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Affordable World-Inspired Patio Ideas and Designs

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Spec Home Outdoor Transformation
Spec Home Outdoor Transformation
David Font DesignDavid Font Design
Maruccia Residence
Maruccia Residence
Promise Path Landscaping IncPromise Path Landscaping Inc
Small backyard with lots of potential. We created the perfect space adding visual interest from inside the house to outside of it. We added a BBQ Island with Grill, sink, and plenty of counter space. BBQ Island was cover with stone veneer stone with a concrete counter top. Opposite side we match the veneer stone and concrete cap on a newly Outdoor fireplace. far side we added some post with bright colors and drought tolerant material and a special touch for the little girl in the family, since we did not wanted to forget about anyone. Photography by Zack Benson
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.
寺庄の家（terasho house）
寺庄の家（terasho house）
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
坪庭アプローチ
Shade Sails
Shade Sails
Smart Shade Solutions Inc.Smart Shade Solutions Inc.
This Sail Shade was design to cover the pool and provide UV protection while enjoying the pool.
Livin Large
Livin Large
Landscaping Concepts, Inc.Landscaping Concepts, Inc.
Privacy screens and sunken hot tub
Pergola en bois français Douglas
Pergola en bois français Douglas
WooDesignWooDesign
Sur la Côte d'Azur dans une sublime villa à l'architecture moderne, réalisation d'une pergola en bois Douglas issu de nos forêts françaises. La pergola bois apporte au jardin un coin convivial où partager des moments entre amis ou en famille autour d'une table ou détendus sur des transats autour de cette magnifique piscine à débordement. La terrasse en bois exotique aménagée avec du mobilier design donne un côté classieux au lieu. Un projet de pergola en bois ou de terrasse ? N'hésitez pas à nous contacter, nous nous ferons un plaisir de vous accompagner.
Landscape Patio Kalamazoo, MI
Landscape Patio Kalamazoo, MI
Platinum Ponds & LandscapingPlatinum Ponds & Landscaping
This flagstone patio was built into a small berm on the opposite side which we had to get creative. We installed a small retaining wall as shown next to the Stacked Slated Urn. This patio turned out amazing as we installed a small water feature right in the corner of the patio. The customer wanted to hear the sound of water in the backyard and she absolutely loves how this patio/water feature combo turned out. Great Project!!
Evergreen Terrace
Evergreen Terrace
The London Gardener LtdThe London Gardener Ltd
North facing terrace designed with lush evergreen planting. Very little maintenance required to keep this garden looking fantastic. The terrace is used for entertaining all year round as an outdoor room.
Reading Nook
Reading Nook
Pat Bernard DesignPat Bernard Design
Pat Bernard
Hawaiian-Style Decorative Concrete Patio w/ Waterfall, Fire Pit & Bench Seating
Hawaiian-Style Decorative Concrete Patio w/ Waterfall, Fire Pit & Bench Seating
Tom Ralston ConcreteTom Ralston Concrete
Tropical patio featuring waterfall, bench seat and fire pit with colored glass. This decorative concrete back patio features tropical colors and an island feel, imitating the style of Hawaii.
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
Patio Dining
Patio Dining
Outdoor LivingOutdoor Living
Stacked Stone L-Shaped Kitchen
Stacked Stone L-Shaped Kitchen
Fischman Outdoor KitchensFischman Outdoor Kitchens
Urban Frenzy
Urban Frenzy
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
The loveseat and pergola provide a shady resting spot behind the garage in this city garden.
Larchmont
Larchmont
CARL BALTON + ASSOCIATESCARL BALTON + ASSOCIATES
Maui Residence
Maui Residence
April Powers Interior DesignApril Powers Interior Design
Gallery
Gallery
Phipps Home DesignPhipps Home Design
Pasadena Showcase House 2019
Pasadena Showcase House 2019
California WaterscapesCalifornia Waterscapes
Welcome to our design space at the Pasadena Showcase House of Design. This “oasis” features a beautiful collection of koi fish, gracefully swimming in a 5’x8’ pond. Our modern, clean-cut paver patio is customized to intertwine with large seating boulders. By bringing the pathway right to the edge of the pond, we showcase our favorite cantilever effect. Softening the design, California-friendly plants and a stunning live plant wall surrounds the area, while lights can be seen hanging from the trees, extending the ambiance into the evening hours.
Hawaiian Plantation Retreat
Hawaiian Plantation Retreat
Chelsea Court DesignsChelsea Court Designs

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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