38 Patio Paver Ideas to Upgrade Your Outdoor Oasis

Paver Pathway Patio

San Francisco-based Envision Landscape Studio designed a stairway on a slope with graceful curves that create a sense of intrigue and mystery rather than a straight up-and-down path.

Concrete steps are aligned with a low retaining wall to create a clean line before the steps take a curve and switch materials to ipe wood risers.

The pavers are simple concrete squares, evenly spaced for a modern look, and placed evenly into a bed of pea gravel. The ipe is finished with a mahogany wood stain for a rich warm hue.

Grid Pattern Patio

A Philadelphia area backyard patio is set on a grid of 2x3-foot full-color flagstone in a bond pattern, which keeps the installation and looks simple, according to landscape designer ​Donald Pell.

"I love the simplicity of a grid in a juxtaposition of sweeping drifts of perennials," explains Pell. "I prefer simple paving details and the timelessness of using regional stone."

Contemporary Cement Patio

This sleek patio from Mindy Gayer Design Co. has cement pavers that create a nearly seamless look, keeping the focus on the minimal lines and organic shapes of the planters. Use textured, minimalist stone pots to carry the gray color throughout the patio and bring in a more layered feel. A few pops of greenery here also go a long way to break up the sleek, geometric pattern of the pavers.

Circular Paver Patio

Seattle-based landscape design/build firm Avalon Northwest excavated 6 inches, then installed and compacted a crushed rock subbase. From there, they added a sand-setting bed, into which they laid the pavers and finished with concrete edging. The cobblestone-like pavers are a good aesthetic match to the feathery greenery surrounding the walkway.

Lounge Patio

What once was an unkempt lawn in the hills of Malibu overlooking the Pacific was transformed into a lounge and entertaining space by Gregory Davis & Associates by laying Chocolate Flagstone with pea gravel to fill in the gaps. The brownish-red tone of the flagstone and the large-scale pattern mimic desert terrain, a nice fit in sun-baked Southern California.

Circular Fire Pit Patio

A round 3-foot fire pit fits perfectly on a circular 7-foot-diameter patio in Minneapolis designed by Nor-Sun. These stone pavers have a cobblestone-like shape but feature a cleaner texture with less irregularity. The choice of paver feels traditional, yet modern.

Mixed Materials Patio

The rust-colored pavers on this outdoor patio from Urbanology Designs add contrast with the whitewashed stone chimney and taupe-colored brick facade of the home. Opting for a contrasting, dark color is a smart move here since it lets the many other textures of the home shine. Using patio furnishings that tie into the color of the house lets the patio fade into the background more.

Bluestone Patio With a Concrete Base

A peaceful, exquisite patio and yard in the wine country city of Glen Ellen, California, featured select bluestone rectangles mortared over a concrete base. Heuttl Landscape Architecture designed the entire landscape, including the formed concrete water feature, low walls, and garden. Tragically, this property was destroyed in the region's devastating wildfires.

Bluestone and Black Pebbles Patio

The unique shape of this San Francisco area patio was created by Shades of Green Landscape Architecture using bands of bluestone with black pebbles. Grasses, succulents, and drought-tolerant perennials were planted around the perimeter for year-round beauty in the California climate.

Modern Patio

Charcoal-hued pavers, called Vancouver Bay, are tightly laid to form a clean, modern surface for a Tudor-style house in Portland, Oregon. Architect Risa Boyer designed the 2x4.5-foot fire pit herself, which is connected to an underground gas line. A vintage Mid-Century Modern child's chair and two butterfly chairs help modernize the outdoor space, along with a neutral grey-white-black color palette.

Sandy Tone Pavers Patio

The sandy tone of the patio pavers in this outdoor space in Paradise Valley, AZ from Living With Lolo perfectly reflects the desert landscape. Adding cacti, grasses, and sandy-toned patio furniture feels cohesive with the pavers. The stone's mottled texture keeps the patio feeling organic and soft.

Small Paver Patio

A yard in Minneapolis is on a corner lot with limited space, creating a challenge for Southview Designs to maximize its potential. The solution: concrete pavers in walnut by Anchor, which are no longer available but similar to their current Charleston line. In addition to a garden, and dining set, there's also room for a mobile fire pit.

Two-Tone Patio Pavers

This outdoor patio from Calimia Home features a mix of pale-toned patio pavers that create subtle variation in the transition between the inside and the outdoor dining area. You can likely achieve this look with concrete pavers, using a large, minimal shape for the surround and selecting smaller pavers with a unique border for the inset.

Bluestone Paver Patio With Cobble Accents

A front yard entry garden in Seattle's Blue Ridge neighborhood features bluestone pavers with granite cobble accents laid over a concrete base. Designer Kate Martin randomly inserted 4x4-inch granite cobblestones with 24-inch square variegated bluestones, set over a rough slab of concrete.

Contrasting Pavers

Vintage-style table and French bistro chairs in shades of white, black, and wicker add contrast with interlocking pavers on this cottage patio from Kate Marker Interiors. The brick-like hue of these cobblestone pavers feels traditional and grounding when paired with the white and pale-wood patio furniture. Plus, it evokes the brick or cobblestone streets of a romantic old city.

Greenery-Surrounded Paver Patio

That bright green ground cover growing between the square concrete pavers of this patio designed by Paul Sangha Landscape Architecture is a blend of Leptinella Gruveri and mossy Saxifraga. Giving your pavers some breathing room makes them feel more like a unique design feature and less like a practical element. You could fill in the space with pebbles, but letting lush greenery peek through will make it feel established and intentional.

Modern Zen Patio

Ipe wood decking and accent walls, a raked stone garden, a brass sheer-descent water feature, and concrete stepping pads transform an Irvine, California backyard into a peaceful space designer Studio H dubs Zen Modern. That bright green grass growing between the Stepstone Inc. pavers is artificial turf. Rectangular pavers have a consistent shape, making them a great choice for a modern backyard.

Warm Brick Paver Patio

Closely laid brick pavers in different sizes create a smooth, even surface for a patio that doesn't compete with the rest of the landscape. This shape and texture feel like a good fit with the traditional, slightly ornate patio set, as both have a classic, slightly historic look. Bright throw pillows and plants that provide pops of color keep this otherwise neutral space visually interesting.

Different-Sized Paver Patio

Gray patio pavers in a range of sizes add interest to this modern backyard patio floor from Mary Patton Design which is decorated with contemporary outdoor furnishings and equipped with modern comforts like a flat-screen TV and outdoor kitchen. Using pavers of different sizes ensures that the patio has an interesting look, even without the patterned outdoor rug.

Corner Patio

The corner of a new yard in Portland, Oregon is accessible from the main patio via flagstone pavers placed across the lawn. The fire pit patio surface is also flagstone, which is available in colors ranging from white sandstone to Southwest pink/orange to black slate.

Rustic Stone Paver Patio

Bright yellow folding metal garden chairs add contrast with this rustic stone paver patio from Mary Patton Design. The stone pavers have slight color variations ranging from pale gray to a latte brown. Mixing colorful design elements with white chairs and a natural wood table makes every tone represented in the stone feel cohesive with the furnishings.

Tucson Saltillo Patio

The small patio of a Tucson, Arizona, condo blends in with the surrounding landscape. Designed by Kathryn Prideaux, the surface is Saltillo, which is fired clay that is sealed for protection and longevity. The reddish brown of the clay blends in perfectly with the stone kitchen and the brown stucco of the home.

Terracotta Paver Patio

Terracotta pavers preserve the authentic look of this Spanish-style home in Coral Gables, FL from Calimia Home. A neutral-toned rug anchoring the dining table adds a modern touch.

Flagstone Patio

Widely spaced flagstone is interspersed with smaller stones to create an intriguing effect for an outdoor living room in Montecito, California, designed by Jodi G Designs. The pavers' spacing reflects the soft linear feel of the pergola and the geometric wicker furniture in an interesting way.

Southwest Stone Patio

Cut stone with a slightly rough texture complements the architectural style of this Southwestern patio dining room designed by Forte Homes in Phoenix, Arizona. The beige and brown tones found throughout the stone pull in the color of the home itself as well as the neutral and natural-hued dining set and patio accessories.

Interlocking Paver Patio

Interlocking pavers are becoming increasingly popular because they are non-slip, removable for repairs, and permeable to release rainfall. They are made to resemble brick, stone, and other paving materials. This is a great option to achieve a traditional, sophisticated look without as much effort.

Barbecue and Dining Patio

Stone tile, or cut stone in different sizes and colors coordinates with the custom-built barbecue and fireplace designed by B&B Pools and Spas in Eastern Michigan. Choosing a linear-shaped tile, as seen here, is a smart option if you have another large element decked out in a more rustic, irregular stone since it won't feel like too much of one style.

Private Patio

A Seattle backyard designed by Scot Eckley features an ashlar-pattern bluestone paver patio. The fireplace wall is covered with Boston ivy. Leaving small gaps between the bluestone allows some grass to peek through, which ties in the loose and natural look of the ivy. Make this choice for a more relaxed, cozy patio look.

Aggregate Paver Patio

Round aggregate pavers were popular and readily available at hardware stores and nurseries in the 1950s and have been rediscovered by fans of midcentury modern architecture and design. This Venice, CA patio features mixed sizes of circular pavers embedded in a sea of pea gravel.

Modern Mix Patio

The architectural firm Coates Design oversaw the interior and exterior remodel of a modern Washington home featuring square concrete pavers with a trowel skim coat finish. Coates also made the cast-in-place concrete fire pit. The filler between the pavers is colored crushed marble.

Pavers and Pergola

Chicago-based Rolling Landscapes used patterned bluestone in a range of sizes for this Illinois patio. The patio is dry-set on compacted gravel and sand and replaced an old "builder's special" deck that was long and narrow. The bluestone feels sleek, yet natural and lets the rustic stone accents shine.

Bluestone Paver Circle Patio

A circular conversation patio created by Heffernan Landscape Design uses bluestone pavers repeated throughout the landscape in paths and other areas that require hardscape. The cobblestone border helps set the space apart and break up the large expanse of gray, bringing in the reddish brown of the brick.

Flagstone Patio With Wall Seating

Kate Martin Design used flagstone in various colors on this patio surface, steps, and on top of the low wall, which also serves as extra seating. The large size of flagstone pavers covers more space, so they are good for making a patio expansive without appearing too busy, as it might with a smaller paver.

Brick Pavers Patio

Brick pavers with a weathered look add rustic charm to this backyard patio and indoor outdoor bar from Mindy Gayer Design Co. A whitewash and herringbone pattern add traditional, elevated charm, while the antique bar chairs and rustic shelf add a farmhouse touch.

Patio Pavers With a Grass Border

This Florida stone paver patio from Calimia Home has a contemporary feel, with strips of grass adding an energizing shot of greenery to the outdoor seating area. The large pavers placed close together feel smooth underfoot and are ideal for anyone worried about tripping or who needs a patio with greater accessibility.

Covered Paver Patio

A covered paver patio helps you feel safe and secluded. Just make sure to choose a patio cover that works best for your home and protects the pavers from the elements. These Saltillo pavers work well with this Spanish-influenced home's stucco walls and rustic door.

Cohesive Design Paver Patio Design

This beautiful brick paver patio complements the Spanish-style home flawlessly. It blends seamlessly with the large wooden dining table, metal chairs, and other special Spanish design elements. The rusty red tone also mimics the low roof, making the space cohesive.

Cottage-Style Paver Patio

Large concrete pavers keep the rustic elements of this cottage front and center. This keeps the flooring subdued and not overwhelming to the eye. Instead, you are more drawn to the stunning wooden beams, outdoor lighting, and greenery.