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Midcentury Brown Patio Ideas and Designs

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Quince Reverse Shed Eichler
Quince Reverse Shed Eichler
Guy Ayers, ArchitectGuy Ayers, Architect
Reverse Shed Eichler This project is part tear-down, part remodel. The original L-shaped plan allowed the living/ dining/ kitchen wing to be completely re-built while retaining the shell of the bedroom wing virtually intact. The rebuilt entertainment wing was enlarged 50% and covered with a low-slope reverse-shed roof sloping from eleven to thirteen feet. The shed roof floats on a continuous glass clerestory with eight foot transom. Cantilevered steel frames support wood roof beams with eaves of up to ten feet. An interior glass clerestory separates the kitchen and livingroom for sound control. A wall-to-wall skylight illuminates the north wall of the kitchen/family room. New additions at the back of the house add several “sliding” wall planes, where interior walls continue past full-height windows to the exterior, complimenting the typical Eichler indoor-outdoor ceiling and floor planes. The existing bedroom wing has been re-configured on the interior, changing three small bedrooms into two larger ones, and adding a guest suite in part of the original garage. A previous den addition provided the perfect spot for a large master ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Natural materials predominate, with fir ceilings, limestone veneer fireplace walls, anigre veneer cabinets, fir sliding windows and interior doors, bamboo floors, and concrete patios and walks. Landscape design by Bernard Trainor: www.bernardtrainor.com (see “Concrete Jungle” in April 2014 edition of Dwell magazine). Microsoft Media Center installation of the Year, 2008: www.cybermanor.com/ultimate_install.html (automated shades, radiant heating system, and lights, as well as security & sound).
Indoor-Outdoor Family Oasis in Costa Mesa
Indoor-Outdoor Family Oasis in Costa Mesa
Craig O'Connell ArchitectureCraig O'Connell Architecture
Design ideas for a midcentury patio in Orange County.
Ashland, Oregon Outdoor Kitchen
Ashland, Oregon Outdoor Kitchen
Kalamazoo Outdoor GourmetKalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet
Not only do the homeowners have a grill with exceptional cooking capacity for large and small gatherings, the comprehensive design also eliminates the need to leave the party. This is made possible with the integration of fundamental kitchen components such as integrated storage cabinets, dual refrigerator drawers, an ice maker and waste and recycling units.
ST PETERS HOUSE
ST PETERS HOUSE
The DesignoryThe Designory
A newly renovated terrace in St Peters needed the final touches to really make this house a home, and one that was representative of it’s colourful owner. This very energetic and enthusiastic client definitely made the project one to remember. With a big brief to highlight the clients love for fashion, a key feature throughout was her personal ‘rock’ style. Pops of ‘rock' are found throughout and feature heavily in the luxe living areas with an entire wall designated to the clients icons including a lovely photograph of the her parents. The clients love for original vintage elements made it easy to style the home incorporating many of her own pieces. A custom vinyl storage unit finished with a Carrara marble top to match the new coffee tables, side tables and feature Tom Dixon bedside sconces, specifically designed to suit an ongoing vinyl collection. Along with clever storage solutions, making sure the small terrace house could accommodate her large family gatherings was high on the agenda. We created beautifully luxe details to sit amongst her items inherited which held strong sentimental value, all whilst providing smart storage solutions to house her curated collections of clothes, shoes and jewellery. Custom joinery was introduced throughout the home including bespoke bed heads finished in luxurious velvet and an excessive banquette wrapped in white Italian leather. Hidden shoe compartments are found in all joinery elements even below the banquette seating designed to accommodate the clients extended family gatherings. Photographer: Simon Whitbread
Cape Cod Modern House Addition, Wellfleet
Cape Cod Modern House Addition, Wellfleet
Hammer ArchitectsHammer Architects
Inspiration for a retro patio in Boston.
Sennett Residence
Sennett Residence
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Photo of a large retro back patio in Other with a fireplace and a roof extension.
Green Hills House
Green Hills House
Don Tankersley & Co.Don Tankersley & Co.
Photo of a midcentury back patio in Portland with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and no cover.
Parkmead Drive
Parkmead Drive
Studio CollabStudio Collab
Mid-century modern residential renovation for a Palm Springs vacation rental home. Intended for short term rental use with gorgeous patio space with mountain views. Includes full pool, sunken spa, lounge space with metal trellis and fire pit area.
Garage
Garage
Confluence DesignConfluence Design
The garage is beautifully detailed with stacked brick, a long horizontal window, two-toned stucco and green panels to highlight the green door. The roof is angled for perfect solar gain, ready for panels. Permeable decking, raised garden beds, an Amur maple and rundle rock allow for a maintenance free yard ready for your herb garden and potted annuals. zoon media
Oakland Mid Century
Oakland Mid Century
MaterialMaterial
Julie Mikos
Photo of a medium sized midcentury back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, gravel and no cover.
3861 Cove Dr - Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Photography
3861 Cove Dr - Mountain Brook AL Real Estate Photography
Tommy Daspit PhotographerTommy Daspit Photographer
Tommy Daspit See more photos and details on the blog: See more photos and details on the blog! - http://www.tommydaspit.com/blog/2015/2/3/3861-cove-dr-mountain-brook-al-real-estate-photos
Modern Home Healdsburg CA
Modern Home Healdsburg CA
Holly Construction, Inc.Holly Construction, Inc.
Medium sized midcentury back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
We add Fire, Water and Light!
We add Fire, Water and Light!
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Parks Creative/Brian Parks
Medium sized midcentury back patio in Seattle with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Brentwood Interiors Refresh
Brentwood Interiors Refresh
Usable Space Interiors, LLCUsable Space Interiors, LLC
Another angle.
Large midcentury back patio in Nashville with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
The Easmor Alexander
The Easmor Alexander
Gary Allard PhotographyGary Allard Photography
Gary Allard
Inspiration for a retro back patio in San Diego.
Costa Mesa 2017
Costa Mesa 2017
xeristyle | exterior | designxeristyle | exterior | design
Nicklaus Paulo of xeristyle | exterior | design
This is an example of a midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Palm Springs Modern
Palm Springs Modern
montycollinsmontycollins
Scott Van Dyke
This is an example of a midcentury patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature.
Lanai Doors in Huntington Beach, CA
Lanai Doors in Huntington Beach, CA
Lanai DoorsLanai Doors
Open up your wall to literally Bring The Outdoors In with a Lanai Doors bifolding door. Making your exterior part of your living space.
Design ideas for a large midcentury back patio in Orange County with concrete slabs.
Midcentury Patio
Midcentury Patio
Design ideas for a midcentury patio in Boston with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Wurster House Addition & Renovation
Wurster House Addition & Renovation
Jennifer Weiss ArchitectureJennifer Weiss Architecture
Photo of a midcentury courtyard patio in San Francisco.

Midcentury Brown 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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