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Resene
Resene
ReseneResene
Dare to be bold in a courtyard With a bit of Mexican sizzle and a dash of California cool, this courtyard is the place to be on those lazy summer days. Black is a go-to colour for garden fences, often as a shadowy backdrop to perimeter planting. In this case, it’s up front and on show in Resene CoolColour All Black – the ultimate colour partner for sizzling turquoise blues and clean greens like Resene Dauntless for the upcycled pallet table, and Resene Ziggurat, Resene Java and Resene Dali for the pots. Throw in some mustard yellow accents in the low Resene Chenin pot and cushions for pops of citrusy warmth. The house wall on the right is Resene Double Truffle, and the concrete pavers have been stained in Resene Bleached Grey from the Resene Concrete Stain range. Just add a cocktail and you’re ready to relax. Styling by Claudia Kozub, photo by Melanie Jenkins.
Pondside
Pondside
LandCrafters, LLCLandCrafters, LLC
Soft LED lighting illuminates the Azek transition deck and the upper dining patio with its views of the pond and lower patio.
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles, California
ShadeFXShadeFX
Turtle Ridge Remodel
Turtle Ridge Remodel
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
This project is located in the Turtle Ridge community near UCI in Irvine. With an existing pool, our goal was to create a Modern inviting space with multiple entertaining areas. The unique areas include a firepit and lounging area at one of the pool with Tuscan styled planting, at the other end is a Modern pass-through fireplace with fire balls and a custom water fountain spilling into the pool. The fireplace wraps around to include a barbecue and bar area with an Ipe wood deck seating lounge. Just off the bar area is a zen garden with custom water features spilling from the gabion walls, a pebble contemplation garden, and bamboo planting. As you pass through the Zen Garden you enter the Tuscan themed entertaining space with corten steel planters, citrus trees, and decomposed granite. A few of the materials included in this project are as follows: Limestone paving, concrete coping,gabion walls, limestone veneer,concrete countertops,custom stainless steel scuppers,1" glass tile veneer, large wood beams,glass rails,ipe wood,rolled pebble and succulent planting. Studio H Landscape Architecture, Inc.
Mammoth Home
Mammoth Home
Cooke FurnitureCooke Furniture
This collection of COOKE furniture and fire pit can be fully customized to suit your site. This arrangement of 84" x 64" Montecito fire pit table, Balboa Lounge Seating, and Bridgeport side table is the perfect combination for a complete outdoor lounge.
Hall Residence
Hall Residence
359 Design359 Design
The vision of the project was to provide a home filled with natural light and blurs the line between indoors and outdoors. The space was designed specifically to accommodate the needs and lifestyle of the client.
Outdoor Entertaining + Living Space
Outdoor Entertaining + Living Space
Home Pro Remodeling, IncHome Pro Remodeling, Inc
Zaviani
Mosaic Tile Walkway
Mosaic Tile Walkway
Unconscious On CanvasUnconscious On Canvas
Ribbon mosaic tile walkway - in progress.
Collette's Cove
Collette's Cove
SALA ArchitectsSALA Architects
Urban Modern - Outdoor Living Room
Urban Modern - Outdoor Living Room
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
Urban Modern's outdoor living is defined by dramatic cantilevered roof forms, pocketing walls of glass, and a dramatic view of iconic Camelback Mountain. https://www.drewettworks.com/urban-modern/ Project Details // Urban Modern Location: Kachina Estates, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Bedbrock Developers Landscape: Berghoff Design Group Interior Designer for development: Est Est Interior Designer + Furnishings: Ownby Design Photography: Mark Boisclair
Gold Coast Luxury Beach House - Decorative Privacy Screens
Gold Coast Luxury Beach House - Decorative Privacy Screens
URBAN METALURBAN METAL
Luxury Gold Coast home in Surfers Paradise which required privacy screens which would look stunning and not block the ocean breeze. To soften the exterior, we custom designed a Silver Birch pattern which has plenty of open area. The screens are LARGE. Much larger than a standard sized panel. Custom sheets were ordered and after laser cutting, were framed to add strength. Installation by Platinum One Interiors.
Full Backyard Remodel
Full Backyard Remodel
Cutting Edge Landscape DesignCutting Edge Landscape Design
La casa con le radici | 180 MQ
La casa con le radici | 180 MQ
studio falùstudio falù
Ⓒ rainer blunk
Country Club Home
Country Club Home
Bloom Concrete & Landscape DesignBloom Concrete & Landscape Design
Front Patio Entry
Natural Stone Garden
Natural Stone Garden
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
The beautiful flowers of Spring Cactus, Rhipsalidopsis, reflect the vivid orange Clivia blossoms.
Malta Street, Highland Park
Malta Street, Highland Park
Weeds Garden Design Build LLCWeeds Garden Design Build LLC
Matte black steel pergola with redwood roof.
Marquis Las Vegas (2009 New American Home)
Marquis Las Vegas (2009 New American Home)
Paul AlvarezPaul Alvarez
Clean and Contemporary Landscape
Clean and Contemporary Landscape
Heynssens + Grassman, Inc.Heynssens + Grassman, Inc.
The weekly glove-clean service includes blowing and raking the bluestone chips, cleaning the furniture, countertops, appliances, window sills, light fixtures and walls, scrubbing algae/moss from the bluestone and stucco surfaces. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan
Shoreline Contemporary
Shoreline Contemporary
RW Anderson HomesRW Anderson Homes
Relaxing in the summer evenings is such a treasure. Doesn't this outdoor space scream tranquility? Whether alone or with family and friends, this setting is perfect for unwinding after a long week.
Inside Out Pool Cabana
Inside Out Pool Cabana
THE UP STUDIOTHE UP STUDIO
Modern Shaded Living Area, Pool Cabana and Outdoor Bar

Contemporary Black 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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