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Patio with a Bar Area and Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Beverly Hills MicCentury Modern
Beverly Hills MicCentury Modern
Dutton Architects Inc.Dutton Architects Inc.
Dutton Architects did an extensive renovation of a post and beam mid-century modern house in the canyons of Beverly Hills. The house was brought down to the studs, with new interior and exterior finishes, windows and doors, lighting, etc. A secure exterior door allows the visitor to enter into a garden before arriving at a glass wall and door that leads inside, allowing the house to feel as if the front garden is part of the interior space. Similarly, large glass walls opening to a new rear gardena and pool emphasizes the indoor-outdoor qualities of this house. photos by Undine Prohl
Chelsea Courtyard Garden
Chelsea Courtyard Garden
Charlotte Rowe Garden DesignCharlotte Rowe Garden Design
Charlotte Rowe Garden Design. The new high-spec kitchen with limestone flooring opens out seamlessly on to the courtyard. Around the water rill are raised beds and bench seating, playing with the change in levels, all clad in the same pale limestone.
Outdoor Kitchen Featuring Ipe Wood and Antique Stools
Outdoor Kitchen Featuring Ipe Wood and Antique Stools
LMB InteriorsLMB Interiors
A custom outdoor kitchen features weather resistant Ipe wood cabinetry topped with stained concrete counters and repurposed vintage swivel seating.
Design ideas for a large contemporary side patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs, no cover and a bar area.
Post Falls Residence
Post Falls Residence
Coppercreek LandscapingCoppercreek Landscaping
Photo of a contemporary patio in Seattle with concrete slabs, no cover and a bar area.
My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio
My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. Inside, the pool house is ready for entertaining. Raymond and Jennifer poured the concrete counter top themselves. The paneling on the front of the bar came from a large cupcake counter at a friend's antique store. When her friend was closing the store, Jennifer and Raymond dismantled the counter and salvaged the painted doors, which they then cut to size as needed. Antique stools reflect the patina of the bar in an effortlessly charming way. "I found them at the Columbus Country Living Fair," Jennifer explains. "They came from an old Amusement Park; I'm not sure which one, but I kept everything original to them." Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz
Boxenbaum Residence
Boxenbaum Residence
Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney ArchitectsEhrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects
The largest volumes are wood construction clad in stucco, while the horizontal roof planes become steel fascias that cantilever past the window line and protect the glass from direct sun and rain. (Photo: Juergen Nogai)
Harrison, ID New Custom Home 2017
Harrison, ID New Custom Home 2017
ACI CoatingsACI Coatings
We pre-finished all the siding and T&G in our finish shop. Paint some of the trim work on site. Painted all the interior.
Rustic back patio in Other with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a bar area.
Maruccia Residence
Maruccia Residence
Promise Path Landscaping IncPromise Path Landscaping Inc
Small backyard with lots of potential. We created the perfect space adding visual interest from inside the house to outside of it. We added a BBQ Island with Grill, sink, and plenty of counter space. BBQ Island was cover with stone veneer stone with a concrete counter top. Opposite side we match the veneer stone and concrete cap on a newly Outdoor fireplace. far side we added some post with bright colors and drought tolerant material and a special touch for the little girl in the family, since we did not wanted to forget about anyone. Photography by Zack Benson
Our Work
Our Work
GH RemodelingGH Remodeling
Photo of a contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs, no cover and a bar area.
HILLTECH BEACH HOUSE
HILLTECH BEACH HOUSE
KC INTERIOR DESIGN LLCKC INTERIOR DESIGN LLC
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in San Diego with concrete slabs, a pergola and a bar area.
Mid-Mod Oasis in the City
Mid-Mod Oasis in the City
Lifescape Colorado.Lifescape Colorado.
This is an example of a retro back patio in Denver with concrete slabs, a pergola and a bar area.
Revello
Revello
Hawk & Co.Hawk & Co.
A white boardform feature wall ground the home and outdoor area. A minimalist water feature, ribbon fire feature and concrete fire table provide alluring natural elements to congregate around. The concrete and metal bar height allows the guests to gaze above the sofa seating and out to the ocean. Photo Credit: John Ellis
Sonoma Overlook
Sonoma Overlook
ROCHE+ROCHE Landscape ArchitectureROCHE+ROCHE Landscape Architecture
Marion Brenner
This is an example of a contemporary patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs, a gazebo and a bar area.
Coastal Modern
Coastal Modern
Valletta Design GroupValletta Design Group
Inspiration for a contemporary back patio in San Diego with concrete slabs and a bar area.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Landmark BuildersLandmark Builders
Glenn Rose Photography
Design ideas for a classic patio in Sacramento with concrete slabs and a bar area.
Willow Glen Remodel
Willow Glen Remodel
Cabana Rehab InteriorsCabana Rehab Interiors
Traditional patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a bar area.
Stokley Drive
Stokley Drive
Suzanne Trecco DesignsSuzanne Trecco Designs
Photo of a bohemian patio in Other with concrete slabs and a bar area.
Folsom, CA
Folsom, CA
Sherman Homes Construction, Inc.Sherman Homes Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a nautical back patio in Sacramento with concrete slabs and a bar area.
Design features of recently completed homes
Design features of recently completed homes
First Florida ConstructionFirst Florida Construction
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired back patio in Miami with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a bar area.
Phoenix Arizona Residence
Phoenix Arizona Residence
Luis Salazar-architectLuis Salazar-architect
Luis Salazar
Contemporary patio in Phoenix with concrete slabs and a bar area.

Patio with a Bar Area 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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