Five months after install, we have nearly complete coverage by silver carpet (Dymondia margaretae). Very pleased how fast and flushed this came through. Looking forward to experimenting more with the possibilities. We also built the custom garden beds around the patio to provide non-compacted growing space for the client.

Rehabilitación en Noutigos, Carnota

dom arquitectura

Victor Solís

Small Patio Spaces

Marilyn's Garden Design

small patio garden entry Design and Photography Marilyn Guidroz

the tennessee flagstone

J&A Stone Work

natural tennessee flagstone , will go with just about any color of the house or give you the nice and soft contrast some times we look for, non slippery and easy to clean . always beautiful .

Edible Retreat

User

Crushed gravel patio surrounded by raised bed vegetable gardens with drip irrigation enclosed by cedar fence, colorful perennials and edible berries. Jeremy Brodeur

Ballard Backyard Makeover

Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLC

A Coordination of Inlays

Outdoor Dreams

対の家

西島正樹／プライム　PRIME Inc.architecture & planning

Flagstone Patio with Custom Garden Beds

Ecology Artisans

Redwood garden bed with drip irrigation system installed. Beds are 20" deep providing sufficient uncompacted growing space for veggies. Flagstone patio replaced a soggy, patchwork grass area.

caldera

cactus design and building

gena ferguson

Transitional Outdoor Living with Fireplace, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola

Shearon Design Collective

Outdoor Living with Fireplace, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola, Garden Beds, Spa Patio, Daybed, Outdoor Furniture, Hardscape, Turf, and Lighting.

Plantsmen Garden

CYAN Horticulture

Dave Demers, Principal at CYAN Horticulture

Small space, Big Impact

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Raised planting beds faced in a natural stone veneer are accessorized by LED lights for evening dining. Wildflower Landscape Design-Liz Ryan

Victorian Edible Garden - South Pasadena

ecocentrix landscape architecture

John Feldman | Photographer

Mediterranean Metamorphosis

Landwell Design + Build Co.

The landscape around this Mediterranean style home was transformed from barren and unusable to a warm and inviting outdoor space, cohesive with the existing architecture and aesthetic of the property. The front yard renovation included the construction of stucco landscape walls to create a front courtyard, with a dimensional cut flagstone patio with ground cover joints, a stucco fire pit, a "floating" composite bench, an urn converted into a recirculating water feature, landscape lighting, drought-tolerant planting, and Palomino gravel. Another stucco wall with a powder-coated steel gate was built at the entry to the backyard, connecting to a stucco column and steel fence along the property line. The backyard was developed into an outdoor living space with custom concrete flat work, dimensional cut flagstone pavers, a bocce ball court, horizontal board screening panels, and Mediterranean-style tile and stucco water feature, a second gas fire pit, capped seat walls, an outdoor shower screen, raised garden beds, a trash can enclosure, trellis, climate-appropriate plantings, low voltage lighting, mulch, and more!

Raised Garden Bed

Oakford Home Furnishings

This client requested a two tiered raised vegetable garden for his Philadelphia row home. Photo shows the finished project.

Santa Ynez Ranch

Carson Douglas Landscape Architecture

Joe Dodd

New Orleans Style Courtyard

Cascade Outdoor Design

This beachfront home is along a main road, so the homeowner wanted to combine her love of the city of New Orleans with her desire to create an intimate space at the front of her home. This courtyard features authentic touches such as a functional City of New Orleans manhole cover, decorative City of New Orleans water meter covers, and wall sconces from Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights. A custom pelican tile mosaic, pelican statue, and sailboat water feature bring a nautical element to the space. An awkward, unusable planter was creatively converted to give the appearance of a basement level apartment by adding a custom iron gate, brick steps to a wooden door, and a back lit stained glass window. A custom cypress pergola frames the patio space directly off of the master bedroom. Raised planters provide a space not only for visual interest, but also edibles and soft lighting. Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC

Santa Monica Garden House

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

This couple is compromise of a famous vegan chef and a leader in the Plant based community. Part of the joy of the spacious yard, was to plant an Entirely edible landscape. This glorious garden is a space where the couple also Entertains and relaxes.

Patio Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden

A patio is a paved outdoor area that adjoins a house, and is a popular addition to Australian and New Zealand homes. Not only is it yet another place to enjoy the great outdoors, but it can also save you time and money on landscaping. Often seen as an extension of the indoor living space, patios and courtyards can serve multiple functions. If you add outdoor furniture such as lounge chairs and a sofa, a barbecue or outdoor kitchen and a dining table and chairs, you can use them for entertaining, cooking, dining, and relaxing. Browse the Photos on Houzz for courtyard and patio designs to see how you can best utilise your existing outdoor area.

What materials should I use to construct my patio?

Stone pavers and bricks are the most common surface materials used for patios, while concrete, tiles and gravel are also popular. Stone paving is usually at the top end of the price bracket, but is highly durable and the most natural-looking of the surface materials available. Brick patios, on the other hand, are relatively easy to lay, and provide a warm, rich colour that can complement traditional homes. Concrete patios are one of the least expensive to build and are also very durable, while gravel is quick and easy to install. You will also need to decide whether you want your patio covered or left uncovered. You can add roofing if you plan on using the space regularly, or opt for a pergola, trellis or umbrella for shade instead. Patio enclosures, usually made from glass or mesh screens, can also transform your space into an outdoor room.

What outdoor patio furniture and decor should I include?

A patio can be so much more than just a paved slab, if you add the right additions. An outdoor kitchen and bar will help make the space the life of the party, while high-quality, low-slung chairs will make you want to stay outside for longer. If you have the budget, you may even consider adding a spa or pool. To make it the ideal al fresco area even when temperatures drop, a fire pit or fireplace will be able to keep you and your company toasty warm. To entice you and your guests into the space, make some room for greenery, even if you just a place a pot plant atop a table. It will help tie in the area to the surrounding garden. Fairy lights, garden torches and citronella candles will also help set the mood and keep the mozzies at bay, while soft furnishings such as waterproof rugs, pillows and chair cushions will add personality. For something striking, consider adding a water feature or wall garden. If you're ready to hire a landscape professional to help you with the job, browse our directory here!