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Midcentury Patio with a Fire Feature Ideas and Designs

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Woodinville Pivot Site Design
Woodinville Pivot Site Design
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photography by Meghan Montgomery
Photo of a small retro front patio in Seattle with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Palm Springs Outdoor Oasis
Palm Springs Outdoor Oasis
Southwest Boulder & StoneSouthwest Boulder & Stone
This nearly 3,000 square foot mid-century modern home captures the essence of Palm Springs indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Desert landscaping juxtaposing greys and reds complement and accentuate the pool, spa and large outdoor fire pit. Arizona Fisheye 1/8" pebble, though becoming more popular in desert areas, is a rarer stone choice and was a special order for this project. Just inside behind full-length windows, a stylish fireplace filled with Irish Green reflective fire glass sets the tone for quintessential Palm Springs luxury.
Myrtle Mid-Century Residence
Myrtle Mid-Century Residence
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
David Papazian
This is an example of a retro back patio in Portland with a fire feature and no cover.
Lotus on Orange
Lotus on Orange
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Ryan Gamma Photography
Design ideas for a large retro back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Mid Century Contemporary Landscape
Mid Century Contemporary Landscape
Emerson Outdoor DesignEmerson Outdoor Design
This modern firepit/coffee table was formed and poured in place, as were the gorgeous concrete steppers, edged with Mexican beach pebbles. Photo by Chris Clemens
Mondrian Mid-Century
Mondrian Mid-Century
Moderne BuildersModerne Builders
Photo of a retro back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Highland Drive
Highland Drive
Reuter HomesReuter Homes
Retro patio in Orange County with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Midcentury Patio
Midcentury Patio
Retro back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature and no cover.
Mid Century remodel
Mid Century remodel
Mark Lawton ArchitectureMark Lawton Architecture
Medium sized midcentury back patio in Boston with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Netherwood Park
Netherwood Park
The Vibe Design CompanyThe Vibe Design Company
Multiple levels of entertaining enjoyment here in Albuquerque where we are lucky enough to get over 300 days of sunshine a year.
Inspiration for a midcentury back patio in Albuquerque with a fire feature and concrete paving.
San Carlos Mid-Century Modern Remodel
San Carlos Mid-Century Modern Remodel
Klopf ArchitectureKlopf Architecture
Mariko Reed
This is an example of a medium sized retro back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Skye in Palm Springs, California
Skye in Palm Springs, California
Woodbridge Pacific GroupWoodbridge Pacific Group
Residence One Courtyard at Skye in Palm Springs, California
Inspiration for a retro patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and no cover.
Madison Park House
Madison Park House
Scot Eckley, Inc.Scot Eckley, Inc.
Mid-century concrete patio. A colorful orange feature wall, concrete planter and bench with removable wood slat seat.
Photo of a retro patio in Seattle with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Environment ArchitectsEnvironment Architects
This is an example of a large midcentury side patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and an awning.
3 Palms - Firepit
3 Palms - Firepit
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Midcentury Modern Yard Expansion - Frontyard Firepit Patio
Large retro patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Leucadia Mid Century
Leucadia Mid Century
DZN PartnersDZN Partners
PixelProFoto
This is an example of a large midcentury back patio in San Diego with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Olema Road
Olema Road
Foley BuiltFoley Built
Photo of a retro patio in San Francisco with a fire feature and no cover.
Bluestone Pavers and Mahogany Bench
Bluestone Pavers and Mahogany Bench
California Eco Design, Inc.California Eco Design, Inc.
The courtyard merges a seating area with a wrap around deck. The deck maximizes space without causing harm to an enormous Japanese yew tree.
Small retro back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel
mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
a private gathering area and fire pit incorporates horizontal cedar alongside black brick and wide vertical siding
This is an example of a small midcentury courtyard patio in Orange County with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Pipe Dream
Pipe Dream
Change of Seasons - Gary KernickChange of Seasons - Gary Kernick
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back patio in Sacramento with a fire feature.

Midcentury Patio with a Fire Feature 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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