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Kalorama Penthouse
Kalorama Penthouse
DANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & CambridgeDANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & Cambridge
White metal framed seating with gray cushions and turquoise blue throw pillows placed around a fire pit form the entertainment area on the patio. A white dining table set forms the patio's dining area. The patio is surrounded by white outdoor curtains to facilitate privacy. Stacy Zarin Goldberg Photography Project designed by Boston interior design studio Dane Austin Design. They serve Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Cohasset, Newton, Weston, Lexington, Concord, Dover, Andover, Gloucester, as well as surrounding areas. For more about Dane Austin Design, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/kalorama-penthouse
Bellevue Backyard Renovation
Bellevue Backyard Renovation
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Our client desired a large, multi-room patio space for entertaining along the entire back facade of their home. Three distinct rooms were created with the use of custom paving designs and large scale raised planters. The patio accommodates a fire pit seating area, a dining area and a comfortable seating area. The space is spacious enough to host a large group of people, yet each area is intimate enough for a small group. Plantings were designed to enhance the color and texture to the existing yard. Outdoor lighting adds just enough light for ambiance and to illuminate steps. Photos by William Wright Photography
Shady Lane
Shady Lane
UserUser
As long as weather permits, there is no greater pleasure on Earth than an outdoor shower. Photo: Christopher Stark
Railroad District
Railroad District
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
AYANA HOUSE
AYANA HOUSE
The DesignoryThe Designory
Photographer: Tom Ferguson
Charming Cottage Courtyard
Charming Cottage Courtyard
Garden Nest Residential LandscapeGarden Nest Residential Landscape
Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
C-Stamped Concrete Patio
C-Stamped Concrete Patio
HaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and DecksHaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and Decks
Stamped concrete patio with fieldstone pattern, the darker gray border, and the curves makes this patio look amazing.
Heathcote
Heathcote
Fig LandscapesFig Landscapes
Photos by Jessie Ann
Small Space Chicago Landscape
Small Space Chicago Landscape
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
Harvest Brown natural sandstone pavers with a clay brick soldier course.
Sunset Hill Outdoor Living
Sunset Hill Outdoor Living
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
This backyard was in need of modernization. The homeowners had previously commissioned a design, but it did not fit into their budget. Urban Oasis revised the plan and buy simplifying and reusing existing materials, were able to meet the client's budget and design goals. The end result is a clean, modern patio with several different spaces in which to enjoy the yard. Corten steel planter boxes add to the ambiance of the patio, separating the areas and creating the perfect spot for vegetable gardening.
Toronto Design Modern House Interior
Toronto Design Modern House Interior
Bananarch Design StudioBananarch Design Studio
21 Wilkes Street
21 Wilkes Street
Mackenzie Wheeler Architects & DesignersMackenzie Wheeler Architects & Designers
Photo by Marianne Majerus
Lagom Residence
Lagom Residence
CB Architecture + DesignCB Architecture + Design
Eric Rorer
Belgard Design Gallery
Belgard Design Gallery
John Madison Landscape Inc.John Madison Landscape Inc.
Fire Features
Fire Features
Artistic Landscape DesignsArtistic Landscape Designs
Mediterranean Estate
Mediterranean Estate
Robert Raymond Homes, LtdRobert Raymond Homes, Ltd
Techo-Bloc Product Gallery
Techo-Bloc Product Gallery
Elkton SupplyElkton Supply
Joe and family
Joe and family
Renz LandscapesRenz Landscapes
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Lattanzio LandscapesLattanzio Landscapes
Patio Doors
Patio Doors
A-1 GlassA-1 Glass

Patio with 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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