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Menlo Park
Menlo Park
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
Outdoor Kitchen and firepit
Outdoor Kitchen and firepit
Ispiri Design-BuildIspiri Design-Build
Existing mature pine trees canopy this outdoor living space. The homeowners had envisioned a space to relax with their large family and entertain by cooking and dining, cocktails or just a quiet time alone around the firepit. The large outdoor kitchen island and bar has more than ample storage space, cooking and prep areas, and dimmable pendant task lighting. The island, the dining area and the casual firepit lounge are all within conversation areas of each other. The overhead pergola creates just enough of a canopy to define the main focal point; the natural stone and Dekton finished outdoor island.
Private Patio Lounge and Kitchen
Private Patio Lounge and Kitchen
Clemens & Associates Inc.Clemens & Associates Inc.
The Smith Residence in Summerlin
The Smith Residence in Summerlin
One Source Outdoors/One LandscapeOne Source Outdoors/One Landscape
Back Yard Party Space
Back Yard Party Space
High Prairie OutdoorsHigh Prairie Outdoors
Pool House
Pool House
Nuance[s]Nuance[s]
Une grande pergola sur mesure : alliance de l'aluminium thermolaqué et des lames de bois red cedar. Eclairage intégré. Une véritable pièce à vivre supplémentaire...parfaite pour les belles journées d'été ! Crédits : Kina Photo
Pergolas
Pergolas
Climate Right ConstructionClimate Right Construction
Bluestone Irving Park
Bluestone Irving Park
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
The fire bowl doubles as a table during the summer months. Dimensional steppers connect one patio space to the other. Photography by Larry Huene Photography. Landscape design by John Algozzini.
Pergola bois
Pergola bois
Espaces PaysagersEspaces Paysagers
Espaces Paysagers
Sammamish Outdoor Living
Sammamish Outdoor Living
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Our clients wanted to create a backyard that would grow with their young family as well as with their extended family and friends. Entertaining was a huge priority! This family-focused backyard was designed to equally accommodate play and outdoor living/entertaining. The outdoor living spaces needed to accommodate a large number of people – adults and kids. Urban Oasis designed a deck off the back door so that the kitchen could be 36” height, with a bar along the outside edge at 42” for overflow seating. The interior space is approximate 600 sf and accommodates both a large dining table and a comfortable couch and chair set. The fire pit patio includes a seat wall for overflow seating around the fire feature (which doubles as a retaining wall) with ample room for chairs. The artificial turf lawn is spacious enough to accommodate a trampoline and other childhood favorites. Down the road, this area could be used for bocce or other lawn games. The concept is to leave all spaces large enough to be programmed in different ways as the family’s needs change. A steep slope presents itself to the yard and is a focal point. Planting a variety of colors and textures mixed among a few key existing trees changed this eyesore into a beautifully planted amenity for the property. Jimmy White Photography
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
Dover Shores
Dover Shores
Garden StudioGarden Studio
Karyn Millet
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Sunsational Landscapes inc.Sunsational Landscapes inc.
Pergola, Patio, and Fire Pit
Pergola, Patio, and Fire Pit
NWI Patio ProsNWI Patio Pros
Park Slope Residence
Park Slope Residence
Gradient Architecture PLLCGradient Architecture PLLC
Photography by Travis Mark.
AlfrescSLO Living
AlfrescSLO Living
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
photography by Joslyn Amato
West Dry Creek Residence
West Dry Creek Residence
Upscale ConstructionUpscale Construction
Design by Sutro Architects Interior Design by Adeeni Design Group Photography by Christopher Stark
Pergola/Lattice Patio Cover
Pergola/Lattice Patio Cover
Sun City Awning and PatioSun City Awning and Patio
Midwest Outdoor Living in a Bird Lover's Backyard
Midwest Outdoor Living in a Bird Lover's Backyard
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Lawrence St Residence
Lawrence St Residence
Design PlatformDesign Platform
James Florio & Kyle Duetmeyer

Back Patio with a Pergola 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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