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Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Thomas Lee Fisher LandscapingThomas Lee Fisher Landscaping
Mirror Lake - Arbors, Gazebos, and Outdoor Kitchens
Mirror Lake - Arbors, Gazebos, and Outdoor Kitchens
Mirror Lake DesignsMirror Lake Designs
Daniel Kelly Photography
WAYCOOL Modern & Contemporary EXteriors
WAYCOOL Modern & Contemporary EXteriors
20-20 Custom Homes, by Pinnacle Builders of Texas20-20 Custom Homes, by Pinnacle Builders of Texas
Sandy Springs, GA.
Sandy Springs, GA.
ARNOLD Masonry & LandscapeARNOLD Masonry & Landscape
This is one of our most recent all inclusive hardscape and landscape projects completed for wonderful clients in Sandy Springs / North Atlanta, GA. Project consisted of completely stripping backyard and creating a clean pallet for new stone and boulder retaining walls, a firepit and stone masonry bench seating area, an amazing flagstone patio area which also included an outdoor stone kitchen and custom chimney along with a cedar pavilion. Stone and pebble pathways with incredible night lighting. Landscape included an incredible array of plant and tree species , new sod and irrigation and potted plant installations. Our professional photos will display this project much better than words can. Contact us for your next hardscape, masonry and landscape project. Allow us to create your place of peace and outdoor oasis! http://www.arnoldmasonryandlandscape.com/ All photos and project and property of ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape. All rights reserved © Mark Najjar- All Rights Reserved ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape ©
Summit Signature Homes, Inc.
Summit Signature Homes, Inc.
Beechen & Dill HomesBeechen & Dill Homes
A custom home builder in Chicago's western suburbs, Summit Signature Homes, ushers in a new era of residential construction. With an eye on superb design and value, industry-leading practices and superior customer service, Summit stands alone. Custom-built homes in Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, Western Springs, and other western suburbs.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Sunset Construction & DesignSunset Construction & Design
Sunset Construction and Design specializes in creating residential patio retreats, outdoor kitchens with fireplaces and luxurious outdoor living rooms. Our design-build service can turn an ordinary back yard into a natural extension of your home giving you a whole new dimension for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. If you’re interested in converting a boring back yard or starting from scratch in a new home, look us up! A great patio and outdoor living area can easily be yours. Greg, Sunset Construction & Design in Fresno, CA.
Gas Fire Table with Outdoor Furniture
Gas Fire Table with Outdoor Furniture
All Backyard FunAll Backyard Fun
Oriflamme fire table with Hammered Copper table top option. Can be used with either propane or natural gas option. Each Oriflamme fire table includes metal lid, glass, and propane tank. Pictured with our marine-grade polymer chocolate brown swivel rocker and super comfy Sunbrella fabric cushions. 20 year warranty on our club chairs.
Orono Artistic Landscape
Orono Artistic Landscape
Stonepocket Unique LandscapesStonepocket Unique Landscapes
Hand hammered copper fire table supported by New York Granite. Irregular full-color bluestone radiates out from fire-pit. Handmade concrete container is on the left. Photo by Tim Heelan
New French Country
New French Country
Kyle Hunt & Partners, IncorporatedKyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated
James Kruger, LandMark Photography Interior Design: Martha O'Hara Interiors Architect: Sharratt Design & Company
Backyard Renovation
Backyard Renovation
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Photo credit: www.parkscreative.com
Rural House, Lancashire by Barnes Walker Landscape Architects, Manchester
Rural House, Lancashire by Barnes Walker Landscape Architects, Manchester
Barnes Walker Ltd - Landscape ArchitectsBarnes Walker Ltd - Landscape Architects
Barnes Walker Ltd Lots of comments about this project of ours and it's been included in so many ideabooks! Thank you. To answer a few questions: Yes, the cows are real. The paving is all natural stone, we used different types of natural sandstone in various unit sizes to create the effects and organisation of space. The aim of the design was to create a sunken garden leading out from the basement. The garden was to be a secluded, comfortable outdoor room and not simply a 'lightwell'. The surrounding landscape is very flat and the winds can be harsh. This layout offers the homeowners shelter.
Outdoor Living Area with Pool
Outdoor Living Area with Pool
Capital Renovations GroupCapital Renovations Group
Photography by Ken Vaughn
Wilson Property
Wilson Property
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Craftsman Patio
Craftsman Patio
Bath Seating area
Bath Seating area
Land Creations Landscaping Inc.Land Creations Landscaping Inc.
Jeff Rak
Mountain Retreat
Mountain Retreat
Yellowstone TraditionsYellowstone Traditions
MillerRoodell Architects // Benjamin Benschneider Photography
Detached Structures
Detached Structures
Liberty Hill ConstructionLiberty Hill Construction
Patios
Patios
Evolving Environments, LLCEvolving Environments, LLC
Borgert BrukStone pavers, circle and matching irregular patio, rear entry, spiral stairway landing and bubbling boulder.
Jansen Residence
Jansen Residence
LaCantina DoorsLaCantina Doors
Circular Flagstone Patio on Steeply Sloped Backyard
Circular Flagstone Patio on Steeply Sloped Backyard
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
We carved out a sunny stone patio using flagstone and fieldstone on this wooded slope in a suburban backyard. Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.

Large 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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