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Luxury Traditional Patio Ideas and Designs

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Little Horn Residence
Little Horn Residence
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
This late 70's ranch style home was recently renovated with a clean, modern twist on the ranch style architecture of the existing residence. AquaTerra was hired to create the entire outdoor environment including the new pool and spa. Similar to the renovated home, this aquatic environment was designed to take a traditional pool and gives it a clean, modern twist. The site proved to be perfect for a long, sweeping curved water feature that can be seen from all of the outdoor gathering spaces as well as many rooms inside the residence. This design draws people outside and allows them to explore all of the features of the pool and outdoor spaces. Features of this resort like outdoor environment include: -Play pool with two lounge areas with LED lit bubblers -Pebble Tec Pebble Sheen Luminous series pool finish -Lightstreams glass tile -spa with six custom copper Bobe water spillway scuppers -water feature wall with three custom copper Bobe water scuppers -Fully automated with Pentair Equipment -LED lighting throughout the pool and spa -Gathering space with automated fire pit -Lounge deck area -Synthetic turf between step pads and deck -Gourmet outdoor kitchen to meet all the entertaining needs. This outdoor environment cohesively brings the clean & modern finishes of the renovated home seamlessly to the outdoors to a pool and spa for play, exercise and relaxation. Photography: Daniel Driensky
Greenwich, CT
Greenwich, CT
Valerie Grant InteriorsValerie Grant Interiors
Peter Rymwid
Burr Ridge Pool Deck
Burr Ridge Pool Deck
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Outdoor Spa
Outdoor Spa
Exscape DesignsExscape Designs
Outdoor spa in Cleveland, Ohio.
Remodeling & Renovations
Remodeling & Renovations
Cynthia Porche InteriorsCynthia Porche Interiors
Fred Gerlich
Ptarmigan Outdoor Living
Ptarmigan Outdoor Living
Lindgren LandscapeLindgren Landscape
Lindgren Landscape
Traditional Estate Home
Traditional Estate Home
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
The outdoor bar and living room is a statement with tongue and groove ceiling detail and stone columns, arches, and a stone bar. Photo by Spacecrafting
Clapboard Ridge
Clapboard Ridge
Carriage House GardensCarriage House Gardens
Bluestone Patio
Bluestone Patio
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Ultimate NW Contemporary Architecture
Ultimate NW Contemporary Architecture
Kritsonis LindorKritsonis Lindor
Carroll St. Residence
Carroll St. Residence
Palette ArchitecturePalette Architecture
A Relaxing Anytime Retreat
A Relaxing Anytime Retreat
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Urban Outdoor Living
Urban Outdoor Living
Elite Pool DesignElite Pool Design
Simply gorgeous backyard living space including fiberglass pool, in-ground spa, linear fire place, and landscape lighting. Designed and built exclusively by Elite Pool Design.
C-Stamped Concrete Patio
C-Stamped Concrete Patio
HaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and DecksHaiJoe Stamped Concrete Patios and Decks
Stamped concrete patio with fieldstone pattern, the darker gray border, and the curves makes this patio look amazing.
South Baton Rouge
South Baton Rouge
EcoRegionsEcoRegions
What a striking home! This home in South Baton Rouge was designed by Cockfield-Jackson and the clients wanted a complete landscape design that would accompany the architecture of this A. Hays Town inspired home. Featured in this design are a substantial entertainment area in the rear, complete with an outdoor kitchen (built by Joffrion Construction) expansive pool with water feature wall, and a bluestone courtyard. Additionally, this home features a quaint side yard complete with brick steps leading to a bluestone courtyard with an antique sugar kettle fountain. The clients also needed options for guests to park. A circular driveway in the front provided a grand entrance, as well as ample parking for plenty of guests.
The Neapolitan
The Neapolitan
Marc-Michaels Interior DesignMarc-Michaels Interior Design
Ladbroke Terrace, London
Ladbroke Terrace, London
Randle SiddeleyRandle Siddeley
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
BCI Border Creations, Inc.BCI Border Creations, Inc.
Covered Porch with outdoor fireplace
Covered Porch with outdoor fireplace
Haver & Skolnick LLC ArchitectsHaver & Skolnick LLC Architects
The outdoor fireplace on this covered porch is used year-round. Robert Benson Photography
North Carolina Residence
North Carolina Residence
Details Interiors, LLCDetails Interiors, LLC
Galie Photography

Luxury Traditional 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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