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Affordable World-Inspired Patio Ideas and Designs

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A to Z Shades and ShuttersA to Z Shades and Shutters
Spec Home Outdoor Transformation
Spec Home Outdoor Transformation
David Font DesignDavid Font Design
The Jobson Project
The Jobson Project
Construction Landscape, LLC.Construction Landscape, LLC.
Changing this very small squared backyard into a usable colorful courtyard. Removing the screens from the porch created a nice indoor outdoor room with sound, fragrance & color...color...color. Landscape designed and installed by Construction Landscape With Designs by Jennifer Bevins. Servicing The Treasure and Space Coast 772-492-8382.
Exotic Green - Appartement 33m² - Paris 9e
Exotic Green - Appartement 33m² - Paris 9e
NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior DesignNEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design
L'appartement dispose d'un superbe coin terrasse ! Aménagé avec un rose fuchsia franc et un esprit totalement exotique et tropical ! C'est l'heure de l'apéro sous ce beau soleil ! https://www.nevainteriordesign.com http://www.cotemaison.fr/loft-appartement/diaporama/appartement-paris-9-avant-apres-d-un-33-m2-pour-un-couple_30796.html https://www.houzz.fr/ideabooks/114511574/list/visite-privee-exotic-attitude-pour-un-33-m%C2%B2-parisien
Walkways & Patio Design
Walkways & Patio Design
Dian Barnes Landscape Design, LLCDian Barnes Landscape Design, LLC
Exotic Zen Courtyard
Exotic Zen Courtyard
Frances Herrera Interior DesignFrances Herrera Interior Design
This guest house and courtyard was part of the 2014 Designer Show House in Lighthouse Point, Florida benefitting Food for the Poor. My vision was a space that allowed guests to be transported, which is why I selected the guesthouse and courtyard. With careful attention to every detail, I created a modern sanctuary filled with exquisite, unique pieces that revive the spirit and inspire curiosity. It's a space where guests will feel transported with exotic elegance and leave invigorated.
SOMA Loft -- Small outdoor patio by Kimball Starr Interior Design
SOMA Loft -- Small outdoor patio by Kimball Starr Interior Design
Kimball Starr Interior DesignKimball Starr Interior Design
Teak folding chairs, waterproof area rug, outdoor cushions and fabric, and a folding bamboo screen with an island feel for a modern space. The bamboo pole screen hides a barbeque grill. The side table is hand carved from a mango tree.
The Vanberstarren
The Vanberstarren
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Bridge floating over a 48 linear feet long pond connecting main entrance to driveway
Dellagio synthetic turf at Fire Pit area
Dellagio synthetic turf at Fire Pit area
Sport Court Central FL & Tampa BaySport Court Central FL & Tampa Bay
Synthetic grass in between stepping stones CA
Pasadena Showcase House 2019
Pasadena Showcase House 2019
California WaterscapesCalifornia Waterscapes
Welcome to our design space at the Pasadena Showcase House of Design. This “oasis” features a beautiful collection of koi fish, gracefully swimming in a 5’x8’ pond. Our modern, clean-cut paver patio is customized to intertwine with large seating boulders. By bringing the pathway right to the edge of the pond, we showcase our favorite cantilever effect. Softening the design, California-friendly plants and a stunning live plant wall surrounds the area, while lights can be seen hanging from the trees, extending the ambiance into the evening hours.
Our Projects
Our Projects
CHRISTIE DUSTMAN & COMPANY INC.CHRISTIE DUSTMAN & COMPANY INC.
Parking and patio areas were competing for prominence which left our homeowner with no privacy from the street. This planting berm baffles the view of the parking area and the street which allows you to sink into greenery and grasses.
Outdoor ponds
Outdoor ponds
GreenSeasonsGreenSeasons
Hawaiian Plantation Retreat
Hawaiian Plantation Retreat
Chelsea Court DesignsChelsea Court Designs
Outdoor Modern Two-Sided Fireplace
Outdoor Modern Two-Sided Fireplace
Poolside Gardens, Inc.Poolside Gardens, Inc.
Shade Sails
Shade Sails
Smart Shade Solutions Inc.Smart Shade Solutions Inc.
Boca Beach Club pool Deck. Soltis 86 fabric and all connected to trees with our custom tree straps.
The Jobson Project
The Jobson Project
Construction Landscape, LLC.Construction Landscape, LLC.
Changing this very small squared backyard into a usable colorful courtyard. Removing the screens from the porch created a nice indoor outdoor room with sound, fragrance & color...color...color. Landscape designed and installed by Construction Landscape With Designs by Jennifer Bevins. Servicing The Treasure and Space Coast 772-492-8382.
Tropical Delight
Tropical Delight
Peter Fry LandscapesPeter Fry Landscapes
Stephen Fry
Our Work
Our Work
A to Z Shades and ShuttersA to Z Shades and Shutters
Japanese Garden Water Feature
Japanese Garden Water Feature
Good Thyme Landscapes LLCGood Thyme Landscapes LLC
Backyard water feature with a Japanese influence.
Patio Dining
Patio Dining
Outdoor LivingOutdoor Living

Affordable World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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