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Traditional Back Patio Ideas and Designs

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Firepits and Fireplaces
Firepits and Fireplaces
Nature's TouchNature's Touch
Sunken Patio
Sunken Patio
Kane Landscapes IncKane Landscapes Inc
Walk out basement doors lead to sunken paver patio, creating additional outdoor space to relax and enjoy. Retaining walls double as extra seating for guests. *Photographs by Herbert Studios
Backyard Patio
Backyard Patio
TZS DesignTZS Design
With the help of the Nana-wall the outside becomes part of the family room. Photo by Marcel Page Photography
Fireplaces & Fire Pits - Curved Patio with Fire Pit.\
Fireplaces & Fire Pits - Curved Patio with Fire Pit.\
Red Valley Landscape & Construction IncRed Valley Landscape & Construction Inc
This gas fire pit is perched just slightly off the patio area which is sheltered by this great cedar pergola.
Outdoor Kitchens, Grills, and Refrigerators
Outdoor Kitchens, Grills, and Refrigerators
Heartlands Building CompanyHeartlands Building Company
This impressive outdoor cooking area features a hip roof over a decorative concrete patio. The ceiling is stained wood with a ceiling fan. The counters are granite with stone faced u-shaped area including bar seating. There is a True outdoor refrigerator, Napoleon grill and cabinets.
Chesapeake Beach, MD Residence
Chesapeake Beach, MD Residence
McHale Landscape Design, Inc.McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
Multi level patio with many options for outdoor living.
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace
Daco StoneDaco Stone
36" OUTDOOR FIREPLACE KIT (overall total height is 8 feet or customize to be taller or wider. Smaller fireplaces available starting at $2850. READY TO ASSEMBLE) Free Shipping to AL, GA, TN, SC!! Call for shipping prices outside of the Southeast. Install options available in GA. Take the party outside with this beautiful stone fireplace kit. Do it yourself or have us install it. Delivery options available Includes: Firebox, Throat, 3 Chimney sections (6" each section), 8" block risers, Natural Stone Hearth pieces, Firebrick, Fire Mortar, Type' S' High Strength Premixed Mortar, 100% Natural Real-Cut Stone Veneer with pre-cut corners, and Stone Mantle. (Footer not included) Daco Stone 770-222-2425
Elegant Northwest Natural Hillside Garden
Elegant Northwest Natural Hillside Garden
Landscape Design in a DayLandscape Design in a Day
Landscape Design in a Day
Raised Patio, Fire Pit and Path - Tilden, NE
Raised Patio, Fire Pit and Path - Tilden, NE
Country Nursery, IncCountry Nursery, Inc
Flagstone Patio
Flagstone Patio
Randy & Ray's LLCRandy & Ray's LLC
Custom designed freeform flagstone patio in varied slate. Photo: Randy & Ray's LLC
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Anderson LandscapeAnderson Landscape
A Room Addition & Outdoor Living Space
A Room Addition & Outdoor Living Space
Dave Fox Design Build RemodelersDave Fox Design Build Remodelers
Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers This room addition encompasses many uses for these homeowners. From great room, to sunroom, to parlor, and gathering/entertaining space; it’s everything they were missing, and everything they desired. This multi-functional room leads out to an expansive outdoor living space complete with a full working kitchen, fireplace, and large covered dining space. The vaulted ceiling in this room gives a dramatic feel, while the stained pine keeps the room cozy and inviting. The large windows bring the outside in with natural light and expansive views of the manicured landscaping.
Sussex Pool House
Sussex Pool House
Kurber Construction LLCKurber Construction LLC
Santa Cruz CA
Santa Cruz CA
West Bay Landscape Co.West Bay Landscape Co.
John Benson Photography / SSA Landscape Architects
Custom Outdoor Kitchen in Troutman NC
Custom Outdoor Kitchen in Troutman NC
UserUser
Carolina Outdoor Concepts
Front Renovation & Outdoor Kitchen - White Plains, MD
Front Renovation & Outdoor Kitchen - White Plains, MD
LiveWell OutdoorsLiveWell Outdoors
AFTER - Outdoor kitchen with Big Green Egg and Weber grill. The bar has a granite top, outdoor sink and cultured stone veneer on the sides. There is plenty of stainless steel storage.
The Grgich Family Wood Fired Brick Pizza Oven in California
The Grgich Family Wood Fired Brick Pizza Oven in California
BrickWood OvensBrickWood Ovens
This Bay Area Wood Fired Pizza Oven is the Pride of San Francisco! A Beautiful Oven with a clean stucco finish and nice, tight corners. Excellent Job!!! To see more pictures of this oven (and many more ovens), please visit – BrickWoodOvens.com
English Patio
English Patio
European Design InteriorsEuropean Design Interiors
Photo: Bruce Miller Photography
Dark Stamped Concrete Steps
Dark Stamped Concrete Steps
TRU Landscape ServicesTRU Landscape Services
Dark stamped concrete steps down from the backyard patio area to the pool. Their curved design mimics the movement of the pool. TRU Landscape Services
Arbors, Pergolas and Trellises
Arbors, Pergolas and Trellises
Elan Landscape Development Inc.Elan Landscape Development Inc.
Dan Wells

Traditional Back 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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