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Modern Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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West Hollywood - ADU
West Hollywood - ADU
Luxe RemodelLuxe Remodel
Modern Residence
Modern Residence
Taylor Lombardo ArchitectsTaylor Lombardo Architects
Adrian Gregorutti
Montlake Backyard Office
Montlake Backyard Office
FivedotFivedot
This small project in the Portage Bay neighborhood of Seattle replaced an existing garage with a functional living room. Tucked behind the owner’s traditional bungalow, this modern room provides a retreat from the house and activates the outdoor space between the two buildings. The project houses a small home office as well as an area for watching TV and sitting by the fireplace. In the summer, both doors open to take advantage of the surrounding deck and patio. Photographs by Nataworry Photography
Rove
Rove
The Ranch MineThe Ranch Mine
Photos by Roehner + Ryan
Backyard Oasis: Patio + Deck
Backyard Oasis: Patio + Deck
Little LandscapesLittle Landscapes
This backyard was transformed into a space for the whole family to enjoy. With modern colours and creative design details like a Unilock Umbriano accent boarder, it all comes together to create an inviting, livable outdoor space. Patio: Unilock Umbriano EnduraColor in 'Winter Marvel' 24"x24" Border / Accent: Unilock Umbriano EnduraColor 'Winter Marvel' 12"x24" with Unilock Copthorne 'Basalt' Carpentry Materials: Western Red Cedar Lighting: In-Lite Photographed by: Larissa Issler
Madrone Ridgea
Madrone Ridgea
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
Ann Lowengart Interiors collaborated with Field Architecture and Dowbuilt on this dramatic Sonoma residence featuring three copper-clad pavilions connected by glass breezeways. The copper and red cedar siding echo the red bark of the Madrone trees, blending the built world with the natural world of the ridge-top compound. Retractable walls and limestone floors that extend outside to limestone pavers merge the interiors with the landscape. To complement the modernist architecture and the client's contemporary art collection, we selected and installed modern and artisanal furnishings in organic textures and an earthy color palette.
Probert Patio
Probert Patio
HouseHomeHouseHome
I was invited to style this patio which has views of the world-famous Red Rocks Amphitheater! It is a home in a modern mediterranean neighborhood, so my client wanted to still keep a bit of that vibe while adding modern touches. We are both very happy with the results!
Premium Patio Enclosures, Retractable Screens & Doors
Premium Patio Enclosures, Retractable Screens & Doors
Phantom ScreensPhantom Screens
Catelli's
Catelli's
UserUser
Drew Kelly
Unit Renovation on small budget- 2013
Unit Renovation on small budget- 2013
H and G DesignsH and G Designs
Courtyard renovation. Deck was installed and privacy screens around. Vertical garden and built in bench seats. H and G Designs
Winter Residence Remodel
Winter Residence Remodel
Ibarra Rosano Design ArchitectsIbarra Rosano Design Architects
photo: bill timmerman
スキップフロアの中央に土間ホール
スキップフロアの中央に土間ホール
株式会社　建築工房DADA株式会社　建築工房DADA
建物の中央に吹き抜けをもった土間ホールを計画し、半屋外空間として利用できるように計画。 建築工房DADA
Park Slope Roof Terrace
Park Slope Roof Terrace
Trinity Building Inc.Trinity Building Inc.
-Tiles installed on steel members, with special adhesive
Modern House
Modern House
Element Design GroupElement Design Group
Modern Makeover
Modern Makeover
Peter Vincent ArchitectsPeter Vincent Architects
Olivier Koning
PATIO DECK OUTDOOR - roller blinds, outdoor curtains, solar shades,
PATIO DECK OUTDOOR - roller blinds, outdoor curtains, solar shades,
Windows Dressed UpWindows Dressed Up
Hunter Douglas Designer Custom Screen Shades are great patio ideas. These roller shades are made of a solar mesh material that will withstand the elements and can be motorized blinds with PowerView motors. This Patio - Sunroom Project looks at some patio ideas and sunroom designs that will include window treatments for sliding glass doors, french doors, roller shades and solar shades. Outdoor curtains, blinds and shades can be made of solar fabric mesh material that will withstand the elements. Windows Dressed Up window treatment store featuring custom blinds, shutters, shades, drapes, curtains, valances and bedding in Denver services the metro area, including Parker, Castle Rock, Boulder, Evergreen, Broomfield, Lakewood, Aurora, Thornton, Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Arvada, Golden, Westminster, Lone Tree, Greenwood Village, Wheat Ridge. Come in and talk to a Certified Interior Designer and select from over 3,000 designer fabrics in every color, style, texture and pattern. See more custom window treatment ideas on our website. www.windowsdressedup.com.
Privacy Solution with Artificial Hedge Panels from GreenSmart
Privacy Solution with Artificial Hedge Panels from GreenSmart
GreenSmartDecorGreenSmartDecor
Add a bit of green to your outdoor area with Greensmart Decor. With artificial leaf panels, we've eliminated the maintenance and water consumption upkeep for real foliage. Our high-quality, weather resistant panels are the perfect privacy solution for your backyard, patio, deck or balcony.
Newport Beach Residence
Newport Beach Residence
Paul Davis ArchitectsPaul Davis Architects
Photograph by Art Gray
Modern Patio
Modern Patio
Gramercy Townhouse
Gramercy Townhouse
Michael Haverland ArchitectMichael Haverland Architect
David Paler

Modern Courtyard 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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