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Patio with Concrete Slabs and Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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Arnos Grove Garden Apartment
Arnos Grove Garden Apartment
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
Medium sized contemporary back patio in London with natural stone paving.
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
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portfolio
Architect Chartered ServicesArchitect Chartered Services
Photo of a patio in Gloucestershire with natural stone paving and no cover.
Country Patio
Country Patio
Inspiration for a country patio in Other with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Broken Arrow Lodge at Squaw Valley USA
Broken Arrow Lodge at Squaw Valley USA
Gemme GroupGemme Group
Stone patio, fire pit and mountain views at BrokenArrowLodge.info in Squaw Valley, Lake Tahoe photography by Photo-tecture.com
Design ideas for an expansive rustic back patio in Sacramento with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
Van Putte LandscapeVan Putte Landscape
The outdoor fireplace and patio make a beautiful focal point in this exquisite backyard landscape renovation. Installed by Van Putte Landscape. - Photo Credit - Chipper Hatter.
Bedford Park
Bedford Park
ACRE landscape architecture + design studioACRE landscape architecture + design studio
A lovely yard that started as a long bowling alley of lawn. We wanted to create a more human scale in the lounge area without building too many visual barriers. The overall effect is contemporary, but it is met with hints of woodland to help maintain a relaxed atmosphere.
Beaver Dam Residence
Beaver Dam Residence
Berglund ArchitectsBerglund Architects
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
This is an example of a large rustic back patio in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Redmond Estate
Redmond Estate
Reynolds Landscape LLCReynolds Landscape LLC
This circular gas fire pit with seat edge is a key feature of this destination random flagstone patio. A large curved seat stacked stone seat wall and bolder border benches create a magical place for conversation. Redmond, WA.
Salt Lake Flagstone Patio with Fire Pit & Sitting Wall
Salt Lake Flagstone Patio with Fire Pit & Sitting Wall
Archadeck Salt LakeArchadeck Salt Lake
This stunning flagstone patio in Salt Lake features a gorgeous outdoor fire pit with a built in paver sitting wall for maximum seating.
Medium sized traditional back patio in Salt Lake City with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Shower
Green River DesignGreen River Design
The outdoor shower was designed to integrate into the stone veneer wall and be accessible from the Lower Level.
Photo of a large classic back patio in Bridgeport with an outdoor shower, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Our Work
Our Work
MAPLE LEAF LANDSCAPINGMAPLE LEAF LANDSCAPING
Medium sized traditional front patio in Burlington with natural stone paving and no cover.
Palmerston Lake Cottage
Palmerston Lake Cottage
Bell+Associates Architecture Inc.Bell+Associates Architecture Inc.
Front Porch Photography
Photo of a large rustic back patio in Ottawa with natural stone paving and no cover.
Bayshores Traditional
Bayshores Traditional
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Photo of a traditional back patio in Orange County with concrete slabs and no cover.
Aussie Pool House
Aussie Pool House
Bear Ridge HomesBear Ridge Homes
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in Nashville with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Lakeside Overlook | Patios
Lakeside Overlook | Patios
Southview DesignSouthview Design
Natural stone patio and firepit overlooking Lake Minnetonka in Wayzata.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Lakefront Glimmer
Lakefront Glimmer
AOME ArchitectsAOME Architects
Mike Jensen Photography
Photo of a large classic back patio in Seattle with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Classic Outdoor Furniture
Classic Outdoor Furniture
Black Swan Hearth & HomeBlack Swan Hearth & Home
New Summer Classic Furniture collection
Inspiration for a classic patio in New York with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Lakeside Patio
Lakeside Patio
Landscapes by Tom LLCLandscapes by Tom LLC
A level area for the picnic table was made next to the beach.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Boston with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Rustic Traditional
Rustic Traditional
Hoyt ArchitectsHoyt Architects
Photo of a rustic patio in Other with natural stone paving and no cover.

Patio with Concrete Slabs 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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