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Medium Sized Front Patio Ideas and Designs

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Le bureau au fond du jardin
Le bureau au fond du jardin
AGENCE MARN DÉCOAGENCE MARN DÉCO
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic front patio in Paris with gravel and no cover.
Walkways
Walkways
Stein Construction and Landscape Inc.Stein Construction and Landscape Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern front patio in Boston with concrete paving.
Net Zero Farmhouse
Net Zero Farmhouse
Silver Maple Construction LLCSilver Maple Construction LLC
Ryan Bent Photogtaphy
Medium sized farmhouse front patio in Burlington with natural stone paving and no cover.
Modern Mediterranean Design
Modern Mediterranean Design
Roy Altaras Landscape Design and BuildRoy Altaras Landscape Design and Build
https://www.facebook.com/jardinsdeprovence/
AYANA HOUSE
AYANA HOUSE
The DesignoryThe Designory
Photographer: Tom Ferguson
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front patio in Sydney with an outdoor shower, decking and no cover.
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.
My Work
My Work
Arizona Flooring DirectArizona Flooring Direct
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Beach Cottage
Beach Cottage
Noelle InteriorsNoelle Interiors
Medium sized coastal front patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and no cover.
Beachside Bungalow
Beachside Bungalow
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
This front yard overhaul in Shell Beach, CA included the installation of concrete walkway and patio slabs with Mexican pebble joints, a raised concrete patio and steps for enjoying ocean-side sunset views, a horizontal board ipe privacy screen and gate to create a courtyard with raised steel planters and a custom gas fire pit, landscape lighting, and minimal planting for a modern aesthetic.
Malibu Farm House
Malibu Farm House
Burdge & Associates ArchitectsBurdge & Associates Architects
Malibu Modern Farmhouse by Burdge & Associates Architects in Malibu, California. Interiors by Alexander Design Fiore Landscaping Photos by Tessa Neustadt
Revitalized Patio & Entry Way
Revitalized Patio & Entry Way
The Bruce CompanyThe Bruce Company
At this residence, we revitalized an aging patio and an uninspired front entry. An irregular bluestone path leads from the driveway to the main patio with in-ground gas fire pit. The patio is framed by lush plantings, antique sculptures, and a distant pond and waterfall. The front entry was reworked to clad the existing concrete in patterned bluestone and incorporate the owner’s millstone fountain. Careful attention to detail allowed the seams and patterns from the top of the stoop to align perfectly with those on the lower landing.
Construction d'une maison en pierres avec piscine à Gordes
Construction d'une maison en pierres avec piscine à Gordes
Blanc & Blanc Project ManagementBlanc & Blanc Project Management
Création d'une terrasse carrelée, maison en pierres. Plantation d'un olivier.
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean front patio in Other with tiled flooring and no cover.
Entry Pavers - San Jose, CA
Entry Pavers - San Jose, CA
GW ConstructionGW Construction
Design ideas for a medium sized front patio in San Diego with natural stone paving and no cover.
Maison Contemporaine à Challes les Eaux
Maison Contemporaine à Challes les Eaux
MAISONS OPTIMALESMAISONS OPTIMALES
Belle villa de 120m², grand séjour lumineux, 4 chambres dont une suite parentale, garage et studio indépendant.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern front patio in Grenoble with decking.
Adriatic Summer House
Adriatic Summer House
Ksenija JurinecKsenija Jurinec
Danilo Balaban
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean front patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Modern Entry Garden with Private Sitting Area
Modern Entry Garden with Private Sitting Area
Barbara Hilty Landscape Design LLCBarbara Hilty Landscape Design LLC
Barbara Hilty, APLD
Inspiration for a medium sized modern front patio in Portland with concrete slabs.
KRAI Outdoor Living
KRAI Outdoor Living
Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.Kevin Rugee Architect, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean front patio in San Diego with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Beaucatcher Barn Home
Beaucatcher Barn Home
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
We used the timber frame of a century old barn to build this rustic modern house. The barn was dismantled, and reassembled on site. Inside, we designed the home to showcase as much of the original timber frame as possible. Photography by Todd Crawford
Front Yard Patio – Tranquil Outdoor Refuge
Front Yard Patio – Tranquil Outdoor Refuge
Southview DesignSouthview Design
In the front yard, one of Southview's landscape architects designed a welcoming courtyard/front entry. Just large enough for a table, a couple of chairs, a small fountain, and flowers, the courtyard is separated from the street by a low mortared limestone wall. The space hints at privacy but invites the neighbors in for conversation and evening refreshments.
Front Entrance Detail
Front Entrance Detail
LandArtLandArt
The natural stone steps and entrance provide a pleasing contrast to the interlock driveway.
Photo of a medium sized traditional front patio in Toronto with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Medium Sized Front 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 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 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 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 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 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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