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Patio with a Water Feature and Concrete Paving Ideas and Designs

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2022-12
2022-12
Artistic Pool/Spa Inc.Artistic Pool/Spa Inc.
This home has a small courtyard off of the side of the house. We put a little fountain right in the center. Just outside of the courtyard there is room for a sitting area in front of the custom fireplace. Artistic pavers were used to match the decking around the pool.
Riverside Hills – Geometric Pavers, Curving Walkways & Patios - View 14
Riverside Hills – Geometric Pavers, Curving Walkways & Patios - View 14
Go PaversGo Pavers
PHOTOGRAPHER: James Henderson
Mosaic Detail
Mosaic Detail
Hughes LandscapingHughes Landscaping
"Large Pebble" mosaic rransition area between formal and informal patios. Photo Credit: Joe Schaeffer
Berkeley Modern Whole House Remodel
Berkeley Modern Whole House Remodel
Jetton Construction, Inc.Jetton Construction, Inc.
Near Outdoor Audio 70V
Near Outdoor Audio 70V
ADC Audio Visual Inc.ADC Audio Visual Inc.
Patio
Patio
Antarya DesignAntarya Design
Domanico Project
Domanico Project
Custom Design GroupCustom Design Group
This elegant patio area replaced a grassy area between the deck and the out building that was a worn path in the grass. The custom-designed and built pergola is true 2x rough-sawn cedar. The support posts are anchored by pillars on all four corners with wings off the front for seating and to give a courtyard effect. Across the rear is an elevated planter that will have a waterfall fountain.
Los Feliz Modern Front Yard & Backyard
Los Feliz Modern Front Yard & Backyard
Alan Dunn Landscape DesignAlan Dunn Landscape Design
Palatine Potomac Residence
Palatine Potomac Residence
Land & Water DesignLand & Water Design
A Backyard Resort with a freeform saltwater pool as the focal point, a spa provides a spot to relax. A large raised waterfall spills into the pool, appearing to flow from the koi pond above. We extended a streambed to flow from behind the outdoor kitchen, all the way to the patio, to spill into the koi pond. A Sports Court at one end of the yard with putting greens meander throughout the landscape and the water features. A curved outdoor kitchen with a large Viking grill with a warming drawer to the sink and outdoor refrigeration. A Pavilion with large roof and columns unite the landscape with the home while creating an outdoor living room with a stone fireplace along the back wall, while still allowing views of the yard beyond.
Summer Classics
Summer Classics
Seville HomeSeville Home
Products are available in our expansive gallery. Visit Seville Home today!
Ranch to Modern in Carlsbad
Ranch to Modern in Carlsbad
Caroline Dooley ArchitectsCaroline Dooley Architects
Lafayette Modern Patio & Outdoor Kitchen
Lafayette Modern Patio & Outdoor Kitchen
Leigh DesignsLeigh Designs
Outdoor Seating Area
Outdoor Seating Area
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
French Villa features an outdoor patio space that consists of comfy patio seating for seven in black iron sofas and chairs with cream cushions. Decorated with black and white throw pillows and two coffee tables centers the space. A built-in fireplace acts as the focal point of the space. A freestanding console table sits behind the seating area for added decor & storage.
Midtown Mobile Classical Revival Restoration
Midtown Mobile Classical Revival Restoration
Pete J. Vallas, A.I.A., ArchitectPete J. Vallas, A.I.A., Architect
The 9'-0" ceilings of the original two story shiplap sided house did not stop Vallas from raising the ceilings in the single story painted brick wing to 11'-4". The head height of the French doors is cleverly aligned with the top of the existing windows so as not to overpower them. .
Aspen Small Yard Living
Aspen Small Yard Living
Your Space By DesignYour Space By Design
Katherine Kinch
Intrigue @ Greer Ranch | Surprise, AZ | 4093 - Discover Plan
Intrigue @ Greer Ranch | Surprise, AZ | 4093 - Discover Plan
Shea Homes - ArizonaShea Homes - Arizona
Mansion in May, Showhouse, NJ
Mansion in May, Showhouse, NJ
Melone Cloughen InteriorsMelone Cloughen Interiors
Modern Bend, OR Home
Modern Bend, OR Home
Karen Smuland Architect, LLCKaren Smuland Architect, LLC
Christian Heeb
Perry Residence
Perry Residence
Platinum Landscape & PoolsPlatinum Landscape & Pools
This lower patio features a raised stainless steel hot tub/jacuzzi and Belgard Mega Arbel pavers, made to look like a natural flagstone. The pavers were laid over the top of an existing concrete patio and totally changed the look and feel of this lower patio. Seat walls provide a nice barrier and allowed for thick plantings of perennials and trees. Low voltage lighting is hidden underneath the paver wall caps. Photo Credit: Platinum Landscape
Port Sheffield Home
Port Sheffield Home
William Guidero Planning and DesignWilliam Guidero Planning and Design

Patio with a Water Feature and Concrete Paving 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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