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Courtyard Patio Ideas and Designs

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28231 Tinajo - Mission Viejo, CA
28231 Tinajo - Mission Viejo, CA
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zinc water fountain, planters, bench
zinc water fountain, planters, bench
Dion City Landscapes, IncDion City Landscapes, Inc
Centor Screening System
Centor Screening System
Shade And Shutter Systems, IncShade And Shutter Systems, Inc
These Retractable Screens are top of the line luxury with built in, full enclosed, pulley systems designed to give two finger control. These screens may stop anywhere within the travel path and are not operated by a full tension spring. Most retractable screens of this size have large "full tension springs" that are under heavy loads while the screen is deployed. These springs will often pull out of the user's hands as they try to open the screen to pass through. The retractable screen you see in this photo will go up to 10' tall x 24' wide, with a completely clear opening. The screens are also available in insect screen, solar screen, privacy screen, and combination screens. They are completely incased and have billet aluminum frames. This Retractable Screen is the perfect solution to the Custom Builder or Architect needing a large span screen solution. These are also great for noise abatement within open floor plan homes and structures. Knock down echoes, close off TV or office spaces, or create sections within a large space for a more intimate setting in seconds. Our Product Specialists are always available to speak with at 800-522-1599 if you would like more information.
Toro Canyon Tuscan Style Pool and Landscape | Santa Barbara CA
Toro Canyon Tuscan Style Pool and Landscape | Santa Barbara CA
Natural Concepts Landscaping ContractorsNatural Concepts Landscaping Contractors
Design | Tim Doles Landscape Design Photography | Kurt Jordan Photography
Moorish-Inspired Hacienda Courtyard
Moorish-Inspired Hacienda Courtyard
Clemens & Associates Inc.Clemens & Associates Inc.
Outdoor furnishings in the front courtyard of a historic Santa Fe estate. Carved teak chairs accented with Elaine Smith Pillows are set around a custom upholstered ottoman. Photo Credit: Kirk Gittings
Estate in Northern California
Estate in Northern California
Robert Frear ArchitectsRobert Frear Architects
Viaggio's Italian Farm House
Viaggio's Italian Farm House
Viaggio, Ltd.Viaggio, Ltd.
Front Courtyard Patio Italian Farm House by Viaggio, Ltd. in Littleton, CO. Viaggio Homes is a premier custom home builder in Colorado.
Стильная эклектика
Стильная эклектика
Onion-Art DESIGN STUDIOOnion-Art DESIGN STUDIO
Fountains
Fountains
Contessa Stone DesignContessa Stone Design
Mediterranean with an Asian Flair
Mediterranean with an Asian Flair
Marilyn's Garden DesignMarilyn's Garden Design
Formal Garden Entrance, Marilyn Guidroz designer, Jerry Pavia photographer
San Francisco Cottage
San Francisco Cottage
Alida Landscape DesignAlida Landscape Design
Spanish Courtyard
Spanish Courtyard
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Studio H Landscape Architecture
Mediterranean Estate
Mediterranean Estate
Owen Brothers Landscape DevelopmentOwen Brothers Landscape Development
Home Sweet Home
Home Sweet Home
Giuseppe Lunardini Architetto del PaesaggioGiuseppe Lunardini Architetto del Paesaggio
A paved area to park car under a pergola, pots and a lawn are the main character of this garden. Giuseppe Lunardini
Bayshores
Bayshores
MDZA Landscape Architecture and PlanningMDZA Landscape Architecture and Planning
EL & EL Wood Products – Elite Series Retrofit Patio Doors
EL & EL Wood Products – Elite Series Retrofit Patio Doors
EL & EL Wood Products Corp.EL & EL Wood Products Corp.
EL & EL Wood Products Elite Series Retrofit Patio Doors. Single panel fiberglass doors and sidelites with LoE glass. Available as singles, doubles, triples, and quad configurations.
Southwest Safari in Santa Fe
Southwest Safari in Santa Fe
Samuel Design GroupSamuel Design Group
Daniel Nadelbach
Various Vergolas
Various Vergolas
Vergola NSWVergola NSW
Indoor Courtyards (Mediterranean Style)
Indoor Courtyards (Mediterranean Style)
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Image by 'Ancient Surfaces' Product: 'Indoor Courtyard stone elements' Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com Central Mediterranean courtyards within homes of all major South European design styles, featuring antique stone pavers, fountains, columns and more...
BACKYARD FIRE PIT
BACKYARD FIRE PIT
Stone Cloud Design BuildStone Cloud Design Build
James Maynard, Vantage Imagery

Courtyard 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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