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North York Backyard Makeover
North York Backyard Makeover
Green Apple LandscapingGreen Apple Landscaping
Garten/Terrasse/Outdoor
Garten/Terrasse/Outdoor
raumatmosphäre pantanellaraumatmosphäre pantanella
Gerardina Pantanella
East Lake Dr.
East Lake Dr.
Vivid InteriorsVivid Interiors
Vanderveen Photography
Garden rooms, Sunrooms & Patios
Garden rooms, Sunrooms & Patios
Susan Mackenzie InteriorsSusan Mackenzie Interiors
Susan Mackenzie
Artificial Turf Backyard
Artificial Turf Backyard
Southwest Fence & DeckSouthwest Fence & Deck
New Back Yard Seating Area
New Back Yard Seating Area
Dawn Engel Landscape DesignDawn Engel Landscape Design
This funky-shaped lot used to be nothing but dead lawn. A gorgeous new bluestone patio seating area, new cedar trellises, stepping stone and dymondia paths, and a plethora of bright blooming drought tolerant plants transform the space into a thing of functional beauty.
House of Air and Sun - Outdoor
House of Air and Sun - Outdoor
COAT Design RemodelCOAT Design Remodel
© Leigh Castelli photography
Paso Robles
Paso Robles
Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED APLori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP
Construction by: SoCal Contractor Interior Design by: Lori Dennis Inc Photography by: Roy Yerushalmi
Classic Family Home
Classic Family Home
UserUser
Forest Armchairs and Arthur Dining Table from Janus et Cie create a strong visual statement within the verdant surround on this outdoor dining patio.
Modern Eclectic
Modern Eclectic
dp environmentsdp environments
Built-in concrete bench with colorful cushions and accent pillows. Accent tiles with slate cap. Papyrus in foreground frames the intimate seating area with custom fire pit.
Bellevue Hill
Bellevue Hill
Marylou Sobel Interior DesignMarylou Sobel Interior Design
photograph by Maree Homer
Winston- Salem, NC Grilling Porch Project. 3D Landscape Design
Winston- Salem, NC Grilling Porch Project. 3D Landscape Design
Hawkins Landscape Architecture/TriadGardenHawkins Landscape Architecture/TriadGarden
Location: Pfafftown, NC, USA New grilling porch and outdoor living space design in Winston-Salem, NC. Design includes new porch with outdoor kitchen and bar area, raised patio and area for hot tub. 3D landscape design Hawkins Landscape Architecture, PLLC
Outdoor Living in Wide Open Spaces
Outdoor Living in Wide Open Spaces
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
A perfect area for outdoor entertaining. The large fire pit with ample built in seating provides a perfect space to enjoy the outdoors. Photo by Roger Haywood
Durpetti Interiors
Durpetti Interiors
Durpetti InteriorsDurpetti Interiors
An outdoor living space was created. First, a Copthorne Unilock brick patio was created in a herringbone pattern to give age and character to the new space. The patio details of the border inset and seat wall define the space while creating extra seating for guests. Two distict areas for relaxing and dining were created with all enjoying the full view of the back yard. The space is completed by a unique mushroom fountain and landscaped with shade plants chosen for their foliage.An outdoor fireplace lends to cooler nights or smores cooking.
Poolside Hangout
Poolside Hangout
EASA ArchitectureEASA Architecture
A new detached pavilion comprising an open outdoor kitchen and lounge area with fireplace and TV and a secluded 115 sf. enclosed cabana bath/changing room. Total roofed area is 411 sf.
East Lake Dr.
East Lake Dr.
Vivid InteriorsVivid Interiors
Vanderveen Photography
Vistana House with Pool, Pergola, Paver Patio, Fire Pit
Vistana House with Pool, Pergola, Paver Patio, Fire Pit
Elemental Landscapes, Ltd.Elemental Landscapes, Ltd.
House of Air and Sun - Outdoor
House of Air and Sun - Outdoor
COAT Design RemodelCOAT Design Remodel
© Leigh Castelli photography
Flagstone Swirl
Flagstone Swirl
Ecoscape Environmental DesignEcoscape Environmental Design
Colorado buff and chocolate stone was used to create this clever patio.
The Terrace Garden
The Terrace Garden
J. Gieo Pensoneault, MLAJ. Gieo Pensoneault, MLA
The plant selections for this garden are attributed to the client. As avid and educated gardeners, the clients have selected plants that are deer resistant and adapted to challenging Colorado environment.

Premium 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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