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Affordable Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor Masonry Kitchens
Outdoor Masonry Kitchens
Sunset Construction & DesignSunset Construction & Design
Sunset Construction and Design specializes in creating residential patio retreats, outdoor kitchens with fireplaces and luxurious outdoor living rooms. Our design-build service can turn an ordinary back yard into a natural extension of your home giving you a whole new dimension for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. If you’re interested in converting a boring back yard or starting from scratch in a new home, look us up! A great patio and outdoor living area can easily be yours. Greg, Sunset Construction & Design in Fresno, CA.
Spa Retreat Casa California Showcase Home
Spa Retreat Casa California Showcase Home
Wesley Design Inc.Wesley Design Inc.
Zen Patio Garden with Tranquil Fountain just outside the massage area of gym Spa Retreat
Design ideas for a small classic courtyard patio in Orange County with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Une maison en Bourgogne
Une maison en Bourgogne
ATELIER FBATELIER FB
© Arnaud RINUCCINI
Photo of a small farmhouse courtyard patio in Dijon with no cover, concrete slabs and a bbq area.
extension de maison
extension de maison
UserUser
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Paris with decking and no cover.
Outdoor Areas
Outdoor Areas
Bennie BuildersBennie Builders
Marina Mathews
Expansive contemporary courtyard patio in Dunedin with a fire feature and no cover.
Modern Rustic Home
Modern Rustic Home
UserUser
Design ideas for a large modern courtyard patio in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Michelet Residence
Michelet Residence
Pentimento Lighting and FurnishingsPentimento Lighting and Furnishings
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Montlake Backyard Office
Montlake Backyard Office
FivedotFivedot
This small project in the Portage Bay neighborhood of Seattle replaced an existing garage with a functional living room. Tucked behind the owner’s traditional bungalow, this modern room provides a retreat from the house and activates the outdoor space between the two buildings. The project houses a small home office as well as an area for watching TV and sitting by the fireplace. In the summer, both doors open to take advantage of the surrounding deck and patio. Photographs by Nataworry Photography
The Potting Sheds
The Potting Sheds
Charles Louwerse ArchitectsCharles Louwerse Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized victorian courtyard patio in Dorset with a potted garden, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Courtyard oasis
Courtyard oasis
Seagreen Lawns IncSeagreen Lawns Inc
This small space is transformed into a garden oasis so you can forget the daily grind, enjoy a glass wine while being surrounded by the beauty of nature
Modern Pool with Fire Feature Citadel Drive
Modern Pool with Fire Feature Citadel Drive
Thrasher Pool and SpaThrasher Pool and Spa
Galina Juliana
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in Atlanta.
Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Areas
Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Areas
Design Outdoors LimitedDesign Outdoors Limited
A English country garden with an L shaped outdoor kitchen/BBQ area. Includes a BBQ, side burner and ice bucket.
Small classic courtyard patio in Kent with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Light Hearted Craftsman
Light Hearted Craftsman
Hobbs' Ink, LLCHobbs' Ink, LLC
Breezeway
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Capital Hill Townhouse - Seattle, WA
Capital Hill Townhouse - Seattle, WA
Carrie Case DesignsCarrie Case Designs
Carrie Case Designs
Design ideas for a small midcentury courtyard patio in Seattle with a potted garden and no cover.
Outdoor Living Bali-India Style Retreat
Outdoor Living Bali-India Style Retreat
Eden Clark of VEDA Design GroupEden Clark of VEDA Design Group
Originally this side patio was simply a barren cement patch that was cold and uninviting (see the BEFORE picture). It has a basic stone and concrete patio floor, with concrete brick walls. There was some natural bamboo behind the wall, but otherwise no plants. The house sits down in to the property, and to get to the front door you have to descend a steep set of stairs. This patio area is one of the first things people see as they descend the stairs to the front door, so we wanted to make it as inviting and cozy as possible. Plus, with all the natural tree coverage, it's a perfect place during hot days to curl up with a book or glass of wine under the shade. Not wanting to spend money on a massive renovation, the goal was to create a cozy niche for both entertaining guests and personal relaxation, reminiscent of an India-meets-Bali exotic retreat. We created something that was organic and natural looking, in harmony with the relaxed environment of Laguna Beach. To keep it budget friendly - and better for the environment - we also opted for recycled and pre-owned items we found on Craiglist and eBay. I chose to first mask the barren concrete walls with an carved wood screen from India, to add depth and interest. I placed two large daybeds with heavily padded cushions in an “L” shape to entice people to curl up and sink in. Rather than opting for a regular square patio table, I found a one-of-a-kind custom oak tree slab table (a fantastic Craiglist find!) that added a beautiful organic feel. The Moroccan lamp I brought back from one of my trips to Marrakech, and it added the perfect personal touch, in addition to personal sacred objects such as an antique Kwan Yin statue (great eBay find), crystals, and shells found at the beach. Finally, various plants were added — including both a satsuma orange tree and grapefruit tree that add lovely bursts of color when in season. And makes for a great quick snack when lounging about!
ELEGANCIA CON INSPIRACIÓN NÓRDICA
ELEGANCIA CON INSPIRACIÓN NÓRDICA
Slow & Chic - InteriorismoSlow & Chic - Interiorismo
Fotografía y estilismo Nora Zubia
This is an example of a small scandi courtyard patio in Madrid with a potted garden and no cover.
Blanes
Blanes
Piramide GrupPiramide Grup
Fotografo O S C A R G U T I E R R E Z
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Other with no cover, natural stone paving and a fire feature.
Outdoor Kitchen Appliances and Pizza Oven
Outdoor Kitchen Appliances and Pizza Oven
Design Studio WestDesign Studio West
Southern Californians beg to be outdoors. Patio dining, ocean views and family entertaining.
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Governors Island Full Landscape Design Project
Governors Island Full Landscape Design Project
Belknap Landscape CompanyBelknap Landscape Company
Karen Bobotas
Inspiration for a small traditional courtyard patio in Boston with natural stone paving, a living wall and a roof extension.
The Vanberstarren
The Vanberstarren
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Bridge floating over a 48 linear feet long pond connecting main entrance to driveway
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Toronto with a water feature, gravel and a pergola.

Affordable Courtyard 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.
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