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Luxury Midcentury Patio Ideas and Designs

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Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Private space for two adjacent to the study features a bluestone patio, bluestone walls and subtle lighting accents. More low-profile plantings with a specimen Japanese maple further enhance the Mid Century Modern theme.
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.
For the Love of MCM
For the Love of MCM
Sklar StudiosSklar Studios
Medium sized retro side patio in San Diego with concrete slabs and a pergola.
Green Hills House
Green Hills House
Don Tankersley & Co.Don Tankersley & Co.
Photo of a midcentury back patio in Portland with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Revitalised Retro Victorian Home
Revitalised Retro Victorian Home
My Bespoke RoomMy Bespoke Room
Modern garden oasis.
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury back patio steps in Hampshire.
Mid-Century Modern Patio--Lake Forest
Mid-Century Modern Patio--Lake Forest
Apple LandscapingApple Landscaping
Mid-century modern patio area and retaining walls
Design ideas for a medium sized retro patio in Chicago.
Eddy Road Back Patio
Eddy Road Back Patio
Hastings Construction IncHastings Construction Inc
View of the Valley
Medium sized retro patio in Other.
Ridgemont Residence
Ridgemont Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Rear yard from lawn corner with detached pergola at deck with hot tub. Fountain at left. Windows were inspired by Japanese shoji screens and industrial loft window systems. Horizontal alignments of all window muntin bars were fully coordinated throughout. Photo by Clark Dugger
The Pasinetti House
The Pasinetti House
ArtCraft Homes LLCArtCraft Homes LLC
Newly restored patio courtyard of the Pasinetti House, Beverly Hills, 2008. Sliders by Fleetwood. Glass courtesy of DuPont via OldCastle Glass. Ecotech Italian porcelain terrazzo floor tiles courtesy of Walker Zanger. Sculpture by Christopher Georgesco, son of architect Haralamb Georgescu. Photographed by Marc Angeles.
Berry Road
Berry Road
Brent Swift DesignBrent Swift Design
Tim Hursley
Medium sized midcentury side patio in Oklahoma City with a water feature, natural stone paving and an awning.
Mid-Century Post and Beam
Mid-Century Post and Beam
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back patio in Los Angeles with stamped concrete.
Midcentury modern
Midcentury modern
Scott Basile PhotographyScott Basile Photography
©Scott Basile Photography
This is an example of a retro patio in San Diego with natural stone paving, no cover and a fireplace.
Mid-Century Modern Escarpment Retreat - Grimsby
Mid-Century Modern Escarpment Retreat - Grimsby
LandArtLandArt
A little surprise beyond the linear pool area. A natural fire pit sitting area.
Inspiration for a retro patio in Toronto.
Olympus Cove
Olympus Cove
DFS Construction Inc.DFS Construction Inc.
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury back patio in Salt Lake City with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Bell Canyon Residence
Bell Canyon Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
View from the Living Room with Dining room, courtyard patio and pergola covered outdoor dining with mature trees at the back. The interior spaces of the Great Room are punctuated by a series of wide Fleetwood Aluminum multi-sliding glass doors positioned to frame the gardens and patio beyond while the concrete floor transitions from inside to out.
St Petersburg
St Petersburg
Phil Kean Design GroupPhil Kean Design Group
Photo of a midcentury patio in Tampa.
Napa Winery
Napa Winery
Banner Day InteriorsBanner Day Interiors
Inspiration for an expansive retro back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
ASID San Diego Design Excellence Awards 2014
ASID San Diego Design Excellence Awards 2014
ASID San Diego ChapterASID San Diego Chapter
2nd Place Residential Space under 3500 sq ft Rosella Gonzalez, Allied Member ASID Jackson Design and Remodeling
Photo of a large midcentury back patio in San Diego with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.
Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Kitchen
Tongue & Groove Design + BuildTongue & Groove Design + Build
Joshua Curry Photography, Rick Ricozzi Photography
This is an example of a medium sized retro back patio in Wilmington with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Mary Anne Smiley InteriorsMary Anne Smiley Interiors
Danny Piassick
Large midcentury back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Luxury 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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