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Medium Sized Coastal Patio Ideas and Designs

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The Bungalow at Brenneckes
The Bungalow at Brenneckes
Pu'uwai Design & ConstructionPu'uwai Design & Construction
The lanai serves as a second great room. A wicker sofa and matching armchairs overlook the ocean view. Blue and white pillows decorate the outdoor furniture and continue the beach house theme used throughout the home. The coral motif on the rug compliments the throw pillows and the cream colored cushions ground the space, the outdoor dining chairs are built out of recycled boat wood. A shell chandelier hangs above the teak table. On the far side of the lanai an orange swing bed hangs next to some red floor poufs.
Meyer Colvin Run
Meyer Colvin Run
Osprey Construction IncOsprey Construction Inc
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature, brick paving and no cover.
Balmoral NSW - Contemporary Landscape Architecture
Balmoral NSW - Contemporary Landscape Architecture
SITEDESIGN+STUDIOSSITEDESIGN+STUDIOS
Photo of a medium sized nautical courtyard patio in Sydney with an outdoor shower, decking and no cover.
Beach Cottage
Beach Cottage
Noelle InteriorsNoelle Interiors
Medium sized coastal front patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and no cover.
New City - New Pool House
New City - New Pool House
ROAM ArchitectureROAM Architecture
A new pool house structure for a young family, featuring a space for family gatherings and entertaining. The highlight of the structure is the featured 2 sliding glass walls, which opens the structure directly to the adjacent pool deck. The space also features a fireplace, indoor kitchen, and bar seating with additional flip-up windows.
Backyard Small Patio
Backyard Small Patio
Tilly | Landscape DesignTilly | Landscape Design
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style back patio in New York with natural stone paving.
Luxury staging and Design
Luxury staging and Design
Eden DesignsEden Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized beach style back patio in Miami with brick paving, a gazebo and a bbq area.
Coastal Compound
Coastal Compound
Patrick Ahearn ArchitectPatrick Ahearn Architect
Greg Premru
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal back patio in Boston with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
North Laguna Beach 2
North Laguna Beach 2
Private GardensPrivate Gardens
Hers is a friendly neighborhood - and she wanted a courtyard that would be receptive to neighbors and take advantage of the ocean view. Photography - Bill Thompson.
Outer Harbor Residence
Outer Harbor Residence
Colonial Reproductions, Inc.Colonial Reproductions, Inc.
The wood burning fireplace and exterior seating offer a perfect setting for outdoor entertaining. Greg Premru Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical back patio in Boston with a fire feature, brick paving and a roof extension.
Laurel - Low Country Infill
Laurel - Low Country Infill
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
The Laurel was a project that required a rigorous lesson in southern architectural vernacular. The site being located in the hot climate of the Carolina shoreline, the client was eager to capture cross breezes and utilize outdoor entertainment spaces. The home was designed with three covered porches, one partially covered courtyard, and one screened porch, all accessed by way of French doors and extra tall double-hung windows. The open main level floor plan centers on common livings spaces, while still leaving room for a luxurious master suite. The upstairs loft includes two individual bed and bath suites, providing ample room for guests. Native materials were used in construction, including a metal roof and local timber.
Patios
Patios
Interior & Exterior Environmental DesignsInterior & Exterior Environmental Designs
This is an example of a medium sized coastal back patio in San Diego with a water feature and no cover.
Middletown NJ Waterfront
Middletown NJ Waterfront
GambrickGambrick
Go to www.GAMBRICK.com or call 732.892.1386 for additional information.
Medium sized nautical back patio in New York with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Contemporary Desert Geometry
Contemporary Desert Geometry
BOXHILLBOXHILL
Photography by Matt Vacca
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical back patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving, a gazebo and a fireplace.
Blue Crush
Blue Crush
JMA INTERIOR DESIGNJMA INTERIOR DESIGN
Robert Brantley
Photo of a medium sized beach style back patio in Miami with a roof extension and concrete paving.
Inlet Beach
Inlet Beach
Crowell + Co. InteriorsCrowell + Co. Interiors
Caroline Allison
Inspiration for a medium sized coastal back patio in Miami with a roof extension.
Waterfront Cottage
Waterfront Cottage
b Architecture Studiob Architecture Studio
Red Cedar outdoor shower
Medium sized coastal back patio in Boston with an outdoor shower, decking and a pergola.
Amagansett Custom Home
Amagansett Custom Home
The Turett CollaborativeThe Turett Collaborative
Medium sized coastal back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen and a gazebo.
Coastal Modern
Coastal Modern
Lindye Galloway InteriorsLindye Galloway Interiors
Chad Mellon Photographer
Medium sized coastal back patio in Orange County with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Waterfront
Waterfront
Carolyn Thayer interiorsCarolyn Thayer interiors
Cary Hazlegrove Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical back patio in Boston with decking and a roof extension.

Medium Sized Coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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 coastal 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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