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Small Modern Patio Ideas and Designs

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子供部屋とリビングに面した中庭
子供部屋とリビングに面した中庭
株式会社　建築工房DADA株式会社　建築工房DADA
建築工房DADA
Photo of a small modern courtyard patio in Other with decking.
Seaview Drama
Seaview Drama
Michael D McIver | Landscape DesignMichael D McIver | Landscape Design
Photo of a small modern side patio in Portland with tiled flooring and no cover.
Floating concrete patio
Floating concrete patio
Bloom Concrete & Landscape DesignBloom Concrete & Landscape Design
Concrete patio defines lounge space with 8" border with Mexican beach pebbles creates interesting material contrast while providing correct drainage for space.
Compact Concrete Courtyard with COR-TEN Planters
Compact Concrete Courtyard with COR-TEN Planters
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Upright COR-TEN planters bloom brightly with Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef', bringing a bit of sunshine into this small courtyard.
Small modern courtyard patio in Other with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Circular Stone Landing
Circular Stone Landing
Redtwig, llcRedtwig, llc
Photo of a small modern side patio in New York with concrete slabs and no cover.
A beautiful raised garden design
A beautiful raised garden design
Brilliant Design ConceptsBrilliant Design Concepts
A beautiful garden design and construction completes the apartment renovation. We transformed the untidy bits and pieces garden area by demolishing the existing garden, installing new decking to lift the courtyard height to match the exterior sliding door height and building a raised garden bed planted out with a hardy and beautiful collection of Rhaphis Palms, Teddy Bear Magnolias and a selection of philodendrons and flax. Plant selection and design flickmacqueen garden design
Modernity on University (sneak peek)
Modernity on University (sneak peek)
Masa Studio ArchitectsMasa Studio Architects
Inspiration for a small modern back patio in Houston with a water feature and decking.
Outdoor Fire Pits and Fireplaces, Arizona
Outdoor Fire Pits and Fireplaces, Arizona
The Yard StylistThe Yard Stylist
We installed a fire pit, outdoor dining area, and expansive pavers for the owners of this Eastmark, AZ home. The owners chose white for all three installations. The houses’ other natural features, such as the brown brick wall, the decorative stones, and the pale yellow of the home’s exterior, all work together to add contrast and ensure that the white of the installation never looks pale or washed out.
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
Yard Crashers Design in Kansas City!
VanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas CityVanElders Design Studio - Stantec Kansas City
View of sliding awning system over the custom sofa and dinin area. Photo by VanElders Design Studio.
Photo of a small modern back patio in Kansas City with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a pergola.
Mini Modern
Mini Modern
flora Distinctive Landscapesflora Distinctive Landscapes
Small modern front patio in Denver with gravel and a pergola.
Mountain Modern Lake House
Mountain Modern Lake House
Judd BuildersJudd Builders
This is an example of a small modern back patio in Other with a roof extension and stamped concrete.
The Screen ADU
The Screen ADU
Modern ADU PlansModern ADU Plans
One of our most popular designs, this contemporary twist on a traditional house form has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and comes in at 750 square feet. The spacious “great room” offers vaulted ceilings while the large windows and doors bring in abundant natural light and open up to a private patio. As a single level this is a barrier free ADU that can be ideal for aging-in-place, or as a great rental unit.
The All-In-One Single Family Backyard
The All-In-One Single Family Backyard
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
Inspiration for a small modern back patio in Dallas with a roof extension, an outdoor kitchen and concrete paving.
Rockridge Redux - Extending an Elegant Home Outdoors
Rockridge Redux - Extending an Elegant Home Outdoors
Ian Moore DesignIan Moore Design
The hot tub patio is designed to provide flexible furnishing options. When open or unfurnished the ground plane details and lighting bring the space alive. This area can also accommodate chaise lounge chairs or larger dining assemblies. The plantings envelop and calm the space.
Intimate backyard Remodeling | Fire Pit and Patio Covers
Intimate backyard Remodeling | Fire Pit and Patio Covers
LUSH REMODELING & DEVELOPMENT INCLUSH REMODELING & DEVELOPMENT INC
In this project we have transformed an intimate backyard into a high-end patio including: artificial grass, stepping stones, stamp concrete, custom made fire –pit with a concrete bench, Alumawood patio cover with canopy, lighting and electric outlets.
Private Residence, Bryan
Private Residence, Bryan
Mirka ChodakovaMirka Chodakova
Photo of a small modern back patio in Dallas with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A modern dining area features an "opening-closing" louvered patio cover w/ outdoor kitchen, raised planters, and accent lighting.
Small modern back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Laneway house
Laneway house
Chilton ArchitectsChilton Architects
Sliding doors open onto the generous terrace shaded by a deep canopy, offering views of the neighbouring treetops and city buildings. Photographer: Carrie Chilton
'Lifestyle' Feature Panels
'Lifestyle' Feature Panels
EntanglementsEntanglements
'Xanthoria' laser cut wall art (by Entanglements metal art) creates a background eye catching feature for Metricon Homes.
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard patio in Melbourne with gravel.
Stratton Woods Residence
Stratton Woods Residence
Smelek DesignSmelek Design
Inspiration for a small modern back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and no cover.

Small Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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