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Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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Un patio de ville
Un patio de ville
UserUser
Un projet de patio urbain en pein centre de Nantes. Un petit havre de paix désormais, élégant et dans le soucis du détail. Du bois et de la pierre comme matériaux principaux. Un éclairage différencié mettant en valeur les végétaux est mis en place.
Modern Mercer Island Home with Large Windows
Modern Mercer Island Home with Large Windows
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Seating Area in modern home with large sliding doors to the patio.
Photo of a large coastal courtyard patio in Seattle with concrete paving and no cover.
Downtown Charleston- Prices Alley Remodel
Downtown Charleston- Prices Alley Remodel
Renaissance South Construction Co.Renaissance South Construction Co.
Photos by Holger Obenaus
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in Charleston with brick paving and no cover.
Concrete BBQ Surround
Concrete BBQ Surround
UserUser
Custom concrete and wood bbq surround.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern courtyard patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and no cover.
Oakpass
Oakpass
Dressed DesignDressed Design
Inspiration for a midcentury courtyard patio in Other with no cover.
The Carriage House
The Carriage House
Colin Grey VoigtColin Grey Voigt
Colin Grey Voigt
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in Charleston with concrete slabs and no cover.
Private Courtyard Addition
Private Courtyard Addition
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Private courtyard - Master suite deck
Design ideas for a large classic courtyard patio in Columbus with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Entry Courtyard
Entry Courtyard
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in San Luis Obispo with a water feature, concrete paving and a pergola.
Perry Park Residence and Equestrian Facility - Patio Area
Perry Park Residence and Equestrian Facility - Patio Area
Vertical Arts ArchitectureVertical Arts Architecture
Patio area with hot tub and seating area.
This is an example of a large contemporary courtyard patio in Denver with a fire feature, tiled flooring and a pergola.
Windermere Private Residence
Windermere Private Residence
J Richard Watson Construction Company, Inc.J Richard Watson Construction Company, Inc.
Lawrence Taylor Photography
Medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Orlando with brick paving and no cover.
La Ruina Habitada
La Ruina Habitada
Jesus Castillo Oli ArquitectoJesus Castillo Oli Arquitecto
Fotografía de Ángel Baltanás
Photo of a medium sized industrial courtyard patio in Other with gravel and no cover.
Toro Canyon Tuscan Style Pool and Landscape | Santa Barbara CA
Toro Canyon Tuscan Style Pool and Landscape | Santa Barbara CA
Natural Concepts Landscaping ContractorsNatural Concepts Landscaping Contractors
Design | Tim Doles Landscape Design Photography | Kurt Jordan Photography
Inspiration for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Santa Barbara with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Albergo al mare
Albergo al mare
Studio TalentStudio Talent
Design ideas for a small mediterranean courtyard patio in Bari with natural stone paving.
Nightingale
Nightingale
spfaspfa
Design ideas for a large contemporary courtyard patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Moorish-Inspired Hacienda Courtyard
Moorish-Inspired Hacienda Courtyard
Clemens & Associates Inc.Clemens & Associates Inc.
Hacienda-style front courtyard with a Mediterranean- stye carved stone fountain with blue tile and rustic-style wood outdoor seating with plush cushions. Photo Credit: Kirk Gittings
大きなキッチンに人が集う家
大きなキッチンに人が集う家
株式会社テラジマアーキテクツ株式会社テラジマアーキテクツ
アウトサイドリビングにもなるテラス
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Tokyo with no cover, an outdoor kitchen and tiled flooring.
Spanish Mediterranean
Spanish Mediterranean
Maraya Interior DesignMaraya Interior Design
Walls with thick plaster arches and simple tile designs feel very natural and earthy in the warm Southern California sun. Terra cotta floor tiles are stained to mimic very old tile inside and outside in the Spanish courtyard shaded by a 'new' old olive tree. The outdoor plaster and brick fireplace has touches of antique Indian and Moroccan items. An outdoor garden shower graces the exterior of the master bath with freestanding white tub- while taking advantage of the warm Ojai summers. The open kitchen design includes all natural stone counters of white marble, a large range with a plaster range hood and custom hand painted tile on the back splash. Wood burning fireplaces with iron doors, great rooms with hand scraped wide walnut planks in this delightful stay cool home. Stained wood beams, trusses and planked ceilings along with custom creative wood doors with Spanish and Indian accents throughout this home gives a distinctive California Exotic feel. Project Location: Ojai designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more.Spanish Revival home in Ojai.
Hacienda
Hacienda
Young ConstructionYoung Construction
Photo of a large courtyard patio in Santa Barbara with a water feature, brick paving and no cover.
Canopy Lane Courtyard
Canopy Lane Courtyard
William Hezmalhalch ArchitectsWilliam Hezmalhalch Architects
Photo by Eric Figge
Medium sized courtyard patio in Orange County.
Modern Courtyard Home
Modern Courtyard Home
Atelier Drome ArchitectureAtelier Drome Architecture
The backyard is designed to take advantage of the abundant space and allows for plenty of outdoor living throughout the year in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.

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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