Patio - Landscaping Ideas
Patio ideas carry a lot of commercial intent because people are usually deciding between materials, size, and how the space will actually get used. These real yards are handy for comparing paver and concrete looks, seeing how patios connect to planting beds, and spotting layouts that leave room for dining, lounging, or a fire feature.
Editor picks for this category — curated by the YardShare team, not community activity.
-
Kentfield park-like garden
by Avant Garden Inc in San Anselmo, CAA useful look at patio edges, flow, and planted softening.
-
Our Cape Cod backyard
by Mary of Cape Cod in MANice example of a patio that still feels like part of the yard.
-
PeriniPool
by L PeriniBackyard designed by homeowner. Landscape installed by family. No professiona...
-
Airmont NY
This yard was a complete transformation. We designed a new multi level deck, ...
-
SOUTHERN SPLASH
This was my first pool project for a client in NC. The area has mulit-levels ...
-
Rosemary Dr
by edonySmall garden bordering on a tidal stream. Across the road is a large pond whi...
-
TikiMan's Paradise
by tikimanThis is my Bali inspired yard in Southern California. I collect many differen...
-
Backyard Oasis
by Anita BirchWe have created a vacation spot in our backyard. In 2009 we installed a fibe...
-
Backyard Paradise
Gotta love water! The Fountain, natural pond and retaining walls went in firs...
-
Mountain Lodge Pond on a Budget
by Alicia PerryBackyard with a steep slope towards the house was transformed into a patio wi...
-
Heartland Treasures
Craftsman Home being used as an Antiques and Collectibles shop and residence....
-
Backyard relaxing & entertaining!
Our backyard went from pine trees, dirt and a semi circle driveway to a fabul...
-
Backyard Oasis in the midwest
by Ann LenaFront yard with stepping stone stairs, lots of plants, perennials and evergre...
-
Gazebo on Lake Margate
Our pagoda top survived hurricane Wilma, but last year in Sept, we had a bad ...
-
Marks Yard
by crgmarkwe have a large open yard that is narrow, but long, its like looking out onto...
-
Outdoor Living
Above ground pool size 18' X 33' with above ground deck converted t...
-
An Elegant Backyard Design
by Zaynea NiaziA pool and backyard oasis garden. Design based on a 45 degree angle off our h...
-
TEE BOX TEASER
WE LIVE ON THE TPC AT SAWGRASS DYE VALLEY COURSE'S FIRST TEE. WE ARE AL...
-
The Woods People
by jannetieSmall yard, about .25 acre, inherited along with the house by my partner in 1...
-
El Campo del Mar
This is our villa in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. El Campo del Mar is nestled al...
-
HANK's Place
by WojAmyOur home was built in 1976 but, the previous owners never really worked on th...
About Patio Landscaping
All patio photos on YardShare are shared by real homeowners and landscaping professionals, so you can compare full projects instead of a single hero shot. Use these examples to study plant combinations, material choices, and how each feature connects to the rest of the yard before you copy anything at home.
Keep browsing related inspiration: fire pit patios, outdoor kitchen layouts, covered patio ideas, backyard patio design ideas .
Patio comparison questions
What should you compare first when planning a patio?
Start with function and circulation: how many people need to fit, whether dining or lounging matters most, and how the patio connects to doors, grill areas, and the yard beyond.
How do patios feel less stark?
The nicest examples use planting beds, seat walls, or nearby vertical elements so the hardscape feels integrated instead of like a bare slab dropped in the yard.