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Traditional Patio Ideas and Designs

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Pound Ridge
Pound Ridge
Legacy Construction Northeast LLCLegacy Construction Northeast LLC
Peter Krupenye
Inspiration for a traditional patio in New York.
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Photo of a traditional patio in Boston with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Farm-to-Table
Farm-to-Table
Carol Kurth Architecture + InteriorsCarol Kurth Architecture + Interiors
Architecture as a Backdrop for Living™ ©2015 Carol Kurth Architecture, PC www.carolkurtharchitects.com (914) 234-2595 | Bedford, NY Westchester Architect and Interior Designer Photography by Peter Krupenye Construction by Legacy Construction Northeast
Blue Ash Patio
Blue Ash Patio
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel
Neal's Design Remodel
This is an example of a traditional patio in Cincinnati.
Atherton, CA
Atherton, CA
Michael Callan Landscape ArchitectMichael Callan Landscape Architect
This is an example of a classic patio in San Francisco.
Clark
Clark
Rescom Landscaping, Inc.Rescom Landscaping, Inc.
Business Photo Pro / Klee Van Hamersveld
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Living Area
Outdoor Living Area
Capital Renovations GroupCapital Renovations Group
Photography by Ken Vaughn
Inspiration for a traditional back patio in Dallas with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
East Memphis New Construction Indoor Patio
East Memphis New Construction Indoor Patio
R. Scott WoodworkingR. Scott Woodworking
Medium sized classic back patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Pool Bar
Pool Bar
Westwind Woodworkers Inc.Westwind Woodworkers Inc.
Michael's Photography
Medium sized traditional back patio in Minneapolis with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo.
Guilford Waterfront
Guilford Waterfront
HOBBS INCHOBBS INC
Photo of a traditional patio in Bridgeport.
Patios
Patios
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
This spacious patio provides ample room for entertaining and space for lounging around the fire pit and cooking on the barbeque.
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Denver with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Grapevine Smokey Lueder Stone Cabinet and Covered Patio
Grapevine Smokey Lueder Stone Cabinet and Covered Patio
CDP Environmental ConstructionCDP Environmental Construction
This is an example of a large classic back patio in Dallas with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Gazebo - Niagara On The Lake
Gazebo - Niagara On The Lake
TFSinc - Timber Frame Design and ConstructionTFSinc - Timber Frame Design and Construction
Beautiful traditional timber frame gazebo with wood burning fireplace and timber frame class coffee table.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Toronto with a fire feature, concrete paving and a gazebo.
Deck Restoration and Remodel
Deck Restoration and Remodel
M.E.M. Remodeling & MoreM.E.M. Remodeling & More
This beautiful dark stain makes this deck shine and makes it more inviting. Darla Duncan with M.E.M. Remodeling & More
Photo of a classic patio in Birmingham.
Project of the Month: February 2016
Project of the Month: February 2016
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
Gorgeous outdoor living space built to look original to the home. Provides additional shade, but does not minimize the amount of light that reaches the interior of the home. Photo credit: Click Photographer
Dalkeith 2
Dalkeith 2
Brian Burke HomesBrian Burke Homes
Large traditional back patio in Perth with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
California Room w/ La Cantina Doors
California Room w/ La Cantina Doors
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
This backyard features two attached solid roof California rooms with two fireplaces and spaces for lounging, dining, entertaining, and relaxing. Reclaimed wood is used for the beams and ceiling to create a warm and inviting feel. Additional amenities include heaters, TV, sound system, and lighting. Both outdoor rooms all view towards the pool in the center of the yard.
Outdoor Bar with Exposed Rafter Roofing & Paver Seating
Outdoor Bar with Exposed Rafter Roofing & Paver Seating
My Ty DesignMy Ty Design
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a gazebo.
OUTDOOR KITCHEN SHOWROOM
OUTDOOR KITCHEN SHOWROOM
SolutionForSpacesSolutionForSpaces
Center View All 4 screens up! TRUE - Refrigeration Nature Kast Cabinetry 4 Seasons Outdoor Kitchen Showroom 1125 1st Ave East Kalispell, Montana 59901 Beer & Wine Fridges\ Breesista Furntirue Firemagic grills granite counter-top indoor-outdoor living NatureKast Cabinetry Outdoor Cabinetry outdoor dining outdoor furniture outdoor living outdoor refrigerators raised counter-top Solaria Heating true refrigeration Universal Screens Wellness mats.
Duluth Outdoor Living Area
Duluth Outdoor Living Area
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
An outdoor addition that adds boldness, permanence, and class. This project features an outdoor fireplace, patio, pergola, timber wall, and landscaping. Photo courtesy of Chad Leathers

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.
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