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Courtyard Patio with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Folsom Lake Overlook
Folsom Lake Overlook
Wu-Way LandscapeWu-Way Landscape
photo by Jim Pyle
This is an example of a small mediterranean courtyard patio in Sacramento with a water feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Entrance to Napa Valley Home with Fountain
Entrance to Napa Valley Home with Fountain
Lou Penning Landscapes Inc.Lou Penning Landscapes Inc.
This beautiful courtyard was designed around a pergola and fountain. A collection of containers and flowering plants accentuate this tranquil entrance to this Napa Valley home.
The Vanberstarren
The Vanberstarren
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Bridge floating over a 48 linear feet long pond connecting main entrance to driveway
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary courtyard patio in Toronto with a water feature, gravel and a pergola.
Water walls
Water walls
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Water walls by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.
This is an example of a classic courtyard patio in Miami with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Exterior Spaces
Exterior Spaces
Tandem Architecture & ConstructionTandem Architecture & Construction
Landscape Architect: Jacobs/Ryan Associates, Photo Credit: Stephen Johnson
This is an example of a large contemporary courtyard patio in Chicago with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Aluminum Patio Covers
Aluminum Patio Covers
Josh Heckman Construction Inc.Josh Heckman Construction Inc.
Aluminum pergola and. paver patio
Design ideas for a medium sized classic courtyard patio in Sacramento with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a gazebo.
Pool Terrace
Pool Terrace
Hill Swift Architect, pllcHill Swift Architect, pllc
Design ideas for a medium sized classic courtyard patio in Houston with brick paving and a gazebo.
California Beach House
California Beach House
Builder BoyBuilder Boy
This courtyard patio connects to the dining room through glass double doors, making the transition from indoor to outdoor entertaining a breeze. We partnered with Jennifer Allison Design on this project. Her design firm contacted us to paint the entire house - inside and out. Images are used with permission. You can contact her at (310) 488-0331 for more information.
Wood Work & Structures
Wood Work & Structures
Serenity DesignsSerenity Designs
Custom Pergola & Furniture
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic courtyard patio in Sacramento with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Make an entrance
Make an entrance
UserUser
Exterior chrome, wood and glass staircase leading delightful courtyard garden. Colin Cadle Photography, Photo Styling by Jan Cadle
This is an example of a contemporary courtyard patio steps in Devon with a roof extension.
Outdoor living room slate patio in Manalapan, Florida
Outdoor living room slate patio in Manalapan, Florida
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Outdoor living area, black slate patios by Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc. in Manalapan, Florida
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired courtyard patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
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.
Mediterranean Courtyard
Mediterranean Courtyard
Sustain ScapeSustain Scape
Inckx Photography
Inspiration for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with a fire feature and a pergola.
Rider Architects
Rider Architects
IQ Outdoor LivingIQ Outdoor Living
Cantilever automated louvre roof to create a large outdoor living space | Rider Architects | UmbrisbyIQ Enhance your outdoor living space.
Design ideas for a contemporary courtyard patio in Buckinghamshire with a pergola.
Fair Winds
Fair Winds
Lane Williams ArchitectsLane Williams Architects
Fire pit with awning.
Photo of an expansive modern courtyard patio in Seattle with gravel and an awning.
Hi-Tec Ranch
Hi-Tec Ranch
April BallietteApril Balliette
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary courtyard patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Napa
Napa
UserUser
Large courtyard patio in Other with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
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.
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.

Courtyard Patio with All Types of Cover 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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