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Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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Fountainscape in Saline, MI
Fountainscape in Saline, MI
Poseidon Ponds & LandscapingPoseidon Ponds & Landscaping
We turned this old mill stone into a water feature and bird bath for one of our customers. We placed it just outside their living room window so they can enjoy the noise of the water and watch the birds play in the water.
South End Townhouse
South End Townhouse
Elms Interior DesignElms Interior Design
Photography by Michael J. Lee
Inspiration for a medium sized retro courtyard patio in Boston with a living wall, natural stone paving 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
Estate in Northern California
Estate in Northern California
Robert Frear ArchitectsRobert Frear Architects
Medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
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 modern courtyard patio in Atlanta with decomposed granite.
Aire
Aire
John Robert Wiltgen Design, Inc.John Robert Wiltgen Design, Inc.
Imaginative architectural detailing compliments the building’s art deco details. Highly effective space planning separates the back of the house from the public areas. And, an exceptional furniture, furnishings, and plant package gives Aire an edge that attracts the curiosity and interest of the media and public.
春風の家　中庭を外玄関に！光を取り込む住まい
春風の家　中庭を外玄関に！光を取り込む住まい
樋口章建築アトリエ樋口章建築アトリエ
平井美行
Photo of a world-inspired courtyard patio in Other with no cover.
French Retreat
French Retreat
Rosie Browne-Clayton DesignsRosie Browne-Clayton Designs
Large mediterranean courtyard patio in Oxfordshire with no cover.
Traditional Living Room
Traditional Living Room
Coleccion Alexandra UKColeccion Alexandra UK
World-inspired courtyard patio in Other with a gazebo.
Apartment Renovation of outdoor living space
Apartment Renovation of outdoor living space
OutdecoOutdeco
Alyssa and Lysandra utilised "Star Anais' Outdeco Garden screen and Vertiscape Vertical Garden to transform the outdoor living space in their terrace on The Block.
Santiam Fire Pit
Santiam Fire Pit
Kaufman Homes, Inc.Kaufman Homes, Inc.
Photo by: Rick Keating
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Portland with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Golden Oak Spanish Revival Residence -2
Golden Oak Spanish Revival Residence -2
Ron Manzo DesignRon Manzo Design
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Tampa with no cover, a water feature and tiled flooring.
Georgica Pool Side Retreat
Georgica Pool Side Retreat
Harmonia Inc.Harmonia Inc.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean courtyard patio in New York with no cover, a water feature and stamped concrete.
The Pasinetti House
The Pasinetti House
ArtCraft Homes LLCArtCraft Homes LLC
Newly restored patio courtyard of the Pasinetti House, Beverly Hills, 2008. Sliders by Fleetwood. Glass courtesy of DuPont via OldCastle Glass. Ecotech Italian porcelain terrazzo floor tiles courtesy of Walker Zanger. Sculpture by Christopher Georgesco, son of architect Haralamb Georgescu. Photographed by Marc Angeles.
Modern Courtyard Garden
Modern Courtyard Garden
Unique Landscapes LtdUnique Landscapes Ltd
Small modern courtyard patio in West Midlands with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Private Golf Residence, Rancho Mirage, CA
Private Golf Residence, Rancho Mirage, CA
Lyons Johnston AssociatesLyons Johnston Associates
Peak Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen and Matching Bar
Outdoor Kitchen and Matching Bar
Family LeisureFamily Leisure
Russ Greene
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury courtyard patio in Indianapolis.
Society Hill Townhouse
Society Hill Townhouse
Phillip Johnson ConstructionPhillip Johnson Construction
Don Pearse Photographers
Design ideas for a large modern courtyard patio in Philadelphia with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Townhome Patio area
Townhome Patio area
Home Remedy LLCHome Remedy LLC
This space was unattractive, visible by all the neighbors and totally unused by the homeowners. We added this cool horizontal fence and filled in the area with pavers and different types of rock and it's amazing how it changed the look of this space. A few plants and it was set.
Cole
Cole
Manias Associates Building DesignersManias Associates Building Designers
Internal North facing courtyard for Williamstown project. View of stairs and preliminary garden design to internal courtyards. Windows and doors are aluminum and floors are off white travertine marble. A similar treatment to the first floor provides for the stack effect and cross ventilation.

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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