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a wonderful stone patio and timber pergola reminiscent of Green and Green, natural stone outcroppings enhance the landscape Steven Clipp, AIA
Design ideas for an expansive traditional front patio in Raleigh with natural stone paving and a pergola.

Carla Ridge Residence

Michael Lee Architects

Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.

Frankfort Landscape Design

KD Landscape

Nothing like the glow of a fire.
This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, concrete paving and a pergola.

Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Fire Feature

Conscious Environments Inc.

Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and an awning.

Turner Project : Western Outdoor Designs

Western Outdoor Designs

Western Pavers, Inc. has been in business for over twenty years. Western Pavers is the Pioneer of all local paver companies in Southern California. Western Pavers has been transforming customers' visions into a reality for decades. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with 100% satisfaction and creating beautiful outdoor living spaces. Western Pavers can provide beautiful designs and take you from conceptual to the completion of your outdoor living project. We are Western Outdoor Designs’ paver specialist department.

Scottsdale Southwest Living

Sonoran Waters Custom Pool & Spa, LLC

Photo of a large back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.

Merivale Backyard

Texture Landscapes: a division of Texture Group

Lumo Photography
Medium sized world-inspired back patio in Christchurch with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.

Hollyridge Dr.

Jared Frank Studio

Shot by Ryan Schude
Inspiration for a small bohemian back patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, decking and no cover.

Wonderful Family Home with Room for Entertaining and Play

Accent Landscapes

There are many benefits to adding a fire feature to an outdoor space. A fire pit creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for socializing or relaxing with friends and family. It provides a focal point for gatherings and activities. It can extend the usability of your outdoor space, providing light after dark and warm as the seasons change.

Finisterra

Terra Designs, Inc

Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving and no cover.

Phoenix Transitional Beauty

Green Project

Nick Berger
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.

Mulik Residence

Currin Outdoor Living

This is an example of a large contemporary back patio in Raleigh with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.

Project of the Month: February 2018

TCP Custom Outdoor Living

We installed about 1450 SF of travertine. In order to build the patio cover, we needed to remove one window and then resize and replace others. We ended up replacing all the windows on the home. This space was built with a privacy wall to house the fireplace and custom built-in storage units. The doors are stained cedar to match the mantle. The ceiling, mantle and doors are stained with a walnut color. The wall is a smooth stucco to resemble dry wall. The homeowner wanted this space to be an extension of their home. The fireplace, built-in units, and column bases all have the same stone that complements the travertine floor and brick on the home. A box was built to cover up the electrical boxes that were located on the back of the home. The larger room has a tall vaulted ceiling with a small gable at the end. The minimal columns with the stone bases give the outdoor space a very clean look. TK IMAGES

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Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.

Inspiration for a medium sized modern back patio in Birmingham with tiled flooring and no cover.

EXTERIORS

Ticsa America

Design ideas for a large mediterranean back patio in Orange County with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.

Kimberlie Ct Project

Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design

Outdoor Living, Rocking Chair Hardscape Porch, Concrete Paver Hardscaping, Large Firepit with Seat Wall upper level, Firepit w/seat wall on spa patio, Waterfall Water Feature, Boulder stairways, private retreat, Exterior design

Carolyn, Beverly Hills

Milano Granite

Linda Kasian Photography
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.

NatureKast Weatherproof Cabinetry

1st Choice Cabinetry Inc.

We are your local dealer for NatureKast Weatherproof Cabinetry. Stop by our showroom for a free quote! Photo property of NatureKast Weatherproof Cabinetry

Contemporary FULL Premium Kitchen

The Garden District

The night time is the right time at this Stonewood Residence in West Kendall. Color changing LED Lights are a custom add-on any Outdoor Kitchen can use. The avellana artifical stack stone and dark granite glisten beautifully off the subtle glow of the blue LED Lights. The Fire Magic Echelon 790i Grill w/rotisserie and viewing window are ready for action!

Tano Corridor Custom Home

Prull Custom Builders

Photographer | Daniel Nadelbach Photography
Photo of a large modern back patio in Albuquerque with concrete slabs and a pergola.

Premium Purple 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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