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Traditional Front Patio Ideas and Designs

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MEMORIAL | court yard
Symmetry ArchitectsSymmetry Architects
"Best of Houzz" architecture | www.symmetryarchitects.com interiors | www.browndesigngroup.com builder | www.hwhomes.com
Photo of a large traditional front patio in Dallas with gravel and no cover.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Medium sized traditional front patio in Chicago with natural stone paving and no cover.
Residential Work
Residential Work
SOLscape, LLCSOLscape, LLC
Photo of a small traditional front patio in Bridgeport with natural stone paving and no cover.
Lawton Wood
Lawton Wood
UserUser
Fall and Summer container gardens designed for a longtime client.
Photo of a medium sized traditional front patio in Seattle with a potted garden, concrete slabs and no cover.
Poland patio
Poland patio
New Beginnings Landscape Inc.New Beginnings Landscape Inc.
Medium sized traditional front patio in Other with brick paving.
Raised Terrace Bluestone Patio in Edina
Raised Terrace Bluestone Patio in Edina
English StoneEnglish Stone
Raised, full color bluestone patio on Fondulac stone walls. With front entry stone steps. By English Stone
Photo of a large traditional front patio in Minneapolis with natural stone paving.
Front Entrance Detail
Front Entrance Detail
LandArtLandArt
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.
Front Entry Patio Beloit WI
Front Entry Patio Beloit WI
Terra Yard CreationsTerra Yard Creations
Front Entry Patio
This is an example of a small traditional front patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.
Lakewood NY residential hardscape & planting
Lakewood NY residential hardscape & planting
Marlinski Landscape & Stone WorkMarlinski Landscape & Stone Work
Patrick Marlinski
Large classic front patio in New York with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
The Courtyards at Brandywine Patio
The Courtyards at Brandywine Patio
McKee BuildersMcKee Builders
The beautifully designed patio provides you with your own tranquil hideaway.
Photo of a traditional front patio in Wilmington with a potted garden and no cover.
Upperville Estates
Upperville Estates
River's Edge LandscapesRiver's Edge Landscapes
Large traditional front patio in DC Metro with stamped concrete and no cover.
Живая мозаика
Живая мозаика
GREENS архитектурно-ландшафтное бюроGREENS архитектурно-ландшафтное бюро
Мы воспользовались тем, что участок имел небольшой перепад, создав на одной сотке целых три уровня. На верхнем уровне расположился детский игровой комплекс, на среднем, – клумбы и рождественское дерево, а на нижнем уровне мы замостили патио для посиделок.
Rollingwood Slide House
Rollingwood Slide House
Oliver Custom HomesOliver Custom Homes
Architect: Tim Brown Architecture. Photographer: Casey Fry
This is an example of a large traditional front patio in Austin with no cover and decomposed granite.
Elberton Way: Southern Living Custom Builder Showcase Home
Elberton Way: Southern Living Custom Builder Showcase Home
Bret Franks Construction, Inc.Bret Franks Construction, Inc.
Images courtesy of Providence Design
Photo of a large traditional front patio in Little Rock with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Cottage Patio/Landscaping - Essex, MA
Cottage Patio/Landscaping - Essex, MA
Rue Sherwood Landscape Design, LLCRue Sherwood Landscape Design, LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic front patio in Boston with natural stone paving and no cover.
Our Work
Our Work
MAPLE LEAF LANDSCAPINGMAPLE LEAF LANDSCAPING
Medium sized traditional front patio in Burlington with natural stone paving and no cover.
Lakeland Shores Residence
Lakeland Shores Residence
Villa LandscapesVilla Landscapes
Willow Creek pavers and a VERSA-LOK seat wall were used to create this simple courtyard. "The design fits the space and the customer's taste," said Villa Landscapes landscape designer Kelly O'Donahue. "It's a classic contemporary look."
BRADLEYS HEAD ROAD MOSMAN
BRADLEYS HEAD ROAD MOSMAN
James Design Studio ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSJames Design Studio ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
Inspiration for a classic front patio in Sydney with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Vibrant Eye Catching Front Yard Landscape
Vibrant Eye Catching Front Yard Landscape
Second Nature Outdoor Living & LandscapingSecond Nature Outdoor Living & Landscaping
This homeowner was looking for a space in their front yard to sit and relax. We delivered a beautiful, vibrant outdoor living space.
Photo of a small classic front patio in Kansas City with natural stone paving and no cover.
PNW Outdoor Living Reimagined
PNW Outdoor Living Reimagined
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
This is an example of a large traditional front patio in Portland with concrete paving and no cover.

Traditional Front 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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