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Midcentury Patio with a Fire Feature Ideas and Designs

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Westshire Patio
Westshire Patio
M3LDM3LD
Photographer: Kirsten Hepburn
Medium sized retro back patio in Salt Lake City with a fire feature, concrete slabs and an awning.
Via Estrella Residence
Via Estrella Residence
Michael Wenrich ArchitectsMichael Wenrich Architects
Ryan Begley Photography
Inspiration for a large retro back patio in Orlando with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Mid Century Modern Home
Mid Century Modern Home
Riverdell Construction, Inc.Riverdell Construction, Inc.
Jesse Smith
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Fire Pit | Home Addition & Remodel | Brentwood
Fire Pit | Home Addition & Remodel | Brentwood
Pure Builders Inc.Pure Builders Inc.
outdoor fire pit makes a perfect gathering place, where friends and family can kick back and cozy up
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and a fire feature.
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.
Cripe Renovation
Cripe Renovation
RelianceReliance
The large patio which is partially covered is concrete with a gas burning fire pit..
Large retro back patio in Other with a fire feature, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Mid Century Florida Revival
Mid Century Florida Revival
Artisan Design, Building, & Remodeling, LLCArtisan Design, Building, & Remodeling, LLC
Jen Lane Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized retro back patio in Miami with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Wickham Point House
Wickham Point House
Arcke Pty LtdArcke Pty Ltd
Concrete BBQ and fireplace in courtyard with concrete pavers and brick landing.
Inspiration for a small retro courtyard patio in Sunshine Coast with a fire feature, brick paving and no cover.
Studio City Outdoor Room
Studio City Outdoor Room
UserUser
Photo of a retro back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature.
Classic Urban
Classic Urban
Vernon WentzVernon Wentz
This is a wonderful mid century modern with the perfect color mix of furniture and accessories. Built by Classic Urban Homes Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery
Parian Ridge
Parian Ridge
Virtual Studio InnovationsVirtual Studio Innovations
Medium sized midcentury back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Dallas Screened Porch And Much More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
This custom backyard fire feature is a real head turner with its rectangular design and custom L-shaped seating wall! The fire pit is gas-burning with glass beads and the seating wall features custom upholstered bench cushions. This fire pit area is a true statement piece and adds so much to the entire design of the space even when not in use.
Jacon Way
Jacon Way
Architecture 350Architecture 350
Photo of a midcentury patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and a pergola.
Moore Residence
Moore Residence
David Clarke DesignDavid Clarke Design
David Clarke
Design ideas for a medium sized retro back patio in San Diego with a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Screen Porch Fire Pit Patio
Screen Porch Fire Pit Patio
Outdoor Makeover & Living SpacesOutdoor Makeover & Living Spaces
This custom built screen porch leads to a stack stone fire pit with bench seating and a lush green lawn, perfect for tossing the ball around.
Photo of a large retro back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature and brick paving.
Residential Rooftop - Davis
Residential Rooftop - Davis
Your Own Unique DecorYour Own Unique Decor
Rooftop Patio After Overview
Photo of a small retro patio in Los Angeles with no cover and a fire feature.
Mid Century Modern Home
Mid Century Modern Home
Riverdell Construction, Inc.Riverdell Construction, Inc.
Jesse Smith
Medium sized retro back patio in Portland with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Hendersen Home
Hendersen Home
Genesis Architecture, LLC.Genesis Architecture, LLC.
Inspiration for a large midcentury back patio in Milwaukee with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Glen Lake Mid-Century Addition
Environment ArchitectsEnvironment Architects
Photo of a large midcentury side patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Hawks Nest + Backyard Resort
Hawks Nest + Backyard Resort
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
This is an example of a large retro back patio in Seattle with a fire feature and natural stone paving.

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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