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Modern Front Patio Ideas and Designs

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South Courtyard View
Krueger ArchitectsKrueger Architects
Ulimited Style Photography
The Screen ADU
The Screen ADU
Modern ADU PlansModern ADU Plans
One of our most popular designs, this contemporary twist on a traditional house form has two bedrooms, one bathroom, and comes in at 750 square feet. The spacious “great room” offers vaulted ceilings while the large windows and doors bring in abundant natural light and open up to a private patio. As a single level this is a barrier free ADU that can be ideal for aging-in-place, or as a great rental unit.
AlfrescSLO Living
AlfrescSLO Living
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
photography by Joslyn Amato
VILLAS BY THE SEA
VILLAS BY THE SEA
PAT.PAT.
Facing the sea in Costa Smeralda, this private SPA is part of the huge project of reunification of 5 distinct properties into a single integrated work, designed for the use of a large extended family and their guests. The inner patio is an area of total privacy hidden from outside view. It welcomes 4 emotional showers with different jets, hot and cold water tubs, a Kneipp path, and behind a screen in iroko planks there is the massage bed with Vichy shower.
CTN
CTN
Brengues Le Pavec architectesBrengues Le Pavec architectes
Marie-Caroline Lucat
Remick Bill
Remick Bill
Huettl Landscape ArchitectureHuettl Landscape Architecture
Yerger Residence
Yerger Residence
Chen + Suchart StudioChen + Suchart Studio
Sliding and pocketing doors by Fleetwood enable the interior space of the dining, kitchen, and family room and the exterior space of the balcony to flow as one space capturing the view of Camelback Mountain beyond. This exterior patio extends to the two bedrooms that are also a part of this volume. Bill Timmerman - Timmerman Photography
Pearl 6x12 Pavers
Pearl 6x12 Pavers
USA Marble LLCUSA Marble LLC
Gorgeous driveway with our 6x12 Pearl Marble Pavers. Very elegant and clean look.
Tsunami House, Resilient Design, Camano Island WA
Tsunami House, Resilient Design, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Patio door detail. Photography by Lucas Henning.
FRONT YARD WATER FEATURE
FRONT YARD WATER FEATURE
Roy Altaras Landscape Design and BuildRoy Altaras Landscape Design and Build
Modern Small Orinda Garden
Modern Small Orinda Garden
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Elmhurst, IL. Driveway Extension and Patio Project
Elmhurst, IL. Driveway Extension and Patio Project
Ross and Jack's Landscaping Inc.Ross and Jack's Landscaping Inc.
Modern Fence and Walkway
Modern Fence and Walkway
Finesse, Inc.Finesse, Inc.
The previous year Finesse, Inc. remodeled this home in Monrovia and created the 9-lite window at the entry of the home. After experiencing some intense weather we were called back to build this new entry way. The entry consists of 1/3 covered area and 2/3 area exposed to allow some light to come in. Fabricated using square steel posts and beams with galvanized hangers and Redwood lumber. A steel cap was placed at the front of the entry to really make this Modern home complete. The fence and trash enclosure compliment the curb appeal this home brings. PC: Aaron Gilless
Lafayette Modern Patio & Outdoor Kitchen
Lafayette Modern Patio & Outdoor Kitchen
Leigh DesignsLeigh Designs
Wider view of the patio and screen
Wider view of the patio and screen
Metamorphic DesignMetamorphic Design
French lilac trees planted on either side of the screen will provide further privacy in addition to fragrance and color in the coming years
Beachside Bungalow
Beachside Bungalow
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
This front yard overhaul in Shell Beach, CA included the installation of concrete walkway and patio slabs with Mexican pebble joints, a raised concrete patio and steps for enjoying ocean-side sunset views, a horizontal board ipe privacy screen and gate to create a courtyard with raised steel planters and a custom gas fire pit, landscape lighting, and minimal planting for a modern aesthetic.
囲炉裏のあるテラス
囲炉裏のあるテラス
株式会社 WHALE HOUSE株式会社 WHALE HOUSE
North Beach Garden Apartment
North Beach Garden Apartment
Lundberg DesignLundberg Design
Thomas Kuoh
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
PM-ADPM-AD
Laguna Hillside Home
Laguna Hillside Home
Stratos FormStratos Form
Photo by Aidin Foster Lara

Modern Front 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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