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Patio with an Outdoor Shower and Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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Rustic Modern Outdoor Entertainment Retreat
Rustic Modern Outdoor Entertainment Retreat
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
This spacious, multi-level backyard in San Luis Obispo, CA, once completely underutilized and overtaken by weeds, was converted into the ultimate outdoor entertainment space with a custom pool and spa as the centerpiece. A cabana with a built-in storage bench, outdoor TV and wet bar provide a protected place to chill during hot pool days, and a screened outdoor shower nearby is perfect for rinsing off after a dip. A hammock attached to the master deck and the adjacent pool deck are ideal for relaxing and soaking up some rays. The stone veneer-faced water feature wall acts as a backdrop for the pool area, and transitions into a retaining wall dividing the upper and lower levels. An outdoor sectional surrounds a gas fire bowl to create a cozy spot to entertain in the evenings, with string lights overhead for ambiance. A Belgard paver patio connects the lounge area to the outdoor kitchen with a Bull gas grill and cabinetry, polished concrete counter tops, and a wood bar top with seating. The outdoor kitchen is tucked in next to the main deck, one of the only existing elements that remain from the previous space, which now functions as an outdoor dining area overlooking the entire yard. Finishing touches included low-voltage LED landscape lighting, pea gravel mulch, and lush planting areas and outdoor decor.
Woods Cove
Woods Cove
UserUser
Photo of a retro patio in Orange County with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and no cover.
Gunn Ranch
Gunn Ranch
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Steve Keating
Photo of a contemporary back patio in Seattle with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Beachfront Living
Beachfront Living
Pheasant Hill Homes Ltd.Pheasant Hill Homes Ltd.
From the beach to the shower is the way to live. Here is a custom built wood outdoor shower with a bench on a solid concrete slab that is properly drained. It even has a lower faucet for washing the dog after a play on the beach.
Capitola Beach House
Capitola Beach House
Frederick Custom Homes, Inc.Frederick Custom Homes, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style back patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs, no cover and an outdoor shower.
Hydeaway Pool House
Hydeaway Pool House
Schwartz and ArchitectureSchwartz and Architecture
Matthew Millman
Design ideas for a small modern courtyard patio in San Francisco with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
rustic poolside changing room
rustic poolside changing room
LA StudioLA Studio
Stucco clad changing room near the pool
This is an example of a small mediterranean back patio in Other with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and no cover.
Ipe Paradise
Ipe Paradise
Habitar LandscapeHabitar Landscape
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in San Diego with an outdoor shower and concrete slabs.
Northwest Retreat II
Northwest Retreat II
Deering Design Studio, Inc.Deering Design Studio, Inc.
Design ideas for a rustic back patio in Seattle with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Solana Beach Patio
Solana Beach Patio
Marrokal Design & RemodelingMarrokal Design & Remodeling
Brent Haywood Photography
This is an example of a coastal patio in San Diego with concrete slabs and an outdoor shower.
Pasadena Mid-Century Renovation
Pasadena Mid-Century Renovation
MassiveMassive
Photo of a midcentury patio with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Tropical Pavillion Home
Tropical Pavillion Home
Maxa ConstructionsMaxa Constructions
Photo of a small world-inspired back patio in Cairns with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Highland- Newport Beach, CA
Highland- Newport Beach, CA
Milgard Windows & DoorsMilgard Windows & Doors
Create a stunning entrance inside and outside your home. Milgard® Ultra™ Series | C650 French patio doors with stark white framed interior creates a unique look for your patio.
Contemporary Scottsdale McCormick Ranch Bathroom Remodels
Contemporary Scottsdale McCormick Ranch Bathroom Remodels
Caine & CompanyCaine & Company
Mike Small Photography
Medium sized coastal back patio in Phoenix with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and no cover.
Craftsman Lake Home on Notla Island
Craftsman Lake Home on Notla Island
Timberlake Custom HomesTimberlake Custom Homes
This craftsman lake home on Notla Island boasts a gorgeous view from every room in the house! The walkout basement patio features a gorgeous tile outdoor shower. Rinse off from a fun day on the lake. It's also a great area to bathe your dog!
In Town Farmhouse
In Town Farmhouse
Lemburg HouseLemburg House
Inspiration for a medium sized country back patio in Austin with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Summer Solace
Summer Solace
McCown DesignMcCown Design
This is an example of a medium sized nautical back patio in Miami with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Mediterranean Metamorphosis
Mediterranean Metamorphosis
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
The landscape around this Mediterranean style home was transformed from barren and unusable to a warm and inviting outdoor space, cohesive with the existing architecture and aesthetic of the property. The front yard renovation included the construction of stucco landscape walls to create a front courtyard, with a dimensional cut flagstone patio with ground cover joints, a stucco fire pit, a "floating" composite bench, an urn converted into a recirculating water feature, landscape lighting, drought-tolerant planting, and Palomino gravel. Another stucco wall with a powder-coated steel gate was built at the entry to the backyard, connecting to a stucco column and steel fence along the property line. The backyard was developed into an outdoor living space with custom concrete flat work, dimensional cut flagstone pavers, a bocce ball court, horizontal board screening panels, and Mediterranean-style tile and stucco water feature, a second gas fire pit, capped seat walls, an outdoor shower screen, raised garden beds, a trash can enclosure, trellis, climate-appropriate plantings, low voltage lighting, mulch, and more!
Lakeway Pool Bath
Lakeway Pool Bath
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Small contemporary side patio in Austin with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and an awning.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Adelaide with an outdoor shower and concrete slabs.

Patio with an Outdoor Shower 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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