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Patio with Decomposed Granite Ideas and Designs

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Thornsberry Royale — Great Room Patio
Thornsberry Royale — Great Room Patio
Residence RoyaleResidence Royale
Photo of a rural patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Adero Canyon Marden and Meyers Model
Adero Canyon Marden and Meyers Model
Creative EnvironmentsCreative Environments
We provide award-winning pool, spa, landscape design, and construction services. Contact us here: https://creativeenvironments.com/contact-us/
Dotter Solfjeld Architecture | Design, Los Altos House
Dotter Solfjeld Architecture | Design, Los Altos House
Michele Lee Willson PhotographyMichele Lee Willson Photography
Michele Lee Willson Photography
Contemporary back patio in San Francisco with no cover, decomposed granite and a bar area.
Boot Ranch
Boot Ranch
ILLUMINARIES LIGHTING LLCILLUMINARIES LIGHTING LLC
Design ideas for an expansive classic back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
Rollingwood Slide House
Rollingwood Slide House
Oliver Custom HomesOliver Custom Homes
Architect: Tim Brown Architecture. Photographer: Casey Fry
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, no cover and decomposed granite.
Hilltop Residence
Hilltop Residence
Bloom Concrete & Landscape DesignBloom Concrete & Landscape Design
Design by Lauren Bloom
Large traditional back patio in Denver with decomposed granite and an awning.
Transitional Beach Home
Transitional Beach Home
Studio 6 ArchitectsStudio 6 Architects
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio in Orange County with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Renson
Renson
Suntanium Shading Products, LLCSuntanium Shading Products, LLC
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Other with decomposed granite and a pergola.
Menlo Park garden
Menlo Park garden
Sycamore DesignSycamore Design
This intimate garden utilizes a no-mow lawn, a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, and ipe-deck. Photo Credit: Megan Keely
Medium sized contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Casa Azul Airbnb Remodel
Casa Azul Airbnb Remodel
Terri Becker DesignsTerri Becker Designs
Austin's Casa Azul is the the spot for all things happy. This AirBnb remodel it is joyful, hip and functional. I was hired to design, procure and set up this one bedroom private apartment, an Austin jewel nestled in Windsor Park. The bedroom, living room and dining space are furnished in bold colors and fun and eclectic style with a nod to Moroccan vibes. Take time to relax in the private outdoor area designated to you and your guest. We painted the fence a bright happy color and faced it with a colorful mural, making the space bright and fun. Chair lounge chairs, fire pit, café lights and grill finish the space making it party ready. Herb garden, succulent arrangement and fun, colorful metal art and décor add pops of color and interest. Casa Azul is ready for your stay.
Vati Yoga Shala
Vati Yoga Shala
Colin Groth BuildersColin Groth Builders
Photo credit: Josh Speidel
Medium sized rural courtyard patio in San Francisco with decomposed granite and a roof extension.
New Construction
New Construction
Dynamic Property Services, Inc.Dynamic Property Services, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Tampa with a pergola, a water feature and decomposed granite.
The Curtis Resident
The Curtis Resident
Pacific Outdoor LivingPacific Outdoor Living
Outdoor seating area and retaining wall with prefabricated fire feature and drought tolerant landscaping.
This is an example of a medium sized rustic patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and decomposed granite.
Transitional Beach Home
Transitional Beach Home
Studio 6 ArchitectsStudio 6 Architects
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio in Orange County with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
VanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas CityVanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas City
Ready for the reveal. Photo by VanElders Design Studio.
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in Kansas City with decomposed granite and a pergola.
Westbourne
Westbourne
Spaced OutSpaced Out
Medium sized modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Canal House
Canal House
The Ranch MineThe Ranch Mine
Roehner + Ryan
Photo of a courtyard patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Country Lane Custom Home
Country Lane Custom Home
Alair Homes HoustonAlair Homes Houston
This custom home is a bright, open concept, rustic-farmhouse design with light hardwood floors throughout. The whole space is completely unique with classically styled finishes, granite countertops and bright open rooms that flow together effortlessly leading outdoors to the patio and pool area complete with an outdoor kitchen.
Littorinahavet 7
Littorinahavet 7
Skälsö ArkitekterSkälsö Arkitekter
Inspiration for a small scandi back patio in Other with no cover and decomposed granite.
SoCal living
SoCal living
BE Landscape DesignBE Landscape Design
Outdoor dining. Courtyard wall, and built in BBQ.
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a bbq area and decomposed granite.

Patio with Decomposed Granite 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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