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Jon Gower Garden DesignJon Gower Garden Design
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in Essex with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a pergola.
European Inspried Front Walkway
European Inspried Front Walkway
Grounded Landscape DesignsGrounded Landscape Designs
The artistic homeowner had a vision of a european inspired walkway but needed a contractor understand and implement it. Our meticulous nature and attention to detail allowed this walway to become a one of a kind. A snow melt system was added underneath to eliminate any shoveling issues. The brick and stone walls anchor the entire front landscape and wrap into the walkway seamlessly.
From the Left
From the Left
Urban Oasis Outdoor LivingUrban Oasis Outdoor Living
Small traditional back patio in Dallas with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Tuscan Inspired Home in Paradise Valley
Tuscan Inspired Home in Paradise Valley
La Casa Builders Inc.La Casa Builders Inc.
Dino Tonn Photography
Photo of a small mediterranean back patio in Phoenix with a roof extension, brick paving and a water feature.
Kings Park Apartment
Kings Park Apartment
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Peta North
This is an example of a small contemporary front patio in Perth with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Naperville Private Residence
Naperville Private Residence
CB Conlin Landscapes Inc.CB Conlin Landscapes Inc.
Lower-level reclaimed Purington clay brick patio with natural stone steps, lush shade plantings and vintage street lamp.
Design ideas for a small traditional back patio in Chicago with brick paving.
Small Backyard & Front Yard Remodel
Small Backyard & Front Yard Remodel
System PaversSystem Pavers
This outdoor remodel consists of a full front yard and backyard re-design. A Small, private paver patio was built off the master bedroom, boasting an elegant fire pit and exquisite views of those West Coast sunsets. In the front courtyard, a paver walkway and patio was built in - perfect for alfresco dining or lounging with loved ones. The front of the home features a new landscape design and LED lighting, creating an elegant look and adding plenty of curb appeal
Landmark Doral
Landmark Doral
Concept 2 DesignConcept 2 Design
Concept 2 Design
This is an example of a small contemporary courtyard patio in Miami with a water feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
East 50th St. NY, NY
East 50th St. NY, NY
UserUser
Small contemporary back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Ridgeview Court
Ridgeview Court
Glassman Companies LLCGlassman Companies LLC
Michael Yearout
Photo of a small rustic back patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Toronto small backyard
Toronto small backyard
Horvath LandscapesHorvath Landscapes
plutadesigns
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in Toronto with natural stone paving, a living wall and a pergola.
Alpine - Parade of Homes 2015
Alpine - Parade of Homes 2015
Raykon ConstructionRaykon Construction
This is an example of a small traditional back patio in Salt Lake City with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and an awning.
Outdoor Fireplace - Two Sided
Outdoor Fireplace - Two Sided
Colorado Outdoor Living Design & SalesColorado Outdoor Living Design & Sales
Stonemason: Arturo Munoz Photographer: Rob Law
Design ideas for a small rustic back patio in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Apartment Patio Design
Apartment Patio Design
MTC DesignMTC Design
Have an affordable space that you can enjoy throughout the entire year. Entire project completed for under $300.00
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Charlotte with decking and a roof extension.
San Luis Obispo Woodland Garden
San Luis Obispo Woodland Garden
Erik Jones LandscapingErik Jones Landscaping
Backyard patio with large flagstone pieces. Irish moss, blue star creeper, scotch moss, and mini mondo grass are a few of the plants growing between the stones. This yard has over 60 Japanese Maples and lots of ferns and other shade plants Erik Jones
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and no cover.
Limestone exterior
Limestone exterior
Michael Homchick StoneworksMichael Homchick Stoneworks
Design ideas for a small mediterranean side patio in Seattle with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Project of the Month: May 2021
Project of the Month: May 2021
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
Sunken retreat with private hardscaping and accent lighting Click Photography by Shea Sutherland
Photo of a small traditional back patio in Dallas with a fire feature.
Downtown Small Space-Charleston
Downtown Small Space-Charleston
REMARKREMARK
Photo of a small classic back patio in Charleston with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Villanova Residence
Villanova Residence
B.DeMichele Inc.B.DeMichele Inc.
A small formal outdoor room that is surrounded by stone veneer walls allows for an intimate dining experience
Inspiration for a small classic back patio in Philadelphia with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and no cover.

Premium Small 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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