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Small Patio with Concrete Paving Ideas and Designs

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Chef's Tree-Shaded Kitchen
Chef's Tree-Shaded Kitchen
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Laurelhurst Garden
Laurelhurst Garden
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
This project reimagines an under-used back yard in Portland, Oregon, creating an urban garden with an adjacent writer’s studio. Taking inspiration from Japanese precedents, we conceived of a paving scheme with planters, a cedar soaking tub, a fire pit, and a seven-foot-tall cedar fence. A maple tree forms the focal point and will grow to shade the yard. Board-formed concrete planters house conifers, maples and moss, appropriate to the Pacific Northwest climate. Photo: Anna M Campbell: annamcampbell.com
Zelkind Residence
Zelkind Residence
Revive Landscape DesignRevive Landscape Design
Copyright Protected by: Lori Brookes Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in San Diego with concrete paving, no cover and an outdoor kitchen.
Warm Welcome
Warm Welcome
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
A compact yet comfortable contemporary space designed to create an intimate setting for family and friends.
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
A Midsummer Night's Dream in Mechanicsville
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Small rustic back patio in Richmond with concrete paving.
Lennox Gardens
Lennox Gardens
ClarisfordClarisford
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in London with a living wall and concrete paving.
Beacon Hill Flagstone Patio
Beacon Hill Flagstone Patio
Coastal MasonryCoastal Masonry
This Unilock paver patio was designed and installed by Coastal Masonry. Large Beacon Hill Flagstone pavers were used for the field (a mixture of two colors) and Hollandstone rustic red brick pavers were installed as an accent border.
船岡の家
船岡の家
CASE建築計画CASE建築計画
船岡の家
Small world-inspired courtyard patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.
Charlestown Patio
Charlestown Patio
LCM PLUSLCM PLUS
What started as an imposing, bland concrete & brick private patio was turned into this magnificent outdoor living space by LCM PLUS. In addition to the wooden feature walls enveloping this space, LCM PLUS installed a Techo-Bloc Blu-60 patio with drainage and build planters along the far walls. The entire aesthetic was transformed and the end result is breath taking. With electricity and comfortable seating, we know our client will get boundless joy for years to come whether it be inviting friends & neighbors or a relaxing quiet evening.
Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation
Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation
Jetton Construction, Inc.Jetton Construction, Inc.
This property was transformed from an 1870s YMCA summer camp into an eclectic family home, built to last for generations. Space was made for a growing family by excavating the slope beneath and raising the ceilings above. Every new detail was made to look vintage, retaining the core essence of the site, while state of the art whole house systems ensure that it functions like 21st century home. This home was featured on the cover of ELLE Décor Magazine in April 2016. G.P. Schafer, Architect Rita Konig, Interior Designer Chambers & Chambers, Local Architect Frederika Moller, Landscape Architect Eric Piasecki, Photographer
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Inspiration for a small classic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Front Entry Patio Beloit WI
Front Entry Patio Beloit WI
Terra Yard CreationsTerra Yard Creations
Front Entry Patio
Small classic patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.
Urban terrace
Urban terrace
BP DesignBP Design
Located within a residential building, the design intention for this terrace was to create a visual and experiential escape from the city with a four-season garden. A full-width wall of bamboo was planted to break the monotony of the existing fence, create an ambiguous visual depth and generate a soothing rustling sound. Furnishings, including the rubbed stainless steel storage bench and planters, were carefully selected to complement the year-round vegetation.
Milwaukee Contemporary Back Yard
Milwaukee Contemporary Back Yard
Hawks Landscape Inc.Hawks Landscape Inc.
Concrete paver patio and gas fire pit.
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Milwaukee with a fire feature and concrete paving.
garden in the sun
garden in the sun
CATO creativeCATO creative
Design ideas for a small contemporary back patio in London with concrete paving, no cover and fencing.
Landscape
Landscape
GCSF Pavers and LandscapeGCSF Pavers and Landscape
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in San Francisco with a potted garden, concrete paving and no cover.
Backyard Living Space Creation
Backyard Living Space Creation
Mass HardscapesMass Hardscapes
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Boston with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Irvington Deck + Patio
Irvington Deck + Patio
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
We converted an underused back yard into a modern outdoor living space. A bright tiled planter anchors an otherwise neutral space. The decking is ipe hardwood, the fence is stained cedar, and cast concrete with gravel adds texture at the fire pit. The gas fire pit unit is by Cement Elegance. Photos copyright Laurie Black Photography.
Houston St.
Houston St.
Lyrd InteriorsLyrd Interiors
Photo of a small traditional side patio in Houston with concrete paving and a pergola.
Seattle Cozy Patio
Seattle Cozy Patio
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth . Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography

Small Patio with Concrete Paving 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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