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Large Midcentury Patio Ideas and Designs

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Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
Photo of a large retro side patio in San Diego with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Midcentury Patio
Midcentury Patio
Design ideas for a large midcentury back patio in Other with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Beverly Hills MicCentury Modern
Beverly Hills MicCentury Modern
Dutton Architects Inc.Dutton Architects Inc.
Dutton Architects did an extensive renovation of a post and beam mid-century modern house in the canyons of Beverly Hills. The house was brought down to the studs, with new interior and exterior finishes, windows and doors, lighting, etc. A secure exterior door allows the visitor to enter into a garden before arriving at a glass wall and door that leads inside, allowing the house to feel as if the front garden is part of the interior space. Similarly, large glass walls opening to a new rear gardena and pool emphasizes the indoor-outdoor qualities of this house. photos by Undine Prohl
South Canyon: Colorful Modern Mix
South Canyon: Colorful Modern Mix
UserUser
Large midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with a pergola, a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space
Blue Sierra Landscape ConstructionBlue Sierra Landscape Construction
A concrete patio with a modern planter box compliments this modern home. A rounded concrete coping defines the flower bed, while concrete retaining walls and steps soften the overall look. Ultra-Low surface roughness concrete is sandblasted with dark glass beads to achieve the patina finish.
Highball House in Palm Springs, CA
Highball House in Palm Springs, CA
Emily Pertzborn InteriorsEmily Pertzborn Interiors
Design ideas for a large midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Westwood Rooftop Living Space
Westwood Rooftop Living Space
SunCoast Pedestal Pavers LLCSunCoast Pedestal Pavers LLC
Design ideas for a large retro patio in Los Angeles with tiled flooring.
50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE
50's ITALIAN LAKE HOUSE
Tommaso Giunchi ArchitettiTommaso Giunchi Architetti
vista dal giardino del vialetto e della terrazza coperta da vite canadese. Rivestimento pavimento terrazza in resina rossa bordeaux che richiama il colore originale delle persiane.
Sunrise-Sunset House
Sunrise-Sunset House
square three architecture, incsquare three architecture, inc
Photo of a large midcentury back patio in San Francisco.
Lotus on Orange
Lotus on Orange
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Ryan Gamma Photography
Design ideas for a large retro back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Pool Deck
Pool Deck
Cutting Edge Yard ArtCutting Edge Yard Art
This is an example of a large midcentury back patio in Other with a fireplace and concrete paving.
Magnolia Outdoor Living
Magnolia Outdoor Living
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Large midcentury back patio in Seattle with no cover.
Mid-Century Remodel
Mid-Century Remodel
David Henig, ArchitectDavid Henig, Architect
Eric Rorer
Large retro back patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Brentwood - Sullivan Canyon
Brentwood - Sullivan Canyon
Susan Jay DesignSusan Jay Design
Susan Jay
This is an example of a large midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern Frontyard Landscape Remodel
Palm Springs Mid-Century Modern Frontyard Landscape Remodel
Designs by PatriceDesigns by Patrice
Palm Springs beautifully shaded large, secluded concrete paver patio with custom firepit, fountain, and BBQ island. With 2 large field-grown Museum Palo Verde trees for shade. This project completely redesigned the entire property inside and out, and created a new large courtyard in the front yard.
Lanai Doors in Huntington Beach, CA
Lanai Doors in Huntington Beach, CA
Lanai DoorsLanai Doors
Open up your wall to literally Bring The Outdoors In with a Lanai Doors bifolding door. Making your exterior part of your living space.
Design ideas for a large midcentury back patio in Orange County with concrete slabs.
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Environment ArchitectsEnvironment Architects
This is an example of a large midcentury side patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and an awning.
3 Palms - Firepit
3 Palms - Firepit
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Midcentury Modern Yard Expansion - Frontyard Firepit Patio
Large retro patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Saratoga
Saratoga
HWH Home and GardenHWH Home and Garden
Belagard Pavers - Catalina Grana Toscana and Aspen border. Daybed swing and pond
This is an example of a large midcentury back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Mary Anne Smiley InteriorsMary Anne Smiley Interiors
Danny Piassick
Photo of a large retro back patio in Austin with a water feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Large Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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