Traditional Beige Patio Ideas and Designs

Photography: Rett Peek
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Little Rock with gravel and a pergola.

Provence on the North Shore

Mariani Landscape

Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and a gazebo.

Columbia, TN Custom Home

Noble Johnson Architects

Architecture: Noble Johnson Architects Interior Design: Rachel Hughes - Ye Peddler Photography: Studiobuell | Garett Buell
Photo of an expansive traditional back patio in Nashville with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a bbq area.

LaGrange Landscape

KD Landscape

Design ideas for a large traditional back patio in Chicago with natural stone paving, no cover and a bbq area.

A Poolscape to be Enjoyed Year-Round

Outdoor Dreams

Large classic back patio in Richmond with concrete paving, a pergola and a bar area.

Curved Edge Patio with Fire Pit

Conceptual Outdoor Design

This is an example of a large classic back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.

Landscapes

Frierson Landscaping

Large traditional back patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.

My Work

Lawncare by Walter, Inc.

Product of LawnCare by Walter, Inc.
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Chicago with a fire feature and brick paving.

Our Landscape Work

Expressions of Nature Inc.

Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Other with a water feature, concrete paving and no cover.

Front Entrance Detail

LandArt

The natural stone steps and entrance provide a pleasing contrast to the interlock driveway.
Photo of a medium sized traditional front patio in Toronto with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Wentwood {University Park}

TATUM BROWN CUSTOM HOMES

Tatum Brown Custom Homes {Architect: William Briggs} {Interiors: Mary Beth Wagner of Avrea Wagner} {Photo Credit: Shoot 2 Sell}
This is an example of a classic patio in Dallas with a fire feature.

Traditional Patio

Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.

James Hurt

James Hurt Lime wash on clay brick.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in Dallas with a roof extension.

Pensacola Waterfront

Sprague Construction

This is an example of a traditional patio in Miami with a fire feature.

Rose Garden

Design Focus International

© Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional courtyard patio steps in San Francisco with natural stone paving.

Private Pergola Paradise

User

Fire pit area. Specialty evergreens throughout this landscape add color year round and privacy. Custom powder coated metal tubes top all the cedar structures on this project. Stamped and colored concrete make great accent to house and contrast with evergreens.

Maverick Stoneworks

Maverick LLC

Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in New York with natural stone paving and no cover.

Gorgeous Modern Farmhouse | Frederick St | Vienna, VA

EURO STAGING

This is an example of a traditional back patio in DC Metro with a fireplace, tiled flooring and a roof extension.

CA to PA Pool House Pavilion

Allison Ong Shreffler, Architect / AOS Architect

A So-CAL inspired Pool Pavilion Oasis in Central PA
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in Other with concrete paving, a fireplace and a gazebo.

Hinsdale Renovation

Jillian Richey Design

Large classic back patio in Chicago with natural stone paving and a pergola.

Traditional Beige 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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