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Mediterranean Patio with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Fishhawk Ranch
Fishhawk Ranch
Ryan Hughes DesignRyan Hughes Design
The screened, open plan kitchen and media room offer space for family and friends to gather while delicious meals are prepared using the Fire Magic grill and Big Green Egg ceramic charcoal grill; drinks are kept cool in the refrigerator by Perlick. Plenty of room for everyone to comfortably relax on the sectional sofa by Patio Renaissance. The tile backsplash mirrors the fireplace’s brick face, providing visual continuity across the outdoor spaces.
Glendale, CA
Glendale, CA
Jeff Andrews DesignJeff Andrews Design
Mediterranean patio in Los Angeles with a roof extension.
Custom Spanish Revival California Style
Custom Spanish Revival California Style
k. smith interiorsk. smith interiors
fabulous photos by Tsutsumida
Large mediterranean back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Garden Design Crystal Palace, South London 6
Garden Design Crystal Palace, South London 6
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
Design ideas for a small mediterranean back patio in London with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Colorful Pots
Colorful Pots
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
A cluster of pots can soften what might otherwise be severe architecture - plus add a pop of color. Photo Credit: Mark Pinkerton, vi360
Inspiration for a large mediterranean courtyard patio in San Francisco with brick paving and a roof extension.
The Mediterranean Meets California In Minnesota
The Mediterranean Meets California In Minnesota
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Cottesloe Courtyard After
Cottesloe Courtyard After
Indoor Style AgencyIndoor Style Agency
Client wanted to revamp courtyard within a budget of $3500. We added new pots and garden plants, water feature, wall and decking repaired and painted, updated accessories
The California Room w/ Dining Area
The California Room w/ Dining Area
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
A large covered patio feature multiple seating and dining areas with a fire pit and BBQ island. It's view expand out into the surrounding yard that feature a remodeled swimming pool w/ spa and lawn area.
Spanish Modern Eclectic
Spanish Modern Eclectic
James David Custom HomesJames David Custom Homes
Photo of a mediterranean patio in Orange County with a roof extension and a bar area.
Custom Tuscan Villa in Windermere Florida
Custom Tuscan Villa in Windermere Florida
Element Home BuildersElement Home Builders
Mediterranean patio in Orlando with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Newport Coast - Santa Barbara Style Home
Newport Coast - Santa Barbara Style Home
Homer Oatman, AIAHomer Oatman, AIA
Design ideas for a mediterranean patio in Orange County with a roof extension.
Canyon Modern
Canyon Modern
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
This is an example of a large mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Cantabrica Estates
Cantabrica Estates
Vicki Kaplan, Arizona Best Real EstateVicki Kaplan, Arizona Best Real Estate
Cantabrica Estates is a private gated community located in North Scottsdale. Spec home available along with build-to-suit and incredible view lots. For more information contact Vicki Kaplan at Arizona Best Real Estate Spec Home Built By: LaBlonde Homes Photography by: Leland Gebhardt
Purdue
Purdue
Savannah Surfaces, Inc.Savannah Surfaces, Inc.
Inspiration for an expansive mediterranean back patio in Other with a water feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Rancho Sante Fe Lakes Residence
Rancho Sante Fe Lakes Residence
LINEAR Landscape ArchitectureLINEAR Landscape Architecture
Linear Photography
This is an example of a mediterranean back patio in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Family Compound
Family Compound
Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.
Many outdoor rooms interconnect around this entire “Family Compound,” a back house, and adjourning guest home. There is everything you need to entertain a giant family and to have friends over for a pool party. Some elements include a huge agave orchard with courtyards, an outdoor BBQ kitchen, a vegetable garden with fruit trees, a swimming pool, patios and levels. The landscape design also addresses drought tolerance and organic gardening. Paul Hendershot Design Inc. furniture: https://www.houzz.com/photos/products/seller--paulhendershot PC | Alicia Cattoni for paulhendershotdesign.com
Historic Preservation in Downtown Santa Barbara
Historic Preservation in Downtown Santa Barbara
Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.
Patio, dining area, and fireplace.
Photo of a mediterranean patio in Santa Barbara with a pergola.
Calistoga Residence
Calistoga Residence
Hawkins InteriorsHawkins Interiors
Mediterranean back patio in Other with a gazebo.
Toro Canyon Tuscan Style Pool and Landscape | Santa Barbara CA
Toro Canyon Tuscan Style Pool and Landscape | Santa Barbara CA
Natural Concepts Landscaping ContractorsNatural Concepts Landscaping Contractors
Design | Tim Doles Landscape Design Photography | Kurt Jordan Photography
Design ideas for a mediterranean courtyard patio in Santa Barbara with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Méditerranéen Terrasse Et Patio
Méditerranéen Terrasse Et Patio
Design ideas for a large mediterranean front patio in Paris with a water feature and a pergola.

Mediterranean Patio with All Types of Cover 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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