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Mediterranean Patio Ideas and Designs

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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.
3013 NE 9th
3013 NE 9th
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David Papazian
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in Portland with a bbq area.
Traditional
Traditional
Candelaria Design AssociatesCandelaria Design Associates
Inspiration for a large mediterranean patio in Phoenix.
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Odessa House
Odessa House
Gage-Martin InteriorsGage-Martin Interiors
Mediterranean patio in Tampa with a water feature and no cover.
tuscan, stone, flagstone motorcourt
tuscan, stone, flagstone motorcourt
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
tuscany architecture by Friehauf associates, with all exterior landscape planning and installation by Rob Hill, Hill's landscapes - Cameron Flagstone, italian cypress, pizza oven, vanishing edge pool, olive trees
patio
patio
Elad GonenElad Gonen
project for turkiz : http://www.turkiz.net/ architect rina doctor
Design ideas for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Other 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.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in Other with a water feature and no cover.
DC Ranch
DC Ranch
Sanctuaries Interior DesignSanctuaries Interior Design
Pam Singleton/Image Photography
Design ideas for a large mediterranean courtyard patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving, no cover and a fireplace.
The Grove
The Grove
Neal A. Pann, ArchitectNeal A. Pann, Architect
Photography: g.folia inc., www.gfolia.com Interiors by Vitale Interior Design, www.vitaleinteriordesign.com
Photo of a mediterranean patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Kenwood Residence
Kenwood Residence
Petersen Design Associates, LLCPetersen Design Associates, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Visionmakers Custom Stone & Steel Doors
Visionmakers Custom Stone & Steel Doors
Visionmakers Custom Stone & Steel DoorsVisionmakers Custom Stone & Steel Doors
Photo of a large mediterranean back patio in Phoenix with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Motorized Screen Porch Siesta Key - Turtle bay
Motorized Screen Porch Siesta Key - Turtle bay
Gulf Coast Retractable Screens IncGulf Coast Retractable Screens Inc
Inspiration for a small mediterranean back patio in Tampa with brick paving and a gazebo.
Gamble Garden Spring Tour 2014: Hamilton
Gamble Garden Spring Tour 2014: Hamilton
Hoi Ning WongHoi Ning Wong
Hoi Ning Wong
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and no cover.
Viking Outdoor Living
Viking Outdoor Living
Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center
Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center | 26767 Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302 (818) 880-0011 | 12050 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604 (818) 755-1111
Between The Oaks
Between The Oaks
Jeffrey Doherty DesignerJeffrey Doherty Designer
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean courtyard patio in Other with a water feature, no cover and natural stone paving.
Private Woodside Residence
Private Woodside Residence
RJ Dailey Construction Co.RJ Dailey Construction Co.
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in San Francisco.
Mexico House
Mexico House
DHD Architecture and Interior DesignDHD Architecture and Interior Design
Photography by David Joseph www.davidjosephphotography.com
Photo of a mediterranean patio in New York with a roof extension.
Urban Landscape Design & Construction
Urban Landscape Design & Construction
Urban LandscapeUrban Landscape
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a gazebo and a bbq area.

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.
Outdoor Kitchen Appliances and Pizza Oven
Outdoor Kitchen Appliances and Pizza Oven
Design Studio WestDesign Studio West
Southern Californians beg to be outdoors. Patio dining, ocean views and family entertaining.
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
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