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Indoor-Outdoor Family Oasis in Costa Mesa
Indoor-Outdoor Family Oasis in Costa Mesa
Craig O'Connell ArchitectureCraig O'Connell Architecture
Beaumount . View of living spaces from patio
Beaumount . View of living spaces from patio
Cook ArchitectsCook Architects
The Garden Room
The Garden Room
Sibil Archer Design ServicesSibil Archer Design Services
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Channel Islands Home
Channel Islands Home
Tom St. Aubyn Photography LtdTom St. Aubyn Photography Ltd
LAFAYETTE | Exterior
LAFAYETTE | Exterior
Joel Contreras DesignJoel Contreras Design
Back gardens
Back gardens
Seiko Construction & Landscaping LtdSeiko Construction & Landscaping Ltd
Primrose Hill
Primrose Hill
Emma O'Connell Garden DesignEmma O'Connell Garden Design
Bespoke wooden circular table and bench built in to retaining wall with cantilevered metal steps.
Backyard Renovation
Backyard Renovation
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Photo credit: www.parkscreative.com
Lazy Heart Ranch | Outdoor Grill
Lazy Heart Ranch | Outdoor Grill
Dovetail ConstructionDovetail Construction
Hazel Mill, Slad
Hazel Mill, Slad
Mike Garlick PhotographyMike Garlick Photography
House shoot on location for Hazel Mill, Slad.
Victorian Dairy Conversion
Victorian Dairy Conversion
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
Chris Snook
Palo Alto 2
Palo Alto 2
Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape ArchitectureRandy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture
Kitchen, dining area and fire feature. Jason Liske photographer
Los Altos Covered Patio
Los Altos Covered Patio
Kikuchi + Kankel Design GroupKikuchi + Kankel Design Group
The homeowners desired an outdoor space that felt more rustic than their refined interior spaces, but still related architecturally to their house. Cement plaster support arbor columns provide enough of visual tie to the existing house exterior. Oversized wood beams and rafter members provide a unique outdoor atmosphere. Structural bolts and hardware were minimized for a cleaner appearance. Structural connections and supports were engineered to meet California's stringent earthquake standards. Ali Atri Photography
M+S: Jacuzzy
M+S: Jacuzzy
Studio 84 InteriorsStudio 84 Interiors
This family-friendly pergola with a Jacuzzi has been designed to reward the senses and bring a relaxed atmosphere. Being in the garden is the favourite activity of our client - a landscape designer - so we have created this special corner where he can appreciate the beauty of his garden while enjoying a warm bath.
Wandsworth
Wandsworth
Emma O'Connell Garden DesignEmma O'Connell Garden Design
Up-lighting so garden can be used and seen in the evening.
Outdoor kitchen in Stockport, Manchester
Outdoor kitchen in Stockport, Manchester
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
The owner of this beautifully reworked garden in Stockport is evidently envisioning entertaining – I’m counting 4 barbeques and 7 distinct seating areas, not counting the edge of the pool. A proper party pad, perfect for hosting a crowd of friends, half the neighbourhood, or possibly for awkward family gatherings where opposing factions need keeping at opposite ends of the garden! Maybe the setting would settle any disputes, though; immaculate lawns and mature borders make the garden a delightful place to be. Artful zoning and good taste combine to create an Insta-worthy outdoor-lifestyle dream.
Luxurious Brentwood Home
Luxurious Brentwood Home
Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Master bedroom's private outdoor seating with linear fire pit and herb garden.
Garden for Coco
Garden for Coco
Barbara Samitier GardensBarbara Samitier Gardens
Alexandra Davies Photography
Broadway Textured & Two Pack
Broadway Textured & Two Pack
Let's Talk Kitchens & InteriorsLet's Talk Kitchens & Interiors
This contemporary alfresco kitchen is small in footprint but it is big on features including a woodfired oven, built in Electrolux barbecue, a hidden undermount rangehood, sink, Fisher & Paykel dishdrawer dishwasher and a 30 Litre pull-out bin. Featuring cabinetry 2-pack painted in Colorbond 'Wallaby' and natural granite tops in leather finished 'Zimbabwe Black', paired with the raw finished concrete this alfresco oozes relaxed style. The homeowners love entertaining their friends and family in this space. Photography By: Tim Turner

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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