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GARDEN PATIOS – PATIO GARDENS
Sandstone (Ravena)
Granite (Grey)
Sandstone (Mint)
Limestone
Granite (Yellow)
When it comes to deciding which and what type of patio, many people focus on colour. Yes a very important factor but so too is choice of stone, area size and levels. Bright warm colours are very popular, but others prefer rich hot colours whilst the neutral contemporary colours are becoming increasingly more popular. If colour is the most important feature of the Patio area this will largely determine which stone you may select.
Sandstone (Mint)
Granite (Grey)
Sandstone (Mint)
Sandstone (Ravena)
Nothing compares to the natural beauty of sandstone paving for patio areas. Slight variance in tones, even the presence of fossils are vividly revealed after a shower of rain and during sunny spells the results are a light and inviting space to be. Natural stone paving provides an enduring sense of style, is extremely hardwearing and very easy to maintain in optimum condition.
Here are some examples of the more popular choices. For more examples see: www.owenchubblandscapers.com/patios
Granite (Grey)
Sandstone (Mint)
Sandstone (Mint)
Sandstone (Mint)
Granite (Grey)
Sandstone (Mint)
Limestone Patios and Terraced Garden Design
Another earlier project this time from 2008 and a good example in the practical use of levels and line to create an open aspect to the overall garden layout. The varying heights and finishes in original boundary walls have been concealed by the weatherboard wall cladding boldly painted in ebony. The colour is also evident in the choice of stone, in this instance natural limestone and specimen plants (including Olive tree and the trained mature Photinia on espalier frame) are carefully combined to add visual interest and sparkle to the garden.
Overall the small lawn area makes a significant verdant contribution to the overall bold urban design of this garden. Other site works included relocation of oil tank to opposite end and hidden behind screening and the regained space provided a valuable alternative patio area at the upper level.
