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Contemporary Patio with Concrete Paving Ideas and Designs

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North Oak Canyon
North Oak Canyon
austin outdoor designaustin outdoor design
This is close up view of the patio, outdoor kitchen and dining area. Complete with floating grill and towel storage space. Photo by Ryann Ford.
Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Covered Patio and Fireplace
Contemporary BBQ Island w/ Covered Patio and Fireplace
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A simple BBQ island w/ adjacent dining counter and deck is a great place to cook, dine, and entertain. BBQ island features a large format porcelain slab, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. A nearby covered patio with dining table w/ fireplace and TV are a great addition to this contemporary backyard.
Yale Ave. Marina Del Rey (2nd)
Yale Ave. Marina Del Rey (2nd)
Creative BuildersCreative Builders
Tomer Benyehuda
Freeport Collection 1-Light 12" Matte Black LED Outdoor Wall Sconce with Frosted
Freeport Collection 1-Light 12" Matte Black LED Outdoor Wall Sconce with Frosted
We Got LitesWe Got Lites
This outdoor wall sconce provides energy savings with transformer free LED technology. Made of durable cast aluminum construction, this series is offered in a hazelnut bronze finish with amber glass, or a matte black finish with frosted glass. May also be used indoors. Measurements and Information: Width 4" Height 12" Extends 5" from the wall 1 Light Accommodates 5 watt-AC LED light bulb (included) Cast aluminum construction Matte black finish Frosted cylinder glass Approved for wet locations
Rose Bay
Rose Bay
Marylou Sobel Interior DesignMarylou Sobel Interior Design
Laguna Altura
Laguna Altura
Lee Ann Marienthal GardensLee Ann Marienthal Gardens
Warm Welcome
Warm Welcome
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
A compact yet comfortable contemporary space designed to create an intimate setting for family and friends.
contemporary southside duplex
contemporary southside duplex
AXIS ProductionsAXIS Productions
Grass and Pavers Backyard Design Ideas
Grass and Pavers Backyard Design Ideas
DPG Pavers and DesignDPG Pavers and Design
Carona Del Mar
Carona Del Mar
Anne Michaelsen DesignAnne Michaelsen Design
Brand New Bachelor
Brand New Bachelor
SoCal ContractorSoCal Contractor
Vue de Catalina
Vue de Catalina
Bianchi DesignBianchi Design
These clients decided to make this home their Catalina Mountain homestead, after living abroad for many years. The prior yard enclosed only a small portion of their available property, and a wall obstructed their city lights view of northern Tucson. We expanded the yard outward to take advantage of the space and to also integrate the topography change into a 360 vanishing edge pool. The home previously had log columns in keeping with a territorial motif. To bring it up to date, concrete cylindrical columns were put in their place, which allowed us to expand the shaded locations throughout the yard in an updated way, as seen by the new retractable canvas shade structures. Constructed by Mike Rowland, you can see how well he pulled off the projects precise detailing of Bianchi's Design. Note the cantilevered concrete steps, the slot of fire in the midst of the spa, the stair treads that don't quite touch the adjacent walls, and the columns that float just above the pool water.
Cruden Street
Cruden Street
James Jones PhotographyJames Jones Photography
Marquette | 2017
Marquette | 2017
Coats HomesCoats Homes
Houston St.
Houston St.
Lyrd InteriorsLyrd Interiors
The Breathing Wall Residence
The Breathing Wall Residence
LIJO.RENY.architectsLIJO.RENY.architects
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Schiff Patio
Schiff Patio
Design PlatformDesign Platform
Modern outdoor patio expansion. Indoor-Outdoor Living and Dining. Poured concrete walls, steel posts, bluestain pine ceilings, skylights, standing seam metal roof, firepit, and modern landscaping. Photo by Jess Blackwell
Schiff Patio
Schiff Patio
Design PlatformDesign Platform
Modern outdoor patio expansion. Indoor-Outdoor Living and Dining. Poured concrete walls, steel posts, bluestain pine ceilings, skylights, standing seam metal roof, firepit, and modern landscaping. Photo by Jess Blackwell
Cosy House
Cosy House
Malone ArchitectureMalone Architecture
Matt Spour Photographer

Contemporary Patio with Concrete 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 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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