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Medium Sized Patio Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor Oasis
Outdoor Oasis
Wicker Land PatioWicker Land Patio
Imagine this on you're outdoor space! Customize these pieces to you're own style with the choice of Sunbrella outdoor fabrics. This All weather resin wicker is of the best quality and has been tested up to 3000 direct sunlight hours. With heavy gauge alluminum frames that will never rust! You will never have to sacrifice quality for style with ANY of our products.
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Venue
April Philips Design WorksApril Philips Design Works
Private patio fences and podium roof planting.
Budget Blinds Product Gallery
Budget Blinds Product Gallery
Budget Blinds of BellinghamBudget Blinds of Bellingham
Patio - Hogan
Patio - Hogan
Stoeppler Construction LLCStoeppler Construction LLC
This customer wanted us to make them a patio made of stamped and colored concrete.
Work
Work
Inside OutInside Out
Panavista Hill House
Panavista Hill House
Steelhead ArchitectureSteelhead Architecture
Josh Partee Photography
Transitional
Transitional
Sturdy Home Improvement, Inc.Sturdy Home Improvement, Inc.
Our Work
Our Work
Che-Benz IncChe-Benz Inc
Seal Beach Entertainers Retreat
Seal Beach Entertainers Retreat
MkyDesignMkyDesign
The homeowners wanted a backyard that would shade the house and have plenty of room for entertaining. The long, narrow yard was divided into three rooms. One for dining, another for gathering around the fire pit and the third as a sunken garden, Photos by: Scott Longwinter
Firepits & Fireplaces
Firepits & Fireplaces
Landscape Design Associates, Inc.Landscape Design Associates, Inc.
EAST FREMANTLE OLD MEETS NEW
EAST FREMANTLE OLD MEETS NEW
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Peta North
Backyard Garden Design
Backyard Garden Design
Pillar Design Group IncPillar Design Group Inc
Hardscapes
Hardscapes
CJ HardscapesCJ Hardscapes
Atherton Residence
Atherton Residence
TINEKE TRIGGSTINEKE TRIGGS
Newton
Newton
California Coast ContractingCalifornia Coast Contracting
Helena Fair Lawn
Helena Fair Lawn
Balitano Contracting Co Inc.Balitano Contracting Co Inc.
Lake Katherine - Private Residence
Lake Katherine - Private Residence
Salted, LLCSalted, LLC
Naperville Fire Pit with River Rock
Naperville Fire Pit with River Rock
Chicago Gas LinesChicago Gas Lines
Outdoor Remodel
Outdoor Remodel
UserUser
North Lakes Pool & Entertainment Area
North Lakes Pool & Entertainment Area
Dion Seminara ArchitectureDion Seminara Architecture
The main issues that were identified in this home were a lack of light in the kitchen and a lack of connection to the outdoor area. There was no direct line of sight to the pool area, and there was a very harsh western aspect coming into the terrace area. To combat these problems, a skylight was added to the kitchen area and an internal wall was removed which opened up the internal living spaces. Some large doors were added to connect the outdoor area with the kitchen and allowing a view line to open up to the pool area. This new outdoor area was designed to be split up into two areas, a lounging area and a dining area with a barbeque connection. As the existing home was a project home, the styling for the outdoor area was to be cutting edge, modern contemporary. The interesting roof line with the charcoal roof sheeting was streamlined at the back to add contemporary lines to the new structure. The result is of this styling is an exceptionally warm and inviting outdoor entertainment space. The outdoor entertainment area design provides a relaxing yet luxurious space for the family to gather, whilst offering the opportunity for entertaining friends from within the same space. This dual purpose approach to the design catered specifically to the lifestyle requirements of the occupants.

Medium Sized 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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