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Classico Patio
Classico Patio
Inspiration for a classic back patio in London with a potted garden, natural stone paving and no cover.
Garden Design in Wimbledon, 1
Garden Design in Wimbledon, 1
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
This is an example of a contemporary back patio in London.
Wheeler
Wheeler
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Outdoor Living Spaces, Seat Wall, Firepit, Outdoor Fireplaces, Gazebo, Covered Wood Structures, Wood Fire Oven, Pizza Over, Custom Wood Decking, Ambient Landscape Lighting, Concrete Paver Hardscape
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Wimbledon
Wimbledon
CGD Landscape DesignCGD Landscape Design
This is an example of a victorian patio steps in London.
Cedar Creek Cabana
Cedar Creek Cabana
Alterra Landscape DesignAlterra Landscape Design
Traditional back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen and a gazebo.
Ridgefield Barn
Ridgefield Barn
Mark P Finlay InteriorsMark P Finlay Interiors
This outdoor dining area sits romantically under a sprawling wood pergola. The simple yet stunning stone top dining table seats 8 woven chairs. Photography by Michael Partenio
Smart, Contemporary Garden Design in Fulham
Smart, Contemporary Garden Design in Fulham
The Garden BuildersThe Garden Builders
The Garden Builders
Medium sized contemporary back patio in London with a potted garden.
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Friern Road, East Dulwich
Friern Road, East Dulwich
Red Squirrel Architects LimitedRed Squirrel Architects Limited
Adelina Iliev
Inspiration for an urban patio in London.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Patina Home DesignPatina Home Design
Classic back patio in Chicago with gravel and no cover.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Eden-Valders StoneEden-Valders Stone
Eden flagstone patio with cutom fire pit. Character chunks are used for seating.
Rustic back patio in Milwaukee with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Santa Barbara Craftsman Home
Santa Barbara Craftsman Home
Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.
Patio and exterior.
Traditional back patio in Santa Barbara with a bbq area.
Gazebo
Gazebo
Linden L.A.N.D. GroupLinden L.A.N.D. Group
Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Large traditional back patio in Burlington with a gazebo and natural stone paving.
Mercer Island Covered Addition, Spa + Patio
Mercer Island Covered Addition, Spa + Patio
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
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Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition
Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition
JDS OUTDOOR DESIGNSJDS OUTDOOR DESIGNS
Dominik Wroblewski
Design ideas for a contemporary patio in Los Angeles with decking and a pergola.
Flagstone Patio with Moss
Flagstone Patio with Moss
Bloom Concrete & Landscape DesignBloom Concrete & Landscape Design
Lauren Bloom
Photo of a traditional patio in Denver with natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Fire Elements
Outdoor Fire Elements
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Classic patio in Dallas with a fire feature.
Patio and Fire Pit - Summer 2011
Patio and Fire Pit - Summer 2011
Sun Valley LandscapingSun Valley Landscaping
Relax with family on friends on this beautiful patio overlooking the lake. Design by Sun Valley Landscaping. - Photos by Colin Conces
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Omaha with fencing.

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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Cathy Carr, APLD
Cathy Carr, APLD
GreenHeart, LLCGreenHeart, LLC
@ Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in DC Metro with no cover and natural stone paving.
Gib - San Pools Ltd.
Gib - San Pools Ltd.
UserUser
Gib-San Pools Ltd. Toronto
Design ideas for an urban patio in Toronto with an outdoor shower.
Ballmont Lazy River
Ballmont Lazy River
Ryan Hughes DesignRyan Hughes Design
Decorative custom made cushions and outdoor pillows are used to add comfort to the circular fire pit area on the island. Tropical plantings add privacy. Photo by Joe Traina
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