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Traditional Patio with Decomposed Granite Ideas and Designs

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Provence on the North Shore
Provence on the North Shore
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and a gazebo.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.
Outdoor Living by McCarthy Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Rollingwood Slide House
Rollingwood Slide House
Oliver Custom HomesOliver Custom Homes
Architect: Tim Brown Architecture. Photographer: Casey Fry
This is an example of a large traditional front patio in Austin with no cover and decomposed granite.
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Small traditional back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and no cover.
Eco-friendly garden, Kentfield, CA
Eco-friendly garden, Kentfield, CA
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
Lawn replaced with decomposed granite resulting in a very low maintenance and low water garden. Rustic caldron retrofitted into a gas firepit. Photo: Eileen Kelly, Marin Landscape and Garden Designer and owner of Dig Your Garden Landscape Design located in San Anselmo, CA. http://www.digyourgarden.com/portfolio/kentfieldreplacedlawn.html
The Ultimate Lowcountry Retreat
The Ultimate Lowcountry Retreat
H2 BuildersH2 Builders
John McManus
Photo of a medium sized classic front patio in Atlanta with decomposed granite and a roof extension.
South Pasadena Eclectic
South Pasadena Eclectic
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
Blending a modern sensibility with traditional architecture, this garden features a front yard meadow with native grasses (Carex praecracilis) and wildflowers. Poured-in-place concrete pavers in a meandering pattern slow the approach from the sidewalk to the entry. The modestly-sized backyard has been maximized for entertaining with outdoor dining and lounging areas and subtle landscape lighting. Native plants, herbs, and edibles share the back garden beds, and a raised pond brings the garden to life. Photo by Martin Cox Photography.
Fire Pit Among Turf, ADU, and Vegetable Garden
Fire Pit Among Turf, ADU, and Vegetable Garden
Landscape LogicLandscape Logic
This is how it turned out. Concrete with an accent of flagstone; seatwall w/concrete cap; artificial turf; D.G. pathway; raised wooden garden boxes. By Tony Vitale
Our Work
Our Work
Arts Wired ElectronicsArts Wired Electronics
Medium sized classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back patio in Detroit with decomposed granite and no cover.
Vendome Home Renovation
Vendome Home Renovation
Designing SolutionsDesigning Solutions
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in DC Metro with decomposed granite and no cover.
El Paso Far Eastside Oasis
El Paso Far Eastside Oasis
GO Designs Inc.GO Designs Inc.
Its all about family...This east side backyard transformation began with a recommendation from our previous clients. This design build plan began with the family in mind! A place to have picnics, learn about flowers, enjoy family pets, vegetable gardening, bird watching and an outdoor living space for friends and family to get together for those special everyday occasions! Mission accomplished, phase 1.
Modern Meets Traditional
Modern Meets Traditional
Denham-Vitalie DesignDenham-Vitalie Design
Inspiration for a large classic back patio in Other with a fireplace, decomposed granite and no cover.
Garden Escape
Garden Escape
RootBoundRootBound
View of urn from lower level family room.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Other with a water feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Garden Escape
Garden Escape
RootBoundRootBound
View from the deck level above.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Other with a water feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.McCarthy Custom Homes LLC.
Outdoor Living by McCarthy Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, decomposed granite and no cover.
Renovations
Renovations
Keller/Eaton ArchitectsKeller/Eaton Architects
This outdoor living space is located in Westchester County, New York. The patio has an outdoor dining area, bar, full kitchen and views over the expansive backyard.
Provence on the North Shore
Provence on the North Shore
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
Photo of an expansive classic back patio in Chicago with decomposed granite and a pergola.
Exterior- Windows & Doors
Exterior- Windows & Doors
Window & Door ProsWindow & Door Pros
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a roof extension.
Ravenna Bungalow
Ravenna Bungalow
Hayes Landscape Design ServicesHayes Landscape Design Services
Design ideas for a small traditional back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, decomposed granite and a pergola.

Traditional Patio with Decomposed Granite 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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