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Purple Patio with an Awning Ideas and Designs

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The Lake House
The Lake House
INNER SPACE DESIGNSINNER SPACE DESIGNS
Custom designed fence incorporating hanging potted plants and market lights creating a lovely corridor welcoming guests and passers by.
Small side patio in Seattle with concrete slabs and an awning.
Glamorous Art Deco Jewel in San Anselmo, CA
Glamorous Art Deco Jewel in San Anselmo, CA
UserUser
Architecturally significant 1930's art deco jewel designed by noted architect Hervey Clark, whose projects include the War Memorial in the Presidio, the US Consulate in Japan, and several buildings on the Stanford campus. Situated on just over 3 acres with 4,435 sq. ft. of living space, this elegant gated property offers privacy, expansive views of Ross Valley, Mt Tam, and the bay. Other features include deco period details, inlaid hardwood floors, dramatic pool, and a large partially covered deck that offers true indoor/outdoor living.
Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Fire Feature
Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Fire Feature
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and an awning.
Reinholds, PA Project 2
Reinholds, PA Project 2
Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.Earth, Turf, & Wood, Inc.
Earth, Turf & Wood
Large classic back patio in Other with a water feature, natural stone paving and an awning.
PCH Modern
PCH Modern
Burdge & Associates ArchitectsBurdge & Associates Architects
PCH Modern Mediterranean Home by Burdge Architects Malibu, CA
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and an awning.
Inexpensive Backyard Dining
Inexpensive Backyard Dining
OVOLO InteriorsOVOLO Interiors
The new custom fabric retractable awning is made from a screen type fabric to allow some light to come through so that the container garden plants still receive some sunlight. But, this also allows the awning to keep most of the direct sun off of the side of the house to keep it cool and reduce energy consumption. Here you can see the screen like material. At the right angle, you can see through it.
Liferoom
Liferoom
Northwest Exteriors, Inc.Northwest Exteriors, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Sacramento with concrete slabs and an awning.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
VOLT® LightingVOLT® Lighting
VOLT® Lighting
Design ideas for a modern back patio in Bridgeport with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and an awning.
Hansen Insulated Patio Cover and Carport
Hansen Insulated Patio Cover and Carport
Phoenix Builders Of Tulsa LLCPhoenix Builders Of Tulsa LLC
Lloyd N Babcock
Design ideas for a large modern back patio in Other with an awning.
Cabrera
Cabrera
Just Grillin Outdoor LivingJust Grillin Outdoor Living
Doug Driscoll
Large contemporary back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and an awning.
Awnings & Pergolas
Awnings & Pergolas
US Awnings & CanopiesUS Awnings & Canopies
Awnings Recover
This is an example of a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in Orange County with decking and an awning.
Outdoor Living in Black Forest
Outdoor Living in Black Forest
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
An outdoor kitchen is an excellent way to equip your backyard for entertaining and feeding hungry friends and family. Photo by Roger Haywood
Photo of a large eclectic back patio in Denver with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and an awning.
Our Work
Our Work
Ruckers PaintingRuckers Painting
This is an example of a side patio in Nashville with an awning.
Inexpensive Backyard Dining
Inexpensive Backyard Dining
OVOLO InteriorsOVOLO Interiors
The new custom fabric retractable awning is made from a screen type fabric to allow some light to come through so that the container garden plants still receive some sunlight. But, this also allows the awning to keep most of the direct sun off of the side of the house to keep it cool and reduce energy consumption. Here the awning is shown in an extended position in the evening. The screen fabric allows you to see through it. Here, you can see the roofline of the house through the fabric. LED lights were strung between the awning's supports for an evening dinner party.
Colorado Springs Parade Homes
Colorado Springs Parade Homes
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
An outdoor kitchen is an excellent way to equip your backyard for entertaining and feeding hungry friends and family. Photo by Roger Haywood
Photo of a large contemporary back patio in Denver with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and an awning.

Purple Patio with an Awning 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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