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Mediterranean Patio with a Water Feature Ideas and Designs

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Mandala GardensMandala Gardens
Photo of a mediterranean patio in Santa Barbara with a water feature.
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
Cottesloe Courtyard
Cottesloe Courtyard
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Peta North
Design ideas for a small mediterranean courtyard patio in Perth with a water feature.
Amante
Amante
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
This client started with their home remodel and then hired us to create the exterior as an extension of the interior living space. The backyard was sloped and did not provide much flat area. We built a completely private inner courtyard with an over-sized entry door, tile patio, and a colorful custom water feature (pictured here) to create an intimate gathering space. The backyard redesign included a small pool with spa addition, fireplace, shade structures and built in wall fountain. Photo Credit - Cynthia Montgomery
Limestone exterior
Limestone exterior
Michael Homchick StoneworksMichael Homchick Stoneworks
Design ideas for a small mediterranean side patio in Seattle with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
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.
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.
Camelot Reserve
Camelot Reserve
Camelot HomesCamelot Homes
Entry Courtyard
Inspiration for a mediterranean patio in Phoenix with a water feature and no cover.
California Casa
California Casa
Lisa Esposito DesignLisa Esposito Design
Secluded courtyard, with a relaxing water feature. Photo by Lisa Lyttle
Mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a water feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Dry Creek Valley Home - Colorful Water Feature
Dry Creek Valley Home - Colorful Water Feature
Gast ArchitectsGast Architects
Photographer: Katherine B. Stickley, Arterra LLP
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in San Francisco with a water feature.
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.
Outdoors
Outdoors
Hallberg-WiseleyHallberg-Wiseley
Mediterranean patio in New York with a water feature.
Oak Bluff
Oak Bluff
Parker HomesParker Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Austin with a water feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
119 Sailfish St
119 Sailfish St
Julie Mack RealtorJulie Mack Realtor
Inspiring views of Lake Travis from the entire backyard.
Large mediterranean back patio in Austin with a water feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Entertain
Entertain
David Dalton Inc.David Dalton Inc.
Design ideas for a mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a roof extension and a water feature.
Concrete Work
Concrete Work
UserUser
Concrete is placed in random ashlar pattern. Water feature is cast in place concrete. Integral color Davis Colors "Pebble"
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean front patio in Los Angeles with a water feature.
Indoor Courtyards (Mediterranean Style)
Indoor Courtyards (Mediterranean Style)
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Image by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product: 'Indoor Courtyard stone elements' Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com Central Mediterranean courtyards within homes of all major South European design styles, featuring antique stone pavers, fountains, columns and more...
Sater Design Collection's 6965 "Monterchi" Home Plan
Sater Design Collection's 6965 "Monterchi" Home Plan
Sater Design Collection, Inc.Sater Design Collection, Inc.
The Sater Design Collection's luxury, Tuscan home plan "Monterchi" (Plan #6965). saterdesign.com
This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in Miami with a water feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Seven Oaks Residence
Seven Oaks Residence
Cornerstone ArchitectsCornerstone Architects
Designed and built exclusively for the prestigious Parade of Homes in Seven Oaks, this home is a stunning example of a Santa Barbara style residence. A double-gated circular, courtyard driveway welcomes you and immediately gives a sense of grand stature to the home. The exterior is comprised of stucco with tile roofing and flaunts numerous details and arches and ironwork to distinguish itself from others along the street. The home is an imposing 9,700 square feet, yet somehow manages to retain a sense of warmth about it. The master area is set off on the left wing of the lower floor, succeeding in creating a private, luxurious haven in both the cozy suite and the adjoining elegant spa. Near the center of the home, you find yourself enveloped in the magnificent Great Room in which you are surrounded by a ring of balconies from above. The upper floor boasts several more bedrooms, a guest suite, and a media room that provides an ideal setting for entertaining guests. With an outdoor living area, as well as an al fresco dining area, the rear of the house invites you to relax in somewhat of a resort-style backdrop, allowing you to enjoy the exquisite and tranquil beauty of the pool, or the amazing view of nature just beyond.
Cabana
Cabana
santarosasantarosa
This is an example of a mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a gazebo and a water feature.

Mediterranean Patio with a Water Feature 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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