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Budget Midcentury Patio Ideas and Designs

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Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
This is an example of a large midcentury back patio in San Diego with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Smith Residence
Smith Residence
PINNELLA KAHNG architecture studio LLCPINNELLA KAHNG architecture studio LLC
New covered patio with opening.
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury back patio in Phoenix with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
1950s Bungalow
1950s Bungalow
NaomiNaomi
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury back patio in San Francisco with brick paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Pergola
Outdoor Pergola
UserUser
This pergola is great for shade and brings a huge difference to any building or place. Plants or vines are an option.
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back patio in Dallas with a pergola.
Palm Springs
Palm Springs
reimagined habitatreimagined habitat
Design ideas for a small retro courtyard patio in Canberra - Queanbeyan with tiled flooring and a pergola.
Walnut Creek Eichler Remodel
Walnut Creek Eichler Remodel
Destination Eichler, LLCDestination Eichler, LLC
John Shum, Destination Eichler
Photo of a small retro courtyard patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and no cover.
Ranch Update
Ranch Update
Kara Kersten DesignKara Kersten Design
Small retro back patio in Kansas City with concrete slabs and no cover.
Brady Bunch House
Brady Bunch House
Rock Kauffman DesignRock Kauffman Design
Design ideas for a medium sized retro patio in Grand Rapids with a living wall, brick paving and no cover.
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Cushions
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Cushions
Trims, Decor & MoreTrims, Decor & More
Our client wanted a modern outdoor cushion to simply rest on her concrete sitting area, and not move. We found a solution. She chose her favorite outdoor fabric from our wide selection of fabrics in our walk -in showroom.
Midcentury Remodel
Midcentury Remodel
John ThomasJohn Thomas
Back Patio
Photo of an expansive retro patio in Albuquerque.
Modern Meets Boho
Modern Meets Boho
BOXHILLBOXHILL
Photography: Gerardine and Jude Vargas
Photo of a midcentury patio in Phoenix.
HGTV's "Vacation House for Free" Project
HGTV's "Vacation House for Free" Project
Ranieri Construction LLCRanieri Construction LLC
With the linear two sided fireplace we were able to bring the indoors out and the outdoors in. Cozy wicker furniture invites one to sit and enjoy the alure of the flames. Ceiling fans bring much needed air movement in the warm summer months while the patio cover keeps the harsh desert sun off our heads. Potted plants bring a touch of nature to the space.
Summer 2015 Catalog
Summer 2015 Catalog
UserUser
Medium sized midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with decking and no cover.
Las Vegas Lifestyle Residence
Las Vegas Lifestyle Residence
Warwick Stone CreativeWarwick Stone Creative
Newly constructed Lanai roof on original brick piers, mirrors the design of the great room ceiling with white washed tongue and groove planks over dark stained beams. Chandelier was recycled from the original dining room and dressed with pink and amber bulbs.
Anaheim Patio
Anaheim Patio
Sitio Landscape ArchitectureSitio Landscape Architecture
Small retro back patio in Orange County with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Master Suite Addition
Master Suite Addition
Brian Terranova Construction LLCBrian Terranova Construction LLC
This master bedroom addition: provides a much needed master bedroom, provides privacy for the patio area, and perfectly matches the unique architecture of this Midcentury home.
Ranch Update
Ranch Update
Kara Kersten DesignKara Kersten Design
Design ideas for a small retro back patio in Kansas City with concrete slabs and no cover.
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Cushions
Mid Century Modern Outdoor Cushions
Trims, Decor & MoreTrims, Decor & More
Our client wanted a modern outdoor cushion to simply rest on her concrete sitting area, and not move. We found a solution. She chose her favorite outdoor fabric from our wide selection of fabrics in our walk -in showroom.
Modernist Courtyard
Modernist Courtyard
terraneo landscape designterraneo landscape design
Our custom outdoor coffee table, specifically built to fit the dimensions and shapes of any space. Choose your colour.
Photo of a small midcentury back patio with natural stone paving and no cover.
Private Residence, Back Patio - Caulfield, West Vancouver, BC
Private Residence, Back Patio - Caulfield, West Vancouver, BC
Romex Canada WestRomex Canada West
It's done! The sun has crested the rise and we are already finished. Beautiful, durable, permeable. It's fairly hard in a few hours and in 24 will be fully rock solid.

Budget Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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