Premium Patio with a Potted Garden Ideas and Designs

Staghorn NYC - Landscape design for the terraces of a high-floor residence at 1 Grand Army Plaza. Clients requested low maintenance and a modern aesthetic to match both the facade and interior. A simple color palette of white, gray, and greens. Flow-y ornamental grasses mingle with structural hardy cacti and evergreen trees.

Contemporary Exterior Remodel - Vancouver Wa

Kashas Design | Build

Small world-inspired back patio in Portland with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.

Ranch Revival

Courtney Thomas Design

We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

Buntry Planter (L24.5" X W24.5" X H16")

Decorpro

BUNTRY PLANTER (L24.5” X W24.5” X H16”) Planters Product Dimensions (IN): L24.5” X W24.5” X H16” Product Weight (LB): 17.4 Product Dimensions (CM): L62.2 X W62.2 X H41 Product Weight (KG): 8 Buntry Planter (L24.5” X W24.5” X H16”) is a lifetime warranty planter of geometric trend-setting design and proportion. Precise angular, triangle shapes combine to form a diamond pattern throughout the circumference of this moderately sized planter. Available in 43 colours and made to conform to the uniformity of modern condos and loft-style living spaces, both indoors and outdoors, the Buntry is also durable and resilient, weatherproof and like its contemporaries in the series of Decorpro planters, split-resistant, warp-resistant and mildew-resistant. Looking for a stylish upgrade to your home and garden, or a way to match existing furnishings and accent pieces with a bold definition of colour and shape? The Buntry is the planter for your decorating needs—in any season, in any weather condition–rain, snow, sleet, hail, and sun. By Decorpro Home + Garden. Each sold separately. Materials: Fiberglass resin Gel coat (custom colours) All Planters are custom made to order. Allow 4-6 weeks for delivery. Made in Canada ABOUT PLANTER WARRANTY ANTI-SHOCK WEATHERPROOF DRAINAGE HOLES AND PLUGS INNER LIP LIGHTWEIGHT

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Richard Hartlage Land Morphology

Inspiration for a large traditional courtyard patio in New York with a potted garden, gravel and no cover.

vue depuis l'entrée sur le patio Zen

Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur

Photo of a medium sized world-inspired courtyard patio in Nantes with a potted garden, decking and no cover.

Concrete Eco Home, Patio Railing , Shelter Island, NY

Keuka Studios, Inc

Railing and stairs by Keuka Studios www.Keuka-studios.com Photographer Evan Joseph www.Evanjoseph.com Architect Vibeke Lichten
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in New York with a potted garden, concrete paving and an awning.

Un peu d'ailleurs dans ce patio parisien

Kevin Clare - Paysagiste

La nouvelle composition agrandit visuellement l'espace
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Paris with a potted garden, decking and no cover.

Sunset

Sweet Smiling Landscapes

Located on a steep hill above downtown Ventura, this modern Spanish house features panoramic views of town with the ocean and Channel Islands beyond. While the views are amazing from a large front deck, the steep slope presented some constraints on the landscape design. Although the property is about a third-of-an-acre, the only useable and open garden space is a small (about 500 square feet) area to the West of the house. The house sits at the back of the property, and another steep hill on the neighboring property behind is held back by a tall retaining wall, leaving just enough room for a narrow, hardscaped patio in the back yard. Bright plantings along the back of the property delineate the home from the neighboring property, and we chose plantings to help stabilize the soil and further develop the Spanish garden look while creating a lush, inviting feel. Additionally, we added 52 pieces of pottery to soften and add interest to the back garden and patio areas. Succulents, herbs, and California natives fill the pottery along with bright, sweet-smelling, tropical-looking, and climate-appropriate plants. Slope stabilization was paramount for the front hill. Beyond that, finding plants that would thrive on the steep slope was the next obstacle. Finally, the aesthetics could be addressed, and we worked to find plants that meshed with the architecture—blending plants with white and orange to play off the red-tiled roofs and white-plastered walls that are emblematic of the Spanish style of this house as well as the predominate style of the neighborhood. The flattish area to the West was designed with the idea of creating a contemporary take on the parterre garden. Reminiscent of Mediterranean gardens, this vegetable and herb garden substitutes formal hedges with formal Corten steel planters to honor the modern Spanish architecture of the house. The citrus, herbs, and vegetables serve the foodie clients well.

Small Space Condo Project

WW Design Studio

Turn a grey bare cement patio into a relaxing oasis during lock down is a great asset for small spaces. Don't forget your outdoor spaces when utilizing every square inch. Photo: Caydence Photography

Outdoor Living in Kissing Camels Colorado Springs

Accent Landscapes

This raised bed in the courtyard provides a wonderful opportunity to introduce color and life into the hardscape.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Denver with concrete slabs, an awning and a potted garden.

Colorful Beach Cottage

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

Shade outdoor dining area is casually available outside of french doors to indoor dining, kitchen Photo by Preview First
Photo of a small coastal back patio in San Diego with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.

Rancho Santa Fe - Early California Style Hacienda

SDG - Scheiber Design Group

This koi pond with a marble urn planter is the view from the dining room. The agave adds a sculptural quality to the landscape.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean courtyard patio in San Diego with a potted garden, tiled flooring and no cover.

Doors, Windows, Millwork and Cabinetry in Custom home

Neff Mill & Cabinet Inc.

Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in San Francisco with a potted garden, concrete slabs and a pergola.

Flower Garden

Greenleaf Landscape

Designed by Susan Garon Smith
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in New York with a potted garden, concrete slabs and no cover.

Restauración de patio interior modernista en Barcelona

Maria Manuela Coluccelli

Realización de las fotografías por fotógrafo profesional.
Medium sized classic courtyard patio in Barcelona with a potted garden, tiled flooring and no cover.

Buntry Planter (L24.5" X W24.5" X H16")

Decorpro

Forêt

SINGER BIEDER Architecture

This is an example of a large contemporary front patio in Paris with a potted garden and tiled flooring.

2016 Spanish Revival

Kim Grant Design Inc

Kim Grant, Architect; Elizabeth Barkett, Interior Designer - Ross Thiele & Sons Ltd.; Theresa Clark, Landscape Architect; Gail Owens, Photographer
Medium sized mediterranean side patio in San Diego with a potted garden, brick paving and a gazebo.

Aménagement paysager d'une terrasse en étage

Place des Fleurs - Paysagisme & Jardinage

Michele Michelizzi
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary back patio in Paris with a potted garden, concrete slabs and no cover.

Premium Patio with a Potted Garden 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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