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Mediterranean Patio Ideas and Designs

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Ideal Outdoor Living Spaces
Ideal Outdoor Living Spaces
Trinity Homes of Las CrucesTrinity Homes of Las Cruces
Mediterranean courtyard patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
Arcadia Spanish Colonial | Courtyard
Arcadia Spanish Colonial | Courtyard
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
The landscape of this home honors the formality of Spanish Colonial / Santa Barbara Style early homes in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix. By re-grading the lot and allowing for terraced opportunities, we featured a variety of hardscape stone, brick, and decorative tiles that reinforce the eclectic Spanish Colonial feel. Cantera and La Negra volcanic stone, brick, natural field stone, and handcrafted Spanish decorative tiles are used to establish interest throughout the property. A front courtyard patio includes a hand painted tile fountain and sitting area near the outdoor fire place. This patio features formal Boxwood hedges, Hibiscus, and a rose garden set in pea gravel. The living room of the home opens to an outdoor living area which is raised three feet above the pool. This allowed for opportunity to feature handcrafted Spanish tiles and raised planters. The side courtyard, with stepping stones and Dichondra grass, surrounds a focal Crape Myrtle tree. One focal point of the back patio is a 24-foot hand-hammered wrought iron trellis, anchored with a stone wall water feature. We added a pizza oven and barbecue, bistro lights, and hanging flower baskets to complete the intimate outdoor dining space. Project Details: Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Higgins Architects Landscape Contractor: Premier Environments Photography: Scott Sandler
DAVIDSON - RENOVATION
DAVIDSON - RENOVATION
Robert A. McGraw ArchitectRobert A. McGraw Architect
Jon Encarnation Photography
Large mediterranean back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
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Altamar - Courtyard
Altamar - Courtyard
Legacy Custom HomesLegacy Custom Homes
Legacy Custom Homes, Inc
This is an example of a large mediterranean courtyard patio steps in Orange County with natural stone paving and no cover.
Courtyard
Courtyard
Arterra Landscape ArchitectsArterra Landscape Architects
Photo of a mediterranean courtyard patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
AMS Landscape Design Studios
AMS Landscape Design Studios
AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a gazebo and a bbq area.
Classic Hillsborough Estate
Classic Hillsborough Estate
Christine Sheldon DesignChristine Sheldon Design
Photographer: Kathryn MacDonald
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in San Francisco.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in San Francisco with no cover.
Outdoor Oasis in NW Washington
Outdoor Oasis in NW Washington
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Judy Davis
Photo of a mediterranean patio in DC Metro with a fire feature.
Eads Residence
Eads Residence
James Glover Home, Inc.James Glover Home, Inc.
Mediterranean patio in Orange County with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Casa Turquoise
Casa Turquoise
Integrity Luxury HomesIntegrity Luxury Homes
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Phoenix.
Urban Landscape Design & Construction
Urban Landscape Design & Construction
Urban LandscapeUrban Landscape
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and a pergola.
Newport Coast, CA
Newport Coast, CA
PassionePassione
Design ideas for a mediterranean back patio in Orange County with a pergola and a bar area.
Dana Point, CA
Dana Point, CA
Neolithic Design Stone and TileNeolithic Design Stone and Tile
Neolithic Design is the ultimate source for rare reclaimed limestone architectural elements salvaged from across the Mediterranean. We stock a vast collection of newly hand carved and reclaimed fireplaces, fountains, pavers, flooring, enteryways, stone sinks, and much more in California for fast delivery. We also create custom tailored master pieces for our clients. For more information call (949) 955-0414 or (310) 289-0414
Mission Revival
Mission Revival
Michael Glassman & AssociatesMichael Glassman & Associates
Michael Glassman
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in Sacramento.
Villa Cetona, Siena - Italy
Villa Cetona, Siena - Italy
Fabrizia Frezza Architecture & InteriorsFabrizia Frezza Architecture & Interiors
THE BOOK: MEDITERRANEAN ARCHITECTURE http://www.houzz.com/photos/356911/Mediterranean-architecture---Fabrizia-Frezza-mediterranean-books-other-metros
bowman patio
bowman patio
Hugh Jefferson Randolph ArchitectsHugh Jefferson Randolph Architects
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in Austin.
Cozy Retreat
Cozy Retreat
Exteriors By Chad RobertExteriors By Chad Robert
Plush blue chairs provide a cozy seating area on the master bedroom side terrace. Photo by Todor Spasov.
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Phoenix with no cover.
Arroyo View Spanish Mediteranean
Arroyo View Spanish Mediteranean
The Design Studio of Wendy HarperThe Design Studio of Wendy Harper
As you enter the back yard onto the terra-cotta tile patio you first get a view of the main focal point of this yard... the pool and grand fountain. This is an entertainers yard and has been enjoyed by family, friends and many parties! An overhead wood trellis covers the main patio adjacent to the house. The cover has recessed speakers, downlighting and a mounted gas heater for chilly nights. Photographer: Riley Jamison Realtor: Tim Freund, website: tim@1000oaksrealestate.com

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.
Spanish Colonial - Loggia and Fountain
Spanish Colonial - Loggia and Fountain
Heritage Design StudioHeritage Design Studio
Photography by www.impressia.net
Medium sized mediterranean back patio in Dallas with a water feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
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