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#Markingstmarks - Residential Interior Design
#Markingstmarks - Residential Interior Design
Fab My LifeFab My Life
Photo of a traditional patio in Sussex.
The Fuchsia House
The Fuchsia House
Westbury Garden RoomsWestbury Garden Rooms
This is an example of a classic back patio in Essex with a fire feature and no cover.
Suburban Calm
Suburban Calm
Simon Orchard Garden DesignSimon Orchard Garden Design
This is an example of a classic back patio in London.
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Full Home Renovation
Full Home Renovation
Artifex Homes LtdArtifex Homes Ltd
Inspiration for a classic patio in Hertfordshire.
San Pasqual-Exterior
San Pasqual-Exterior
J & M Construction & DevelopmentJ & M Construction & Development
Louie Heredia
Photo of a classic back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Capital Renovations GroupCapital Renovations Group
Photography by Ken Vaughan
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, a roof extension and natural stone paving.
Chicago Outdoor Kitchen
Chicago Outdoor Kitchen
Kalamazoo Outdoor GourmetKalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet
Mr. and Mrs. Eades, the owners of this Chicago home, were inspired to build a Kalamazoo outdoor kitchen because of their love of cooking. “The grill became the center point for doing our outdoor kitchen,” Mr. Eades noted. After working long days, Mr. Eades and his wife, prefer to experiment with new recipes in the comfort of their own home. The Hybrid Fire Grill is the focal point of this compact outdoor kitchen. Weather-tight cabinetry was built into the masonry for storage, and an Artisan Fire Pizza Oven sits atop the countertop and allows the Eades’ to cook restaurant quality Neapolitan style pizzas in their own backyard.
Empress Avenue, Pasadena, CA
Empress Avenue, Pasadena, CA
LAND BY DESIGNLAND BY DESIGN
mparchphoto, Richard Grenier Builder
Design ideas for a classic patio in Denver with a fire feature and no cover.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Design ideas for a classic patio in Raleigh with a water feature, brick paving and no cover.
Firepit Area with Seating
Firepit Area with Seating
Culver's Lawn and Landscape, Inc.Culver's Lawn and Landscape, Inc.
Mississippi River
Medium sized traditional back patio in Cedar Rapids with a fire feature and brick paving.
Wilmington Court - Fire Pit
Wilmington Court - Fire Pit
Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLCPaul N. Brow, Architect, LLC
Built-in custom polished concrete fire -pit with surrounding brick bench with a bluestone cap. Bluestone patio paving with slot of gray beach pebbles. Fire-pit has natural gas with an electric spark starter. Bench seating has a wood screen wall that includes lighting & supports vine growth.
Inside Out
Inside Out
Ketron Custom BuildersKetron Custom Builders
Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Columbus with natural stone paving and a fire feature.
Midwest Outdoor Living in a Bird Lover's Backyard
Midwest Outdoor Living in a Bird Lover's Backyard
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Columbus with brick paving and a pergola.
Houston Residence and Poolhouse
Houston Residence and Poolhouse
Wettling ArchitectsWettling Architects
Classic back patio in New York with a fire feature.
Bricks and Stones NJ: Reinstating Fresh Elegance to a 100-Year Old Estate
Bricks and Stones NJ: Reinstating Fresh Elegance to a 100-Year Old Estate
Michael Robert ConstructionMichael Robert Construction
Classic patio in New York.
Napa Valley Style for Outdoor Living and Entertaining
Napa Valley Style for Outdoor Living and Entertaining
Harrell Design + BuildHarrell Design + Build
A busy Redwood City family wanted a space to enjoy their family and friends and this Napa Style outdoor living space is exactly what they had in mind. Bernard Andre Photography
Woodside Conservatory & Hardscape
Woodside Conservatory & Hardscape
Chateau Construction CompanyChateau Construction Company
Spencer Kent
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving, an outdoor shower and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen and pergola Project in South Florida
Outdoor Kitchen and pergola Project in South Florida
LuxapatioLuxapatio
A complete contemporary backyard project was taken to another level of design. This amazing backyard was completed in the beginning of 2013 in Weston, Florida. The project included an Outdoor Kitchen with equipment by Lynx, and finished with Emperador Light Marble and a Spanish stone on walls. Also, a 32” X 16” wooden pergola attached to the house with a customized wooden wall for the TV on a structured bench with the same finishes matching the Outdoor Kitchen. The project also consist of outdoor furniture by The Patio District, pool deck with gold travertine material, and an ivy wall with LED lights and custom construction with Black Absolute granite finish and grey stone on walls. For more information regarding this or any other of our outdoor projects please visit our website at www.luxapatio.com where you may also shop online. You can also visit our showroom located in the Doral Design District (3305 NW 79 Ave Miami FL. 33122) or contact us at 305-477-5141. URL http://www.luxapatio.com
Outdoor kitchen and Fireplace
Outdoor kitchen and Fireplace
DabneyCollinsDabneyCollins
General Fireplace dimensions: 17'-4"H x 10'-6"W x 4'D Fireplace material: Tennessee Field Stone cut to an ashlar pattern with Granite Hearth and Mantel Kitchen dimensions: 5'4" in-between the columns, then around 12.75' along the back Structure paint color is Pittsburgh Paints Sun Proof Exterior "Monterrey Grey" Roof material: Standing seam copper Terrace material: Full color Pennsylvania Bluestone veneer on a concrete slab

Traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.
Marblehead Residence
Marblehead Residence
Sudbury Design GroupSudbury Design Group
Photo of a classic back patio in Boston with a fire feature and no cover.
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