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Patio with Decking and a Gazebo Ideas and Designs

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Award Winning Outdoor Living Space
Award Winning Outdoor Living Space
Daniels Design & RemodelingDaniels Design & Remodeling
The homeowners had a very large and beautiful meadow-like backyard, surrounded by full grown trees and unfortunately mosquitoes. To minimize mosquito exposure for them and their baby, they needed a screened porch to be able to enjoy meals and relax in the beautiful outdoors. They also wanted a large deck/patio area for outdoor family and friends entertaining. We constructed an amazing detached oasis: an enclosed screened porch structure with all stone masonry fireplace, an integrated composite deck surface, large flagstone patio, and 2 flagstone walkways, which is also outfitted with a TV, gas fireplace, ceiling fan, recessed and accent lighting.
Tomball Beach Chic
Tomball Beach Chic
Heavenly OutdoorHeavenly Outdoor
Photo of a medium sized coastal back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
CLIENT PROJECT | La Jolla California Luxury Home Terrace
CLIENT PROJECT | La Jolla California Luxury Home Terrace
Robeson DesignRobeson Design
Nestled against the hillside in San Diego California, this outdoor living space provides homeowners the luxury of living in Southern California most coveted Real-estate... LaJolla California. Weather rated wood material called Epee is used on the decking as well as the ceiling. Two custom designed, bronze chandeliers grace the ceilings as a 30' steel beam supports the vast overhang... allowing the maximum view of the LaJolla coast. Beautiful woven outdoor furniture in a neutral color palette sets the perfect base for bold orange throw pillows and accents used throughout. "Mink like" throws help to keep guests warm after the sun sets or after a relaxing dip in the Jacuzzi.
Gold Medal show garden 2012 M.I.F.G.S. The Conversation Garden
Gold Medal show garden 2012 M.I.F.G.S. The Conversation Garden
Paal Grant Designs In LandscapingPaal Grant Designs In Landscaping
Patrick Redmond
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in Melbourne with a fire feature, decking and a gazebo.
Backyard Renovations | Patio Renovations and Decking
Backyard Renovations | Patio Renovations and Decking
LUSH REMODELING & DEVELOPMENT INCLUSH REMODELING & DEVELOPMENT INC
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, decking and a gazebo.
Triple Play
Triple Play
Topiarius, IncTopiarius, Inc
Topiarius, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
Cabanas and Patio Covers
Cabanas and Patio Covers
Outer Image DesignOuter Image Design
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo and decking.
Mid Century Chic
Mid Century Chic
NUMI BuildNUMI Build
Medium sized midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, decking and a gazebo.
Pacific Street Landscape
Pacific Street Landscape
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
Garden Roma
Garden Roma
RAFFAELE CARUSO ARCHITETTORAFFAELE CARUSO ARCHITETTO
garden - outdoor
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in Rome with a gazebo, a bbq area and decking.
Wailau Place Residence
Wailau Place Residence
Imagine-It Builders CorpImagine-It Builders Corp
Elevated Farm Kitchen PC: TravisRowanMedia
Inspiration for a world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
Arbor/Canopy Systems
Arbor/Canopy Systems
Air Sun Screen & Awning Inc.Air Sun Screen & Awning Inc.
Custom Attached Arbor/Canopy System, Stanford
Medium sized classic back patio in San Francisco with decking and a gazebo.
Emser Brand
Emser Brand
Flooring Solutions Of MemphisFlooring Solutions Of Memphis
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
All Photos
All Photos
JC Wagner & Associates, Inc.JC Wagner & Associates, Inc.
Medium sized traditional back patio in Sacramento with decking and a gazebo.
Leawood Outdoor
Leawood Outdoor
Tobi Fairley Interior DesignTobi Fairley Interior Design
Black and white fabric and orange fabric is Schumacher. Blue and white stripe fabric is Kravet. Tables are made from 3Form. Ceiling color is SW 7100 Arcade White and SW 6258 Tricon Black. Photography by Nancy Nolan
Full View Day
Full View Day
Tyrone Mitchell PhotographyTyrone Mitchell Photography
This Gem of a location was photographed in the Wrigley community. Photos by Tyrone Mitchell
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Chicago with decking and a gazebo.
Immobilier
Immobilier
Aurelien Benard PhotographeAurelien Benard Photographe
Aurélien Benard
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Marseille with decking and a gazebo.
Deck Renovation In West Hollywood, CA
Deck Renovation In West Hollywood, CA
NB ConstructionNB Construction
Outdoor sitting area renovation. Taken by: Noam Baram
Inspiration for a small modern back patio in Los Angeles with decking and a gazebo.
Ferntree Gully Project
Ferntree Gully Project
Apex Landscapes & PoolsApex Landscapes & Pools
Tim Turner
Design ideas for a large contemporary back patio in Melbourne with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
Hillside Oasis | Woodland Hills, CA
Hillside Oasis | Woodland Hills, CA
Haus of MeeshieHaus of Meeshie
Backyard Design and Styling by Haus of Meeshie | Landscape Design by Studio John Sharp
Mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with decking and a gazebo.

Patio with Decking and a Gazebo 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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