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Patio with Gravel and a Roof Extension Ideas and Designs

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Pinecrest Residence
Pinecrest Residence
Anders Lasater ArchitectsAnders Lasater Architects
photo by Chad Mellon
This is an example of a small country courtyard patio in Orange County with a fire feature, gravel and a roof extension.
Backyard Buddha
Backyard Buddha
Apartment 46 for the HomeApartment 46 for the Home
The Buddha sits on a bed of stones and is honored by fallen blossoms, pieces of pottery, shells and any other beautiful thing that deserves a pride of place for a moment.
Annerley Renovation
Annerley Renovation
Axcis BuildAxcis Build
A simple raise and re-stump of this house which was apart of a large development site was an interesting project. Although it looks like townhouses, they are actually individually titled homes. Our contract was to give the house a complete overhaul with all new wet areas upstairs, all new electrical, new roof, full paint inside and out, new front stairs and to rebuild the verandah from 1.8m to 2.1m wide to make it more usable.
Wallingford Passive Solar House
Wallingford Passive Solar House
Wyant ArchitectureWyant Architecture
Jeffrey Totaro
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Philadelphia with gravel and a roof extension.
Glass House in the Garden
Glass House in the Garden
Flavin ArchitectsFlavin Architects
Modern glass house set in the landscape evokes a midcentury vibe. A modern gas fireplace divides the living area with a polished concrete floor from the greenhouse with a gravel floor. The frame is painted steel with aluminum sliding glass door. The front features a green roof with native grasses and the rear is covered with a glass roof. Photo by: Peter Vanderwarker Photography
Outdoor Entertaining
Outdoor Entertaining
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Phoenix with a vegetable patch, gravel and a roof extension.
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Metzler Home BuildersMetzler Home Builders
Photo Credit: Vivid Home Real Estate Photography
This is an example of a back patio with a fireplace, gravel and a roof extension.
Cachero
Cachero
Rescom Landscaping, Inc.Rescom Landscaping, Inc.
Klee Van Hamersveld
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary side patio in Orange County with gravel and a roof extension.
Red Hills Residence
Red Hills Residence
Scott Edwards ArchitectureScott Edwards Architecture
Photo of a modern back patio in Portland with gravel and a roof extension.
Residential Work
Residential Work
Brewster Timber Frame CompanyBrewster Timber Frame Company
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Denver with gravel and a roof extension.
Rocky Mountain Log Homes - A Place to Gather
Rocky Mountain Log Homes - A Place to Gather
Rocky Mountain Log HomesRocky Mountain Log Homes
This is an example of a rustic patio in Denver with gravel and a roof extension.
Milne
Milne
bild DESIGNbild DESIGN
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in New Orleans with gravel and a roof extension.
大府の庫裡
大府の庫裡
裕建築計画裕建築計画
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired courtyard patio in Other with gravel and a roof extension.
Ateliers en bois et jardin intérieur
Ateliers en bois et jardin intérieur
DOM PALATCHIDOM PALATCHI
Détail DOM PALATCHI
Large world-inspired courtyard patio in Paris with gravel, a potted garden and a roof extension.
Villa Raku
Villa Raku
Delin ArkitektkontorDelin Arkitektkontor
Patric Johansson & Myrica Bergqvist
Inspiration for a world-inspired front patio in Stockholm with gravel and a roof extension.
Viking House
Viking House
Furman + Keil ArchitectsFurman + Keil Architects
Leonid Furmansky
Inspiration for a side patio in Austin with gravel and a roof extension.
Cat Mountain
Cat Mountain
Dawson Lupul BuildersDawson Lupul Builders
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Austin with gravel and a roof extension.
Canyon Modern
Canyon Modern
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, gravel and a roof extension.
Safety Bay Garden
Safety Bay Garden
NaturesqueNaturesque
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Perth with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and a roof extension.
Woodcreek Ct. Burr Ridge, IL
Woodcreek Ct. Burr Ridge, IL
Rolling Landscapes Inc.Rolling Landscapes Inc.
Gravel paths of pea stone lead to this rustic yet symmetrical patio. Double soldier course and a diagonal ribbon of reclaimed brick pavers nicely contrast the tightly jointed irregular limestone. Photo by: Linda Oyama Bryan

Patio with Gravel and a Roof Extension 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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