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Patio with Decomposed Granite Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.
Outdoor Living by McCarthy Custom Homes
Hunting for Perfection
Hunting for Perfection
Hobbs' Ink, LLCHobbs' Ink, LLC
Kurt Forschen of Twist Tours Photography
Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds
Budget Blinds of AjaxBudget Blinds of Ajax
Arlington
Arlington
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
This riverfront property received a major facelift while keeping with the traditional style of the home. Working between an existing bulkhead and a covered patio off the back of the house, we incorporated various design elements to add plenty of "rooms" for the homeowners to entertain in. The linear pool features an elevated inset spa, with infinity edge. The pool deck, landing, and cabana floor are travertine. Brick stairs and walls match the existing brick from the property. A linear fire pit sits in a sunken gravel patio, to create a more intimate space and soften the feel of the hardscape surround. Raised planters break up space and add a bright pop of color, encouraging butterflies and birds to visit often. Photo by Josh Mauser
Renson
Renson
Suntanium Shading Products, LLCSuntanium Shading Products, LLC
Vati Yoga Shala
Vati Yoga Shala
Colin Groth BuildersColin Groth Builders
Photo credit: Josh Speidel
Outdoor living spaces - Outdoor kitchens & bars - Executive Landscape Northville
Outdoor living spaces - Outdoor kitchens & bars - Executive Landscape Northville
Executive LandscapeExecutive Landscape
An outdoor kitchen and bar with built in stand alone Weber grill, mini fridge,and cubby hole, granite top all wrapped in led lighting. A true back yard destination
Colorful Outdoor Living in Glenview
Colorful Outdoor Living in Glenview
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
A decomposed bluestone bed feels is informal and welcoming, and can be a cost-efficient patio alternative. Photo by Russell Jenkins.
West Loveland Landscape
West Loveland Landscape
Breaking GroundBreaking Ground
Ryan Corrigan
Jacksonville Beach Contemporary Backyard
Jacksonville Beach Contemporary Backyard
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
With a fully loaded outdoor kitchen, sleek spa with a cozy patio and linear gas fire pit, raised garden, and an industrial corten steel fire pit big enough for hog roasts, this yard has it all! The homeowners wanted a space where they can entertain all of their friends, so we gave them a large outdoor kitchen made entirely of glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) including the "wood" posts. There is space to sit and share a meal, a Perlick kegerator, an oversized Lynx grill adjacent to a Big Green Egg, a trash chute, and a sink. Peacock Pavers stepping stones lead to a patio with a custom GFRC spa surround framed by a minimalist wood pergola. The homeowners can relax on the double lounge chair while enjoying the warm glow of the wood-look GFRC fire pit. A gravel patio makes the perfect space for a large custom fabricated corten fire pit, complete with a removable grilling surface to easily switch from enjoying a bonfire to roasting dinner. The space is finished off by low maintenance landscaping. Photo by Craig O'Neal
Claremont - Master Patio
Claremont - Master Patio
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Ranch Home Remodel
Ranch Home Remodel
Kim Kenney, Allied ASIDKim Kenney, Allied ASID
This relaxing outdoor sitting area is framed by beautiful sunsets. The furniture finishes compliment the architectural elements of the home while the slate table top
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Hilltop Residence
Hilltop Residence
Bloom Concrete & Landscape DesignBloom Concrete & Landscape Design
Design by Lauren Bloom
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Courtyard w/ Fire Pit
Courtyard w/ Fire Pit
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
Littorinahavet 7
Littorinahavet 7
Skälsö ArkitekterSkälsö Arkitekter
Outdoor Living in Orange County
Outdoor Living in Orange County
TRU Landscape ServicesTRU Landscape Services
Punto Robles
Punto Robles
Lori Dennis, Inc.Lori Dennis, Inc.
Construction by: SoCal Contractor Interior Design by: Lori Dennis Inc Photography by: Roy Yerushalmi
El Paso Far Eastside Oasis
El Paso Far Eastside Oasis
GO Designs Inc.GO Designs Inc.
Its all about family...This east side backyard transformation began with a recommendation from our previous clients. This design build plan began with the family in mind! A place to have picnics, learn about flowers, enjoy family pets, vegetable gardening, bird watching and an outdoor living space for friends and family to get together for those special everyday occasions! Mission accomplished, phase 1.

Patio with Decomposed Granite 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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