Kunkel GmbH Otzberg
Inspiration for a small country side yard patio in Frankfurt with natural stone pavers, no cover and a vertical garden.

Ferme à Orgeval

User

stephen clement
Large country courtyard patio in Rennes with natural stone pavers, a vertical garden and no cover.

Elegant Northwest Natural Hillside Garden

Landscape Design in a Day

Landscape Design in a Day
This is an example of a large arts and crafts backyard patio in Portland with natural stone pavers, no cover and a vertical garden.

Pacific Heights Family Home

Angus McCaffrey

Bruce Damonte
This is an example of a contemporary patio in San Francisco with a vertical garden.

Fire Defensive Hedge and Patio

FormLA Landscaping

While most trees are fire defensive, Eucalyptus trees like these are an exception. Similarly, a second structure on the property poses proximate fire danger to the home. The Catalina Cherry hedge serves as a barrier to embers that may be generated by either ignite, and the patio offers ample, safe space for fire fighters to work. As outdoor comforts are often flammable, the owners store the cushions on the dining chairs when they are not in use.

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!

Country spirit

Paghera Green Service s.r.l.

A real Italian country style
Mid-sized country courtyard patio in Other with a vegetable garden.

San Antonio Home 2

William W. Stubbs and Associates

Inspiration for a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Houston with a vertical garden, natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

CLEAN TRADITIONAL

TY LARKINS INTERIORS

CHAD CHENIER PHOTOGRAPHY
This is an example of a traditional courtyard patio in New Orleans with a vertical garden and brick pavers.

Patios

Diamond Homes, Inc.

Denver Urban Patio
Photo of a mid-sized traditional side yard patio in Denver with a vertical garden, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Pergolas

Creative Fences & Decks

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard patio in Portland with a vertical garden, decking and a pergola.

Country Farmhouse Gathering

Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.

Inspiration for a small country backyard patio in Bridgeport with gravel, a vegetable garden and no cover.

Le bureau au fond du jardin

AGENCE MARN DÉCO

This is an example of a mid-sized modern front yard patio in Paris with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Terrasse vue de l'intérieur

Terrasses des Oliviers - Paysagiste Paris

Mid-sized modern patio in Paris with concrete slab, no cover and a vertical garden.

Mercado District

PureBuild Inc.

A wall fountain, trellis and hanging plants create a lush romantic oasis in this backyard courtyard.
Inspiration for a patio in Other with a vertical garden.

Urban Outdoor Retreat - Custom Trellis

Mia Rao Design

Urban outdoor patio seating with custom trellis.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard patio in Chicago with a vertical garden, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Hammersmith Home

Randle Siddeley

Photo of a traditional backyard patio in London with a vertical garden and no cover.

Complete Model Home Customization

Creative Environments

The first step to creating your outdoor paradise is to get your dreams on paper. Let Creative Environments professional landscape designers listen to your needs, visions, and experiences to convert them to a visually stunning landscape design! Our ability to produce architectural drawings, colorful presentations, 3D visuals, and construction– build documents will assure your project comes out the way you want it! And with 60 years of design– build experience, several landscape designers on staff, and a full CAD/3D studio at our disposal, you will get a level of professionalism unmatched by other firms.

Small space, Big Impact

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Previously an unused space has turned into a beautiful and functional vegetable garden. The raised vegetable bed is veneered in natural stone. A flagstone pathway planted with silver carpet allows easy access to the side yard. Wildflower Landscape Design-Liz Ryan

Garden Restoration

Wilber & King

Photography by Stacy Bass
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Other with a vertical garden, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Patio Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden and a Vertical 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!