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Mediterranean Patio with All Types of Cover Ideas and Designs

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Houston Residence
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ISABELLA residence
Symmetry ArchitectsSymmetry Architects
Une terrasse pour donner à voir le ciel
Une terrasse pour donner à voir le ciel
MAXIME ARNOUX - Paysagiste-ConcepteurMAXIME ARNOUX - Paysagiste-Concepteur
Du mobilier est venu s'intégrer dans une menuiserie sur mesure peinte en blanc : une grande bibliothèque est intégrée au fond à droite pour le rangement des outils de jardinage. Un potager sur la droite vient offrir des framboises à déguster.
Livingston Oasis, Livingston NJ
Livingston Oasis, Livingston NJ
Clear Home DesignClear Home Design
what a place to throw a party! this is the back loggia with it's wood covered ceiling and slate covered floor and fireplace. the restoration hardware sectional and drapes warm the space and give it a grand living room vibe.
SNUG HARBOR
SNUG HARBOR
Vulkan ArchitectsVulkan Architects
Fishhawk Ranch
Fishhawk Ranch
Ryan Hughes DesignRyan Hughes Design
Fully equipped kitchen accommodates any gathering with gas grill by Fire Magic and ceramic kamado-style charcoal grill by Big Green Egg. The custom high dining table completes the kitchenscape.
Mediterranean Patio
Mediterranean Patio
Florencia Model
Florencia Model
Alvarez HomesAlvarez Homes
SHADE
SHADE
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
For more photos of this project see: DEMETER
Porches and Patios
Porches and Patios
Screens of Kentucky, LLCScreens of Kentucky, LLC
Photos Avenir habitat 16 | Maison | Rénovation | Decopierre | Oknoplast
Photos Avenir habitat 16 | Maison | Rénovation | Decopierre | Oknoplast
Avenir habitat 16Avenir habitat 16
Giusti
Giusti
Sunset Construction & DesignSunset Construction & Design
Today, almost any activity you enjoy inside your home you can bring to the outside. Depending on your budget, your outdoor room can be simple, with a stamped concrete patio, a grill and a table for dining, or more elaborate with a fully functional outdoor kitchen complete with concrete countertops for preparing and serving food, a sink and a refrigerator. You can take the concept even further by adding such amenities as a concrete pizza oven, a fireplace or fire-pit, a concrete bar-top for serving cocktails, an architectural concrete fountain, landscape lighting and concrete statuary. Cooking Something to cook with, such as a barbecue grill or wood-fired pizza oven, and countertops for food preparation and serving are key elements in a well-designed outdoor kitchen. Concrete countertops offer the advantages of weather resistance and versatility, since they can be formed into any shape you desire to suit the space. A coat of sealer will simplify cleanup by protecting your countertop from stains. Other amenities, such as concrete bar-tops and outdoor sinks with plumbing, can expand your entertainment options. Hearth Wood-burning or gas fireplaces, fire pits, chimineas and portable patio heaters extend the enjoyment of outdoor living well into the evening while creating a cozy conversation area for people to gather around.
Residential Traditional
Residential Traditional
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
Palos Verdes Estates Outdoor Entertaining
Palos Verdes Estates Outdoor Entertaining
Built By NewkirkBuilt By Newkirk
Jeri Koegel
Outdoor Entertainment
Outdoor Entertainment
Atlanta Audio & AutomationAtlanta Audio & Automation
Outdoor TV
Italian Mediterranean Private Residence
Italian Mediterranean Private Residence
Jaycox Architects & AssociatesJaycox Architects & Associates
Lucas Allen
Contemporary Classic
Contemporary Classic
Mulvey Custom BuildersMulvey Custom Builders
Project Portfolio
Project Portfolio
JLC ENTERPRISESJLC ENTERPRISES
Palo Alto Retreat
Palo Alto Retreat
Jenna Bayer Garden Design, Inc.Jenna Bayer Garden Design, Inc.
Moraga Entertainers paradise
Moraga Entertainers paradise
TD ConstructionTD Construction
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Mediterranean Patio with All Types of Cover 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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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