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Mediterranean Patio Ideas and Designs

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Ballmont Lazy River
Ballmont Lazy River
Ryan Hughes DesignRyan Hughes Design
Decorative custom made cushions and outdoor pillows are used to add comfort to the circular fire pit area on the island. Tropical plantings add privacy. Photo by Joe Traina
PCH, Malibu
PCH, Malibu
ROC Design, IncROC Design, Inc
Photo of a mediterranean courtyard patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and no cover.
Carnegie
Carnegie
Story Design and Construction, Inc.Story Design and Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a mediterranean front patio in Sacramento with a water feature.
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Mandala GardensMandala Gardens
Photo of a mediterranean patio in Santa Barbara with a water feature.
Rustic-Mediterranean Oasis
Rustic-Mediterranean Oasis
JRP Design & RemodelJRP Design & Remodel
Natural elements such as the mangaris wood door enclosed in a black steel frame, the 1 ½” thick Sweetwater multi-blend flagstone, and the Country Cypress Ridge stacked stone by El Dorado Stone along the columns, create a warm array of tones to compliment the residence. This casual dining area is lit by this beautiful 6-Light Wine Barrel Chandelier from Gracefully Restored, mounted to the Pergola which offers shade during the summer sun. Tom Clary -Clarified Studios
N. Mission Hills
N. Mission Hills
Priority 1 Project ManagementPriority 1 Project Management
Design ideas for a mediterranean courtyard patio in San Diego with a water feature.
Outdoor Rooms
Outdoor Rooms
chas architectschas architects
Authentic materials, hand crafted details, and carefully scaled architectural elements create an overall ambiance much like one would find in an old European country home.
Olmos Park
Olmos Park
CKC Custom HomesCKC Custom Homes
Siggi Ragner
Photo of a mediterranean patio in Austin with fencing.
Summer Kitchen Alaqua Lakes
Summer Kitchen Alaqua Lakes
Ayers Homes, Inc.Ayers Homes, Inc.
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in Orlando.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
RJohnston Interiors, Inc.RJohnston Interiors, Inc.
Harrison Photographic
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, a pergola and natural stone paving.
Las Villas
Las Villas
DeMaria Landtech, Inc.DeMaria Landtech, Inc.
Nice fire pit with bench. Flagstone seat and back rest. Flagstone steppers with ground cover growing between.
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in San Diego with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Vista la Playa
Vista la Playa
Pat Brodie Landscape DesignPat Brodie Landscape Design
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Santa Barbara.
Courtyard
Courtyard
Arterra Landscape ArchitectsArterra Landscape Architects
Photo of a mediterranean courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
Best Project Shots
Best Project Shots
Designscapes Colorado Inc.Designscapes Colorado Inc.
Phil Steinhauer
This is an example of a mediterranean courtyard patio in Denver.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Mediterranean patio in Dallas with a bbq area.
Design Build: Carlsbad Tuscan Colors
Design Build: Carlsbad Tuscan Colors
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in San Diego with natural stone paving.
Middle East Proyects
Middle East Proyects
UserUser
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in Miami with a roof extension.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean patio in San Diego with a fire feature.
Reed
Reed
Riviera Bronze Mfg.Riviera Bronze Mfg.
This is an example of a mediterranean courtyard patio in Los Angeles with no cover.

Mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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.
Castle Pines House
Castle Pines House
Gayle Berkey ArchitectsGayle Berkey Architects
Real estate photos - Public Domain
Photo of a mediterranean back patio in Denver with brick paving and a bbq area.
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