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Smooth Sandstone Paving
Smooth Sandstone Paving
NustoneNustone
Transform your garden and create an added sense of space with the light tones found in our Ivory Sandstone Paving which will brighten up any dark areas of your patio. This choice of garden paving offers the charm and appeal that only Indian sandstone can offer. Each paver features its own unique tones formed naturally over thousands of years, promising your garden or patio a finish filled with character! Ivory sandstone paving slabs will stand the test of time even in harsh weather and are suited to the British climate to offer a robust and long-lasting paving option that will last for decades. All of our products are designed for exterior use and are frost-resistant, helping to keep your paving looking its best all year round.
Patio
Patio
Ambiance SystemsAmbiance Systems
Project #9
Project #9
David Wright Landscape Architect LLCDavid Wright Landscape Architect LLC
A small deck overlooks the fountain and courtyard.
Upstate New York Residence
Upstate New York Residence
GreenHeart, LLCGreenHeart, LLC
Sampling of Exterior Projects
Sampling of Exterior Projects
Lightwell Landscaping and WoodworkLightwell Landscaping and Woodwork
Tuscan Trowel Resurfacing
Tuscan Trowel Resurfacing
CustomCrete, Inc.CustomCrete, Inc.
Tuscan Trowel Resurfacing
Bluestone Projects
Bluestone Projects
Outdoor Living Spaces, LLC - FAPLDOutdoor Living Spaces, LLC - FAPLD
Various Projects
Various Projects
Green Leaf LandscapingGreen Leaf Landscaping
Backyard Patio Lounge
Backyard Patio Lounge
DeGoey DesignsDeGoey Designs
Middle Street Home, Newburyport, MA
Middle Street Home, Newburyport, MA
Keery DesignKeery Design
Grills and fire pits
Grills and fire pits
Outdoor Creations UnlimitedOutdoor Creations Unlimited
There are an infinite number of possible designs, and outdoor fire pits no longer need to be just a round pile of rocks. I work with several basic styles of gas fed fire pits when I design outdoor gardens to enchant my clients. The popularity of fire pits and the fire effects they produce in the garden is one of fastest growing trends in outdoor design. The allure of sitting around a fire ring has been around since the beginning of mankind. Fire provides warmth, light, a cooking source and, of course relaxation. A dancing flame has a mesmerizing affect that encourages you to unwind and settle in. The popularity of fire pits, or conversation pits as they are commonly called, has grown rapidly in recent years. Proper design and construction will ensure a safe and enjoyable feature that will last several decades This fully equipped outdoor kitchen is separate from the rest of the living space, allowing the two areas to be utilized entirely on their own. outdoor kitchens are most efficient when it's zoned into logical uses. your cook space should have plenty of prep space, room to set down utensils and stage ingredients, and a comfortable buffer from the seating island to keep guests protected from the heat.
Nature in the City
Nature in the City
GardenscapesGardenscapes
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
Pergola for Outside Dining - Glenview
Pergola for Outside Dining - Glenview
Glenbrook RemodelingGlenbrook Remodeling
A cost effective pergola was quickly installed to help shade the hot midday sun and create a cozy outside dining area. Photo by: Peter Bradica
The Grgich Family Wood Fired Brick Pizza Oven in California
The Grgich Family Wood Fired Brick Pizza Oven in California
BrickWood OvensBrickWood Ovens
This Bay Area Wood Fired Pizza Oven is the Pride of San Francisco! A Beautiful Oven with a clean stucco finish and nice, tight corners. Excellent Job!!! To see more pictures of this oven (and many more ovens), please visit – BrickWoodOvens.com
Fire Pit
Fire Pit
Eisler LandscapesEisler Landscapes
Not every fire pit project has to break the bank. Unit pavers are a great cost- effective material. They are long lasting, and look great.
concrete spheres
concrete spheres
Impossible ThingsImpossible Things
Address marker wall
Freestanding Fire Pit. Asbury, NJ
Freestanding Fire Pit. Asbury, NJ
Apple Tree Landscapes, Inc.Apple Tree Landscapes, Inc.
Siegel Photography
Landscapes
Landscapes
Elements of NatureElements of Nature
elementsofnature.net
Custom Country Retreat
Custom Country Retreat
ALLtimate Home ImprovementsALLtimate Home Improvements
Derek Wendt

Budget Back 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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