Design ideas for a large traditional backyard patio in Chicago with natural stone pavers and no cover.

Morgan Creek Estate

Herlong Architects

This is an example of a large beach style side yard patio in Charleston with natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

The Eagle

Ruebl Builders LLC

Photo of an expansive country backyard patio in Milwaukee with natural stone pavers.

Portola Valley Residence

Vetter Stone

Architect: HSK Landscape Designer: Charles Seha Photo Credit: Blake Marvin
Country courtyard patio in San Francisco with natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Old Town Oasis

Lindgren Landscape

Glass Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard patio in Denver with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone pavers and no cover.

Prosise Project

Timberline Patio Covers

A cedar free-standing, gable style patio cover with beautiful landscaping and stone walkways that lead around the house. This project also has a day bed that is surrounded by landscaping and a water fountain.

Cedar Pavilion and Patio

NWI Patio Pros

Small traditional backyard patio in Chicago with natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Spanish Villa

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

World Renowned Architecture Firm Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home! They design home plans for families all over the world in any size and style. They also have in-house Interior Designer Firm Fratantoni Interior Designers and world class Luxury Home Building Firm Fratantoni Luxury Estates! Hire one or all three companies to design and build and or remodel your home!

Contemporary Craftsman

Trilogy Architecture

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts front yard patio in Other with a water feature, natural stone pavers and no cover.

A High Class Pavilion

B. Gordon Builders, Inc.

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone pavers and a gazebo/cabana.

Guest House in Laytonsville

Lofgren Construction

Mid-sized traditional backyard patio in DC Metro with natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Outdoor Living Area

ARNOLD Masonry & Landscape

A fun, custom and unique creation we designed and constructed which incorporates many facets to your outdoor living experience! With symmetry in mind we still wanted to bring forth a "softness" to this ensemble. Soft arches and curves combined with a balanced layout and symmetrically cut stone. We used one of our favorite types of stone for the facade- an Oklahoma thick flagstone called "Ozark". We installed this in a dry stack pattern for all vertical surfaces other than the sides of the chimney and pizza oven where we used a buff colored mortar to create a shadow joint. A thick Pennsylvania Bluestone was used for the counter top. The intricate "thin flag feather" insets and backsplash is a Tennessee thin flgastone veneer called "Crab Orchard ( gray). This was painstakingly cut and installed piece by piece in a dry stack pattern. Extremely time consuming but gorgeous! The chimney sits app. 12' tall and the pizza oven sits app. 9' tall. Plenty of room in between for the Green Egg, sink, refrigerator, grill and cabinets. Low voltage night lighting was also incorporated into the backsplash as well as surrounding landscape. We also recommend a clean burning wood for pizza ovens. This one is stocked with European White Birch. These photos do not do this project justice, yet due to the season we will be posting better ones come summer time. Copper planters will also be placed on top of the 16" wide backsplash cap. Our company concentrates on presenting our clients with unique, top quality additions to their home and life with the best products and professional artisans. All styles and types of landscape and hardscape designs coupled with quality and service is our goal. 30 years serving the Atlanta and North Atlanta community. Visit us at arnoldmasonryandlandscape.com and contact us! ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape

Stream Side Home

Crisp Architects

Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a traditional patio in New York with natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Outdoor Kitchen with Wood-Burning Grill

Land Art Design, Inc.

This magnificent outdoor kitchen brings the best of modern conveniences to the great outdoors. The field stone walls and cedar roof enclose the flagstone patio and its array of stainless steel appliances.

Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey

Grillo Outdoor Kitchens

Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.

Driftwood Estate

TM GRADY BUILDERS

Inspiration for a contemporary backyard patio in Orange County with natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Nethermead Residence

Carlton Edwards

Won 2013 AIANC Design Award
Transitional patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and a roof extension.

Oceanfront Masterpiece

Masterworks Construction Company

An elegant courtyard draws you into this beautiful Spanish mansion. A stone fireplace is the focal point of the space flanked on either side with traditional planters planted with ivy and red blossoms. The floor is a checkerboard of natural stone tiles and thresholds leading into the rooms of the house. Stone walls surround the courtyard which is overlooked by balconies, decorated with ornate rot iron railings and stone columns. The rot iron sconces frame the doorways and transform the space with warm golden light.

Rock Meadows Backyard

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Our client wanted a simple fireplace area that was tucked away yet still accessible. We created this separate space by using Japanese Maples, small shrubs and perennials. The brick around the fireplace echoed the house's traditional style and tied the whole space together.

Swimming Pool, Patio, Backyard Shower Construction

Bill D'Agata

An outdoor shower complete with bluestone pavers and gravel.
Design ideas for a mid-sized backyard patio in New York with an outdoor shower, natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Patio Design Ideas with Natural Stone Pavers

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!