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RANCHO MIRAGE
RANCHO MIRAGE
Martin Kobus HomeMartin Kobus Home
Taking a cue from the past and re-inventing it for now, this oasis in Rancho Mirage exudes cool. Indoor/ outdoor resort style elegance perfectly suited for both relaxation and entertaining. Surfaces of plaster and limestone inside and out create the backbone of this home. Strong architectural lines, organic textures and brilliant light combine for an atmosphere of tranquility and luxury. Photography by: George Guttenberg
Past Projects
Past Projects
Overstream, Inc.Overstream, Inc.
Blue Max & Belgard
Mid-Century Modern
Mid-Century Modern
David Thorne Landscape ArchitectDavid Thorne Landscape Architect
Teaming up with the owner-architect, we set out to update the exterior spaces to integrate with the mid-century modern house architecture and providing the young family with more usable outdoor areas. To enhance the property entrance we installed a new modular driveway, edged with new stucco walled planters and bounded with modern vernacular grid pattern gates. Lush planting, with flowering trees and seasonal color interest introduces the garden and continues throughout the property. Recently included in the locally renowned Children’s Support League’s “Heart of the Home” tour, we emphasized the indoor/outdoor flow from the extensively renovated kitchen and great room of the house. A custom-designed water feature creates a focal-point through a floor-to-ceiling window on axis with the front door. The abundant seating at the outdoor fireplace invites you into the garden for a warm chat before enjoying the alfresco dining. Repeating the clean, contemporary lines of the house architecture, a visitor’s eye is drawn to the saturated color of the stucco seat walls and the ledgestone walls beyond. Accent-lighting of the Olive tree specimens frame the sundeck and welcome the harvesting of figs, citrus and rosemary from the edible garden to add to the outdoor kitchen’s grilling feast. Achieving a primary design goal for the property’s new owners, we featured a substantial “infinity” lawn for play and enjoyment, easily accessible through the master bedroom French doors and across the IPE wood bridge. For relaxation under the stars, we tucked a spa amongst the redwoods, mostly hidden from view, and enhanced by the twinkling of the redwood-mounted firefly lights. Architect: AG Design Studio Photo:Treve Johnson Photography
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Urban Movement
Urban Movement
Dean Herald-Rolling Stone LandscapesDean Herald-Rolling Stone Landscapes
Rolling Stone Landscapes
Andalusian Custom Home
Andalusian Custom Home
Maienza - Wilson Architecture + InteriorsMaienza - Wilson Architecture + Interiors
Photo: Jim Bartsch Photography
Italian patio
Italian patio
Garden PacificGarden Pacific
Marie Gamboa
Backyard Elegance
Backyard Elegance
Susan Friedman Landscape ArchitectureSusan Friedman Landscape Architecture
The outdoor fireplace and raised spa, make a beautiful focal point in this exquisite backyard landscape renovation.
Houston Residence and Poolhouse
Houston Residence and Poolhouse
Wettling ArchitectsWettling Architects
Hamptons Cottage
Hamptons Cottage
Wettling ArchitectsWettling Architects
photo credit: David Gilbert
Beach House, Nacar. Faro Escondido,Costa Rica
Beach House, Nacar. Faro Escondido,Costa Rica
MGC Servicios de ArquitecturaMGC Servicios de Arquitectura
Arq. Marcia Gonzalez C
Secluded Comfort
Secluded Comfort
Phase One LandscapesPhase One Landscapes
127th Street Project
127th Street Project
Tiffany Farha DesignTiffany Farha Design
Sydney Living
Sydney Living
Dean Herald-Rolling Stone LandscapesDean Herald-Rolling Stone Landscapes
Rolling Stone Landscapes
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
Sunroom and deck, Wayne, Pennsylvania
Sunroom and deck, Wayne, Pennsylvania
Gardner/Fox Associates, IncGardner/Fox Associates, Inc
Project Details - Stone Terrace, walkway and Garden wall, Azek decking and Railling, Beadboard ceiling and landscaping
Park View Rooftop
Park View Rooftop
Greenblott DesignGreenblott Design
Massena Residence
Massena Residence
UserUser
Backyard Landscape Photo by BUILD LLC
Landscape Structures
Landscape Structures
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Dream Retreat
Dream Retreat
Change of Seasons - Gary KernickChange of Seasons - Gary Kernick
This private garden features an elegant fireplace patio paved with colorful peacock slate. A lap pool with spa, copper water bowls and an outdoor kitchen tucked in a corner complete this dream retreat.

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 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 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 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 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 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.
Broadway Terrace House
Broadway Terrace House
Robert Nebolon ArchitectsRobert Nebolon Architects
Broadway Terrace House: family room with a trellis that acts as a sun shade for sun control. Photographer: David Duncan Livingston California modern, California Coastal, California Contemporary Interior Designers, San Francisco modern, Bay Area modern residential design architects, Sustainability and green design.
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