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Black Patio with Gravel Ideas and Designs

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Villa Bastide, South of France
Villa Bastide, South of France
Thomas Coombes Interior DesignThomas Coombes Interior Design
The outdoor seating area situated outside of the Annex creates a lovely shaded area for those relaxing summer afternoons
A Beautiful Garden
A Beautiful Garden
Jibe DesignJibe Design
Woodside French Farmhouse rehab and preservation
Woodside French Farmhouse rehab and preservation
HPS Palo Alto-Home Preservation StewardshipHPS Palo Alto-Home Preservation Stewardship
Sitting area at the main home Photo: Steve Spratt
Minimal japo
Minimal japo
queiruga Paisajistasqueiruga Paisajistas
Ajardinamiento de corte asiático, minimalista, donde el principal elemento utilizado es grava. Las pocas plantaciones destacan en forma de ejemplares de arce japonés.
IMG_7416.HEIC
IMG_7416.HEIC
Holger C LönzeHolger C Lönze
Fireplaces & Fire Pits - Inground Gravel Fire Pit
Fireplaces & Fire Pits - Inground Gravel Fire Pit
Red Valley Landscape & Construction IncRed Valley Landscape & Construction Inc
This unique gas fire pit is situated on the edge of a patio and is housed below ground so on the surface the fire seems to just come out of the ground. Is moderately enclosed with the natural stone.
The Pavilion
The Pavilion
RIVER NORTHRIVER NORTH
Photography: Eric Penrod
Patio Covers
Patio Covers
Arizona Hardscape Creations LLCArizona Hardscape Creations LLC
The Adjustable Patio Cover allows light in your house when you want it.
1905 NZ Villa Renovation
1905 NZ Villa Renovation
Morgan ZhenMorgan Zhen
The second outdoor seating area for a late night chat with friends and family. Light up a fire pit and enjoy. It's a corner bench with a planter. We design it and build it ourselves, another DIY project. We planted two Christmas tree in the planter, it'll be a holiday gathering spot next year with decorated trees. Once the trees grown taller, they will form a screen to provide privacy as it's the at the end of the drive way facing the street.
jsm apartment remodel
jsm apartment remodel
Lizbeth Carulla arquitectaLizbeth Carulla arquitecta
the fact that this apartment unit was located on the first floor gave it the benefit of various indoor terraces and patios which we transformed into lushious gardens.
Santa Monica Garden House
Santa Monica Garden House
SoCal ContractorSoCal Contractor
This couple is comprised of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Can relax and entertain.
Oasis
Oasis
Mar Lawn & LandscapeMar Lawn & Landscape
Fire pit
K　KORT　HOUSE
K　KORT　HOUSE
TENアーキテクツ一級建築士事務所　TENアーキテクツ一級建築士事務所　
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Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.
Someone is enjoying the shade and comfortable lawn alternative. #landscapedesign by #paulhendershotdesign paulhendershotdesign.com #dogs #labrador #dog #homeimprovement #landscaping #nolawn #peagravel #landscaper #House #home #HomeImprovement #EarthDay #earthweek #sustainabledesign #homeimprovement #renovation #remodel #courtyard #patio #patiodesign #outdoorliving #landscapeinspiration #homesweethome #landscapeideas #gardenpath #path #pathway #landscaper #landscapers #landscaping #landscapedesigner #landscapeideas
Bouldin Sisters - guest house
Bouldin Sisters - guest house
Merzbau Design CollectiveMerzbau Design Collective
The roof overhang, clad in hemlock fir, cantilevers over a deck that extends the length of the guest house. The deck is accessed via sliding doors from the living area and bedroom.
Backyard Waterfall
Backyard Waterfall
Greenleaf Services, Inc.Greenleaf Services, Inc.
Sunset Square
Sunset Square
Hommes and GardensHommes and Gardens
Tropical Backyard with Hot Tub
Tropical Backyard with Hot Tub
Outdoor Rooms by DesignOutdoor Rooms by Design
The personality of these owners just shines through! Hot tubs are meant to be fun. Mission Accomplished. Photo Credit: Crystal French
Santa Monica Garden House
Santa Monica Garden House
SoCal ContractorSoCal Contractor
This couple is comprised of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Entertains and relaxes.
Eichler Outdoor Living
Eichler Outdoor Living
Monarch Gardens, Inc.Monarch Gardens, Inc.

Black Patio with Gravel 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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