Design ideas for a traditional patio in Dallas with a water feature.

Backyard Patio with Landscape Lighting

NWI Patio Pros

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Chicago with stamped concrete and no cover.

Outdoor Kitchens & Patios

Beds and Borders Landscape Design

Andy Freeland
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Minneapolis with a fire feature, concrete pavers and no cover.

Guest House in Laytonsville

Lofgren Construction

Mid-sized traditional backyard patio in DC Metro with natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Shades of Gray

SV Design

This once modest beach cottage was slowly transformed over the years into a grand estate on one of the North Shore's best beaches. Siemasko + Verbridge designed a modest addition while reworking the entire floor plan to meet the needs of a large family. Photo Credit: Michael Rixon

Oakhurst: Archictual Landscaping

Outdoor Living LLC

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard patio in Detroit with a fire feature, natural stone pavers and a pergola.

Seat Wall and Fire Pit, Glen Rock, NJ

Jacobsen Landscape Design & Construction

This is an example of a large traditional backyard patio in New York with a fire feature, no cover and concrete pavers.

Long Project : Western Outdoor Designs

Western Outdoor Designs

Western Pavers, Inc. has been in business for over twenty years. Western Pavers is the Pioneer of all local paver companies in Southern California. Western Pavers has been transforming customers' visions into a reality for decades. We pride ourselves in providing our customers with 100% satisfaction and creating beautiful outdoor living spaces. Western Pavers can provide beautiful designs and take you from conceptual to the completion of your outdoor living project. We are Western Outdoor Designs’ paver specialist department.

Fencing

Green Elegance

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Dallas with natural stone pavers and no cover.

Photo Gallery

Diversified Contractors / DC Patio

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in DC Metro with natural stone pavers and no cover.

Outdoor Fire Pits and Fireplaces

LandCrafters, LLC

This traditional bluestone patio has a central wood-burning fire pit with radius cut Eden stone coping and wallstone. A similar Eden seat wall and pillars surround the patio with bluestone caps and underledge LED lights.

Pavers

MFS Masonry

Large traditional backyard patio in New York with concrete pavers, no cover and an outdoor kitchen.

Custom Work

Gwc Decorative Concrete

Smooth surface fire pit with seat wall
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Portland with stamped concrete and no cover.

Arlington

Cascade Outdoor Design

This riverfront property received a major facelift while keeping with the traditional style of the home. Working between an existing bulkhead and a covered patio off the back of the house, we incorporated various design elements to add plenty of "rooms" for the homeowners to entertain in. The linear pool features an elevated inset spa, with infinity edge. The pool deck, landing, and cabana floor are travertine. Brick stairs and walls match the existing brick from the property. A linear fire pit sits in a sunken gravel patio, to create a more intimate space and soften the feel of the hardscape surround. Raised planters break up space and add a bright pop of color, encouraging butterflies and birds to visit often. Photo by Josh Mauser

Patio Covers

Sunset Construction & Design

Today, almost any activity you enjoy inside your home you can bring to the outside. Depending on your budget, your outdoor room can be simple, with a stamped concrete patio, a grill and a table for dining, or more elaborate with a fully functional outdoor kitchen complete with concrete countertops for preparing and serving food, a sink and a refrigerator. You can take the concept even further by adding such amenities as a concrete pizza oven, a fireplace or fire-pit, a concrete bar-top for serving cocktails, an architectural concrete fountain, landscape lighting and concrete statuary. Sunset Construction and Design specializes in creating residential patio retreats, outdoor kitchens with fireplaces and luxurious outdoor living rooms. Our design-build service can turn an ordinary back yard into a natural extension of your home giving you a whole new dimension for entertaining or simply unwinding at the end of the day. If you’re interested in converting a boring back yard or starting from scratch in a new home, give us a call today! A great patio and outdoor living area can easily be yours. Greg, Sunset Construction & Design in Fresno, CA.

Serota Home (For South Bay Magazine HOME Edition

JDS OUTDOOR DESIGNS

This is an example of a traditional patio in Los Angeles with a pergola.

Traditional Patio

This is an example of a traditional patio in Portland with a pergola.

Baerstch Patio Project - 2012

Lewis Landscape Services, Inc.

This photo is from a paver patio installation we did using the Laffit Patio Slab pavers by Belgard. Photo by Jim Lewis of Lewis Landscape Services, Inc - Portland Oregon

Beautiful Pittsburgh Antique Limewash

ROMABIO / Interior & Exterior Mineral Based Paints

Lovely bench and water feature in their outdoor patio with antique limewash on the brick.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard patio in Atlanta with a water feature, gravel and no cover.

Outdoor BBQ Grill Island 8x8

Arcadia Outdoor Kitchens

Arcadia Outdoor Kitchens
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.

Traditional Grey Patio Design Ideas

A patio is a paved outdoor area that adjoins a house, and is a popular addition to Australian and New Zealand homes. Not only is it yet another place to enjoy the great outdoors, but it can also save you time and money on landscaping. Often seen as an extension of the indoor living space, traditional patios and courtyards can serve multiple functions. If you add outdoor furniture such as lounge chairs and a sofa, a barbecue or outdoor kitchen and a dining table and chairs, you can use them for entertaining, cooking, dining, and relaxing. Browse the Photos on Houzz for courtyard and patio designs to see how you can best utilise your existing outdoor area.

What materials should I use to construct my patio?

Stone pavers and bricks are the most common surface materials used for patios, while concrete, tiles and gravel are also popular. Stone paving is usually at the top end of the price bracket, but is highly durable and the most natural-looking of the surface materials available. Brick patios, on the other hand, are relatively easy to lay, and provide a warm, rich colour that can complement traditional homes. Concrete patios are one of the least expensive to build and are also very durable, while gravel is quick and easy to install. You will also need to decide whether you want your traditional patio covered or left uncovered. You can add roofing if you plan on using the space regularly, or opt for a pergola, trellis or umbrella for shade instead. Patio enclosures, usually made from glass or mesh screens, can also transform your space into an outdoor room.

What outdoor patio furniture and decor should I include?

A traditional patio can be so much more than just a paved slab, if you add the right additions. An outdoor kitchen and bar will help make the space the life of the party, while high-quality, low-slung chairs will make you want to stay outside for longer. If you have the budget, you may even consider adding a spa or pool. To make it the ideal al fresco area even when temperatures drop, a fire pit or fireplace will be able to keep you and your company toasty warm. To entice you and your guests into the space, make some room for greenery, even if you just a place a pot plant atop a table. It will help tie in the area to the surrounding garden. Fairy lights, garden torches and citronella candles will also help set the mood and keep the mozzies at bay, while soft furnishings such as waterproof rugs, pillows and chair cushions will add personality. For something striking, consider adding a water feature or wall garden. If you're ready to hire a landscape professional to help you with the job, browse our directory here!