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Traditional Patio with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Copa De Oro
Copa De Oro
MODE audio visualMODE audio visual
Photo of a large classic back patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, a pergola and decking.
STONE GEORGIAN, GREENWICH, CT
STONE GEORGIAN, GREENWICH, CT
Granoff ArchitectsGranoff Architects
Large traditional back patio in New York with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Thornbury Township
Thornbury Township
B.DeMichele Inc.B.DeMichele Inc.
This roomy patio space allows for outdoor entertaining of larger parties. The pavers and walls are constructed using EP Henry products.
Inspiration for a small traditional back patio in Philadelphia with a fireplace, concrete paving and an awning.
W. LA Backyard Makeover
W. LA Backyard Makeover
BE Landscape DesignBE Landscape Design
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Dal-Rich Outdoor Kitchen and Grilling spaces
Dal-Rich Outdoor Kitchen and Grilling spaces
Dal-Rich Design & ConstructionDal-Rich Design & Construction
© Daniel Bowman Ashe www.visuocreative.com for Dal-Rich Construction, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a gazebo.
Timberframe Free-standing Roof
Timberframe Free-standing Roof
Tenhulzen ResidentialTenhulzen Residential
Timberframe with exposed cardecking over sanded concrete patio.
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in Seattle with a gazebo, an outdoor kitchen and concrete slabs.
Craftsman Patio
Craftsman Patio
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
The Sentinele House
The Sentinele House
Barroso HomesBarroso Homes
Amazing peaceful outdoor space stone wall with TV and see thru fireplace Prodema cladding (maintenance free) - from Spain
This is an example of a traditional patio in Toronto with a roof extension.
Armstrong Property
Armstrong Property
Paradise Restored Landscaping & Exterior DesignParadise Restored Landscaping & Exterior Design
Gazebo, Covered Wood Structure, Outdoor Fireplace, Outdoor Living Space, Concrete Paver Hardscape, Ambient Lighting, Landscape Lighting, Outdoor Lighting,
7 Bridges Woodridge, IL
7 Bridges Woodridge, IL
Rolling Landscapes Inc.Rolling Landscapes Inc.
Photo by: Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, a pergola and natural stone paving.
Oakdale Transitional
Oakdale Transitional
Oak Leaf Custom HomesOak Leaf Custom Homes
Jim Greene
This is an example of a large classic back patio in Oklahoma City with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Los Gatos Outdoor Retreat
Los Gatos Outdoor Retreat
Design Focus InternationalDesign Focus International
© Lauren Devon www.laurendevon.com
Large classic back patio in San Francisco with a pergola and natural stone paving.
Outdoor Stainless Steel Cabinetry
Outdoor Stainless Steel Cabinetry
Danver Stainless Outdoor KitchensDanver Stainless Outdoor Kitchens
Photo of a classic patio in Bridgeport with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Westover Landscape DesignWestover Landscape Design
Like most growing families, this client wanted to lure everyone outside. And when the family went outdoors, they were hoping to find flamboyant color, delicious fragrance, freshly grilled food, fun play-spaces, and comfy entertaining areas waiting. Privacy was an imperative. Seems basic enough. But a heap of challenges stood in the way between what they were given upon arrival and the family's ultimate dreamscape. Primary among the impediments was the fact that the house stands on a busy corner lot. Plus, the breakneck slope was definitely not playground-friendly. Fortunately, Westover Landscape Design rode to the rescue and literally leveled the playing field. Furthermore, flowing from space to space is a thoroughly enjoyable, ever-changing journey given the blossom-filled, year-around-splendiferous gardens that now hug the walkway and stretch out to the property lines. Soft evergreen hedges and billowing flowering shrubs muffle street noise, giving the garden within a sense of embrace. A fully functional (and frequently used) convenient outdoor kitchen/dining area/living room expand the house's floorplan into a relaxing, nature-infused on-site vacationland. Mission accomplished. With the addition of the stunning old-world stone fireplace and pergola, this amazing property is a welcome retreat for year round enjoyment. Mission accomplished. Rob Cardillo for Westover Landscape Design
Pool House
Pool House
Rill ArchitectsRill Architects
Linda Cutter Photography
Design ideas for a classic patio in DC Metro with a pergola and a bbq area.
Pergolas, Arbors, Outdoor Structures
Pergolas, Arbors, Outdoor Structures
California Deck BuildersCalifornia Deck Builders
Beautiful outdoor structures of wood, metal, composite
This is an example of a large traditional back patio in Los Angeles with decking and a pergola.
Custom Outdoor Kitchen
Custom Outdoor Kitchen
Integrated Home Inc.Integrated Home Inc.
Large traditional back patio in New Orleans with an outdoor kitchen, a pergola and brick paving.
Euro height outdoor wicker chairs and stone patio table
Euro height outdoor wicker chairs and stone patio table
Summer ClassicsSummer Classics
Summer Classics Outdoor Furniture: Sedona Collection: On the perimeter of the Grand Canyon, along the Colorado River sits the city of Sedona. Our patent pending Sedona is a 1960s reinterpretation in N-dura resin featuring our romantic European height dining collection, and made from a 6mm hand-woven, round resin. Shown Sedona dining chair, Outdoor furniture, patio furniture sets, Swivel glider chair
Fireplace, patio, pergola
Fireplace, patio, pergola
The Outerspaces GroupThe Outerspaces Group
Traditional patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature and a pergola.
Mercer Island Waterfront Estate
Mercer Island Waterfront Estate
Shuler ArchitectureShuler Architecture
Here's one of our most recent projects that was completed in 2011. This client had just finished a major remodel of their house in 2008 and were about to enjoy Christmas in their new home. At the time, Seattle was buried under several inches of snow (a rarity for us) and the entire region was paralyzed for a few days waiting for the thaw. Our client decided to take advantage of this opportunity and was in his driveway sledding when a neighbor rushed down the drive yelling that his house was on fire. Unfortunately, the house was already engulfed in flames. Equally unfortunate was the snowstorm and the delay it caused the fire department getting to the site. By the time they arrived, the house and contents were a total loss of more than $2.2 million. Our role in the reconstruction of this home was two-fold. The first year of our involvement was spent working with a team of forensic contractors gutting the house, cleansing it of all particulate matter, and then helping our client negotiate his insurance settlement. Once we got over these hurdles, the design work and reconstruction started. Maintaining the existing shell, we reworked the interior room arrangement to create classic great room house with a contemporary twist. Both levels of the home were opened up to take advantage of the waterfront views and flood the interiors with natural light. On the lower level, rearrangement of the walls resulted in a tripling of the size of the family room while creating an additional sitting/game room. The upper level was arranged with living spaces bookended by the Master Bedroom at one end the kitchen at the other. The open Great Room and wrap around deck create a relaxed and sophisticated living and entertainment space that is accentuated by a high level of trim and tile detail on the interior and by custom metal railings and light fixtures on the exterior.

Traditional Patio with All Types of Cover 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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