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Traditional Green Patio Ideas and Designs

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New Berlin Fireplace
New Berlin Fireplace
LandCrafters, LLCLandCrafters, LLC
New planting beds, including a hedge of Blizzard mockorange, were added around the patio, screening guests while seated yet not restricting views out to the rest of the park-like landscape from the home.
Back Patio with Firepit & Built in BBQ
Back Patio with Firepit & Built in BBQ
Manzer's Landscape Design & DevelopmentManzer's Landscape Design & Development
Outdoor Structures
Outdoor Structures
Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLCElise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC
Ranch-to-Craftsman - Bay Area, CA
Ranch-to-Craftsman - Bay Area, CA
Saikley ArchitectsSaikley Architects
Conversion of a small ranch house to a larger simplified-Craftsman style house. We retained most of the original house, rearranging a few walls to improve an awkward layout in the original house, and added a partial second story and converted a covered patio space to a dining and family room. The clients had read Sarah Susanka’s Not So Big books and wanted to use these principles in making a beautiful and ecological house that uses space efficiently. Photography by Phil Bond. https://saikleyarchitects.com/portfolio/ranch-to-craftsman/
Outdoor Patio Rails at NH Lake
Outdoor Patio Rails at NH Lake
Modern Metal SolutionsModern Metal Solutions
Classico Patio
Classico Patio
Outdoor Living: Gardens & Patios
Outdoor Living: Gardens & Patios
Cue Group of CompaniesCue Group of Companies
Stamped Concrete
Stamped Concrete
King Concrete Design ImpressionsKing Concrete Design Impressions
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace
The GreenSeason Group, Inc.The GreenSeason Group, Inc.
Hoffman Residence
Hoffman Residence
Scott Brinitzer Design AssociatesScott Brinitzer Design Associates
Photographer: Roger Foley
A London Roof Terrace
A London Roof Terrace
Bowles & WyerBowles & Wyer
Outdoor Grilling Station
Outdoor Grilling Station
New Outlooks ConstructionNew Outlooks Construction
With a grill like that, why wouldn't you want to spend all your time outdoors. Great space to host guests. Make the most of your backyard with a personalized grilling area, seating area, and patio. We used earth tones and plenty of flowers to create an open and inviting outdoor area. Stainless steel appliances complete the look, and make this outdoor area the place to be each summer.
Landscapes
Landscapes
Hittle LandscapingHittle Landscaping
Belgard Patio with Fire Pit & Grill Surround in Hoffman Estates, IL
Belgard Patio with Fire Pit & Grill Surround in Hoffman Estates, IL
Archadeck of ChicagolandArchadeck of Chicagoland
Stunning patio features Holland Stone pavers with an inset Mega Arbel circle. For added definition we designed a double soldiers course to surround the inset circle. The built-in grill surround adds definition to the space and the fire pit surrounded by seat walls creates an inviting space for entertaining. ~ Hoffman Estates, IL http://chicagoland.archadeck.com/
Custom Concrete Fire Table and Benches
Custom Concrete Fire Table and Benches
Reyes Landscape ConstructionReyes Landscape Construction
The fire table was custom built with on site forms, and the same is true for the custom concrete bench and stone backrest. The patio is made of Flagstone with a concrete underslab. Under the concrete seat we wire bench to have low voltage lighting
My Houzz: A Charming Apartment in the Mission
My Houzz: A Charming Apartment in the Mission
Nanette WongNanette Wong
Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Fire Pit Lounge Area and Palm Tree Focal Point
Fire Pit Lounge Area and Palm Tree Focal Point
Landscape LogicLandscape Logic
We replaced the old in-ground spa with a new and improved firepit with tropical colored recycled glass. Who wouldn't want to use this at night? Get out the marshmellows... By Tony Vitale
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Southern with a Twist
Southern with a Twist
Coastal Signature HomesCoastal Signature Homes
Patio Cover with Decorative Concrete in Cypress, TX
Patio Cover with Decorative Concrete in Cypress, TX
Tradition Outdoor LivingTradition Outdoor Living
This outdoor living addition was built with an original-to-the-home look including matching shingles, paint, and brick. The tongue and groove wood ceiling and stamped concrete enhance the feel of this outdoor project. Ceiling fans create a sweet breeze throughout this patio, and the recessed lighting allows for an enjoyable evening outdoors. Flood lights were also placed on the exterior of the patio to increase nighttime visibility and security.

Traditional Green 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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