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Medium Sized Midcentury Patio Ideas and Designs

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Thunderbird 8
Thunderbird 8
Jill Lewis ArchitectureJill Lewis Architecture
The goal for this mid-century home was to exploit the best features of the property, taking advantage of views, the dramatic light, the potential for an incredible indoor-outdoor experience and the mid-century bones of the house. When we first visited the property, I was struck by the potential for a beautiful mountain view that was currently cut off by a low ceiling height in the main living area. Raising the roof of the main living area became the largest gesture in our scope of work. The former chopped-up side entry and tiny kitchen were combined to make a long, generous kitchen and built-in banquette. The original rhombus-shaped pool was kept, restored and lined with Ann Sacks tiles. In the center of the action, we conceived a large floating desk surface suspended from a black metal screen to define the space and allow filtered light and views to pass between. The clients were drawn to clean lines, pared-down details and highly disciplined palettes of white, grey and matte black. We generally opted for deep, muted colors balanced with crisp white, adding textures to create patterns with the shifting daylight throughout the house. This soothing collection of finishes playing with light and shadow would achieve a peaceful and elegant home that would stand the test of time and honor the landscape of the surrounding area. ​ Photography: Douglas Friedman
Greater Avenues Mid-Century Modern
Greater Avenues Mid-Century Modern
Kyle AikenKyle Aiken
Utah Mid-Century Modern Patio Photo - https://www.kaikenphotography.com/
Inside-out Living
Inside-out Living
Fogpatch LandscapesFogpatch Landscapes
Shady seating area under giant redwood with hot tub deck in background
Parkmead Drive
Parkmead Drive
Studio CollabStudio Collab
Mid-century modern residential renovation for a Palm Springs vacation rental home. Intended for short term rental use with gorgeous patio space with mountain views. Includes full pool, sunken spa, lounge space with metal trellis and fire pit area.
Pablo Bay Modern Tropical Garden
Pablo Bay Modern Tropical Garden
Helix Green DesignsHelix Green Designs
Introducing our Pablo Bay Modern Tropical garden ??? Lush plantings and mid-century inspired living spaces come together seamlessly to create a sophisticated yet laid back outdoor tropical oasis.
Revitalised Retro Victorian Home
Revitalised Retro Victorian Home
My Bespoke RoomMy Bespoke Room
Modern garden oasis.
Mid-Century Modern Patio--Lake Forest
Mid-Century Modern Patio--Lake Forest
Apple LandscapingApple Landscaping
Mid-century modern patio area and retaining walls
Cape Saint Claire Partial Renovation
Cape Saint Claire Partial Renovation
One Source ContractingOne Source Contracting
The owners of this Annapolis home were looking to renovate a few main rooms throughout the house. In order to bring their vision into fruition, our team removed and reconstructed walls and installed new beams on the first floor to create an open concept living space. Now a built-in breakfast nook and remodeled kitchen with tons of natural light looks out to a swimming pool and patio designed for outdoor entertainment. Our team moved the laundry room from the first floor to the second floor and updated all bathrooms throughout the house.
Mid-Century Modern Concrete Patio - Bayside, WI
Mid-Century Modern Concrete Patio - Bayside, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
With the angles of the home as our inspiration, we designed a patio space defined by two overlapping trapezoids with a curved outer edge. Separating the two main spaces is a cut out bed for tall ornamental grasses. The line of grasses also helps to screen the hot tub from the main section of the patio and the master bedroom on the home. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Modern patio with fireplace
Modern patio with fireplace
City Garden CompanyCity Garden Company
Saratoga
Saratoga
HWH Home and GardenHWH Home and Garden
Belagard Pavers - Catalina Grana Toscana and Aspen border.
Mid-Century Landscape - Whitefish Bay, WI
Mid-Century Landscape - Whitefish Bay, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
What a difference the new addition and patio make in the backyard of this 2 story mid-century home in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. The new patio we designed has spaces for dining, lounging and hanging out around the new fire bowl. A new grill island was included as part of the addition which was designed by Fein Design in Mequon, Wisconsin. Photo courtesy Fein Design
Mastering Mid-Century Modern
Mastering Mid-Century Modern
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
White finishes create the perfect backdrop for Mid-century furnishings in the whole-home renovation and addition by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Jeff Garland.
Palm Springs Mid Century Modern
Palm Springs Mid Century Modern
Abode ImageAbode Image
Photography by ABODE IMAGE
Parian Ridge
Parian Ridge
Virtual Studio InnovationsVirtual Studio Innovations
Backyard Living on Felbrigg
Backyard Living on Felbrigg
Elite ConcreteElite Concrete
An award winning backyard project that includes a two tone Limestone Finish patio, stepping stone pathways and basement walkout steps with cantilevered reveals.
Glen Ellen Residence
Glen Ellen Residence
Knock Architecture and DesignKnock Architecture and Design
Los Angeles Mid-Century Modern Home
Los Angeles Mid-Century Modern Home
Alexander Gorlin ArchitectsAlexander Gorlin Architects
Ranch Dressing
Ranch Dressing
Michael Ross Kersting Architecture, P.A.Michael Ross Kersting Architecture, P.A.
Renovation update and addition to a vintage 1960's suburban ranch house. Bauen Group - Contractor Rick Ricozzi - Photographer
Mid-Century Modern South Tampa Home
Mid-Century Modern South Tampa Home
Landscape-FusionLandscape-Fusion
The perfect entertaining space, featuring Summerset Grills outdoor stainless appliances and accesssories.

Medium Sized Midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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