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Small Brown Patio Ideas and Designs

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Hearth
Hearth
LandZen Landscape Design & ConstructionLandZen Landscape Design & Construction
Photo of a small classic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
2017 NARI Home Improvement Show
2017 NARI Home Improvement Show
Land Creations Landscaping Inc.Land Creations Landscaping Inc.
Jeff Rak
Inspiration for a small classic patio in Cleveland with an outdoor shower and concrete paving.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Keystone GraniteKeystone Granite
Photo of a small classic back patio in Portland with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
Wood Stamp Patio
Wood Stamp Patio
Concrete Craft of KnoxvilleConcrete Craft of Knoxville
We were able to resurface over the existing ordinary concrete with our wood plank stamped design with a dark walnut stain. Project completed in Maryville Tennesee in 2016.
Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
What is this a pergola or is it a arbor? The proper name for this is a colonnade arbor.
Small eclectic back patio in Minneapolis with brick paving and a pergola.
FIRE PITS
FIRE PITS
Country Nursery, IncCountry Nursery, Inc
Small patio with Propane Fire Pit Area
Inspiration for a small traditional back patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.
Cabanas and Patio Covers
Cabanas and Patio Covers
Outer Image DesignOuter Image Design
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, a gazebo and decking.
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Croxted Road - Dulwich
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photo: Chris Snook © 2014 Houzz
This is an example of a small scandi patio in London with gravel and no cover.
The Grgich Family Wood Fired Brick Pizza Oven in California
The Grgich Family Wood Fired Brick Pizza Oven in California
BrickWood OvensBrickWood Ovens
This Bay Area Wood Fired Pizza Oven is the Pride of San Francisco! A Beautiful Oven with a clean stucco finish and nice, tight corners. Excellent Job!!! To see more pictures of this oven (and many more ovens), please visit – BrickWoodOvens.com
Backyard
Backyard
Krystina Hollenbeck for HiLuXeLifestyleKrystina Hollenbeck for HiLuXeLifestyle
Small classic back patio in Las Vegas with concrete paving and a pergola.
Balboa fire pit tables
Balboa fire pit tables
Cooke FurnitureCooke Furniture
Copper Canyon granite top acid washed copper base this COOKE fire pit table combo is one of our favorites!
This is an example of a small bohemian back patio in Orange County.
Spa Retreat Casa California Showcase Home
Spa Retreat Casa California Showcase Home
Wesley Design Inc.Wesley Design Inc.
Zen Patio Garden with Tranquil Fountain just outside the massage area of gym Spa Retreat
Design ideas for a small classic courtyard patio in Orange County with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Basalt Column Fountain
Basalt Column Fountain
Eileen G DesignsEileen G Designs
Small traditional patio in Miami with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Cauthen Family | Hot Spring Spa
Cauthen Family | Hot Spring Spa
Richard's Total Backyard SolutionsRichard's Total Backyard Solutions
Check out this gorgeous custom wrapped Hot Spring Spas for the Cauthen Family in Fulshear. This is a Hot Spring Spas® Grandee with the Freshwater Salt System and cover lifter.
Parade of Homes 2019
Parade of Homes 2019
Modern LandscapeModern Landscape
This gorgeous custom outdoor water feature was featured in the 2019 Parade of Homes. With a poured concrete base, this fountain is completely self-contained, so you can enjoy the soothing sound of bubbling water without the maintenance of a pond.
BENT TREE NORTH
BENT TREE NORTH
DDLA Design Landscape ArchitectureDDLA Design Landscape Architecture
This outdoor living space was transformed from an empty patio into an inviting outdoor living environment for relaxing and entertaining friends and family. An oversized, raised spa anchors the center of this courtyard to provide a relaxing escape and serves as a fountain feature to be viewed from all the interior rooms. A new custom pavilion structure was built to provide the owners with an outdoor entertaining area that can be comfortable for a small group and can also accommodate a large dinner party or large group. The new outdoor kitchen features plenty of room for the chef and serving. The room can also fit a 12 person dining table that sits under a vaulted ceiling and below a custom built decorative chandelier that sets just the right mood. The travertine decking is surrounded by lush gardens to provide visual interest throughout the year. The project is also as equally inviting in the evening with extensive landscape lighting to set just the right mood for this private outdoor courtyard.
Mustang Park, Carrollton
Mustang Park, Carrollton
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
AquaTerra Outdoors was hired to bring life to the outdoors of the new home. When it came time to design the space we were challenged with the tight space of the backyard. We worked through the concepts and we were able to incorporate a new pool with spa, custom water feature wall, Ipe wood deck, outdoor kitchen, custom steel and Ipe wood shade arbor and fire pit. We also designed and installed all the landscaping including the custom steel planter. Photography: Wade Griffith
Rowhouse Deck
Rowhouse Deck
UserUser
Brad Meese
Photo of a small classic patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen.
Outdoor Treasures
Outdoor Treasures
West Village GCWest Village GC
Peter Murdock
Inspiration for a small contemporary patio in New York.
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc. creates a "House of Light."
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc. creates a "House of Light."
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature and natural stone paving.

Small Brown 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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