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Traditional Side Patio Ideas and Designs

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Urban Outdoor Living
Urban Outdoor Living
Trevor Fulmer DesignTrevor Fulmer Design
To create a colonial outdoor living space, we gut renovated this patio, incorporating heated bluestones, a custom traditional fireplace and bespoke furniture. The space was divided into three distinct zones for cooking, dining, and lounging. Firing up the built-in gas grill or a relaxing by the fireplace, this space brings the inside out.
Charming in Lake Oswego
Charming in Lake Oswego
Rebecca Abraham DesignRebecca Abraham Design
Inspiration for a small classic side patio in Phoenix with a fireplace and no cover.
Houston St.
Houston St.
Lyrd InteriorsLyrd Interiors
Photo of a small traditional side patio in Houston with concrete paving and a pergola.
Pool Cabana
Pool Cabana
Nyhus Design GroupNyhus Design Group
Designed to compliment the existing single story home in a densely wooded setting, this Pool Cabana serves as outdoor kitchen, dining, bar, bathroom/changing room, and storage. Photos by Ross Pushinaitus.
Brick Beauty - brick detail
Brick Beauty - brick detail
eric gedney | ARCHITECTeric gedney | ARCHITECT
A brick artisan was hired to match the ornate pattern of the original house. We reused as much as we could from the demolition and filled in with reclaimed bricks of a similar age.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor Living Spaces
Knob Hill Landscape Co.Knob Hill Landscape Co.
Medium sized classic side patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Classical Contemporary Residence
Classical Contemporary Residence
Tim Barber ArchitectsTim Barber Architects
Patio and pergola of a Classical Contemporary residence in Los Angeles, CA.
This is an example of a large classic side patio in Los Angeles with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Desert Prairie / Master Bedroom Patio
Desert Prairie / Master Bedroom Patio
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
Located near the base of Scottsdale landmark Pinnacle Peak, the Desert Prairie is surrounded by distant peaks as well as boulder conservation easements. This 30,710 square foot site was unique in terrain and shape and was in close proximity to adjacent properties. These unique challenges initiated a truly unique piece of architecture. Planning of this residence was very complex as it weaved among the boulders. The owners were agnostic regarding style, yet wanted a warm palate with clean lines. The arrival point of the design journey was a desert interpretation of a prairie-styled home. The materials meet the surrounding desert with great harmony. Copper, undulating limestone, and Madre Perla quartzite all blend into a low-slung and highly protected home. Located in Estancia Golf Club, the 5,325 square foot (conditioned) residence has been featured in Luxe Interiors + Design’s September/October 2018 issue. Additionally, the home has received numerous design awards. Desert Prairie // Project Details Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Argue Custom Homes Interior Design: Lindsey Schultz Design Interior Furnishings: Ownby Design Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Photography: Werner Segarra
7th Street Apalachicola, FL paver and hardscape design
7th Street Apalachicola, FL paver and hardscape design
GeoFlora GroupGeoFlora Group
This is a "after" photo prior, showing portion of Blackwater's design and construction. This project consisted of designing and installing a concrete paver patio area with a central fountain in the side yard, which was primarily weeds and undesirable vegetation.
Patio Spaces
Patio Spaces
JPM LandscapeJPM Landscape
Design/Build Jpm Landscape Sideyard patio area, pavers, seating area, back step
Photo of a small classic side patio in San Francisco with concrete paving, a roof extension and a water feature.
Barry Design Build
Barry Design Build
Barry Design BuildBarry Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized traditional side patio in Dallas with natural stone paving and no cover.
Custom Landscape Design in New Jersey & Staten Island
Custom Landscape Design in New Jersey & Staten Island
Millenium Stone WorksMillenium Stone Works
Natural stone walk way design and installation. Backyard retreat includes a patio and fire pit area. design services in Colts Neck, Holmdel and Rumson New Jersey, throughout Monmouth County and in Staten Island.
Project
Project
Platinum Outdoor EnvironmentsPlatinum Outdoor Environments
Large classic side patio in Dallas with a potted garden, decomposed granite and no cover.
Gazebo & Custom Screen
Gazebo & Custom Screen
Benchmark Building Services Inc.Benchmark Building Services Inc.
Gazebo, Decks and Patios
Design ideas for a small traditional side patio in Toronto with a living wall, decking and a gazebo.
Home on the Plains - Magnolia Journal Feature Project
Home on the Plains - Magnolia Journal Feature Project
Kelsey Leigh Design Co.Kelsey Leigh Design Co.
Medium sized classic side patio in Oklahoma City with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Tudor Eclectic, Kentucky Estate
Tudor Eclectic, Kentucky Estate
Farris Concepts in ArchitectureFarris Concepts in Architecture
Porch detail off of Salon
Design ideas for a small traditional side patio in Nashville with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Mermaid Manor
Mermaid Manor
Pheasant Hill Homes Ltd.Pheasant Hill Homes Ltd.
Bright Idea Photography
Inspiration for a traditional side patio in Vancouver with an outdoor shower.
Ultimate NW Contemporary Architecture
Ultimate NW Contemporary Architecture
Kritsonis LindorKritsonis Lindor
Design ideas for an expansive traditional side patio in Seattle with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
WATERSIDE HOME, EMSWORTH, HAMPSHIRE
WATERSIDE HOME, EMSWORTH, HAMPSHIRE
Emma Painter InteriorsEmma Painter Interiors
Chris Snook and Emma Painter Interiors
This is an example of a small traditional side patio in Sussex with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Santa Monica Remodel
Santa Monica Remodel
Design InterventionDesign Intervention
Deck before remodel
Small classic side patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, decking and an awning.

Traditional Side 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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