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Purple Side Patio 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.
eichler in marinwood
eichler in marinwood
building Lab, inc.building Lab, inc.
Eichler in Marinwood - At the larger scale of the property existed a desire to soften and deepen the engagement between the house and the street frontage. As such, the landscaping palette consists of textures chosen for subtlety and granularity. Spaces are layered by way of planting, diaphanous fencing and lighting. The interior engages the front of the house by the insertion of a floor to ceiling glazing at the dining room. Jog-in path from street to house maintains a sense of privacy and sequential unveiling of interior/private spaces. This non-atrium model is invested with the best aspects of the iconic eichler configuration without compromise to the sense of order and orientation. photo: scott hargis
Updating/restoring 90-year-old Craftsman house in Seattle
Updating/restoring 90-year-old Craftsman house in Seattle
Sheldon BurkhalterSheldon Burkhalter
This is an example of a small traditional side patio in Seattle with brick paving.
17FT Driveway in El Paso
17FT Driveway in El Paso
The Iron Snail Inc.The Iron Snail Inc.
This gate idea was a collaboration between David and the customer. The customer wanted an original design but did not have and idea of exactly what to do.
Mission Viejo, CA Front and Backyard Remodel
Mission Viejo, CA Front and Backyard Remodel
System PaversSystem Pavers
This backyard remodel in Mission Viejo, CA. This remodel consists of new outdoor elements all designed and installed by System Pavers. Elements featured in project include: natural stone paver sitting wall, dual candle wall, and fire pit, paver patio, courtyard, side yard and driveway, and energy efficient LED lighting throughout the front and back of the home
Back Yard Firepit Setting. Minnesota Landscape Design.
Back Yard Firepit Setting. Minnesota Landscape Design.
Anderson Design / ErosionZ. Minnesota Landscape.Anderson Design / ErosionZ. Minnesota Landscape.
Simple Paver Firepit Patio. Wrap-around sitting wall with columns. Credit: Tad Anderson. All rights exclusively reserved.
Classic side patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Shipshape
Shipshape
Robin O'Donnell Architects LtdRobin O'Donnell Architects Ltd
sliding door,butterfly chair,outdoor dining
Inspiration for a medium sized modern side patio in Auckland.
Modern Vineyard Farmhouse
Modern Vineyard Farmhouse
RCH ConstructionRCH Construction
Design ideas for a large classic side patio in San Luis Obispo with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.
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.
Madison A
Madison A
Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.
Shutterbug
This is an example of a medium sized modern side patio in Austin with tiled flooring.
Bronxeville Residence
Bronxeville Residence
Richard Hartlage Land MorphologyRichard Hartlage Land Morphology
Design ideas for a medium sized side patio in New York with a water feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
PARIS XV - Appartement 55m2
PARIS XV - Appartement 55m2
DECORATION PARISIENNEDECORATION PARISIENNE
Décoration Parisienne
Medium sized contemporary side patio in Paris.
Paver Patio
Paver Patio
Above and Beyond Complete Grounds MaintenanceAbove and Beyond Complete Grounds Maintenance
Photo of a medium sized modern side patio in Omaha with brick paving.
Nelson Landscape
Nelson Landscape
Living Waters LandscapingLiving Waters Landscaping
Finished Arizona Flagstone Patio and Walkways.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic side patio in Other with natural stone paving and no cover.
Reforma de Antiguo Pajar en Toledo
Reforma de Antiguo Pajar en Toledo
OOIIO ArquitecturaOOIIO Arquitectura
OOIIO arquitectura, josefotoinmo
Classic side patio in Madrid with natural stone paving.
Gallery
Gallery
West ConstructionWest Construction
This is an example of a medium sized side patio in Other with a roof extension.
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.
Our Work
Our Work
Ruckers PaintingRuckers Painting
This is an example of a side patio in Nashville with an awning.
Victory 2
Victory 2
Bergby Construction IncBergby Construction Inc
The patio extends along the side of the house and can be accessed from the master bedroom.
Design ideas for a rustic side patio in Portland with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
North Bank House
North Bank House
Island Block & PavingIsland Block & Paving
Design ideas for a large modern side patio in Hobart with an outdoor shower, tiled flooring and a pergola.

Purple Side 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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