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Large Side Patio Ideas and Designs

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Spanish Style - Fairfax Ave. - Hollywood
Spanish Style - Fairfax Ave. - Hollywood
Tom Hunter PhotographyTom Hunter Photography
Garden Pathway, Backyard, Exterior. Tom Hunter Photography
Design ideas for a large side patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, tiled flooring and no cover.
2014 Pinecrest Residence 1 year later
2014 Pinecrest Residence 1 year later
Landscaping by Steve BlaumLandscaping by Steve Blaum
Monica Sarduy
Large contemporary side patio in Miami with natural stone paving.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Ann Holden Design FirmAnn Holden Design Firm
Inspiration for a large traditional side patio in New Orleans with a roof extension and tiled flooring.
West Seattle Arbor Garden
West Seattle Arbor Garden
Terra DesignTerra Design
Large traditional side patio in Seattle with brick paving and a pergola.
PORTFOLIO - Nantucket - Sconset Blackfish Collection
PORTFOLIO - Nantucket - Sconset Blackfish Collection
studio PPARKstudio PPARK
Previous work sample courtesy of workshop/apd, Photography by Donna Dotan.
Large traditional side patio in Boston with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
LEXINGTON | outdoor living
LEXINGTON | outdoor living
Symmetry ArchitectsSymmetry Architects
"Best of Houzz" symmetry ARCHITECTS [architecture] | tatum BROWN homes [builder] | danny PIASSICK [photography]
Photo of a large classic side patio in Dallas with a fire feature, a roof extension and concrete paving.
Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
Inspiration for a large midcentury side patio in San Diego with concrete slabs, a pergola and fencing.
Mediterranean Metamorphosis
Mediterranean Metamorphosis
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
The landscape around this Mediterranean style home was transformed from barren and unusable to a warm and inviting outdoor space, cohesive with the existing architecture and aesthetic of the property. The front yard renovation included the construction of stucco landscape walls to create a front courtyard, with a dimensional cut flagstone patio with ground cover joints, a stucco fire pit, a "floating" composite bench, an urn converted into a recirculating water feature, landscape lighting, drought-tolerant planting, and Palomino gravel. Another stucco wall with a powder-coated steel gate was built at the entry to the backyard, connecting to a stucco column and steel fence along the property line. The backyard was developed into an outdoor living space with custom concrete flat work, dimensional cut flagstone pavers, a bocce ball court, horizontal board screening panels, and Mediterranean-style tile and stucco water feature, a second gas fire pit, capped seat walls, an outdoor shower screen, raised garden beds, a trash can enclosure, trellis, climate-appropriate plantings, low voltage lighting, mulch, and more!
Glen Road
Glen Road
risa boyer architecturerisa boyer architecture
Design ideas for a large retro side patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
Photo of a large midcentury side patio in San Diego with concrete slabs, a pergola and a fireplace.
Trullo
Trullo
Studio TalentStudio Talent
Large mediterranean side patio in Bari with natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Delz Warehouse
Delz Warehouse
CONTENT ArchitectureCONTENT Architecture
This project encompasses the renovation of two aging metal warehouses located on an acre just North of the 610 loop. The larger warehouse, previously an auto body shop, measures 6000 square feet and will contain a residence, art studio, and garage. A light well puncturing the middle of the main residence brightens the core of the deep building. The over-sized roof opening washes light down three masonry walls that define the light well and divide the public and private realms of the residence. The interior of the light well is conceived as a serene place of reflection while providing ample natural light into the Master Bedroom. Large windows infill the previous garage door openings and are shaded by a generous steel canopy as well as a new evergreen tree court to the west. Adjacent, a 1200 sf building is reconfigured for a guest or visiting artist residence and studio with a shared outdoor patio for entertaining. Photo by Peter Molick, Art by Karin Broker
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
Large classic side patio in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Lakeside Poolscape
Lakeside Poolscape
Antonelli Landscape Pool & SpaAntonelli Landscape Pool & Spa
Design ideas for a large side patio in Detroit with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a gazebo.
Modern Marvel
Modern Marvel
Paulina Perrault InteriorsPaulina Perrault Interiors
Jason Wells
Large contemporary side patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
MN Luxury Home Tour
MN Luxury Home Tour
yardscapes Inc.yardscapes Inc.
This 2014 Luxury Home was part of Midwest Home's Tour. David Kopfmann of Yardscapes, was able to lend to the architecture of the home and create some very detailed touches with different styles of stone and plant material. This image is of the side yard, where David used mortared limestone for the fireplace and a concrete paver for the patio. He used plant material to create texture and color. Boulder outcroppings were also used to lend some interest and retaining along the walkway.
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!
Whole Home Remodel Tour
Whole Home Remodel Tour
Thaddeus Drew RemodelingThaddeus Drew Remodeling
Absolutely stunning home - from corner to corner, inside and out.
Inspiration for a large traditional side patio in Dallas with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Landscape transformation: Hayfield to elegant home in Bristol
Landscape transformation: Hayfield to elegant home in Bristol
Bradford Associates, LLCBradford Associates, LLC
An outdoor fireplace is the focal point of this beautiful bluestone patio for entertaining.
Design ideas for a large classic side patio in Providence with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Summit Park House
Summit Park House
Stephenson Design CollectiveStephenson Design Collective
Andrew Pogue Photography
Large contemporary side patio in Seattle with a roof extension and tiled flooring.

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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