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Coastal Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Beach Haven, NJ
Beach Haven, NJ
KHE Construction CorporationKHE Construction Corporation
The outside of a beach house is just as important as the interior. If done correctly, the home will seem twice as big because the usable space will indeed be doubled. Photos by Graphicus 14. Landscaping/Hardscaping by Kline Brothers.
Saugatuck Island
Saugatuck Island
Barbara Wilson Landscape Architect, LLCBarbara Wilson Landscape Architect, LLC
Custom colored Luna Fountain (urn) with matching bench set on granite pavers with gravel mulch. Photo taken by Barbara Wilson, RLA A small residential, seaside property located on Saugatuck Island in Wesport was rebuilt after devastating damage by a hurricane. All that remained from the original property was the pool and pool terrace. The house was raised approximately 5 feet to meet new FEMA codes and rebuilt under the design team of the owner, a well-known interior designer. Barbara was part of the landscape architectural team that helped create a sense of place for the new house. The landscape design included the addition of new walls and steps to the front door, new custom fencing surrounding the pool, an outdoor shower, landscape lighting, a custom fountain in the back yard, a sandbox (used as a relief area for the dog) and all new plantings. She coordinating obtaining bids and then supervised installation of the project.
Coastal Sanctuary Torquay
Coastal Sanctuary Torquay
DE atelier ArchitectsDE atelier Architects
Spa fully recessed into timber deck within the private courtyard.
Houzz of Design 2014
Houzz of Design 2014
Ana Maria DesignsAna Maria Designs
WaterColor, Cinnamon Fern
WaterColor, Cinnamon Fern
Anthony J. ValléeAnthony J. Vallée
This patio is sure to become a favorite gathering space for friends and family. An outdoor firepit provides warmth on cool winter nights. Comfortable outdoor chairs and a two-level porch provide ample seating and entertainment space. The large swimming pool is a fun place to splash around in during the day and a calming focal point at night.
Elevated swiming
Elevated swiming
Skale Building DesignSkale Building Design
The entry to the home captures the initial theme of water and reflection. A water garden is created with a chill out zone. The elevated water garden mimicks the elevated swimming pool offering seamless intergation with the Pacific ocean. The pool is finished off with blue stone tiles to create a dark reflection pool.
The Fountain
The Fountain
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A Spanish style covered front porch features a unique Spanish tile fountain, smooth stucco garden walls, and drought tolerant landscaping.
Noosaville
Noosaville
Civic Steel HomesCivic Steel Homes
Avalon Bay Front
Avalon Bay Front
Holliday ArchitectsHolliday Architects
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Artesian Pool ConstructionArtesian Pool Construction
outdoor living Stone Harbor bay front
outdoor living Stone Harbor bay front
E.R.Dietz MasonryE.R.Dietz Masonry
Lakeside retreat - interior and exterior renovation
Lakeside retreat - interior and exterior renovation
Jonathan McGrath Construction, LLCJonathan McGrath Construction, LLC
Since 1984, Jonathan McGrath Construction, a design build custom builder and remodeling company has provided solutions for their client's building needs in the Central Florida area. Jack McGrath, State Certified Building Contractor, applies his extensive custom building and remodeling expertise, creative design concepts and passion for transformation to every project and has earned a reputation for being a true remodeling specialist and custom home builder. Recognized for excellence in the building industry, Jonathan McGrath Construction, has been the recipient of multiple Parade of Homes, MAME and Chrysalis awards. They also received the prestigious ‘Big 50′ Award from Remodeling Magazine for their outstanding business expertise, exemplary customer services and their ability to stand as a dynamic company role model for the building and remodeling industry. In addition, the company has won numerous other local and national awards. The company supports their local, state and national building association. Marion McGrath served as the 2011 President of the Home Builder's Association of Orlando (HBA) now known as the Orlando Builder's Association (GOBA). She was the second woman and remodeler to serve as President in the association's 60 year history.
Pool Cabana Hainsport, NJ
Pool Cabana Hainsport, NJ
Elite RenovatorsElite Renovators
The picture is of a cabana we built in Hainsport, NJ. It has 3 dimensional roof shingles, Azek posts, granite countertops and stucco siding.
A place to enjoy the garden
A place to enjoy the garden
UserUser
Afternoon tea on a terrace overlooking the garden and the coast, Torbay, South Devon. Photo styling Jan Cadle, Colin Cadle Photography
The Porch
The Porch
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A Spanish style covered front porch features a unique Spanish tile fountain, smooth stucco garden walls, and drought tolerant landscaping.
Exterior Work
Exterior Work
The Woodshop Inc.The Woodshop Inc.
The Woodshop
Elevated swiming
Elevated swiming
Skale Building DesignSkale Building Design
The entry to the home captures the initial theme of water and reflection. A water garden is created with a chill out zone. The elevated water garden mimicks the elevated swimming pool offering seamless intergation with the Pacific ocean. The pool is finished off with blue stone tiles to create a dark reflection pool.
Ocean Ln.
Ocean Ln.
Seaside Design Build LLCSeaside Design Build LLC
Roof Top Deck
Beach Style Patio
Beach Style Patio
Casa Blanca, Las Catalinas, Costa Rica
Casa Blanca, Las Catalinas, Costa Rica
UserUser
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Coastal Patio with a Water Feature 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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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