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Black Patio with Natural Stone Paving Ideas and Designs

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Rural Getaway
Rural Getaway
Urban BonfireUrban Bonfire
A cedar cladded cooking island decorates a lush backyard, complementing the natural scenery. Using an ultra-compact Dekton countertop adds a modern and functional touch to this classic kitchen, featuring gas and charcoal grills.
Arbor Screen for Hot Tub
Arbor Screen for Hot Tub
Pony Lawncare and LandscapingPony Lawncare and Landscaping
We installed this arbor to shield the client from neighbors while enjoying their hot tub
Historic Evanston Retreat
Historic Evanston Retreat
Greenwise Organic Lawn Care and Landscape DesignGreenwise Organic Lawn Care and Landscape Design
Natural stone creates a warm setting for dining and gathering. Photo: Linda Oyama Bryan
Patio and Pathways
Patio and Pathways
Northwest Outdoor Living and LandscapesNorthwest Outdoor Living and Landscapes
The Secret Garden (Oakville, ON)
The Secret Garden (Oakville, ON)
Partridge Fine Landscapes Ltd.Partridge Fine Landscapes Ltd.
It takes a certain finesse to assess the landscape and its needs effectively to produce a garden oasis of this scope. Traffic flow, visual aesthetic, and local flora and fauna must be considered. For this build, local fauna such as raccoon and mink threatened the Coi swimming in the pond. Juergen and his design team created designs that incorporated simple forms of shelter for the fish that kept them out of harm’s way. Another challenge the team faced involved redefining the deck space, which was little more than a transition space in and out of the house. Partridge put a new patio in place that blurred the lines between inside and outside and transformed the space into a favourite sitting spot. No matter what challenges Juergen and his team face, they overcome it with unparalleled skill.
Wall fountain -Landscape Architect, NJ
Wall fountain -Landscape Architect, NJ
Thomas Biro AssociatesThomas Biro Associates
A small table and chairs provides seating and a magnificent view of the stone retaining wall and wall fountain flowing into pool. A planter of flowering shrubs and a row of arborvitae provides a screen of the adjoining properties. Olivia Holmes photography
Forever Home
Forever Home
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Several lighting techniques combine to illuminate the garden after hours. Laminated pergola beams span 24’ over the water garden, while a mortared step and grade beam marks the existing elevations preserved to protect existing trees.
Weekend In The Country
Weekend In The Country
Louis Fusco Landscape ArchitectsLouis Fusco Landscape Architects
Out door Entertainment Area
Intimate Backyard String Lighting
Intimate Backyard String Lighting
Light Up NashvilleLight Up Nashville
Custom string lighting in backyard by Light Up Nashville. String lights are a great way to spruce up any outdoor space after dark. Create an intimate outdoor setting to entertain using string lights.
Saratoga Springs, NY Residence
Saratoga Springs, NY Residence
Mandy's Spring Nursery and LandscapingMandy's Spring Nursery and Landscaping
Pergola on stone pillars with flagstone patio. Field stone retaining wall with plant beds, and waterfall.
Guest House in Laytonsville
Guest House in Laytonsville
Lofgren ConstructionLofgren Construction
Newton Contemporary
Newton Contemporary
Sage Builders LLCSage Builders LLC
Ipe, exterior stairs, patio, covered patio, terrace, balcony, deck, landscaping
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Matching a Modern Home in Richmond
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Multi-Level Urban Row House
Multi-Level Urban Row House
Topiarius, IncTopiarius, Inc
Dark Stone Contemporary Fire Bowl Feature
Dark Stone Contemporary Fire Bowl Feature
The Garden DistrictThe Garden District
Modern Dark Stone Fire Bowl Feature next to pool area looks amazing against this natural light stone flooring we installed to finish this pool area.
Granite Kitchen & Granite Fire Pit
Granite Kitchen & Granite Fire Pit
Granite HuggersGranite Huggers
Patio and greenhouse with indoor pool
Patio and greenhouse with indoor pool
Linden L.A.N.D. GroupLinden L.A.N.D. Group
The south patio creates a sheltered spot for dining and lounging three seasons of the year. The glass conservatory contains a pool/spa for year-round enjoyment. Photo: Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Firepit
Firepit
PaveStone Brick Paving Inc.PaveStone Brick Paving Inc.
Worcester MA Landscape Design & Construction
Worcester MA Landscape Design & Construction
Rutland Nurseries, Inc.Rutland Nurseries, Inc.
Brent Besse

Black 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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