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Urban Outdoor Living
Urban Outdoor Living
Trevor Fulmer DesignTrevor Fulmer Design
To create a colonial outdoor living space, we gut renovated this patio, incorporating heated bluestones, a custom traditional fireplace and bespoke furniture. The space was divided into three distinct zones for cooking, dining, and lounging. Firing up the built-in gas grill or a relaxing by the fireplace, this space brings the inside out.
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home modern guest suite with outdoor terrace
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home modern guest suite with outdoor terrace
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Laurel Way Beverly Hills luxury home modern guest suite with outdoor terrace. Photo by William MacCollum.
Patio Open to Sunroom in Chicago
Patio Open to Sunroom in Chicago
Benvenuti and SteinBenvenuti and Stein
Chicago Lakeview home remodel has a patio that opens to sunroom addition with bifold glass doors. Sunroom connects to indoor pool. The flooring from terrace to sunroom to pool has radiant heat connecting the three spaces. Need help with your home transformation? Call Benvenuti and Stein design build for full service solutions. 847.866.6868. Norman Sizemore-photographer
COMPACT LIVING
COMPACT LIVING
MarvinMarvin
New zoning codes paved the way for building an Accessory Dwelling Unit in this homes Minneapolis location. This new unit allows for independent multi-generational housing within close proximity to a primary residence and serves visiting family, friends, and an occasional Airbnb renter. The strategic use of glass, partitions, and vaulted ceilings create an open and airy interior while keeping the square footage below 400 square feet. Vertical siding and awning windows create a fresh, yet complementary addition. Christopher Strom was recognized in the “Best Contemporary” category in Marvin Architects Challenge 2017. The judges admired the simple addition that is reminiscent of the traditional red barn, yet uses strategic volume and glass to create a dramatic contemporary living space.
Periscope House - Transformational Addition
Periscope House - Transformational Addition
Nicholas Design CollaborativeNicholas Design Collaborative
Forecourt Photo: Van Inwegen Digital Arts
Pacific House
Pacific House
Penman Brown Interior DesignPenman Brown Interior Design
Marin County Shingle Style.
Marin County Shingle Style.
Laura Hunt DesignLaura Hunt Design
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Neglected Sideyard now Useable
Neglected Sideyard now Useable
Hedahl Landscape Deck & PatioHedahl Landscape Deck & Patio
Small paver patio and walkway to deck. Steps access lower backyard synthetic turf.
Hailey Residence
Hailey Residence
Camargo and Associates, Inc.Camargo and Associates, Inc.
Eldorado Springs Native
Eldorado Springs Native
Bri LehmanBri Lehman
A flagstone patio mixing red and buff to blend into the surrounding landscape.
Outdoor Alfresco
Outdoor Alfresco
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
The outdoor area was redesigned to include new low maintenance decking and low maintenance landscaping. Landscaping: Project Artichoke. Outdoor Furniture: Merlino Furniture. Decking: Millboard Enhanced Grain Decking - Copper Oak. Photography: DMax Photography
Modern Victorian
Modern Victorian
Tim Brown ArchitectureTim Brown Architecture
Casey Fry
PBH Colip House
PBH Colip House
PBH DesignPBH Design
Hardscapes in Backyard
Hardscapes in Backyard
Arapahoe Landscape ContractorsArapahoe Landscape Contractors
Mediterranean Courtyard
Mediterranean Courtyard
Prolithic DesignsProlithic Designs
Huntingdon Patio, Pergola & Garage
Huntingdon Patio, Pergola & Garage
Tilghman BuildersTilghman Builders
Our Work
Our Work
Northwest Landscape ManagementNorthwest Landscape Management
2017 - Addition and Full Remodel
2017 - Addition and Full Remodel
Wetmore ConstructionWetmore Construction
Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor Living Spaces
Supreme ScapesSupreme Scapes
Severn River Residence
Severn River Residence
McHale Landscape Design, Inc.McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
Comfortable pool side living

Side 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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