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Small Patio with Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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4th Street Townhouse, Park Slope
4th Street Townhouse, Park Slope
Harper Design BuildHarper Design Build
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in New York with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
Design ideas for a small contemporary back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
West Coast English Retreat
West Coast English Retreat
Tierra Madre Fine GardensTierra Madre Fine Gardens
Photo by Samantha Robison
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Other with natural stone paving, a pergola and fencing.
Entertaining Space
Entertaining Space
Susan Cohan GardensSusan Cohan Gardens
Custom trellis stained Benjamin Moore Yorktowne Green HC-133 are supports for espaliered apple trees and a backdrop for a small deer resistant perennial bed.
Modern Courtyard Garden
Modern Courtyard Garden
Unique Landscapes LtdUnique Landscapes Ltd
Small modern courtyard patio in West Midlands with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Patio Covers
Patio Covers
Arizona Hardscape Creations LLCArizona Hardscape Creations LLC
Lattice cover made from aluminum.
Inspiration for a small back patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving and a pergola.
DC Residence
DC Residence
Traut Landscape StudioTraut Landscape Studio
Designed while at Graham Landscape Architecture.
Photo of a small contemporary back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Inside Out Pool Cabana
Inside Out Pool Cabana
THE UP STUDIOTHE UP STUDIO
Modern Shaded Living Area, Pool Cabana and Outdoor Bar
Inspiration for a small contemporary side patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Sonoma in the City
Sonoma in the City
dSPACE Studio Ltd, AIAdSPACE Studio Ltd, AIA
Back deck opens out to the side; stone pavers frame a sunken rectangular pool. Tony Soluri Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary side patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
WATERSIDE HOME, EMSWORTH, HAMPSHIRE
WATERSIDE HOME, EMSWORTH, HAMPSHIRE
Emma Painter InteriorsEmma Painter Interiors
Chris Snook and Emma Painter Interiors
This is an example of a small traditional side patio in Sussex with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Contemporary Toronto backyard space
Contemporary Toronto backyard space
Elite Pool DesignElite Pool Design
Contemporary backyard space includes and in ground spa, fire feature, water feature, gardens and outdoor living space. Designed and built exclusively by Elite Pool Design.
Kalorama Contemporary
Kalorama Contemporary
Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)Horn & Co. (Previously JHLA)
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back patio in DC Metro with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Bluestone Patio New Lenox
Bluestone Patio New Lenox
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
As they walk out the front door this is the colorful view that greets the client.
Small contemporary front patio in Chicago with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Stone Steps and Stoop in Warwick NY
Stone Steps and Stoop in Warwick NY
UserUser
A set of brick and bluestone steps and landing that lead to the mudroom of this Warwick NY residence. The treads are constructed with a 2" thick rock faced bluestone. I used a custom color blended mortar for the brick joints, slightly rcessed. Below is a detail of the walkway. It is constructed with a weathered clay brick, bluestone borders and randomly placed bluestone inlays. The set of stps are softed with Rhododendron. We service the NY & NJ areas. http://www.summersetgardens.com/ 845-590-7306
Charlestown Residence
Charlestown Residence
Nilsen Landscape Design, LLCNilsen Landscape Design, LLC
Design ideas for a small classic patio in Boston with natural stone paving.
Landscape & Redesign of court yard
Landscape & Redesign of court yard
Crystal WoodsCrystal Woods
Redesign of courtyard with space saving seating made from Macrocarpa which has a very high natural oil content. Finely sanded and received 10 coats of oil and 2 coats of yacht varnish. cleaned and exposed stone wall and brick work and sealed to give a enhanced look. Cedar cladding to cover concrete block wall which was painted white, cedar finely sanded and finished in oil. Also with a floating bench and painted walls to help freshen the ambience.
Completed Garden design Tunbridge Wells
Completed Garden design Tunbridge Wells
Karen McClure Garden Design LtdKaren McClure Garden Design Ltd
Karen McClure
This is an example of a small contemporary back patio in Sussex with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Outdoor Grill Stations and Kitchens
Outdoor Grill Stations and Kitchens
LandCrafters, LLCLandCrafters, LLC
A large ProFire gas grill along with trash pull out is integrated within this masonry grill station. The grill station is surrounded with recovered Cream City bricks and topped with cut bluestone coping. A cedar arbor is integrated and makes an ideal location to hang two custom, high voltage electric lanterns.
Mid Century Courtyard Remodel
Mid Century Courtyard Remodel
SCJ Studio Landscape ArchitectureSCJ Studio Landscape Architecture
Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. The gate has become the icing on the cake, all 300 pounds of it! Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. The garden was installed in December and our client is extremely happy with the results – so are we! Photo credits, Coreen Schmidt
Mulberry Walk
Mulberry Walk
Randle SiddeleyRandle Siddeley
Photo of a small contemporary courtyard patio in London with a water feature and natural stone paving.

Small Patio with Natural Stone 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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