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Traditional Patio Ideas and Designs

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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
Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchens
Nordic Kitchens and BathsNordic Kitchens and Baths
Steve Whitsitt Photography
Photo of a large classic back patio in New Orleans with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Dantzig project
Dantzig project
Ridgecrest DesignsRidgecrest Designs
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.
Outdoor Pergola with outlets for lights Raised planter and knee wall for easy gardening Trellis on fence for Climbing Hydrangea
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Chicago with concrete paving and a pergola.
Traditional Attached Gazebo Build
Traditional Attached Gazebo Build
Blue Mountain Home ContractorBlue Mountain Home Contractor
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Toronto with brick paving and a roof extension.
Los Altos Project #3
Los Altos Project #3
UserUser
Russell Abraham Photography
Design ideas for a classic patio in San Francisco.
lean-to roof
lean-to roof
John Blake ConstructionJohn Blake Construction
Custom Joist Hangers
Classic patio in New Orleans.
Brick Floors
Brick Floors
Pine Hall Brick CompanyPine Hall Brick Company
The rich wood, cultured stone and woven chairs are tied together nicely with the colors of Rosewood pavers. by Pine Hall Brick
Photo of a traditional patio in Other.
Outdoor Kitchen and Bar
Outdoor Kitchen and Bar
UserUser
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Patio Retreat, Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.
Outdoor Patio Retreat, Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.
Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Birmingham with a fire feature, brick paving and a roof extension.
On Outdoor Oasis
On Outdoor Oasis
Braen SupplyBraen Supply
This steeply sloped property was converted into a backyard retreat through the use of natural and man-made stone. The natural gunite swimming pool includes a sundeck and waterfall and is surrounded by a generous paver patio, seat walls and a sunken bar. A Koi pond, bocce court and night-lighting provided add to the interest and enjoyment of this landscape. This beautiful redesign was also featured in the Interlock Design Magazine. Explained perfectly in ICPI, “Some spa owners might be jealous of the newly revamped backyard of Wayne, NJ family: 5,000 square feet of outdoor living space, complete with an elevated patio area, pool and hot tub lined with natural rock, a waterfall bubbling gently down from a walkway above, and a cozy fire pit tucked off to the side. The era of kiddie pools, Coleman grills and fold-up lawn chairs may be officially over.”
Timber Frame Pergolas & Gazebo Combination for Shade
Timber Frame Pergolas & Gazebo Combination for Shade
Western Timber FrameWestern Timber Frame
Underneath view of an old world designed dovetailed mortise and tenon timber framed gazebo kit.
Traditional patio in Salt Lake City with a gazebo.
Extended Covered Patio with Fireplace and Dining Room
Extended Covered Patio with Fireplace and Dining Room
Tradition Outdoor LivingTradition Outdoor Living
We designed an extended patio cover to include a Fire Feature with additional seating and dining room for our client’s lovely stucco home. Projecting outward at an obtuse angle, the entertaining patio provides ample seating options for many to gather around the wood-burning fireplace. This 42” stainless steel fireplace includes a gas log lighter for added convenience! Attention-drawing, it also features an extended hearth. The client requested an Extensive Electrical package including a 50” HDTV mounted above the fireplace with Bose Flushmount Sound System to provide optimal sound throughout the outdoor living room. Recessed lighting, nestled in the elegant Tongue and Groove ceiling, illuminates the patio while the flood lights on the surrounding exterior highlight the Complete Landscaping package in the lawn. Completing this outdoor living room, stamped concrete perfects this space with a beautiful, bright pattern to complement the existing stucco finishes. Though this project is an add-on, the stucco texture, paint, and trim look utterly original to the home!
Mortise and Tenon
Mortise and Tenon
Arrow Timber FramingArrow Timber Framing
Mike Schultz Arrow Timber Framing 9726 NE 302nd St, Battle Ground, WA 98604 (360) 687-1868 Web Site: https://www.arrowtimber.com
PINE HAVEN (PARADE MODEL)
PINE HAVEN (PARADE MODEL)
Woodhaven Homes and RemodelingWoodhaven Homes and Remodeling
Tom Sauer
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Milwaukee with decking and a roof extension.
California Room w/ Custom Dining Table
California Room w/ Custom Dining Table
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.
Advanced Renovation Projects
Advanced Renovation Projects
Jim Schmid PhotographyJim Schmid Photography
Jim Schmid Photography
Inspiration for a traditional patio in Charlotte.
Prosise Project
Prosise Project
Timberline Patio CoversTimberline Patio Covers
A cedar free-standing, gable style patio cover with beautiful landscaping and stone walkways that lead around the house. This project also has a day bed that is surrounded by landscaping and a water fountain.
S.S.S. Patio Cover
S.S.S. Patio Cover
Sky Studio Designs, LLCSky Studio Designs, LLC
Exterior patio cover and outdoor living space.
Photo of a large classic back patio in New Orleans with brick paving and a roof extension.
Sunroom Addition
Sunroom Addition
The Kitchen and Bath Gallery, IncThe Kitchen and Bath Gallery, Inc
This 30' x 15' room provided a generous dining space in addition to the living space. There is a masonry wood burning fireplace in the living area. Photograph by Patrick Wherritt

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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