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Grand Ridge
Grand Ridge
Michelle Yorke Interior Design LLCMichelle Yorke Interior Design LLC
A versatile sunroom! This sunroom is one of the most special spots in the home. In Washington, one needs to be aware of the quick weather changes, which makes this spot a safe place for tea or drinks no matter the time of year. This large sunroom acts as a second living room and barbeque area, complete with plush fabrics and furnishings, a cozy fireplace, and of course a fully-functioning outdoor kitchenette. Designed by Michelle Yorke Interiors who also serves Seattle as well as Seattle's Eastside suburbs from Mercer Island all the way through Cle Elum. For more about Michelle Yorke, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://michelleyorkedesign.com/grand-ridge/
Terraced Backyard
Terraced Backyard
Outdoor Digs LLCOutdoor Digs LLC
Terraced backyard, complete with Techo-Bloc patio, pergola, landscape lighting and flowing landscape!
Luxurious Eastover Estate
Luxurious Eastover Estate
Gary Haygood SolutionsGary Haygood Solutions
The Belgard Collection
The Belgard Collection
BelgardBelgard
Lake House Remodel
Lake House Remodel
J.Fisher InteriorsJ.Fisher Interiors
Tim Williams Photo
108 McArthur Broussard, LA 70518
108 McArthur Broussard, LA 70518
UserUser
Robbie Breaux & Team
Bellevue Washington
Bellevue Washington
Open House StagingOpen House Staging
Staging: Open House Staging Photographer: Gregory White Listing Agent: Feng Cai
Project of the Month: December 2016
Project of the Month: December 2016
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
This gorgeous covered patio has both a roof extension and a cedar pergola with a traditional hill country twist. Complete with an outdoor kitchen, fire feature, sitting area in the living area and kitchen. Perfect place to lounge and watch TV, have dinner or just relax and enjoy the view. There are 4 ceiling fans for the summer days and a beautiful fire pit for the winter nights! TK Images
Walnut Creek Chilling and Grilling - Outdoor Pavilion and Shower
Walnut Creek Chilling and Grilling - Outdoor Pavilion and Shower
Gordon Reese Design BuildGordon Reese Design Build
Newton
Newton
California Coast ContractingCalifornia Coast Contracting
Lincoln Park Courtyard
Lincoln Park Courtyard
London Stoneworks LLCLondon Stoneworks LLC
Designed by KMS Gardens & Design
Spring House
Spring House
V Fine HomesV Fine Homes
Luxury Outdoor Project
Luxury Outdoor Project
Power Concrete Construction & Design CenterPower Concrete Construction & Design Center
Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ
Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ
Jacobsen Landscape Design & ConstructionJacobsen Landscape Design & Construction
Moveable Aluminum Bahama Shutters
Moveable Aluminum Bahama Shutters
Palmetto Window FashionsPalmetto Window Fashions
We are now offering a beautiful, fully operative Bahama Shutter! With these high quality fully functioning shutters you are able to use your outdoor space 365 days a year. Wood grain powder coating, traditional powder coating, multiple blade sizes, and security options are available. Enclose a balcony or patio With our movable louvered Bahama Shutters, you are able to create an outdoor room like an outdoor kitchen, add shutters for security screens, give strength and durability in high traffic areas with kids or pets, and protect your home against intruders.
Outdoor Grill Stations and Kitchens
Outdoor Grill Stations and Kitchens
LandCrafters, LLCLandCrafters, LLC
A large ProFire gas grill along with trash pull out is integrated within this masonry grill station. The grill station is surrounded with recovered Cream City bricks and topped with cut bluestone coping. A cedar arbor is integrated and makes an ideal location to hang two custom, high voltage electric lanterns.
Indian Field Outdoor
Indian Field Outdoor
Luminosus Designs LLCLuminosus Designs LLC
Project of the Month: April 2016
Project of the Month: April 2016
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
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Perfectly Placed
Perfectly Placed
New Vision Projects IncNew Vision Projects Inc
This is a great night shot of the outdoor living space and outdoor kitchen.
Pools and Patios
Pools and Patios
Stone AvenueStone Avenue

Premium 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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