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Winnetka Addition & Remodel
Winnetka Addition & Remodel
Sutherland Custom Builders (Sutherland Homes)Sutherland Custom Builders (Sutherland Homes)
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Cozy Patio and Fireplace
Cozy Patio and Fireplace
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Greg Koehler
Medium sized classic back patio in Richmond with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Oasis SpacesOasis Spaces
Medium sized classic back patio in New Orleans with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
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New Mountain Style Exterior
New Mountain Style Exterior
Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.
The rich stone patio, effervescent seating areas and aesthetically functional outdoor kitchen create a wonderful environment for relaxation.
Large classic back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Pools/Patios
Pools/Patios
BCI Custom HomesBCI Custom Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
French Tudor-Style Home
French Tudor-Style Home
Anthony James Master Builders, LLCAnthony James Master Builders, LLC
The backyard retreat with outdoor kitchen and brick oven extends the living and cooking space to the outdoors.
Design ideas for a large classic back patio in New York with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Covered Porch with outdoor fireplace
Covered Porch with outdoor fireplace
Haver & Skolnick LLC ArchitectsHaver & Skolnick LLC Architects
The outdoor fireplace on this covered porch is used year-round. Robert Benson Photography
This is an example of an expansive classic back patio in New York with natural stone paving, a roof extension and a fireplace.
Pergola for Outside Dining - Glenview
Pergola for Outside Dining - Glenview
Glenbrook RemodelingGlenbrook Remodeling
A cost effective pergola was quickly installed to help shade the hot midday sun and create a cozy outside dining area. Photo by: Peter Bradica
This is an example of a traditional back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
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
Inspiration for a large traditional front patio in Minneapolis with natural stone paving.
West Paces Park
West Paces Park
UserUser
Blayne Beacham
Inspiration for a classic patio in Other with no cover and a fireplace.
Fire Pits
Fire Pits
Affordable Hardscapes of VirginiaAffordable Hardscapes of Virginia
At Affordable Hardscapes of Virginia we view ourselves as "Exterior Designers" taking outdoor areas and making them functional, beautiful and pleasurable. Our exciting new approaches to traditional landscaping challenges result in outdoor living areas your family can cherish forever. Affordable Hardscapes of Virginia is a Design-Build company specializing in unique hardscape design and construction. Our Paver Patios, Retaining Walls, Outdoor Kitchens, Outdoor Fireplaces and Fire Pits add value to your property and bring your quality of life to a new level.
Patio and fire pit garden
Patio and fire pit garden
Susan Els Garden & Landscape DesignSusan Els Garden & Landscape Design
Classic patio in Burlington with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
California Country
California Country
David Thorne Landscape ArchitectDavid Thorne Landscape Architect
An indoor-outdoor banquet room with attached bar and hearth is a natural gathering place to overlook the serenity of the pool, lawn and gardens. Photography by Marion Brenner
Fireplaces & Fire Pits - Compact Stonewall Fire Pit and Patio
Fireplaces & Fire Pits - Compact Stonewall Fire Pit and Patio
Red Valley Landscape & Construction IncRed Valley Landscape & Construction Inc
Perfect for compact backyard, this cozy area encloses a fire pit, outdoor kitchen, several seating areas, and landscaping.
Small classic back patio in Oklahoma City with a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Little Horn Residence
Little Horn Residence
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
This gourmet kitchen includes wood burning pizza oven, grill, side burner, egg smoker, sink, refrigerator, trash chute, serving station and more! Photography: Daniel Driensky
Laurelhurst Garden
Laurelhurst Garden
Howells Architecture + DesignHowells Architecture + Design
This project reimagines an under-used back yard in Portland, Oregon, creating an urban garden with an adjacent writer’s studio. Taking inspiration from Japanese precedents, we conceived of a paving scheme with planters, a cedar soaking tub, a fire pit, and a seven-foot-tall cedar fence. A maple tree forms the focal point and will grow to shade the yard. Photo: Anna M Campbell: annamcampbell.com
Patios and Pavers
Patios and Pavers
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Brian Parks
Photo of a classic patio in Seattle with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Glencoe French Chateau - Formal Pool and Landscape
Glencoe French Chateau - Formal Pool and Landscape
Arrow. Land + StructuresArrow. Land + Structures
French Inspired Pool and Landscape by Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect. Design and Construction of Entire Property by: Arrow
This is an example of a classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Dark Stamped Concrete Steps
Dark Stamped Concrete Steps
TRU Landscape ServicesTRU Landscape Services
Dark stamped concrete steps down from the backyard patio area to the pool. Their curved design mimics the movement of the pool. TRU Landscape Services

Traditional 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.
Courtyard of period cottage, Rye
Courtyard of period cottage, Rye
Cornus Garden DesignCornus Garden Design
This lovely old red brick wall was too good to waste so iron pot holders were sourced and now carry clay pots with a range of useful herbs, just a step from the kitchen door.
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