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Eclectic Blue Patio Ideas and Designs

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Late Day Shadow Play
Late Day Shadow Play
Mindful Garden DesignMindful Garden Design
I've always enjoyed the long shadows cast in autumn, when the sun sits low in the sky. Here in North Carolina we are lucky to be able to comfortably spend some time outdoors during most months of the year, and this patio is just the place to do it! Patio by Brooks Burleson Photo by Laura Wright
My Houzz: Eclectic, Artistic Rented House in Ojai
My Houzz: Eclectic, Artistic Rented House in Ojai
Shannon MaloneShannon Malone
Shannon Malone © 2012 Houzz
Casa Azul Airbnb Remodel
Casa Azul Airbnb Remodel
Terri Becker DesignsTerri Becker Designs
Austin's Casa Azul is the the spot for all things happy. This AirBnb remodel it is joyful, hip and functional. I was hired to design, procure and set up this one bedroom private apartment, an Austin jewel nestled in Windsor Park. The bedroom, living room and dining space are furnished in bold colors and fun and eclectic style with a nod to Moroccan vibes. Take time to relax in the private outdoor area designated to you and your guest. We painted the fence a bright happy color and faced it with a colorful mural, making the space bright and fun. Chair lounge chairs, fire pit, café lights and grill finish the space making it party ready. Herb garden, succulent arrangement and fun, colorful metal art and décor add pops of color and interest. Casa Azul is ready for your stay.
Battersea Terrace
Battersea Terrace
The London Gardener LtdThe London Gardener Ltd
Steve Lyne
BEFORE & AFTER
BEFORE & AFTER
DDLA Design Landscape ArchitectureDDLA Design Landscape Architecture
A selection of Before and After photos of projects design and built by DDLA Design Landscape Architecture - Dallas, Texas.
Casa Blanca
Casa Blanca
GINA FRAY DESIGN Interiors & ExteriorsGINA FRAY DESIGN Interiors & Exteriors
Lake Carolina
Lake Carolina
Crystal Pools LLCCrystal Pools LLC
Mexican Beach Pebble set as an area rug in the deck to add visual appeal
Additional BBQs
Additional BBQs
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Steve Lambert
Eclectic Patio
Eclectic Patio
Venice Art Tiles
Venice Art Tiles
venice art tilesvenice art tiles
Michael J. Palaniuk
Wicked Shade Projects
Wicked Shade Projects
Wicked Shade, Inc.Wicked Shade, Inc.
Salt Gulch Ranch
Salt Gulch Ranch
Anik Pearson Architect, P.C.Anik Pearson Architect, P.C.
This house in the high Mesa desert of Southwestern Utah is sustainable. It is built with non-combustible fire-resistant materials of steel, concrete, copper and stucco. Water-recapturing, passive heating and passive cooling are used for a low impact on the environment and energy efficiency. Large overhanging eaves provide essential shade in the summer, solid concrete floors release the heat absorbed from the low winter sun. A steel structure allows for deep cantilevered balconies and eaves, which also supports heavy snowfall in winter. The standing seam copper roofing freely allows expansion and contraction from the daily temperature swings. The eaves are covered in copper panels and an integrated copper gutter. The balcony railing made of steel channels and wire was also fabricated by Patrice.
Perspective Est du Patio Bleu Klein
Perspective Est du Patio Bleu Klein
Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteurDuval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur
création d'un patio bleu klein par l'atelier Duval&Bossennec
Quail's End at Joshua Tree
Quail's End at Joshua Tree
Julia Chasman DesignJulia Chasman Design
Photo by Sean Ryan Pierce Patio Vintage child's crib from Ireland with a new mattress becomes a little outdoor seating area
The Redes
The Redes
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Unique Home Stays
Mission Canyon Tree House
Mission Canyon Tree House
Gale Design StudioGale Design Studio
Sarita Relis
Burton Project
Burton Project
Peek Pools And SpasPeek Pools And Spas
Dublin, OH, Outdoor Living Combination Space in Beautiful Ballantrae
Dublin, OH, Outdoor Living Combination Space in Beautiful Ballantrae
Archadeck - ColumbusArchadeck - Columbus
This stunning project, a combination hardscape, deck, pergola and fire pit project in the Ballantrae subdivision of Dublin, Ohio, is a work of art. We built the two pergolas with cedar and stained them to match the decking. The pergolas are more decorative than functional. You can see the top of each pergola consists of two long beams topped with a series of shorter rafters. A pergola designed to cast maximum shade would have a third element on top, a series of thinner slats running across the rafters. Here, the larger pergola serves to define the primary dining area, and the smaller one enforces the boundary at the edge of the patio.
Pine Tree Drive
Pine Tree Drive
2id Interiors2id Interiors
Hollywood Hills
Hollywood Hills
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Eclectic Blue 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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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