Sammamish Outdoor Living and Backyard Makeover

Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLC

Raised Patio with Multiple Levels

Twin Oaks Landscape, Inc.

Fire Elements

Aspen Falls Landscape & Construction

Potomac Kitchen Garden and Outdoor Living Area

Landscape Projects, Inc.

The front yard's entertaining and dining spaces, including a beautiful granite fire pit, are screened from the street by freestanding stone walls topped with custom-designed open-panel latitice work Designed by H. Paul Davis Landscape Architects. .©Melissa Clark Photography. All rights reserved.

Lake Shore Arts and Crafts Garden

Calafia Design

Katy Sheppard

Craftsman Patio

Stucco Tudor Cottage

Fergus Garber Architects

English craftsman style home renovation, with a new cottage and garage in Palo Alto, California.

Major Renovation for a Craftsman-style Forest Park Bungalow

Golightly Landscape Architecture

This Craftsman-style bungalow in the heart of Birmingham's historic Forest Park neighborhood got a big-time makeover by Golightly Landscape Architecture. John Wilson, principle of GLA, describes this project as "a treat," saying the homeowners gave him ample opportunities to return the landscape to its historic roots. The plan's diagonal layout relieves the planting beds of a sometimes stale symmetrical aesthetic. Using native Alabama bluestone, John created a new walk that meanders throughout the property—replacing the old concrete path. The new walk gives way to an existing beautiful chert retaining wall and pier at the corner of the property. Meanwhile, lawn and concrete give way to an ever-changing tapestry, woven together with perennials and ornamental grasses that "pop" against the stone walk's subtle blue and gray hues. A spacious terrace complete with Craftsman detailing now stands at the back of the home where a dilapidated wood deck once sat. Native moss rock stone paths—accented by boldly romantic drifts of asters, geraniums, carex, and eupatorium and punctuated with trees and flowering shrubs—connect the wood terrace to the rest of the garden, detached garage, and alleyway.

Raised Patio with Step - Fendt

GLC Lawn & Landscaping LLC

Jarrettsville, MD - Outdoor Living Space

Lehnhoff's Landscaping, LLC.

Small space landscape design

Bevins & Company Landscape/Design

Gas Fire Pit with Cozy Seating Area in Surrey BC

AZURO Concepts Inc.

Cozy custom outdoor gas fire pit built on concrete patio and surrounded by luscious green landscaping, outdoor kitchen, and outdoor dining.

Clackamas River Patio screens

Pike Awning Company

UBC Craftsmen

Feature Projects Ltd.

NARI Remodeled Homes Tour | Lenexa Gazebo

CHC Design-Build

Poolside Timber Frame Pavilion w/Fireplace & Chandelier

Western Timber Frame

Timber frame pavilion with old world craftsmanship dovetailed with mortise and tenon joinery and outdoor lighting.

Gazebos

User

Patio, Pergola, and Fire Pit in Mason, Ohio

Honerlaw Landscape & Design, LLC

Techo Bloc raised patio, sitting walls and cedar pergola

Zeke's Outdoor Services

Raised patio featuring techo bloc blu pavers and mini creta wall stone. Also featuring a custom cedar pergola

Arts and Crafts Green 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, arts and crafts 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 arts and crafts 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 arts and crafts 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!