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Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Design ideas for a classic patio steps in DC Metro.
Transitional Outdoor Living with Fireplace, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola
Transitional Outdoor Living with Fireplace, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola
Shearon Design CollectiveShearon Design Collective
Outdoor Living with Fireplace, Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen, Pergola, Garden Beds, Spa Patio, Daybed, Outdoor Furniture, Hardscape, Turf, and Lighting.
Design ideas for a classic back patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Living in Monument with Hot Tub, Fireplace, BBQ
Outdoor Living in Monument with Hot Tub, Fireplace, BBQ
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
By creating a built in space for this hot tub to sit it allows for more comfortable access to the spa, By continuing the seat wall around the spa continues the function and aesthetic of the outdoor living space.
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San Clemente Craftsman
San Clemente Craftsman
Living Gardens Landscape DesignLiving Gardens Landscape Design
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional patio in Orange County with a fireplace.
Private Residence I
Private Residence I
Michael D'Angelo Landscape Architecture LLCMichael D'Angelo Landscape Architecture LLC
Design ideas for a traditional patio in Boston.
Morningside
Morningside
Calimia HomeCalimia Home
Inspiration for a traditional patio in Miami.
Glendale Ave
Glendale Ave
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
Inspiration for a classic patio in Minneapolis.
Shadowlawn Drive Custom New Construction
Shadowlawn Drive Custom New Construction
Ellie Mroz DesignEllie Mroz Design
Traditional back patio in New York with a pergola and fencing.
Outdoor Living Space with Pool in Milton
Outdoor Living Space with Pool in Milton
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The classic style covered cabana sits poolside and houses an impressive, outdoor, stacked stone, wood burning fireplace with wood storage, mounted tv, a vaulted tongue and groove ceiling and an outdoor living room perfect for hosting family and friends.
Anirban Family
Anirban Family
Richard's Total Backyard SolutionsRichard's Total Backyard Solutions
Picture perfect Outdoor Living Space for the family to enjoy and even for the perfect date night under the stars! 100' perimeter geometric style pool & spa combo in Sugar Land. Key features of the project: - Centered and slightly raised geometric style spa - Travertine ledger stone and coping throughout the pool & raised wall feature - "California Smoke" Comfort Decking around the pool and under the pergola - 15' wide tanning ledge that is incorporated into the pool steps - Two large fire bowls - 10 x 16 Pergola with polycarbonate clear cover - Artificial turf borders most the pool area in - Plaster color: Marquis Saphire #HotTubs #SwimSpas #CustomPools #HoustonPoolBuilder #Top50Builder #Top50Service #Outdoorkitchens #Outdoorliving
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
This is an example of a large classic back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Complete Renovation - Hollywood Hills
Complete Renovation - Hollywood Hills
Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Los Angeles with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Lucero
Lucero
Supple Homes, IncSupple Homes, Inc
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor shower.
Barton Creek III
Barton Creek III
Butter Lutz Interiors, LLCButter Lutz Interiors, LLC
A warm-toned outdoor media area.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Austin with a fire feature and a roof extension.
POPE | FRISCO RESIDENCE
POPE | FRISCO RESIDENCE
FineLines Design StudioFineLines Design Studio
Traditional patio in Dallas.
Exterior Renovation of Colonial Home with Copper Accents
Exterior Renovation of Colonial Home with Copper Accents
Lasley Brahaney Architecture + ConstructionLasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction
Photo of a traditional patio in Philadelphia.
Queen Mary Drive
Queen Mary Drive
Cedar Springs Landscape GroupCedar Springs Landscape Group
Medium sized classic patio in Toronto.
Las Lomas Remodel
Las Lomas Remodel
McCollum Studio ArchitectsMcCollum Studio Architects
Traditional patio in Austin.
Wexford Covered Deck and Patio
Wexford Covered Deck and Patio
Darrell C Kauric Architect LLCDarrell C Kauric Architect LLC
Medium sized traditional back patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.

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.
Gable Style Patio Cover with Fireplace
Gable Style Patio Cover with Fireplace
Houston Home ImprovementHouston Home Improvement
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Houston with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
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