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Large Eclectic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Aire Drive- Patio
Aire Drive- Patio
House of a Different ColorHouse of a Different Color
Evening view. Backyard residential patio space with daybed, dining table, small bistro table, and extra seating. Replaced original dining table, but kept existing dining chairs, which were in good condition, and refreshed them with new paint. Relocated existing glider loveseats to new fire pit area and added a daybed and bright colored rug where loveseats had been. Added two outdoor ceiling fans- one over the dining table and one over the daybed. Large succulent "coffee table" was custom made for this project, as was the shelving unit for garden tools and extra pots and supplies. Added 15 colorful outdoor lanterns and bistro lights to the outside edge of the patio cover for lighting at night and an eclectic atmosphere all day.
Sands Lane Waterfront Residence. Camano Island WA
Sands Lane Waterfront Residence. Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Waterside Patio.
Shoreham
Shoreham
Steven Oates ConstructionSteven Oates Construction
Deck pavilions separated by landscaped garden beds Pergola features large section 200 x 200mm white cypress timber with joint section shadow lines and concealed metal joint plates
Fire Creek
Fire Creek
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
The Treehouse Renovation
The Treehouse Renovation
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Laser cut metal PERGOLAS
Laser cut metal PERGOLAS
EntanglementsEntanglements
Laser cut wall art and steel decking edging, laser cut roofing sections and framing by Entanglements metal art
Bellevue Hill
Bellevue Hill
Marylou Sobel Interior DesignMarylou Sobel Interior Design
photograph by Maree Homer
Limestone Grotto Retreat
Limestone Grotto Retreat
Lotus Gardenscapes & Bloom Garden CenterLotus Gardenscapes & Bloom Garden Center
Specialty Stone Project creating a limestone grotto with naturalistic cascading stone fountain, stone benches & tiered planting beds for high ceiling basement walkout. Installed 2013 by Elemental Design - Landscape Concept by Client in collaboration with Wade Lehmann of Elemental Design. Photos by Jeeheon Cho
Garten/Terrasse/Outdoor
Garten/Terrasse/Outdoor
raumatmosphäre pantanellaraumatmosphäre pantanella
Gerardina Pantanella
Minimalist Boho
Minimalist Boho
Kimberley Kay InteriorsKimberley Kay Interiors
outdoor space with color and a good energy feel
Современный загородный дом в коттеджном посёлке Ла Променад2 (Подмосковье)
Современный загородный дом в коттеджном посёлке Ла Променад2 (Подмосковье)
Архитектурное бюро ГлушковаАрхитектурное бюро Глушкова
Архитекторы: Дмитрий Глушков, Фёдор Селенин; Фото: Антон Лихтарович
Exterior Patio/ Living Space
Exterior Patio/ Living Space
Harrison Leigh LLCHarrison Leigh LLC
Custom designed serving bar is clad with stone veneer and topped with a small iridescent tile. Unit includes space for an under counter refrigerator, rolling drink cooler and storage for the furniture cushions and pillows.
River Garden Patio
River Garden Patio
Turnstyle DesignTurnstyle Design
Hollywood Hills
Hollywood Hills
UserUser
2018 Traditional Home Hampton Designer Showhouse
2018 Traditional Home Hampton Designer Showhouse
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
More from the Traditional Home Hampton Designer Showhouse. Imagine spending long summer days lounging in this vibrant, Moroccan inspired terrace designed by Rajni Alex Design. We love the way she incorporated our portable Pool House Collection to infuse a warm glow into this luxurious space - perfect for summer evenings spent outdoors in the Hamptons. Shop the Style: http://ow.ly/Orx530llhvg
Exterior Patio/ Living Space
Exterior Patio/ Living Space
Harrison Leigh LLCHarrison Leigh LLC
The classic Lutyens bench in an unconventional color!
Christmas Decorating
Christmas Decorating
Cosa Belle InteriorsCosa Belle Interiors
Fire Pit Seating
Fire Pit Seating
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
Dallas Covered Patio With Outdoor Fireplace and More!
Dallas Covered Patio With Outdoor Fireplace and More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
This backyard escape had an existing natural flagstone patio, under cover of a cedar pergola. We perfectly matched the existing flagstone, and seamlessly extended the patio to accommodate a new outdoor fireplace and better use of the space overall. The extension begins at the pergola’s support post – with no line of demarcation or evidence of new versus existing materials!
Langhart, Healdsburg
Langhart, Healdsburg
Claudia SuttonClaudia Sutton

Large 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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