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Small Patio with Concrete Paving Ideas and Designs

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FIRE PITS
FIRE PITS
Country Nursery, IncCountry Nursery, Inc
Inspiration for a small traditional back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Small space patio conversion
Small space patio conversion
1st Impressions Landscape Construction1st Impressions Landscape Construction
Solid Stone Steps With Custom Inlay and Bull Nose Treads.
Design ideas for a small traditional back patio in Cleveland with concrete paving and no cover.
Backyard Living Space Creation
Backyard Living Space Creation
Mass HardscapesMass Hardscapes
This is an example of a small traditional back patio in Boston with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
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.
Small contemporary back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Homearama #1 The John Candle Estate
Homearama #1 The John Candle Estate
John Candle Homes, LLCJohn Candle Homes, LLC
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Cincinnati with concrete paving and no cover.
Patios
Patios
Great Goats Landscaping, Inc.Great Goats Landscaping, Inc.
Inspiration for a small traditional back patio in Minneapolis with concrete paving.
Small Patio
Small Patio
Landscape By DesignLandscape By Design
Design ideas for a small traditional side patio in Dallas with a fire feature, concrete paving and an awning.
Meandering Paver Path
Meandering Paver Path
The Legacy Paver GroupThe Legacy Paver Group
A meandering path to a secluded seating area amongst fragrant blooms is good for the soul Installation by The Legacy Paver Group Design by Hayley Johnson
Fishers Area Patio Overlay
Fishers Area Patio Overlay
Fiano LandscapesFiano Landscapes
This patio may look like wood, but it is in fact a concrete paver! The paver is a Techo-Bloc product called Borealis. Its natural wood grain surface mimics the beauty of wood, yet gives us the durability of concrete pavers. The pavers were laid directly over the existing concrete patio, which was still in good shape with minimal cracking and settling. The lovely couple that lives here wanted a new cedar pergola. But what they ended up with was that and an entirely new and cool back patio space that will last for years and years!
Patio with stairs to deck
Patio with stairs to deck
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Patio with stairs to deck
Inspiration for a small classic back patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Compact Outdoor Living Spaces
Compact Outdoor Living Spaces
Design Works - Landscape Architecture & Const.Design Works - Landscape Architecture & Const.
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Manchester with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Granite Gas Fire Pit by Allbackyardfun.com
Granite Gas Fire Pit by Allbackyardfun.com
All Backyard FunAll Backyard Fun
Gas Fire Pit with natural waterfall by Oriflamme Fire Tables. This amazing photo features the unique propane or natural gas fire pit from All Backyard Fun. Each table is powder coated to prevent any sort of rusting and includes, fire glass, propane tank, and a beautiful metal lid that covers the burner when not in use. Up to 64,000 BTU of heat for propane and up to 90,000 for natural gas.
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
This is an example of a small contemporary courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
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.
Inspiration for a small contemporary back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Patio's and Walkway's
Patio's and Walkway's
Outer Image DesignOuter Image Design
This is an example of a small side patio in Houston with concrete paving.
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Small contemporary courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Small classic back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a pergola.
Paver Walkways
Paver Walkways
Kingdom LandscapingKingdom Landscaping
Inspiration for a small contemporary front patio in Baltimore with concrete paving.
Back Patio
Back Patio
Kane Landscapes IncKane Landscapes Inc
Terraced paver patio with blue stone capped sitting walls and steps. *Photograph by Herbert Studios
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in DC Metro with concrete paving.
Stone Work
Stone Work
Tallar Landscaping, Inc.Tallar Landscaping, Inc.
Inspiration for a small classic front patio in Seattle with concrete paving and a roof extension.

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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