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Medium Sized Patio Ideas and Designs

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Battersea House
Battersea House
Brian O'Tuama ArchitectsBrian O'Tuama Architects
Ed Park
Medium sized traditional back patio in London with no cover.
Gustavson Dundes Architecture
Gustavson Dundes Architecture
Gustavson Dundes Architecture & Design, LLPGustavson Dundes Architecture & Design, LLP
New home. Photos by Peter Paige
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in New York with a fire feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Prairie Style Reimagined
Prairie Style Reimagined
Lord DesignLord Design
Photography by Blackstone Studios Decorated by Lord Design
Inspiration for a medium sized classic patio in Portland with natural stone paving, a pergola and a fireplace.
Ladbroke Terrace, London
Ladbroke Terrace, London
Randle SiddeleyRandle Siddeley
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in London with concrete paving and fencing.
Boise Residence
Boise Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Board formed concrete firepit at dusk. Photo by Clark Dugger
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Rosetta Grand Flagstone
Rosetta Grand Flagstone
Barkman Concrete Ltd.Barkman Concrete Ltd.
The look of large natural flagstone without the hassle of fitting all the different pieces together. Rosetta Grand Flagstone is the perfect solution for creating a natural look in your outdoor living space. It maintains the attractive texture and scale of large natural flagstone but can be laid in an easy-to-install pattern. Each slab’s thickness is consistent, making for a quick install and is perfect for patios, pathways, pool decks, outdoor kitchens and more. Photo: Barkman Concrete Ltd.
Orinda Garden for Fun and Entertainment
Orinda Garden for Fun and Entertainment
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Steve Lambert
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
A place to sit in the sun
A place to sit in the sun
UserUser
A quiet corner to enjoy afternoon-tea in the sun. Dartmouth, South Devon. Colin Cadle Photography, Photo Styling, Jan Cadle
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary side patio in Devon with no cover and concrete paving.
Skagit Bay Waterfront, Camano Island WA
Skagit Bay Waterfront, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Patio.
Photo of a medium sized coastal front patio in Seattle with a potted garden, natural stone paving and no cover.
Smart, Contemporary Garden Design in Fulham
Smart, Contemporary Garden Design in Fulham
The Garden BuildersThe Garden Builders
The Garden Builders
Medium sized contemporary back patio in London with a potted garden.
Red Hook
Red Hook
New Eco LandscapesNew Eco Landscapes
Photo by Lori Cannava
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen and decking.
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor entertainment area
LDAW Landscape Architecture, PCLDAW Landscape Architecture, PC
Outdoor fireplace, stone terrace, BBQ area, stepping stone steps leading to rear of property.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in New York with a fire feature, natural stone paving 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.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
RJohnston Interiors, Inc.RJohnston Interiors, Inc.
Harrison Photographic
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, a pergola and natural stone paving.
Rustic-Mediterranean Oasis
Rustic-Mediterranean Oasis
JRP Design & RemodelJRP Design & Remodel
Natural elements such as the mangaris wood door enclosed in a black steel frame, the 1 ½” thick Sweetwater multi-blend flagstone, and the Country Cypress Ridge stacked stone by El Dorado Stone along the columns, create a warm array of tones to compliment the residence. This casual dining area is lit by this beautiful 6-Light Wine Barrel Chandelier from Gracefully Restored, mounted to the Pergola which offers shade during the summer sun. Tom Clary -Clarified Studios
Vista Residence
Vista Residence
Shapiro DidwayShapiro Didway
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Portland with gravel and a fire feature.
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.
Debra Campbell Design
Debra Campbell Design
Debra Drake DesignDebra Drake Design
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back patio in Seattle with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.
Outdoor Rooms
Outdoor Rooms
chas architectschas architects
Authentic materials, hand crafted details, and carefully scaled architectural elements create an overall ambiance much like one would find in an old European country home.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in London with tiled flooring and no cover.

Medium Sized 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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