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Medium Sized Patio Ideas and Designs

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The Goat Shed - Devon
The Goat Shed - Devon
TFQ ArchitectsTFQ Architects
The Goat Shed - Devon. We designed this outdoor space to be a beautiful spot to enjoy the sunshine on a secluded and private area whilst making the most of the the sweeping slope of the back lawn. The wicker furniture ties perfectly with the composite cladding and stone finish on the building.
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
Arnos Grove Garden Apartment
Arnos Grove Garden Apartment
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
Medium sized contemporary back patio in London with natural stone paving.
Outdoor Kitchen Photos
Outdoor Kitchen Photos
Irwin OutdoorsIrwin Outdoors
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a gazebo.
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Phoenix Patio Systems (Patio Partners)Phoenix Patio Systems (Patio Partners)
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Phoenix with a roof extension.
Walkerville
Walkerville
ArborCrestArborCrest
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Adelaide with natural stone paving, an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Outdoor BBQ islands
Outdoor BBQ islands
Diamond K Woodworks LLCDiamond K Woodworks LLC
This is an example of a medium sized rural back patio in San Francisco with decking and a pergola.
The Woodland Trail
The Woodland Trail
Nature's Choice Landscape ConstructionNature's Choice Landscape Construction
Lisa Petrole Photography
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Toronto with a fire feature, concrete 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.
Greater Avenues Mid-Century Modern
Greater Avenues Mid-Century Modern
Kyle AikenKyle Aiken
Utah Mid-Century Modern Patio Photo - https://www.kaikenphotography.com/
Portfolio 3
Portfolio 3
Outdoor Kitchen, Pool & PaversOutdoor Kitchen, Pool & Pavers
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a pergola.
Clarke residence remodel - Islands Estates
Clarke residence remodel - Islands Estates
Creativa BuildersCreativa Builders
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Miami with a fire feature, tiled flooring and no cover.
Delightful Duplex
Delightful Duplex
Cathers Home Furniture + Interior DesignCathers Home Furniture + Interior Design
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Denver with concrete paving and no cover.
1950s Bungalow
1950s Bungalow
NaomiNaomi
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury back patio in San Francisco with brick paving and a pergola.
De Soto, KS Patio
De Soto, KS Patio
Maverick Landscaping, Porch and PatioMaverick Landscaping, Porch and Patio
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse back patio in Kansas City with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Anderson LandscapeAnderson Landscape
Medium sized traditional back patio in Portland Maine with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and no cover.
Custom Outdoor Kitchen in Troutman NC
Custom Outdoor Kitchen in Troutman NC
UserUser
Carolina Outdoor Concepts
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Charlotte with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Urban Outdoor Living
Urban Outdoor Living
Trevor Fulmer DesignTrevor Fulmer Design
To create a colonial outdoor living space, we gut renovated this patio, incorporating heated bluestones, a custom traditional fireplace and bespoke furniture. The space was divided into three distinct zones for cooking, dining, and lounging. Firing up the built-in gas grill or a relaxing by the fireplace, this space brings the inside out.
Larchlea Project
Larchlea Project
Petrucci HomesPetrucci Homes
Photo of a medium sized country back patio in Detroit with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.
Rocklin Patio Flip
Rocklin Patio Flip
Outdoor Space DesignsOutdoor Space Designs
This patio was part of a surprise patio makeover called Patio Flip. This patio is now fit to entertain any crowd and provide several areas to entertain. The unused side yard was turned into a beautiful dining space. This stunning outdoor kitchen also received a makeover as well and was repositioned to become more functional in the space. The outdoor lounge area provides a contemporary, casual seating area. Overall Design, Layout, Plants, Furniture and Accessories by Outdoor Space Designs and Kate Bowers Landscape Design

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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