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Elegant and Classic Pool with Pergola
Elegant and Classic Pool with Pergola
Tranquility Pools Inc.Tranquility Pools Inc.
Tim Kuder
Small classic patio in New York.
Cedarhurst Residence
Cedarhurst Residence
Hodgson Design AssociatesHodgson Design Associates
Martin Tessler Photography
Medium sized retro back patio in Vancouver with concrete slabs, a water feature and no cover.
DC Residence
DC Residence
Traut Landscape StudioTraut Landscape Studio
Designed while at Graham Landscape Architecture.
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Today's Old Hollywood
Today's Old Hollywood
Storm InteriorsStorm Interiors
Large modern back patio in Los Angeles with a roof extension and concrete paving.
Cape Cod Dining Terrace
Cape Cod Dining Terrace
Sudbury Design GroupSudbury Design Group
Richard Mandelkorn Photography
Design ideas for a large beach style back patio in Boston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
West Village Penthouse Terrace
West Village Penthouse Terrace
Marpillero Pollak ArchitectsMarpillero Pollak Architects
A new residential terrace bridges house and city by wrapping the four sides of a penthouse apartment, and creating vast outdoor living space.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary patio in New York with a living wall, tiled flooring and no cover.
Pergola Garden
Pergola Garden
Fenton Roberts Garden DesignFenton Roberts Garden Design
Medium sized contemporary back patio in London with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Backyard Landscaping Design with Patio Paving Slabs
Backyard Landscaping Design with Patio Paving Slabs
Techo-BlocTecho-Bloc
This walkway leading to the backyard patio was inspired by our Aberdeen slab! Versatile in its landscaping design, the Aberdeen slab can look traditional by installing it in modular patterns, integrating all its sizes. You can also achieve a contemporary look by having it installed it in linear patterns. Transform your landscape ideas into reality with the audacious Aberdeen!
Ranch Reinvented
Ranch Reinvented
Knaak Design GroupKnaak Design Group
Mid- Century Home renovation. Added a covered lanai complete with an outdoor kitchen and automatic insect screens. Custom pool, tropical landscaping, and fire features.
Gold Skies
Gold Skies
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
The previous state of the client's backyard did not function as they needed it to, nor did it reflect their taste. They wanted enough space for entertaining company, but also somewhere comfortable to relax just the two of them. They wanted to display some of their unique sculptures, which we needed to consider throughout the design. A pergola off the house created an intimate space for them to unwind with a cup of coffee in the morning. A few steps away is a second lounge area with a fire feature, this was designed to accommodate for the grade change of the yard. Walls and steps frame the space and tie into the built vegetable beds. From any angle of the property you are able to look onto green garden beds, which create a soft division in front of the new fencing and is the perfect way to add colour back into the landscape.
French Country Style Home
French Country Style Home
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a large traditional back patio in Other with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Old World Mountain Landscape
Old World Mountain Landscape
Terry T. King Landscape ArchitectureTerry T. King Landscape Architecture
This is an example of a large rustic back patio in Boise with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Detached Structure - Traditional - 5
Detached Structure - Traditional - 5
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Photo of a large classic back patio in Manchester with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
outdoor wood fireplace
outdoor wood fireplace
MVK Landscape Design StudioMVK Landscape Design Studio
Margarita Kosevych
Photo of a medium sized modern back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Elements Design and ConstructionElements Design and Construction
Over head structure with large outdoor kitchen that includes 36" grill, sink, outdoor rated double refrigerators and kegerator. Kitchen was built with real stone and granite countertops.
Outdoor Living Space With Patio Fireplace and Landscaping
Outdoor Living Space With Patio Fireplace and Landscaping
MILLER + MILLER Architectural PhotographyMILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography
Outdoor living space with patio fireplace and beautiful garden landscaping consisting of flowers, Roses, bushes, shrubs, large mature oak trees, and various plants incased by brick pavers. The luxury custom home builder set the ground with natural slate stone tiles. Others include outdoor furniture, and stained wooded fence, cedar deck, cedar shake shingles and planks – a backyard retreat paradise. Contact Miller + Miller if you're looking for real estate agents who specialize in luxury properties. Ryan & Sarah Miller are licensed real estate brokers & Realtors. Custom Home Builder and General Contractor for this Home: Leinster Construction, Inc., Chicago, IL www.leinsterconstruction.com Miller + Miller Architectural Photography
An Entertaining Garden
An Entertaining Garden
Marti Neely, APLDMarti Neely, APLD
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Omaha with natural stone paving and a fire feature.
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Atlantic Beach Contemporary Compact Backyard
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
Small spaces can provide big challenges. These homeowners wanted to include a lot in their tiny backyard! There were also numerous city restrictions to comply with, and elevations to contend with. The design includes several seating areas, a fire feature that can be seen from the home's front entry, a water wall, and retractable screens. This was a "design only" project. Installation was coordinated by the homeowner and completed by others. Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Medium sized modern back patio in Richmond with a fireplace and natural stone paving.
224 Golden Bear
224 Golden Bear
Travis Peak Construction & Ann Temple InteriorsTravis Peak Construction & Ann Temple Interiors
Two story covered porches overlooking golf course.
Design ideas for a large back patio in Austin with a fireplace, tiled flooring and a roof extension.

Premium Green Patio 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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