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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.
Contemporary Exterior Remodel - Vancouver Wa
Contemporary Exterior Remodel - Vancouver Wa
Kashas Design | BuildKashas Design | Build
PRIVATE RESIDENCE
PRIVATE RESIDENCE
JAMIE DURIE DESIGNJAMIE DURIE DESIGN
A dream client with a passion for the environment helped make this project one of the most important of my career. Solar powered throughout and featuring a unique selection of water wise plants, it includes a dining pavilion with vertical green wall, banquet table custom-built using seven types of recycled wood, a sunken fire pit, meditation retreat and a pool with an underwater lounge.
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outdoor living
Ocean Builders of S W Florida IncOcean Builders of S W Florida Inc
Ellie Bloom
Tamaya
Tamaya
Shuya Sato - Photographer - Arata Co.,Ltd.Shuya Sato - Photographer - Arata Co.,Ltd.
Tamaya is the old inn. Seki-juku on the old Tokai-do Road (Kameyama City, Mie Prefecture) Photography:Shuya Sato
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.
Shade Sails
Shade Sails
Smart Shade Solutions Inc.Smart Shade Solutions Inc.
These sails where added to this outdoor seating area located on the Miami River to provide shade and allow the area to be used in the summer afternoon Sun.
Aloha Place, Vacation Rental, Keauhou
Aloha Place, Vacation Rental, Keauhou
JM DesignJM Design
Asian Viewing Garden
Asian Viewing Garden
Sallie Hill Design, Landscape ArchitectSallie Hill Design, Landscape Architect
Asian style backyard viewing garden. Boulders and peastone with natural granite bridge, bluestone patio, natural stone bubbler, low voltage lighting and Japanese Maples. - Sallie Hill Design | Landscape Architecture | 339-970-9058 | salliehilldesign.com | photo ©2014 Brian Hill
Brighton at Quail West
Brighton at Quail West
London Bay HomesLondon Bay Homes
The Brighton is a 4 bedroom, 5 and one half bath model home with 6,326 square feet under air featuring a Great Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen with Cafe Area, and Study. The Family Room and Nook open up to the outdoor living area leading to the pool, spa, and Summer Kitchen, allowing for a total square footage of 9,954 square feet. The Master Suite also opens up to a Master Retreat for a cozy outdoor living experience. Fully furnished by Romanza Interior Design, London Bay’s award-winning in-house design studio, the Brighton will feature a Classic American design highlighted by an artful mix of chic and rustic elements and textural fabrics in tonal neutrals. Image © Advanced Photography Specialists
Beautiful Bluestone Patio
Beautiful Bluestone Patio
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Landscape Architect: Stephen Prassas, RLA; Photography: Linda Oyama Bryan
Sustainably Beach Modern
Sustainably Beach Modern
KW DesignsKW Designs
Chipper Hatter Photography
Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Shower
Barker Kappelle Construction, LLCBarker Kappelle Construction, LLC
Patio is mortared flagstone Japanese style
Patio is mortared flagstone Japanese style
Donna Giguere, APLD Landscape DesignDonna Giguere, APLD Landscape Design
This post Mid-Century home has the construction details that work well with the Asian or Pacific Northwest Style. Japanese style plantings and specified stonework carry on the theme. Donna Giguere Landscape Design
Roscoe Village Retreat
Roscoe Village Retreat
Prassas Landscape Studio LLCPrassas Landscape Studio LLC
Photography: Linda Oyama Bryan
Summit Ridge Drive Project
Summit Ridge Drive Project
Cedar Springs Landscape GroupCedar Springs Landscape Group
Cedar Springs Landscape Group is a multiple award-winning landscape design/build firm serving southern Ontario. To learn more about Cedar Springs visit www.cedarsprings.net. For any inquiries please contact us at 905.333.6789. We'd love to hear from you!
San Dimas, Residence
San Dimas, Residence
Alan Dunn Landscape DesignAlan Dunn Landscape Design
Tennis Pavilion
Tennis Pavilion
ZAK ArchitectureZAK Architecture
Front and Back Tenafly Project
Front and Back Tenafly Project
Little Miracles DesignsLittle Miracles Designs

World-Inspired 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.
Contemporary outdoor dining
Contemporary outdoor dining
Innovative DesignsInnovative Designs
Innovative Designs Luxury Home Builders for Discerning Clients 954-921-4318 Ames Design International Architecture Brantley Photography
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