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Expansive Eclectic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Award Winning Outdoor Living Space in Dublin OH
Award Winning Outdoor Living Space in Dublin OH
Archadeck - ColumbusArchadeck - Columbus
Archadeck of Columbus received the Archadeck Design Excellence Award for this project. The winning project is a combination hardscape, deck, pergola and fire pit project in the Ballantrae subdivision of Dublin, Ohio. The deck area is high-aesthetic and low-maintenance as it was built using composite decking from the TimberTech PRO Legacy Collection. Legacy Collection’s decking boards are capped on all four sides to provide complete protection against mold, mildew, moisture damage, stains, scratches and fading.
House of Air and Sun - Outdoor
House of Air and Sun - Outdoor
COAT Design RemodelCOAT Design Remodel
© Leigh Castelli photography
Dallas TX Multi-Faceted Outdoor Living Oasis
Dallas TX Multi-Faceted Outdoor Living Oasis
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
The outdoor fireplace was built using stucco and includes a cedar mantel and a spacious custom seating wall built with brick, on either side. The brick and stucco were painted in Benjamin Moore’s Edgecomb Gray. This multi-faceted outdoor living combination space in Dallas by Archadeck of Northeast Dallas encompasses a covered patio space, expansive patio with overhead pergola, custom outdoor fireplace, outdoor kitchen and much more!
Hollywood with a Twist
Hollywood with a Twist
MASSIMO interiorsMASSIMO interiors
Stu Morley
Lagoon-Inspired Backyard
Lagoon-Inspired Backyard
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel
At the base of the hill at the back of the property, a shaded patio is the perfect spot for a stone fire ring and casual seating. Neal's Design Remodel
Courtyard makeover
Courtyard makeover
ZMK Construction IncZMK Construction Inc
Bringing south of the boarder to the north of the boarder our Mexican Baja theme courtyard/living room makeover in Coronado Island is where our client have their entertainment now and enjoy the great San Diego weather daily. We've designed the courtyard to be a true outdoor living space with a full kitchen, dinning area, and a lounging area next to an outdoor fireplace. And best of all a fully engaged 15 feet pocket door system that opens the living room right out to the courtyard. A dream comes true for our client!
Malibu Ranch Style
Malibu Ranch Style
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
The Jasper Hill #5020: Hardscape
The Jasper Hill #5020: Hardscape
Donald A. Gardner ArchitectsDonald A. Gardner Architects
A mixture of stone and brick lends an earthy feel that allows the home to blend with the surrounding lakefront landscape. A series of bay windows on the rear of the home maximizes views from every room. Enjoy outdoor living with screened and covered porches, along with patios and a terraced lawn.
Dallas TX Multi-Faceted Outdoor Living Oasis
Dallas TX Multi-Faceted Outdoor Living Oasis
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
This multi-faceted outdoor living combination space in Dallas by Archadeck of Northeast Dallas encompasses a covered patio space, expansive patio with overhead pergola, custom outdoor fireplace, outdoor kitchen and much more!
An Artist's Retreat
An Artist's Retreat
Derrick Dodge Interior DesignDerrick Dodge Interior Design
A pair of antique Mexican doors invite you into the front courtyard of the Spanish style home. Mr. Dodge designed a fountain with the interior being soft blue glass tiles. The client selected rock from one of their ranches through which the water trickles out from the top. Bougainvilleas spill from balconies around the home year long.
Outdoor Playground
Outdoor Playground
McHale Landscape Design, Inc.McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
Irregular shaped flagstone stepping stone path leading to expansive pool deck and lanai.
Courtyard makeover
Courtyard makeover
ZMK Construction IncZMK Construction Inc
Bringing south of the boarder to the north of the boarder our Mexican Baja theme courtyard/living room makeover in Coronado Island is where our client have their entertainment now and enjoy the great San Diego weather daily. We've designed the courtyard to be a true outdoor living space with a full kitchen, dinning area, and a lounging area next to an outdoor fireplace. And best of all a fully engaged 15 feet pocket door system that opens the living room right out to the courtyard. A dream comes true for our client!
Win's Tree / Arbre de Win
Win's Tree / Arbre de Win
Zoe Mosaics, Life in GlassZoe Mosaics, Life in Glass
A stained glass and wood original custom mosaic on the patio wall of a Pasadena home. Created in collaboration with Caroline Sieux
3-Season Room/Patio/Hardscape/Fire Pit Combination in Dublin, OH
3-Season Room/Patio/Hardscape/Fire Pit Combination in Dublin, OH
Archadeck - ColumbusArchadeck - Columbus
We love the combination of paver colors the clients selected for their Unilock patio and hardscape. The field of the patio features Unilock’s Beacon Hill Flagstone pavers in the platinum color, and the darker soldier course features Unilock’s Series 3000 pavers in black granite. We built the outer edge of the patio with Unilock’s Ledgestone.
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.
Malibu Ranch Style
Malibu Ranch Style
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Courtyard makeover
Courtyard makeover
ZMK Construction IncZMK Construction Inc
Bringing south of the boarder to the north of the boarder our Mexican Baja theme courtyard/living room makeover in Coronado Island is where our client have their entertainment now and enjoy the great San Diego weather daily. We've designed the courtyard to be a true outdoor living space with a full kitchen, dinning area, and a lounging area next to an outdoor fireplace. And best of all a fully engaged 15 feet pocket door system that opens the living room right out to the courtyard. A dream comes true for our client!
Covered Patio and More in Northfield, OH
Covered Patio and More in Northfield, OH
Archadeck of Akron OHArchadeck of Akron OH
For this project we built a custom stain and stamp concrete patio in a 36" Ashlar stamp pattern. Working with the slope of the yard, we incorporated a hardscape retaining wall into the project. The low wall embraces the patio and creates a visual boundary for the space. An additional hardscape element is the gas-burning fire pit. We built these hardscapes with Techno-bloc blocks and wall caps.
Outdoor Living - View Deck, Terrace and Spa
Outdoor Living - View Deck, Terrace and Spa
Gregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-BuildGregory Thomas, Architect, AKBD, CG&S Design-Build
The view terrace/patio was completely re-conceived. A new spa was placed at the edge of the patio, thrust out over the edge and into the view, grounded with stone planters. An eliptical patio engages with pre-existing limestone boulders. Supports for the deck are clad in limestone. Composite decking and cable rails are new. Construction by CG&S Design-Build Photography by Stephen Knetig
French Country ASID Showcase - Notre Belle Maison
French Country ASID Showcase - Notre Belle Maison
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Miro Dvorscak Peterson Homebuilders, Inc.

Expansive Eclectic 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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