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Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Platinum Homes by Mark MolthanPlatinum Homes by Mark Molthan
Inspiration for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Dallas.
Covered outdoor patio.
Covered outdoor patio.
COLECCION ALEXANDRACOLECCION ALEXANDRA
COLECCION ALEXANDRA has conceived this Spanish villa as their showcase space - intriguing visitors with possibilities that their entirely bespoke collections of furniture, lighting, fabrics, rugs and accessories presents to specifiers and home owners alike. Project name: ALEXANDRA SHOWHOUSE Interior design by: COLECCION ALEXANDRA Furniture manufactured by: COLECCION ALEXANDRA Photo by: Imagostudio.es
Oz Architects
Oz Architects
Don ZiebellDon Ziebell
exterior spaces, petanque court, entry court
Design ideas for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with a water feature.
Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Areas
Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Areas
Design Outdoors LimitedDesign Outdoors Limited
A countryside garden with a BBQ and side burner, Reclaimed brick used for the structure.
Photo of a small classic courtyard patio in Kent with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Mid Century Zen
Mid Century Zen
Lori Gentile Interior DesignLori Gentile Interior Design
This Zen Garden is a play on textures and shapes all combined to create harmony and peace. The quiet color palette adds to the ease and restfulness making this space a comfortable space to recharge or casually entertain.
Bureaux Paris
Bureaux Paris
Juliette BretonJuliette Breton
Un salon au style scandinave et contemporain, bibliothèque sur mesure peinte dans un camaïeu de bleus pour donner de la profondeur. Un panneau en varian, matério bio à base de lin, translucide, laisse passer la lumière tout en séparant l'espace. Mobilier contemporain, canapé et pouf en velours, coussins tableaux, table basse en métal et marbre vert, tapis berbère, suspensions en laiton.
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Inspiration for a large classic courtyard patio in DC Metro with decking and no cover.
Costa Mesa 2017
Costa Mesa 2017
xeristyle | exterior | designxeristyle | exterior | design
Nicklaus Paulo of xeristyle | exterior | design
This is an example of a midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Modern House
Modern House
Element Design GroupElement Design Group
Medium sized modern courtyard patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Contemporary Courtyard Didsbury Manchester
Contemporary Courtyard Didsbury Manchester
Outside Rooms Garden DesignOutside Rooms Garden Design
Smart contemporary courtyard. K Rend walls and raised planters, Evergreen planting including olive trees, box and lavanders. Corner seating and infra-red heater. Harvest Limestone paving. Pleached evergreen trees.
Florida Pool Waterfall and Outdoor living room
Florida Pool Waterfall and Outdoor living room
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
In this Florida Pool waterfall the stone is black slate stone by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc. Swimming pool by First Class Pools.
OLD COUNTRY SCHOOL
OLD COUNTRY SCHOOL
MIKEL LARRINAGA Arquitectura Interior & DecoraciónMIKEL LARRINAGA Arquitectura Interior & Decoración
Montse Garriga (Nuevo Estilo)
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Bilbao with a roof extension and tiled flooring.
West Bell
West Bell
William W. Stubbs and AssociatesWilliam W. Stubbs and Associates
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in Houston with a water feature, brick paving and a gazebo.
Casa Aldea
Casa Aldea
TerraTerra
Alfonso Alarcon
Design ideas for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Other.
23 Downing Street
23 Downing Street
The Turett CollaborativeThe Turett Collaborative
Photo of a contemporary courtyard patio steps in New York.
Mediterranean Courtyard
Mediterranean Courtyard
Sustain ScapeSustain Scape
Inckx Photography
Inspiration for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with a fire feature and a pergola.
Loggia and Side Courtyard
Loggia and Side Courtyard
Heritage Design StudioHeritage Design Studio
Loggia leading to the main entry of the home, with side Courtyard. Venetian Custom Homes, Imagery Intelligence
Photo of a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Dallas with brick paving, a fire feature and no cover.
Brighton Home
Brighton Home
MR.MITCHELLMR.MITCHELL
Photo Andrew Wuttke
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Melbourne with decking and no cover.
Kitchen, Outdoor, and Bathroom Tile
Kitchen, Outdoor, and Bathroom Tile
Rustic Brick and FireplaceRustic Brick and Fireplace
Large mediterranean courtyard patio in Sacramento with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Courtyard / Backyard of a spectacular luxury estate
Courtyard / Backyard of a spectacular luxury estate
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
Beautiful pictures of the courtyard and backyard of one of our luxury estates in Scottsdale located in Scottsdale, AZ. Check out our Facebook Fan Page at www.Facebook.com/FratantoniLuxuryEstates

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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