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White Patio Ideas and Designs

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Park House
Park House
Park and Oak DesignPark and Oak Design
This is an example of a traditional patio in Chicago with brick paving, a roof extension and a bar area.
Key Biscayne Beach House
Key Biscayne Beach House
Interiors by Maite GrandaInteriors by Maite Granda
Project Feature in: Luxe Magazine & Luxury Living Brickell From skiing in the Swiss Alps to water sports in Key Biscayne, a relocation for a Chilean couple with three small children was a sea change. “They’re probably the most opposite places in the world,” says the husband about moving from Switzerland to Miami. The couple fell in love with a tropical modern house in Key Biscayne with architecture by Marta Zubillaga and Juan Jose Zubillaga of Zubillaga Design. The white-stucco home with horizontal planks of red cedar had them at hello due to the open interiors kept bright and airy with limestone and marble plus an abundance of windows. “The light,” the husband says, “is something we loved.” While in Miami on an overseas trip, the wife met with designer Maite Granda, whose style she had seen and liked online. For their interview, the homeowner brought along a photo book she created that essentially offered a roadmap to their family with profiles, likes, sports, and hobbies to navigate through the design. They immediately clicked, and Granda’s passion for designing children’s rooms was a value-added perk that the mother of three appreciated. “She painted a picture for me of each of the kids,” recalls Granda. “She said, ‘My boy is very creative—always building; he loves Legos. My oldest girl is very artistic— always dressing up in costumes, and she likes to sing. And the little one—we’re still discovering her personality.’” To read more visit: https://maitegranda.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/LX_MIA11_HOM_Maite_12.compressed.pdf Rolando Diaz
"Mountain Star"
"Mountain Star"
K. H. Webb ArchitectsK. H. Webb Architects
This is an example of a contemporary patio in Denver with a fire feature and no cover.
Corona del Mar 2
Corona del Mar 2
Garden StudioGarden Studio
www.nicholasgingold.com
Photo of a traditional back patio in Orange County with natural stone paving.
Comtemporary Ranch
Comtemporary Ranch
C & C Partners Design/Build FirmC & C Partners Design/Build Firm
Photo of a country back patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Modern Farmhouse, Auburn
Modern Farmhouse, Auburn
Holland Homes LLCHolland Homes LLC
Inspiration for a large country back patio in Atlanta with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Alcazar
Alcazar
HB Construction, LLCHB Construction, LLC
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Miami with a roof extension.
Raised Terrace Bluestone Patio in Edina
Raised Terrace Bluestone Patio in Edina
English StoneEnglish Stone
Raised, full color bluestone patio on Fondulac stone walls. With front entry stone steps. By English Stone
Photo of a large traditional front patio in Minneapolis with natural stone paving.
Landscape and Backyards
Landscape and Backyards
Christiano Homes, Inc.Christiano Homes, Inc.
Landscape/exterior design - Molly Wood Garden Design Design - Mindy Gayer Design Photo - Lane Dittoe
Inspiration for a coastal patio in Orange County.
Seaside Avenue Residence
Seaside Avenue Residence
Curtis & Windham Architects, Inc.Curtis & Windham Architects, Inc.
Hester + Hardaway Photographers
Large nautical back patio in Miami with decking and a roof extension.
Newport Heights
Newport Heights
Blackband DesignBlackband Design
Interior Design by Blackband Design 949.872.2234 www.blackbanddesign.com Home Build & Design by: Graystone Custom Builders, Inc. Newport Beach, CA (949) 466-0900
Pool Houses
Pool Houses
Alisberg ParkerAlisberg Parker
Beach style back patio in New York with an outdoor kitchen and a pergola.
Amarra
Amarra
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
This is an example of an expansive classic back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Connecticut Summer Escape
Connecticut Summer Escape
Kelsey Ann RoseKelsey Ann Rose
Interior Design by Nina Carbone.
Inspiration for a country patio in New York.
Patio with Italianate Lantern
Patio with Italianate Lantern
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
Characterized by a stunning iron scroll bracket and an elongated lantern, the Bevolo Italianate Lantern adds European charm to any home. It is available in natural gas, liquid propane, and electric. Standard Lantern Sizes Height Width Depth 20.0" 9.75" 9.75" 27.0" 12.5" 12.5" 33.0" 15.25" 15.25"
FRENCH LAUREL
FRENCH LAUREL
ORIJIN STONE, LLCORIJIN STONE, LLC
Our exclusive ORIJIN STONE Laurel sandstone tumbled edge paving & steps featured at this Lake Minnetonka weekend retreat. Designed & installed by Topo, LLC. Chelsea Eul Photography.
72nd Street
72nd Street
AZ Contracting Group LLCAZ Contracting Group LLC
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Phoenix.
Modern Coastal at Manhattan Beach
Modern Coastal at Manhattan Beach
Breeze Giannasio InteriorsBreeze Giannasio Interiors
Meghan Bob Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized classic patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
The Christopher Kennedy Compound
The Christopher Kennedy Compound
LaCantina DoorsLaCantina Doors
Medium sized retro courtyard patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving and no cover.
Suburban DC - Cahill Residence
Suburban DC - Cahill Residence
CM GloverCM Glover
CM Glover Photography © 2013 Houzz
Design ideas for a traditional patio in DC Metro.

White 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 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 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 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 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 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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