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Traditional Patio with Concrete Slabs Ideas and Designs

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My Houzz: A Charming Apartment in the Mission
My Houzz: A Charming Apartment in the Mission
Nanette WongNanette Wong
Photo: Nanette Wong © 2014 Houzz
Pool House
Pool House
Cella ArchitectureCella Architecture
Cella Architecture
Covered Outdoor Living Area
Covered Outdoor Living Area
Chaffey Building GroupChaffey Building Group
Photo Credit: Matt Edington
Custom Outdoor Kitchen in Troutman NC
Custom Outdoor Kitchen in Troutman NC
UserUser
Carolina Outdoor Concepts
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
Poolhouse Bar
Poolhouse Bar
RenovationPLUSRenovationPLUS
Over Sized Timber Frame Pergola Arbor Gazebo Kits
Over Sized Timber Frame Pergola Arbor Gazebo Kits
Western Timber FrameWestern Timber Frame
Oversized timber frame pergola kit installed over patio area with outdoor furniture.
Transitional Patio
Transitional Patio
Project of the Month: March 2019
Project of the Month: March 2019
TCP Custom Outdoor LivingTCP Custom Outdoor Living
This cozy, yet gorgeous space added over 310 square feet of outdoor living space and has been in the works for several years. The home had a small covered space that was just not big enough for what the family wanted and needed. They desired a larger space to be able to entertain outdoors in style. With the additional square footage came more concrete and a patio cover to match the original roof line of the home. Brick to match the home was used on the new columns with cedar wrapped posts and the large custom wood burning fireplace that was built. The fireplace has built-in wood holders and a reclaimed beam as the mantle. Low voltage lighting was installed to accent the large hearth that also serves as a seat wall. A privacy wall of stained shiplap was installed behind the grill – an EVO 30” ceramic top griddle. The counter is a wood to accent the other aspects of the project. The ceiling is pre-stained tongue and groove with cedar beams. The flooring is a stained stamped concrete without a pattern. The homeowner now has a great space to entertain – they had custom tables made to fit in the space. TK Images
Outdoor Railing and Gate Ironwork
Outdoor Railing and Gate Ironwork
A & R Iron WorksA & R Iron Works
Delaware County's Highly Specialized Wrought Iron Design Experts Amanda Adams 21 Nealy Blvd., Suite 2101 Trainer, PA 19061
Nickell Covered Back Patio
Nickell Covered Back Patio
Weddington Custom HomesWeddington Custom Homes
Weddington Custom Homes. Nice view of the finished project. Large 18 x 26 covered patio. Now the homeowners can enjoy their outdoor space and be protected from our harsh summer sun. Mission complete.
Modern Concrete Fire Pit
Modern Concrete Fire Pit
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The contemporary elements our clients desired are evident in the patio area with its large custom concrete slabs and modern slate chip borders. The impressive custom concrete fire pit is the focal point for the open patio and offers a seating arrangement with plenty of space to enjoy the company of family and friends.
Exterior Andersen Windows
Exterior Andersen Windows
Window Option SpecialistsWindow Option Specialists
2017 NWA Parade Home
2017 NWA Parade Home
Homes of Distinction, Inc.Homes of Distinction, Inc.
Hot Spring Sovereign
Hot Spring Sovereign
Home Oasis Pools & Hot TubsHome Oasis Pools & Hot Tubs
Good Charlotte Cedar
Good Charlotte Cedar
Good Charlotte CedarGood Charlotte Cedar
Outdoor Dinner Terrace
Outdoor Dinner Terrace
Exterior Worlds Landscaping & DesignExterior Worlds Landscaping & Design
Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville
Outdoor Living Contractors Nashville
RSU ContractorsRSU Contractors
Picturesque Pool
Picturesque Pool
Nature's TouchNature's Touch
Several beautiful features make this jacuzzi spa and swimming pool inviting for family and guests. The spa cantilevers over the pool . There is a four foot infinity edge water feature pouring into the pool. A lazy river water feature made out of moss boulders also falls over the pool's edge adding a pleasant, natural running water sound to the surroundings. The pool deck is exposed aggregate. Seat bench walls and the exterior of the hot tub made of moss rock veneer and capped with flagstone. The coping was custom fabricated on site out of flagstone. Retaining walls were installed to border the softscape pictured. We also installed an outdoor kitchen and pergola next to the home.
Covered Patio Addition
Covered Patio Addition
Taber ResidentialTaber Residential

Traditional Patio with Concrete Slabs 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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