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Mediterranean Patio with a Roof Extension Ideas and Designs

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Bonita Springs Outdoor Kitchen Remodel
Bonita Springs Outdoor Kitchen Remodel
Progressive Design BuildProgressive Design Build
Here in Florida, we’re blessed with great weather year-round. So it’s no surprise that outdoor entertaining areas are an extremely popular way to enhance outdoor living. When our clients requested an update to their existing outdoor kitchen while they were away on vacation, we were ready to hit the ground running. While their beautiful 2-story home on a golf course had a pool and covered lanai area, the existing outdoor kitchen just didn’t function well for their needs. Mainly, they craved additional counter space and more seating. And, as avid football fans, with a son playing on a renown Division 1 college team, they also wanted a large screen TV to watch games. After all, what better way to share game day excitement than at a barbecue with family and friends? A Bigger, Better Kitchen Layout Our brilliant design team came up with a much larger, u-shaped outdoor kitchen layout for increased functionality. The extra base cabinets provided plenty of storage as well as a foundation for additional countertop space. Adjacent to the sink, we added a 24” outdoor refrigerator to keep food and beverages chilled, and the high top bar allowed for more seating around the perimeter. For cooking, our clients selected a much larger Lynx grill and side burner to replace the original grill. While the kitchen was already set up for a grilling area, it required a hood, so we built and installed a custom hood for proper ventilation. Then, we added a large screen TV above the hood for easy viewing. Finishing Touches To softly illuminate the entire space at night, we installed additional recessed light fixtures into the ceiling and under the grill hood. We also tied the Cypress wood ceiling and the crown molding together into the design with a luxurious cabinet stain. Along with these finishing touches, we added a decorative travertine stone backsplash behind the grill and homogenized the front face of the bar for a polished, matching look. Ventilation Challenges With the outdoor kitchen lanai located directly under a second-floor living area, we had expected to tuck away ventilation ductwork between the second-level floor joists and the exterior wall running parallel to the grill hood. However, upon further investigation, we discovered the second floor joist system, in fact, ran perpendicular to the grill hood. In short, we needed a new way to hide the venting without compromising the original design. Our team came up with an inspired solution: Construction of a false wall behind the outdoor kitchen allowed us to run ductwork without creating a visible chase for the vent, thus maintaining a symmetrical look on both sides of the grill and decorative hood. Exceeding Expectations In the end, we didn’t just meet our clients’ needs for a beautiful outdoor kitchen update – we exceeded them. As planned, we completed the new outdoor kitchen while they were out of town. But when our clients returned from vacation, they were so impressed with the results (and the stress-free design/build experience) that they promptly hired us for another extensive remodel – a stunning home addition!
Ocean View Residence
Ocean View Residence
Paul Brant Williger ArchitectPaul Brant Williger Architect
Cover Loggia with Outdoor Fireplace
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Casa IBIZA
Casa IBIZA
Marva Construction & SalesMarva Construction & Sales
Pedro Martinez
Design ideas for a mediterranean side patio in Alicante-Costa Blanca with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
French Country Modern
French Country Modern
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Photography: Piston Design
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Gallery
Gallery
Lakeway FloorsLakeway Floors
This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in Austin with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Wendi Young Design
Wendi Young Design
Wendi Young DesignWendi Young Design
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in Orange County with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Santa Monica Residence
Santa Monica Residence
Paul Brant Williger ArchitectPaul Brant Williger Architect
Rear Terrace
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Caribbean Style Estate
Caribbean Style Estate
Herscoe Hajjar Architects, LLCHerscoe Hajjar Architects, LLC
Diana Todorova Photography
Inspiration for a large mediterranean back patio in Miami with a fireplace, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Patio Seating
Patio Seating
Spieler ConstructionSpieler Construction
Jim Bartsch
This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in Santa Barbara with a roof extension and a potted garden.
Mansion Designed by Fratantoni Design
Mansion Designed by Fratantoni Design
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
Photo of a mediterranean back patio in Phoenix with tiled flooring, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Cortijo
Cortijo
Tom Meaney Architect, AIATom Meaney Architect, AIA
Large outdoor patio provides seating by the fireplace with pool access and mountain views.
Photo of a large mediterranean back patio in Santa Barbara with a fire feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Chic Whole Home Design
Chic Whole Home Design
Mothe DesignMothe Design
This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in Miami with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Sater Design Collection's 6943 "Pontedera" Home Plan
Sater Design Collection's 6943 "Pontedera" Home Plan
Sater Design Collection, Inc.Sater Design Collection, Inc.
The Sater Design Collection's luxury, Mediterranean home plan "Pontedera" (Plan #6943). saterdesign.com
Photo of an expansive mediterranean back patio in Miami with a water feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Classic Transitional
Classic Transitional
YRA Design IncYRA Design Inc
Large mediterranean back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Dos Vientos Ranch
Dos Vientos Ranch
Costello Residential DesignCostello Residential Design
Design ideas for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Outdoor Living and Stairwell
Outdoor Living and Stairwell
Desert Star ConstructionDesert Star Construction
This spectacular stone structure is the epitome of Mediterranean style housing. With a stone staircase leading from the patio to the second story balcony and the theme of stepping stones carried throughout the lawn, this home is truly a work of art. Carefully placed wrought iron light fixtures provide soft lighting around the area while wide windows and French doors allow the glow of interior light to spill forth into the night. A fire burns in the stone fireplace beneath a covered area of the patio where comfortable seating is placed for relaxation and protection from the desert elements.
Mediterranean: Meaders
Mediterranean: Meaders
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
A luxurious Mediterranean house and property with Tuscan influences featuring majestic Live Oak trees, detailed travertine paving, expansive lawns and lush gardens. Designed and built by Harold Leidner Landscape Architects. House construction by Bob Thompson Homes.
The Oaks
The Oaks
Katz Builders, Inc.Katz Builders, Inc.
Fourwalls Photography.com, Lynne Sargent, President & CEO of Lynne Sargent Design Solution, LLC
Design ideas for a large mediterranean back patio in Austin with tiled flooring, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
This is an example of a mediterranean back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Dana Point Custom Home
Dana Point Custom Home
Corbin Reeves ConstructionCorbin Reeves Construction
Medium sized mediterranean back patio in Orange County with a roof extension and tiled flooring.

Mediterranean Patio with a Roof Extension 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.
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