at Graham Landscape Architecture.
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Westwood, CA
Westwood, CA
BE Landscape DesignBE Landscape Design
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor shower, decking and no cover.
4754 Ocean Blvd
4754 Ocean Blvd
Emerald Coast Real Estate PhotographyEmerald Coast Real Estate Photography
Erin Parker, Emerald Coast Real Estate Photography, LLC
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in Miami with a water feature.
Columbia Home
Columbia Home
Westend InteriorsWestend Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Charleston with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.

Patio with a Water Feature and an Outdoor Shower 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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