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Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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Fairhaven
Fairhaven
Byrne ArchitectsByrne Architects
Scandi courtyard patio in Geelong with a fireplace, concrete slabs and no cover.
Historic Highlands
Historic Highlands
Prolithic DesignsProlithic Designs
This is an example of a small traditional courtyard patio in Denver with stamped concrete and no cover.
Napa
Napa
UserUser
Large courtyard patio in Other with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Modern Spanish Revival
Modern Spanish Revival
SDG ArchitectsSDG Architects
Photo by John Merkl
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in San Francisco with a roof extension, concrete paving and a fireplace.
Luxury Listed Garden Apartment in Primrose Hill
Luxury Listed Garden Apartment in Primrose Hill
Robert Rhodes Architecture + InteriorsRobert Rhodes Architecture + Interiors
St. George's Terrace is our luxurious renovation of a grand, Grade II Listed garden apartment in the centre of Primrose Hill village, North London. Meticulously renovated after 40 years in the same hands, we reinstated the grand salon, kitchen and dining room - added a Crittall style breakfast room, and dug out additional space at basement level to form a third bedroom and second bathroom.
Spanish Colonial | Soledad Mountain Rd, La Jolla
Spanish Colonial | Soledad Mountain Rd, La Jolla
San Diego Home PhotographySan Diego Home Photography
San Diego Home Photography
This is an example of a large courtyard patio in San Diego with tiled flooring, no cover and a fireplace.
Dartmoor
Dartmoor
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Photo of a large contemporary courtyard patio in Phoenix with tiled flooring, no cover and a fireplace.
Grass joints
Grass joints
Conservation GrassConservation Grass
Photo of a traditional courtyard patio in Dallas with a water feature and no cover.
Fire Table on Paving Stone Patio
Fire Table on Paving Stone Patio
SOLKOR | Creating Stunning Outdoor Living SpacesSOLKOR | Creating Stunning Outdoor Living Spaces
Inspiration for an expansive traditional courtyard patio in Calgary with a fire feature, concrete paving and a gazebo.
Silverleaf Home 15
Silverleaf Home 15
Sonora West Development, Inc.Sonora West Development, Inc.
Brian Dunham Photography brdunham.com
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
HIGHLAND WATER FEATURES
HIGHLAND WATER FEATURES
Red River Lights, LLCRed River Lights, LLC
Again on these 2 playfull Otters we used a blending of colors to create a more natural yet surreal scene with the Otters sliding into there hidden pool at night. With the Help of Blain Evans of LA Custom Lawncare, we were able to get lights hidden in little alcoves and a small pool on top. This helps complete the scene. Its not just a water feature that has lights on it. The lighting becomes part of the art. Drawing you in to the scene full of imagination. Red River Lights Blain Evans, LA Custom Lawncare Neil Johnson Photography
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
An Asian-inspired courtyard walkway features Fiberon composite decking and is flanked with white stone gravel, walk-way lighting, a bamboo container garden, and bench seating, which was built from the same composite deck board material. The main walk-way features Fiberon's newest Symmetry Collection decking in 'Burnt Umber'. The border is Fiberon Horizon decking in 'Tudor Brown'. Visit www.fiberondecking.com
Montclair: California Modern Love
Montclair: California Modern Love
The Home Co.The Home Co.
Marcell Puzsar Bright Room SF
Inspiration for a midcentury courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature and no cover.
Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters
Weatherwell Elite Aluminum Shutters
Next Generation Custom BlindsNext Generation Custom Blinds
These home owners used Weatherwell Elite aluminum shutters to create privacy in their outdoor pavilion. The wood grain powder coat complements their rustic design scheme, and the operable louvers allow them to regulate the airflow.
Troon Residence
Troon Residence
Jay Baker ArchitectsJay Baker Architects
This is an example of a medium sized classic courtyard patio in Houston with brick paving and a pergola.
West London Courtyard
West London Courtyard
Karen Rogers at KR Garden DesignKaren Rogers at KR Garden Design
Walpole Garden, Chiswick Photography by Caroline Mardon - www.carolinemardon.com
Inspiration for a small classic courtyard patio in London with brick paving.
Gatti House 1
Gatti House 1
Barlow & Barlow DesignBarlow & Barlow Design
Simon Maxwell
Small traditional courtyard patio in London with a living wall.
Modern Rustic Home
Modern Rustic Home
UserUser
Photo of a large courtyard patio in Denver with a fire feature and gravel.
Brick paver pool deck, outdoor fireplace and kitchen on raised bluestone patio
Brick paver pool deck, outdoor fireplace and kitchen on raised bluestone patio
Mufson Landscape, Pool & DesignMufson Landscape, Pool & Design
Installation of brick paver pool deck, raised patio with outdoor kitchen, dining area, fireplace, walkway and landscape
Design ideas for a large classic courtyard patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a gazebo.
Valley Estate
Valley Estate
Damian Farrell Design GroupDamian Farrell Design Group
There are vegetable patches in containers made of railroad ties, and stone and gravel on the primary patio area. French doors and large windows let sunlight flow throughout the home.

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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