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Traditional Black Patio Ideas and Designs

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Atherton Farmhouse
Atherton Farmhouse
Clarum HomesClarum Homes
Inspiration for a traditional courtyard patio in San Francisco with no cover.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Scapes IncorporatedScapes Incorporated
Medium sized classic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo.
The Barbara Barry Outdoor Collection
The Barbara Barry Outdoor Collection
McGuire Furniture CompanyMcGuire Furniture Company
Traditional patio in San Francisco with no cover.
Exterioirs
Exterioirs
Draper whiteDraper white
Draper White
Classic patio in Denver with concrete slabs, a roof extension and a bbq area.
Garage Remodel project
Garage Remodel project
DeHaan Remodeling Specialists, Inc.DeHaan Remodeling Specialists, Inc.
DeHaan Remodeling Specialists, Inc. Garage Remodel Project
This is an example of a classic patio in Grand Rapids with a vegetable patch.
Lakeside Patio
Lakeside Patio
Landscapes by Tom LLCLandscapes by Tom LLC
A level area for the picnic table was made next to the beach.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Boston with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Traditional Estate Home
Traditional Estate Home
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
The outdoor bar and living room is a statement with tongue and groove ceiling detail and stone columns, arches, and a stone bar. Photo by Spacecrafting
Pavillion With Stone Bottom Pillars & Fireplace
Pavillion With Stone Bottom Pillars & Fireplace
Texas Best Fence & PatioTexas Best Fence & Patio
Inspiration for a traditional patio in Dallas.
Enclosed Screened Patio
Enclosed Screened Patio
On This Rock ConstructionOn This Rock Construction
Medium sized classic back patio in Nashville with a roof extension.
Gorgeous Backyard
Gorgeous Backyard
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
Patio Entertainment Area
Patio Entertainment Area
TWG Construction LLCTWG Construction LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Denver with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Small Backyard for Entertaining
Small Backyard for Entertaining
The Garden WizardThe Garden Wizard
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Toronto with concrete paving and a gazebo.
Stamped Boardwalk Patio
Stamped Boardwalk Patio
Concrete CraftConcrete Craft
Stamped Concrete can provide the same beauty as a real wood deck.
Photo of a traditional back patio in Denver with stamped concrete.
Walkways
Walkways
Tabor Group LandscapeTabor Group Landscape
Tabor Group Landscape www.taborlandscape.com
Inspiration for a traditional front patio in Minneapolis with concrete slabs.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Photo of a large classic back patio in New York with no cover.
Cary outdoor living room
Cary outdoor living room
Down to Earth Designs, Inc.Down to Earth Designs, Inc.
© 2012 Ben Case, Down to Earth Designs, Inc.
Medium sized traditional back patio in Raleigh with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a gazebo.
Patio Ideas
Patio Ideas
Beds and Borders Landscape DesignBeds and Borders Landscape Design
Andy Freeland
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Cozy Outdoor Kitchen
Cozy Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Living of NJOutdoor Living of NJ
Inspiration for a medium sized classic side patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and no cover.
Columbia Station Back Yard Patio
Columbia Station Back Yard Patio
Williams Landscaping & PaversWilliams Landscaping & Pavers
Custom Designed by Brian Williams multi level paver patio with culture stone walls, pillars, steps, and water feature. Unilock Pavers: Beacon Hill XL walnut, border umbriano summer wheat, and copthorn tri-color. Under cap LED lights, Atlantic water spouts and LED color changing lights.
Pergola
Pergola
Vences Grading and LandscapingVences Grading and Landscaping
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Raleigh with natural stone paving and a pergola.

Traditional Black 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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