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Patio with Gravel and No Cover Ideas and Designs

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Patio and fire pit garden
Patio and fire pit garden
Susan Els Garden & Landscape DesignSusan Els Garden & Landscape Design
Seneca Residence
Seneca Residence
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
The informal seating area in the front yard invites the gardener to rest in vibrant Blu Dot 'Hot Mesh' furniture amidst lush columnar apple trees, ceramic pots, and custom sculptural Corten steel beds hosting vegetables and dwarf blueberry shrubs. A seatwall clad in 'Mt. Moriah' ledge stone contains the space, punctuated by a large 'Windsor' boulder with native Polypodium californicum ferns at its feet. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.
Canopy-Shaded Dining and Display Space
Canopy-Shaded Dining and Display Space
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
The series of outdoor rooms welcomes use of the entire garden and entices exploration.
Wayzata Cape Dutch
Wayzata Cape Dutch
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Interior Design: Lucy Interior Design | Builder: Detail Homes | Landscape Architecture: TOPO | Photography: Spacecrafting
Inviting Patio Spaces
Inviting Patio Spaces
Exscape DesignsExscape Designs
Urban Oasis, Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.
Urban Oasis, Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.
Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.
There is perhaps nothing more charming than an elegant old home in historic southern neighborhood. Our mission was to make this one modern-day livable while keeping the home's historic personality. It was in many ways a blank slate, as it was being completely renovated. It was small inside, but instead of adding indoor space, the client wanted outdoor spaces where he could live, relax, and entertain. The design played off the old world limestone and included connecting the garage to the home by creating a covered living area. Limestone walls and an Alabama blue fireplace gives the space structure while the reflecting pool and gravel patio added a subtle touch of glamor. The boxwoods create clean lines, while the hydrangeas contrasted those with structured chaos. The entry courtyard and front porch offer additional spots where the client unwinds at the end of the day in his lush, personal urban oasis.
Weekend In The Country
Weekend In The Country
Louis Fusco Landscape ArchitectsLouis Fusco Landscape Architects
Out door Entertainment Area
Custom Pool with Deck Jets
Custom Pool with Deck Jets
Mallette Landscaping & Pools OTTAWAMallette Landscaping & Pools OTTAWA
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Monarch Beach
Monarch Beach
M. Elle DesignM. Elle Design
Elegant Country Estate
Elegant Country Estate
Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.
Bohemian Sanctuary
Bohemian Sanctuary
Katie Leede & Company StudioKatie Leede & Company Studio
Green on green gardens make me happy!
Dillon
Dillon
The CousinsThe Cousins
The new backyard is perfect for entertaining large groups, hosting intimate dinners, or relaxing. Birdhouses and plants line the new space and a pergola shades a table for al fresco dining. A pass-through into the basement allows guests to pull a stool right up to the bar.
Palm Springs 18
Palm Springs 18
digs inside & outdigs inside & out
extension of pool area with a fire pit and comfortable , colorful seating. great outdoor lighting.
Midcentury Patio
Midcentury Patio
Gallery
Gallery
Acclaim Home ServicesAcclaim Home Services
Sunset Square
Sunset Square
Hommes and GardensHommes and Gardens
Hunters Farmhouse
Hunters Farmhouse
Younger HomesYounger Homes
Tetherow Custom 1
Tetherow Custom 1
Likens DesignLikens Design

Patio with Gravel and No Cover 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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