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Contemporary Patio with a Pergola Ideas and Designs

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Woodson Loop
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Outdoor Design
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Denice Lachapelle
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Pavers
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Serenity Solis - Brown Jordan Structures
Serenity Solis - Brown Jordan Structures
Structureworks FabricationStructureworks Fabrication
This contemporary aluminum pergola kit design by Brown Jordan Structures offers its exclusive Suncloth fabric providing protection from the suns rays while creating a beautiful outdoor room. A powder coated finish in Titanium and a low maintenance structural aluminum material provides a lifetime of enjoyment and use. Paired with Brown Jordan Furniture, this outdoor dining area is simple yet refined. With this easy to install Serenity-Solis pergola kit you will be ready to enjoy your patio and guests every day. Unique "L" shaped support posts add a charming subtle accent.
Landscape design work at Trilogy model homes
Landscape design work at Trilogy model homes
Nick GageNick Gage
East Sonoma Outdoor Kitchen
East Sonoma Outdoor Kitchen
OutdoraOutdora
Beautifully unique outdoor kitchen on the Eastside of Sonoma. Outdoor Kitchen includes: + LX2 Series 42 inch Built-in Alfresco Grill w/ Rotisserie and Infrared SearZone. + Alfresco VersaPower Cooker + 24 inch Built-in Marvel Outdoor Refrigerator + Twin Eagles Tall Trash Drawer + Twin Eagles 30 inch Triple Drawer and Door Combo + Twin Eagles 24 inch Single Access Door + Twin Eagles 19 inch Triple Storage Drawer + Twin Eagles 30 inch Access Door + Bromic Tungsten Smart-Heat 6000 Watt Electric Heater + Outdoor Dual Duplex Wall Switch Plate and Gang Box Construction by: JKT & Associates Photos by: Theilen Photography
Midtown Meadow
Midtown Meadow
Change of Seasons - Gary KernickChange of Seasons - Gary Kernick
Booran Rd Caulfield Sth
Booran Rd Caulfield Sth
Vitalmark ConstructionsVitalmark Constructions
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House by the Creek
House by the Creek
Studio Outside Landscape ArchitectsStudio Outside Landscape Architects
The House by the Creek is an example of design subtlety, finely executed detailing, and preservation of a riparian corridor. The project sits on a wooded lot in an established Dallas neighborhood bordered by Turtle Creek and a busy four-lane street yet feels serene because of heavy tree cover and the orientation of the home. The project modestly uses high quality materials that blend easily with the landscape: slate from India, Texas limestone, almondrilla wood, stainless steel, and copper. Experience of Tary Arterburn while at mesa. Awards • Texas Chapter ASLA
2006 Honor Award – Constructed Design Residential • National Chapter ASLA
2006 Honor Award – General Design
Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor Spaces
Eagle Luxury PropertiesEagle Luxury Properties
Eagle Luxury Properties
Armada
Armada
Keith Baker Design Inc.Keith Baker Design Inc.
Vince Klassen
Alamo Hillside Modern Home and Pool
Alamo Hillside Modern Home and Pool
Creative EnvironmentsCreative Environments
Peter Koenig Landscape Designer, Gene Radding General Contracting, Creative Environments Swimming Pool Construction
Aberfoyle condo
Aberfoyle condo
oomph design inc.oomph design inc.
oomph design inc
Floating Layers
Floating Layers
Dean Herald-Rolling Stone LandscapesDean Herald-Rolling Stone Landscapes
Rolling Stone Landscapes
Las Lomas Residence
Las Lomas Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Twist Tours Photography
Saratoga Contemporary
Saratoga Contemporary
Design Focus InternationalDesign Focus International
@ Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Outdoor living and kitchen
Outdoor living and kitchen
JelaJela
outdoor kitchen, outdoor living, wood, tiles, porch, veranda
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Modern Mediterranean
Modern Mediterranean
Burkett ArchitectureBurkett Architecture
Terrace Avenue
Terrace Avenue
Burmeister WoodworkBurmeister Woodwork
Reagen Taylor Photography

Contemporary Patio with a Pergola 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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