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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.
Walloon Lake Residence | Modern Waterfront
Walloon Lake Residence | Modern Waterfront
W. Pearsall Construction Inc.W. Pearsall Construction Inc.
This modern waterfront home was built for today’s contemporary lifestyle with the comfort of a family cottage. Walloon Lake Residence is a stunning three-story waterfront home with beautiful proportions and extreme attention to detail to give both timelessness and character. Horizontal wood siding wraps the perimeter and is broken up by floor-to-ceiling windows and moments of natural stone veneer. The exterior features graceful stone pillars and a glass door entrance that lead into a large living room, dining room, home bar, and kitchen perfect for entertaining. With walls of large windows throughout, the design makes the most of the lakefront views. A large screened porch and expansive platform patio provide space for lounging and grilling. Inside, the wooden slat decorative ceiling in the living room draws your eye upwards. The linear fireplace surround and hearth are the focal point on the main level. The home bar serves as a gathering place between the living room and kitchen. A large island with seating for five anchors the open concept kitchen and dining room. The strikingly modern range hood and custom slab kitchen cabinets elevate the design. The floating staircase in the foyer acts as an accent element. A spacious master suite is situated on the upper level. Featuring large windows, a tray ceiling, double vanity, and a walk-in closet. The large walkout basement hosts another wet bar for entertaining with modern island pendant lighting. Walloon Lake is located within the Little Traverse Bay Watershed and empties into Lake Michigan. It is considered an outstanding ecological, aesthetic, and recreational resource. The lake itself is unique in its shape, with three “arms” and two “shores” as well as a “foot” where the downtown village exists. Walloon Lake is a thriving northern Michigan small town with tons of character and energy, from snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter to morel hunting and hiking in the spring, boating and golfing in the summer, and wine tasting and color touring in the fall.
Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and a stained concrete fountain adds privacy and atmosphere at the dining area. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
Bouldin Sisters - outdoor grill area
Bouldin Sisters - outdoor grill area
Merzbau Design CollectiveMerzbau Design Collective
A grill area is sequestered to the side of the pool.
Design ideas for a small modern side patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Barker Residence
Barker Residence
Currin Outdoor LivingCurrin Outdoor Living
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Raleigh with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Modern Concrete & Bluestone Patio - Mequon
Modern Concrete & Bluestone Patio - Mequon
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
A contemporary, cast concrete fire bowl is centered on the living room doors, surrounded by beach pebble mulch. Bluestone inlays in the concrete mark the centerline of the bowl in both directions and continues into the thermal finish, full range bluestone patio. Erickson Digital Studio
Modern Geometric Pool with Fire Features and Sun Shelf
Modern Geometric Pool with Fire Features and Sun Shelf
CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.CAVINESS LANDSCAPE DESIGN, INC.
View of the reclusive glass tile outdoor shower Design and construction by Caviness Landscape Design Photography by KO Rinearson
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in Oklahoma City with an outdoor shower, natural stone paving and no cover.
Landscape
Landscape
7Designs+Development7Designs+Development
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Orange County with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Bay Area Designs
Bay Area Designs
Patrick Lannan DesignsPatrick Lannan Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in San Francisco with concrete paving and no cover.
Oakland Hills Residence
Oakland Hills Residence
studio M MERGEstudio M MERGE
Marion Brenner
Design ideas for a large modern back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
modern san francisco great room by building down
modern san francisco great room by building down
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Landscape design emphasizes the horizontal layers as we progress from the concrete patio floor up to the garden level. This remodel involves extensive excavation, demolition, drainage, and structural work. We aim to maximize the visual appeal and functions while preserving the privacy of the homeowners in this dense urban neighborhood. Photos by Scott Hargis
Back Patio with Awning
Back Patio with Awning
Ware Architecture StudioWare Architecture Studio
Design ideas for a small modern back patio in Dallas with concrete slabs and an awning.
Sky Residence
Sky Residence
Drawing Room Architect IncDrawing Room Architect Inc
This is an example of a large modern courtyard patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Back of the house showing the kitchen overhang with cedar soffit
Back of the house showing the kitchen overhang with cedar soffit
Mark Brand ArchitectureMark Brand Architecture
Close up of the overhang over the kitchen at the rear of the house. The soffit is clad in cedar
Inspiration for a medium sized modern courtyard patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Modern Contemporary Villa
Modern Contemporary Villa
Eaton + Stipp Custom HomesEaton + Stipp Custom Homes
Concrete stamped patio in the backyard of this modern contemporary villa. Huge full panel, black bi folding doors. Stucco fiber cement siding.
Photo of a large modern back patio in Indianapolis with stamped concrete and no cover.
White Onyx Beacon Chat Height Gas Fire Pit Table
White Onyx Beacon Chat Height Gas Fire Pit Table
The Outdoor GreatRoom CompanyThe Outdoor GreatRoom Company
The Beacon Gas Fire Pit Table Collection is a beautiful new take on a classic style. The unique White Onyx Supercast™ concrete top sits upon the durable powder-coated steel base. Chat height naturally invites guests to the sit around the fire and relax. The 20" Crystal Fire® Plus Burner is UL Listed for safety.
Safety Bay Garden
Safety Bay Garden
NaturesqueNaturesque
Medium sized modern back patio in Perth with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Richmond with an outdoor kitchen and natural stone paving.
Bring your life outdoors!
Bring your life outdoors!
CAT IN A HAMMOCKCAT IN A HAMMOCK
Refinished fireplace
Inspiration for a large modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fireplace, concrete paving and a gazebo.
House extension in Barnes
House extension in Barnes
Square One ArchitectsSquare One Architects
The small rear patio is related to the internal spaces thus maximizing the sense of space. The wooden bench has been designed to conceal a practical low storage unit.

Premium Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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