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Traditional Patio with a Gazebo Ideas and Designs

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British West Indies Inspired Custom Home in Winter Park Florida
British West Indies Inspired Custom Home in Winter Park Florida
Element Home BuildersElement Home Builders
Lake Lanier Infinity Edge
Lake Lanier Infinity Edge
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
This custom pool and spa features an infinity edge with a tile spillover and beautiful cascading water feature. The open air gable roof cabana houses an outdoor kitchen with stainless steel appliances, raised bar area and a large custom stacked stone fireplace and seating area making it the ideal place for relaxing or entertaining.
Pavilion - Waterdown
Pavilion - Waterdown
TFSinc - Timber Frame Design and ConstructionTFSinc - Timber Frame Design and Construction
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All Photos
JC Wagner & Associates, Inc.JC Wagner & Associates, Inc.
Past Projects
Past Projects
Overstream, Inc.Overstream, Inc.
Blue Max & Belgard
60th Pl. Burr Ridge, IL
60th Pl. Burr Ridge, IL
Rolling Landscapes Inc.Rolling Landscapes Inc.
Photo by: Linda Oyama Bryan
Backyard - Patio & Pool Makeover
Backyard - Patio & Pool Makeover
Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLCHierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC
This pool and backyard patio area is an entertainer's dream with plenty of conversation areas including a dining area, lounge area, fire pit, bar/outdoor kitchen seating, pool loungers and a covered gazebo with a wall mounted TV. The striking grass and concrete slab walkway design is sure to catch the eyes of all the guests.
Vinyl Pavilions, Gazebo's and Pergola's
Vinyl Pavilions, Gazebo's and Pergola's
Designscapes of Long IslandDesignscapes of Long Island
Patio Structures
Patio Structures
Texas Outdoor ImpressionsTexas Outdoor Impressions
A Relaxing Anytime Retreat
A Relaxing Anytime Retreat
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Redmond Outdoor Living and Property Makeover
Redmond Outdoor Living and Property Makeover
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Our client wanted to create a fresh outdoor living space within their outdated backyard and to give a makeover to their entire property. The overall setting was a tremendous asset to the spaces - a large wetland area just behind their home, full of interesting birds and wildlife that the homeowner values. We designed and built a spacious covered outdoor living space as the backyard focal point. The kitchen and bar area feature a Hestan grill, kegerator and refrigerator along with ample counter space. This structure is heated by Infratech heaters for maximum all-season use. An array of six skylights allows light into the space and the adjacent windows. While the covered space is the focal point of the backyard, the entire property was redesigned to include a bluestone patio and pathway, dry creek bed, new planting, extensive low voltage outdoor lighting and a new entry monument. The design fits seamlessly among the existing mature trees and the backdrop of a beautiful wetland area beyond. The structure feels as if it has always been a part of the home. William Wright Photography
Traditional Patio
Traditional Patio
Overview of Backyard
Overview of Backyard
LandArtLandArt
Overview of backyard including flagstone pathway and stepping stones to pool and pool house.
Pergola
Pergola
Landscape StudioLandscape Studio
Decks and Pergolas
Decks and Pergolas
Crimson Valley LandscapingCrimson Valley Landscaping
Pool Pavillion
Pool Pavillion
Alisberg ParkerAlisberg Parker
Pool pavillion
Entertainer's Backyard with Cabana
Entertainer's Backyard with Cabana
Nature's ExpressionsNature's Expressions
Gawain
Gawain
Cupic Custom Homes LLCCupic Custom Homes LLC
Felix Sanchez
Sharin' the Shade
Sharin' the Shade
Architectural Gardens, IncArchitectural Gardens, Inc
Stone and brick varieties, wood finishes, appliances and fixtures were selected to coordinate with the home’s interior and exterior architecture, reflecting a refined style that the homeowners prefer. The gas-only fireplace is clean and maintenance-free with a sparkling stainless steel surround.
Rodriguez Home
Rodriguez Home
American Landscape StructuresAmerican Landscape Structures

Traditional Patio with a Gazebo 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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