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World-Inspired Black Patio Ideas and Designs

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Riverbend Retreat Outdoor Kitchen Gallery
Riverbend Retreat Outdoor Kitchen Gallery
BBQGuysBBQGuys
The fireplace and chimney even feature a recessed niche for an outdoor TV around which the family can gather for the big game or a serene movie night set against the sound of the flowing river.
OUTDOOR LIVING
OUTDOOR LIVING
PRELUDE LANDSCAPINGPRELUDE LANDSCAPING
Outdoor Private oasis
Designer Show House 2016
Designer Show House 2016
MMDesignsMMDesigns
Filter House
Filter House
Strata Landscape ArchitectureStrata Landscape Architecture
Dual-Level Exterior BBQ Concrete Countertop
Dual-Level Exterior BBQ Concrete Countertop
Alternative ConstructorsAlternative Constructors
Gorgeous beach/tropical styled BBQ kitchen. Dual- Level Exterior BBQ Concrete Countertop. Pour in Place sleek looking concrete countertop. The selected color is an Alternative Constructors custom color: Steel Reserve.
various projects
various projects
zenscapezenscape
curved, stone, stacked wall
Open Water - Southlake, TX
Open Water - Southlake, TX
One Specialty Landscape Design, Pools & HardscapeOne Specialty Landscape Design, Pools & Hardscape
We created this natural swimming pool in Southlake, TX featuring natural rock work and three separate swimming pool areas. The diving pool features a 1"x1" glass tile slide and a rock diving board. The play pool includes four glass tile swim up bar stools and the hot spring inspired spa overlooks the sunken bar area with custom cedar pergola. Swimming pool landscaping, landscape lighting, Olympic-grade underwater speakers, and state of the art pool equipment and pool hydraulics make this pool outstanding.
Bamboo Shower
Bamboo Shower
LeMier Construction, LLCLeMier Construction, LLC
Del Ida Seven
Del Ida Seven
Marc Julien HomesMarc Julien Homes
Covered outdoor patio.
Covered outdoor patio.
COLECCION ALEXANDRACOLECCION ALEXANDRA
COLECCION ALEXANDRA has conceived this Spanish villa as their showcase space - intriguing visitors with possibilities that their entirely bespoke collections of furniture, lighting, fabrics, rugs and accessories presents to specifiers and home owners alike. Project name: ALEXANDRA SHOWHOUSE Interior design by: COLECCION ALEXANDRA Furniture manufactured by: COLECCION ALEXANDRA Photo by: Imagostudio.es
Poolside Patio and Containers
Poolside Patio and Containers
Glenna Partridge Garden DesignGlenna Partridge Garden Design
Copyright 2014 Glenna Partridge
Inspired by a Turtle's Shell
Inspired by a Turtle's Shell
Ecoscape Environmental DesignEcoscape Environmental Design
The backyard of this brick home on University Hill in Boulder was in need of renovation to bring together awkward angles, window wells, and uneven surfaces. This tight space was not inviting and rarely used. The homeowners were inspired by turtle shells and desired bamboo plants for their Asian aesthetic. Clean lines and light creams have replaced the mix-mosh of haphazard stones and unset redstone pavers. Now the space feels intentionally designed and welcoming.
Asian Inspired Courtyard
Asian Inspired Courtyard
Michael Glassman & AssociatesMichael Glassman & Associates
Michael Glassman
Outdoor Pavillion & Trellis - Hummelstown, PA
Outdoor Pavillion & Trellis - Hummelstown, PA
Deimler Family ConstructionDeimler Family Construction
HIROO FLAT House in Urban Setting 02
HIROO FLAT House in Urban Setting 02
株式会社JWA建築・都市設計 Jun Watanabe & Associates株式会社JWA建築・都市設計 Jun Watanabe & Associates
●グッドデザイン賞2011●ファミリーラウンジからつづくテラス・アウトドアリビングです。電動オーニングをつけて、半屋外空間を楽しみます。
Koi Pond
Koi Pond
Creative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & ContractorCreative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & Contractor
Koi pond in between decks. Pergola and decking are redwood. Concrete pillars under the steps for support. There are ample space in between the supporting pillars for koi fish to swim by, provides cover from sunlight and possible predators. Koi pond filtration is located under the wood deck, hidden from sight. The water fall is also a biological filtration (bakki shower). Pond water volume is 5500 gallon. Artificial grass and draught resistant plants were used in this yard.
Tiki Hut, Outdoor Kitchen and Landscaping
Tiki Hut, Outdoor Kitchen and Landscaping
Bamboo Landscaping and Services IncBamboo Landscaping and Services Inc
Mark Dodds
m.a.p. interiors
m.a.p. interiors
SYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORSSYLVIA BEEZ - M.A.P. INTERIORS
Garden walkway along 20 feet high bamboo
Eastern Influence
Eastern Influence
ELA Outdoor LivingELA Outdoor Living
The wooden archway helps give inviting access to the backyard. It frames the accent boulder shown just beyond the granite walkway. Located in Bucks County, PA.
Custom Water Feature in Irvine, CA
Custom Water Feature in Irvine, CA
DC Landscape Design and ConstructionDC Landscape Design and Construction

World-Inspired Black Patio 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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