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Affordable World-Inspired Patio Ideas and Designs

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Design Comes to Fruition
Design Comes to Fruition
Ecoscape Environmental DesignEcoscape Environmental Design
The backyard of this brick home on University Hill in Boulder was in need of renovation to bring together awkward angles, window wells, and uneven surfaces. This tight space was not inviting and rarely used. The homeowners were inspired by turtle shells and desired bamboo plants for their Asian aesthetic. Clean lines and light creams have replaced the mix-mosh of haphazard stones and unset redstone pavers. Now the space feels intentionally designed, peaceful, and welcoming.
A LOT OF GREEN
A LOT OF GREEN
Shin-boku NurseryShin-boku Nursery
AN EARLY LIGHT SHOWS OFF A SEA OF GREEN.
Our Work
Our Work
Accent OutdoorsAccent Outdoors
Mackenzie Residence
Mackenzie Residence
A Cultivated GardenA Cultivated Garden
Backyard Urban Retreat
Backyard Urban Retreat
LiveWell OutdoorsLiveWell Outdoors
Nursery Entry
Nursery Entry
F. John LaBarba ConstructionF. John LaBarba Construction
F. John LaBarba / Design: Beth Ann LaBarba
Bora Bora
Bora Bora
Allstate Pools & SpasAllstate Pools & Spas
Allstatepools - Designed and built by Richard Babcock
Outdoor Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Outdoor Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Allied Kitchen, Bath, Home and Outdoor LivingAllied Kitchen, Bath, Home and Outdoor Living
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.
Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada
Indigo HomesIndigo Homes
Rix Ryan
Patio Dining
Patio Dining
Outdoor LivingOutdoor Living
In situ - outdoor cushions
In situ - outdoor cushions
MoteefMoteef
A daybed in Queensland got a welcome colour splash when it's owner decked it out in Moteef outdoor cushions. Tropical oasis!
Kaleen Brisa Collection: BRI01-70
Kaleen Brisa Collection: BRI01-70
Kaleen RugsKaleen Rugs
Allow your room feel au naturel with the Colinas Collection! Each rug is handmade in India of Jute and a soft, luxurious felted Wool. The perfect addition to your room, each rug compliments the growing trend of today’s natural lifestyle. Feel organic and “green” with this new twist of a natural fiber classic.
Création d'un jardin exotique avec micro piscine
Création d'un jardin exotique avec micro piscine
Kael Createur de JardinsKael Createur de Jardins
Création d'une terrasse en dalle Grey cérame. Mise en place d'une belle pergola en aluminium thermo laqué avec des voiles australienne pour ombrager l'espace repas et détente. une végétation luxuriante et coloré vient embellir l'espace
Outdoor Covered Patio
Outdoor Covered Patio
Apartment 46 for the HomeApartment 46 for the Home
These large lighted balls are made from twisted roots and hung from the ceiling of a barn-like roof. They are filled with battery operated LED string lights for a dramatic effect at night.
Decks & Porches
Decks & Porches
Align Pro LLCAlign Pro LLC
Waterfront Home, Naples FL
Waterfront Home, Naples FL
Randall Perry PhotographyRandall Perry Photography
Randall Perry Photography
Outdoor Firepit in Lutz
Outdoor Firepit in Lutz
Lindross RemodelingLindross Remodeling
Adam Duff
Stone Palapa (3 Years old)
Stone Palapa (3 Years old)
MTR Contractors | My Thatch RoofMTR Contractors | My Thatch Roof
We installed this palapa 3 years ago. The guys recently went back for another quote and took pictures of this beautiful 8' Breeze Palapa. I'm always delighted at how perfect our old palapas look
The Lanai
The Lanai
Home Staging by SPCHome Staging by SPC
Home Staging by SPC - Staged this lanai in Florida to create a comfortable and inviting space to relax, entertain or just read a book.

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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