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Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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Logan Circle Loft Terraces
Logan Circle Loft Terraces
GardenWiseGardenWise
Michael K. Wilkinson
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in DC Metro with a potted garden, concrete paving and an awning.
La Jolla Blvd.
La Jolla Blvd.
Jeanne Liem Architecture + DesignJeanne Liem Architecture + Design
Medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in San Diego with an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
Mediterranean Villa and Mexican Colonial Casita in La Jolla
Mediterranean Villa and Mexican Colonial Casita in La Jolla
Anna Rodé Designs, Inc.Anna Rodé Designs, Inc.
The old Mexico feel of the front patio is enhanced by this wall fountain mounted on a painted tile wall. The large stone table with heavy wooden base is an import from Mexico, as are nearly all other design items in the home.
Cellar Court Custom Home
Cellar Court Custom Home
LaFosse ConstructionLaFosse Construction
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in New Orleans with a fire feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Fremantle Courtyard
Fremantle Courtyard
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Peta North
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in Perth with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Secret House
Secret House
Edgley DesignEdgley Design
Contemporary courtyard patio in London with decking and no cover.
Greenwich Village Backyard
Greenwich Village Backyard
Jeffrey ErbJeffrey Erb
A dark backyard was given a new life with dramatic additions of built in planting beds, custom cut salvaged pavers, green screen trellis and a ton of charm. The reclaimed barn doors add a focal point to the east wall while the custom built two-tier planting system allows vines to fill this garden which spans two floors of the client's home.
Vine Hill Road Straw Bale Residence
Vine Hill Road Straw Bale Residence
Arkin Tilt ArchitectsArkin Tilt Architects
Natural materials and landscape-based shading strategies give richness and texture to the simple passive solar volumes. © www.edwardcaldwellphoto.com
Cliff House outdoor entertaining area
Cliff House outdoor entertaining area
Scott Allen ArchitectureScott Allen Architecture
Outdoor entertaining area connects the main house to the boathouse. Tim Bies photo.
Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard patio in Seattle.
Newport Beach Loggia
Newport Beach Loggia
Concept Design, Inc.Concept Design, Inc.
Martin King
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Orange County with tiled flooring and no cover.
Pool patio
Pool patio
Dana NicholsDana Nichols
Dana Nichols © 2012 Houzz
Photo of a midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County.
Atherton Farmhouse
Atherton Farmhouse
Clarum HomesClarum Homes
Inspiration for a traditional courtyard patio in San Francisco with no cover.
outdoor living
outdoor living
V.I.Photography & DesignV.I.Photography & Design
Vincent Ivicevic
This is an example of a mediterranean courtyard patio in Orange County.
Mid-North Residence
Mid-North Residence
Vinci | Hamp ArchitectsVinci | Hamp Architects
Architecture by Vinci | Hamp Architects, Inc. Interiors by Stephanie Wohlner Design. Lighting by Lux Populi. Construction by Goldberg General Contracting, Inc. Photos by Eric Hausman.
Welcoming Workspace
Welcoming Workspace
Four of Six LandscapeFour of Six Landscape
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio in Milwaukee with tiled flooring.
New Construction - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood
New Construction - Drexel Ave. West Hollywood
Luxe RemodelLuxe Remodel
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Modern Colonial
Modern Colonial
Derrick ArchitectureDerrick Architecture
Outdoor patio odd the sunroom provides views of the pool and any approaching guests. The arched pass through is reminiscent of a horse farm.
Expansive traditional courtyard patio in Chicago with brick paving and a pergola.
Rosewood Ranch Estates & Rosewood Summit Estates
Rosewood Ranch Estates & Rosewood Summit Estates
Rosewood HomesRosewood Homes
Courtyard with Disappearing Walls of Glass
Design ideas for a traditional courtyard patio in Phoenix with no cover.
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.

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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