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Large Side Patio Ideas and Designs

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Villa à Toulon
Villa à Toulon
KAST DESIGNKAST DESIGN
Inspiration for a large coastal side patio in Paris with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Contemporary New Home Landscape - Caledonia
Contemporary New Home Landscape - Caledonia
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Renn Kuhnen Photography
Photo of a large contemporary side patio in Milwaukee with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and no cover.
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.
Patio
Patio
Rockefeller Kempel ArchitectsRockefeller Kempel Architects
Eric Staudenmaier
Photo of a large farmhouse side patio in Other with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Stanley Blvd, Birmingham
Stanley Blvd, Birmingham
La Marco HomesLa Marco Homes
Outdoor loggia with stone fireplace
Large traditional side patio in Detroit with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Stunning Sausalito Contemporary
Stunning Sausalito Contemporary
UserUser
Stunning Contemporary with San Francisco Views! Rare and Stunning contemporary home boasts sweeping views of SF skyline, Bay Bridge and Alcatraz. Located in one of the best parts of Sausalito, this sun-drenched stunner features a truly magnificent gourmet kitchen, which opens to Great Room-style living, dining and family room areas. Luxurious Master Suite w/amazing views and privacy. Sep. office/large wine cellar/huge storage and gar. Enjoy outdoors w/front view deck, large side patio, terraced gardens and more!
Fire pits
Fire pits
Great Escape LandscapingGreat Escape Landscaping
Large classic side patio in Detroit with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Our Work
Our Work
Deborah Shaw Restoration + Landscape, Inc.Deborah Shaw Restoration + Landscape, Inc.
This is an example of a large modern side patio in Santa Barbara with tiled flooring and no cover.
The Solisysteme Bioclimatic Pergola- Residential
The Solisysteme Bioclimatic Pergola- Residential
PergolaHausPergolaHaus
Photo of a large modern side patio in New York with decking and a pergola.
California Rancher with Pool House
California Rancher with Pool House
LMB InteriorsLMB Interiors
A custom outdoor kitchen features weather resistant Ipe wood cabinetry topped with stained concrete counters and repurposed vintage swivel seating.
Photo of a large contemporary side patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs, no cover and a bar area.
High Ridge Residence
High Ridge Residence
Daniel Conlon ArchitectsDaniel Conlon Architects
Tim Lee Photography Fairfield County Award Winning Architect
Photo of a large classic side patio in New York with natural stone paving, a gazebo and a fire feature.
Agua Caliente Residence
Agua Caliente Residence
Milestone HomesMilestone Homes
Porch patio with wood ceilings and posts, colored concrete surrounded by lush desert landscape. Photo By William Lesch Photography
Large traditional side patio in Phoenix with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Porch with Fireplace / Guest House / Outdoor Living / Personal Getaway
Porch with Fireplace / Guest House / Outdoor Living / Personal Getaway
Bryhn Design/BuildBryhn Design/Build
A relaxing place, with a mountain escape feel, but without the commute.This is a perfect place to spend your Friday evening after a hectic week.
This is an example of a large traditional side patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature, a roof extension and concrete paving.
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
Large classic side patio in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Laguna Beach - Temple Hills
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Large contemporary side patio in Orange County with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a pergola.
LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape
LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
Wonderful seating area under a Great Oak
This is an example of a large contemporary side patio in Santa Barbara with a fire feature and gravel.
English Country House | Greenville, DE
English Country House | Greenville, DE
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional side patio in Wilmington with brick paving and a roof extension.
Courtyard Hacienda
Courtyard Hacienda
chas architectschas architects
Photo of a large mediterranean side patio in Austin with brick paving and a roof extension.
Oakhurst
Oakhurst
Stephen W. Hackney Landscape ArchitectureStephen W. Hackney Landscape Architecture
Still part of the patio, the curved brick steps lead up to a quiet area with a marble bench, rose trellis, and large planted container in the center of the brick and marble circle. SWH
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projects
RDM ArchitectureRDM Architecture
A 3 car garage with carriage house attached by a bridge to the existing house. A light-filled stair leads to the apartment above.
Large classic side patio in Kansas City with brick paving and no cover.

Large Side 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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