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Patio with Gravel and Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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The California Room w/ Dining Area
The California Room w/ Dining Area
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A large covered patio feature multiple seating and dining areas with a fire pit and BBQ island. It's view expand out into the surrounding yard that feature a remodeled swimming pool w/ spa and lawn area.
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in Richmond with a fireplace and natural stone paving.
Modernist Courtyard
Modernist Courtyard
terraneo landscape designterraneo landscape design
Looking back towards the interior of the terrace we can see how the overall design works with the clients exisitng furnishings and style.
This is an example of a small midcentury courtyard patio in Sydney with natural stone paving and no cover.
Farmhouse Bluestone Patio - Hawthorn Woods, IL
Farmhouse Bluestone Patio - Hawthorn Woods, IL
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A sitting area with a fountain was created off the side of the patio. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Milwaukee with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Telluride Cabin
Telluride Cabin
Artisan Builders LLCArtisan Builders LLC
Inspiration for an expansive rustic back patio in Denver with natural stone paving, no cover and a fire feature.
Regal Courtyard Pergola
Regal Courtyard Pergola
Brad Dassler-Bethel . ArchitectBrad Dassler-Bethel . Architect
A courtyard pergola designed to complement its sophisticated yet casual villa-like home. The light-filtering timber structure is nestled between two wings, creating a gracious outdoor living space that extends out to the open courtyard. Featuring a sculptural fireplace and views to the garden, this space becomes a tranquil place to spend time with family and friends. Photography by Brad Dassler-Bethel.
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
WINN Design+BuildWINN Design+Build
Medium sized classic back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving and a bbq area.
Gorgeous Infinity Pool with mulitple outdoor living spaces
Gorgeous Infinity Pool with mulitple outdoor living spaces
Blue Stone ConstructionBlue Stone Construction
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in San Diego with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Southern Estate
Southern Estate
Jonathan Miller ArchitectsJonathan Miller Architects
This is an example of a large country back patio in Other with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Living Space with Kitchen
Outdoor Living Space with Kitchen
Distinctive InteriorsDistinctive Interiors
This is an example of a large classic back patio in Boston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Wayzata Cape Dutch
Wayzata Cape Dutch
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Interior Design: Lucy Interior Design | Builder: Detail Homes | Landscape Architecture: TOPO | Photography: Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic side patio in Minneapolis with gravel and no cover.
Rosegrove Pool & Landscape
Rosegrove Pool & Landscape
Morgan Howarth PhotographyMorgan Howarth Photography
Rosegrove Pool & Landscape
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving.
Walk-out Bluestone Dining Patio | Patios
Walk-out Bluestone Dining Patio | Patios
Southview DesignSouthview Design
Elevated Tupelo stone dining patio with large format pavers is just steps from the kitchen.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Minneapolis with natural stone paving.
Lexington Modern Home
Lexington Modern Home
ZeroEnergy DesignZeroEnergy Design
ZeroEnergy Design (ZED) created this modern home for a progressive family in the desirable community of Lexington. Thoughtful Land Connection. The residence is carefully sited on the infill lot so as to create privacy from the road and neighbors, while cultivating a side yard that captures the southern sun. The terraced grade rises to meet the house, allowing for it to maintain a structured connection with the ground while also sitting above the high water table. The elevated outdoor living space maintains a strong connection with the indoor living space, while the stepped edge ties it back to the true ground plane. Siting and outdoor connections were completed by ZED in collaboration with landscape designer Soren Deniord Design Studio. Exterior Finishes and Solar. The exterior finish materials include a palette of shiplapped wood siding, through-colored fiber cement panels and stucco. A rooftop parapet hides the solar panels above, while a gutter and site drainage system directs rainwater into an irrigation cistern and dry wells that recharge the groundwater. Cooking, Dining, Living. Inside, the kitchen, fabricated by Henrybuilt, is located between the indoor and outdoor dining areas. The expansive south-facing sliding door opens to seamlessly connect the spaces, using a retractable awning to provide shade during the summer while still admitting the warming winter sun. The indoor living space continues from the dining areas across to the sunken living area, with a view that returns again to the outside through the corner wall of glass. Accessible Guest Suite. The design of the first level guest suite provides for both aging in place and guests who regularly visit for extended stays. The patio off the north side of the house affords guests their own private outdoor space, and privacy from the neighbor. Similarly, the second level master suite opens to an outdoor private roof deck. Light and Access. The wide open interior stair with a glass panel rail leads from the top level down to the well insulated basement. The design of the basement, used as an away/play space, addresses the need for both natural light and easy access. In addition to the open stairwell, light is admitted to the north side of the area with a high performance, Passive House (PHI) certified skylight, covering a six by sixteen foot area. On the south side, a unique roof hatch set flush with the deck opens to reveal a glass door at the base of the stairwell which provides additional light and access from the deck above down to the play space. Energy. Energy consumption is reduced by the high performance building envelope, high efficiency mechanical systems, and then offset with renewable energy. All windows and doors are made of high performance triple paned glass with thermally broken aluminum frames. The exterior wall assembly employs dense pack cellulose in the stud cavity, a continuous air barrier, and four inches exterior rigid foam insulation. The 10kW rooftop solar electric system provides clean energy production. The final air leakage testing yielded 0.6 ACH 50 - an extremely air tight house, a testament to the well-designed details, progress testing and quality construction. When compared to a new house built to code requirements, this home consumes only 19% of the energy. Architecture & Energy Consulting: ZeroEnergy Design Landscape Design: Soren Deniord Design Paintings: Bernd Haussmann Studio Photos: Eric Roth Photography
Hendersen Home
Hendersen Home
Genesis Architecture, LLC.Genesis Architecture, LLC.
Inspiration for a large midcentury back patio in Milwaukee with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen, dining area and firepit
Outdoor Kitchen, dining area and firepit
Ispiri Design-BuildIspiri Design-Build
Existing mature pine trees canopy this outdoor living space. The homeowners had envisioned a space to relax with their large family and entertain by cooking and dining, cocktails or just a quiet time alone around the firepit. The large outdoor kitchen island and bar has more than ample storage space, cooking and prep areas, and dimmable pendant task lighting. The island, the dining area and the casual firepit lounge are all within conversation areas of each other. The overhead pergola creates just enough of a canopy to define the main focal point; the natural stone and Dekton finished outdoor island.
Lafayette Entertainers Remodel-*
Lafayette Entertainers Remodel-*
Brovelli Architecture + ConstructionBrovelli Architecture + Construction
Outdoor entertaining at it's best.
Traditional back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Noyack Sloped Natural Garden
Noyack Sloped Natural Garden
HotbotanyHotbotany
Seating areas under pergola and fire pit surrounded by Russian Sage and perennials.
Expansive contemporary back patio in New York with a fire feature, gravel and a pergola.
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Back deck opens out to the side; stone pavers frame a sunken rectangular pool. Tony Soluri Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary side patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Twin Oaks Residence North Asheville
Twin Oaks Residence North Asheville
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
Photography by David Dietrich
Photo of a large rustic back patio in Other with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Patio with Gravel and Natural Stone Paving 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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