skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
  1. Garden & Outdoor
  2. Patio
  3. Speciality: Fountain

Large Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

All Filters (2)
Refine by:
241 - 260 of 3,209 photos
Item 1 of 3
Inland Orange County Double Water Feature Remodel
Inland Orange County Double Water Feature Remodel
System PaversSystem Pavers
These homeowners had a sloping front yard that needed to be updated. Instead of leveling, we designed a few lovely natural stone veneer steps encased with LED lighting, two natural stone pillars and matching attached walls on either side. For enhanced elegance, we included a front yard water feature with a river runway that carries toward the front of the patio. In the backyard, we created a hybrid patio comprised of pavers and artificial turf that boast an oversized focal point water feature. This water feature was custom designed using the same natural stone veneers showcased in the front yard and a beautiful blue glass detail for increased ambiance.
Fabulous Fountain
Fabulous Fountain
Urbanscapes LLCUrbanscapes LLC
Bullfrog 462 7’ Hot Tub 2012 South Austin / Lakeway
Bullfrog 462 7’ Hot Tub 2012 South Austin / Lakeway
Premiere Hot Tubs & SpasPremiere Hot Tubs & Spas
Bullfrog 462 7’ Hot Tub 2012 South Austin / Lakeway
Tuscan / California
Tuscan / California
ARTOARTO
While ARTO products are made in Los Angeles County, California, we are happy to ship our product worldwide! We work onsite with concrete, terra-cotta and ceramic. We build brick, tile and architectural elements for residential and commercial environments. We pride ourselves on providing perfectly imperfect product that gives a feel of rustic elegance.
Sater Design Collection's 6965 "Monterchi" Home Plan
Sater Design Collection's 6965 "Monterchi" Home Plan
Sater Design Collection, Inc.Sater Design Collection, Inc.
The Sater Design Collection's luxury, Tuscan home plan "Monterchi" (Plan #6965). saterdesign.com
Oakland Hills Residence
Oakland Hills Residence
Miller Landscape ArchitectureMiller Landscape Architecture
Bluestone Naperville
Bluestone Naperville
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Our Best Work
Our Best Work
Conscape Lighting + AudioConscape Lighting + Audio
Pasadena Showcase Water Table and Stream
Pasadena Showcase Water Table and Stream
California WaterscapesCalifornia Waterscapes
Turner Project : Western Outdoor Designs
Turner Project : Western Outdoor Designs
Western Outdoor DesignsWestern Outdoor Designs
Western Pavers, Inc. has been in business for over twenty years. Western Pavers is the Pioneer of all local paver companies in Southern California. Western Pavers has been transforming customers' visions into a reality for decades. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with 100% satisfaction and creating beautiful outdoor living spaces. Western Pavers can provide beautiful designs and take you from conceptual to the completion of your outdoor living project. We are Western Outdoor Designs’ paver specialist department.
MId Century Modern Remodel Addition
MId Century Modern Remodel Addition
Webber + Studio, ArchitectsWebber + Studio, Architects
Casey Dunn Photography
Jacuzzi, Pool, and Grill Backyard
Jacuzzi, Pool, and Grill Backyard
Imagine Backyard LivingImagine Backyard Living
Imagine Backyard Living brings together the top brands in spas and hot tubs, patio furniture, landscaping, accessories and maintenance under one roof to create unique and exceptional environments.
Annandale Freestanding Equinox Adjustable Roof over Patio (Roof Open)
Annandale Freestanding Equinox Adjustable Roof over Patio (Roof Open)
Core Outdoor LivingCore Outdoor Living
Equinox Adjustable Louvered Roofs offer a wide variety of design options to ensure your outdoor living space perfectly compliments the architecture of your home.
Villa Sorrento
Villa Sorrento
Campagna HomesCampagna Homes
Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor Living Spaces
Wallace Landscape AssociatesWallace Landscape Associates
Saratoga Contemporary
Saratoga Contemporary
Design Focus InternationalDesign Focus International
@ Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Spectacular Views
Spectacular Views
The Todd GroupThe Todd Group
Rancho Santa Fe, Lilian Rice, courtyard, row home, field stone succulents, fount
Rancho Santa Fe, Lilian Rice, courtyard, row home, field stone succulents, fount
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
This collaboration with Don Looney architect, incorporated the design build company from start to finish, RSF rubble stone in courtyard, succulents, a large old Oak tree was imported and the Lilian rice architecture was renovated and updated.
Hillcrest Remodel
Hillcrest Remodel
WA Design ArchitectsWA Design Architects
Copyrights: WA design
Bluestone Hinsdale
Bluestone Hinsdale
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

Large 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 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.
13
91011121314151617Next Page
Ireland
Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.