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Affordable Patio Ideas and Designs

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Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Outdoor kitchen in Oxshott, Surrey
Grillo Outdoor KitchensGrillo Outdoor Kitchens
Teamwork makes the dream work, as they say. And what a dream; this is the acme of a Surrey suburban townhouse garden. The team behind the teamwork of this masterpiece in Oxshott, Surrey, are Raine Garden Design Ltd, Bushy Business Ltd, Hampshire Garden Lighting, and Forest Eyes Photography. Everywhere you look, some new artful detail demonstrating their collective expertise hits you. The beautiful and tasteful selection of materials. The very mature, regimented pleached beech hedge. The harmoniousness of the zoning; tidy yet so varied and interesting. The ancient olive, dating back to the reign of Victoria. The warmth and depth afforded by the layered lighting. The seamless extension of the Home from inside to out; because in this dream, the garden is Home as much as the house is.
Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara, California
KES StudioKES Studio
The residence received a full gut renovation to create a modern coastal retreat vacation home. This was achieved by using a neutral color pallet of sands and blues with organic accents juxtaposed with custom furniture’s clean lines and soft textures.
Palmerston Lake Cottage
Palmerston Lake Cottage
Bell+Associates Architecture Inc.Bell+Associates Architecture Inc.
Front Porch Photography
Photo of a large rustic back patio in Ottawa with natural stone paving and no cover.
Cumberland Lakeside Patio
Cumberland Lakeside Patio
Fiano LandscapesFiano Landscapes
Like every property on the lake, this one had a steep slope immediately out of the back door. So we hugged the patio close to the house, building it up with a small retaining wall, and providing plenty of space to enjoy a summer night by the fire!
Lakeside Patio
Lakeside Patio
Landscapes by Tom LLCLandscapes by Tom LLC
A level area for the picnic table was made next to the beach.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Boston with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Overview
Overview
Urban Oasis Outdoor LivingUrban Oasis Outdoor Living
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, stamped concrete and a gazebo.
Fire Pit and Patio, Ridgewood, NJ
Fire Pit and Patio, Ridgewood, NJ
Jacobsen Landscape Design & ConstructionJacobsen Landscape Design & Construction
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in New York with no cover, a fire feature and tiled flooring.
10' One Piece Waterfall Edge Bar
10' One Piece Waterfall Edge Bar
Concrete CommanderConcrete Commander
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back patio in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen and brick paving.
Outdoor BBQ islands
Outdoor BBQ islands
Diamond K Woodworks LLCDiamond K Woodworks LLC
This is an example of a medium sized rural back patio in San Francisco with decking and a pergola.
Issaquah Highlands
Issaquah Highlands
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Backyard Landscaping with patio, firepit, playground, water feature and more
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Seattle with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Rustic Landscape
Rustic Landscape
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Photo of a medium sized rustic back patio in Richmond with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Scottsdale Estate
Scottsdale Estate
Durango StoneDurango Stone
These floating large format tiles create contemporary design with an ancient feel and were produced from Authentic Durango Ancient Veracruz™ block at our factories,
Bainbridge Island Residence Remodel
Bainbridge Island Residence Remodel
Johnson Squared Architecture + PlanningJohnson Squared Architecture + Planning
Art Grice
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Seattle with concrete slabs and no cover.
Covered Patio and Exterior Painting
Covered Patio and Exterior Painting
Hardy's PaintingHardy's Painting
Medium sized classic back patio in Dallas with an outdoor kitchen, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Cottage Style Garden in Evanston
Cottage Style Garden in Evanston
London Stoneworks LLCLondon Stoneworks LLC
Designed by Heidekat Design
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back patio in Indianapolis with brick paving and no cover.
Pool with Outside Bar
Pool with Outside Bar
Pools For Home DesignPools For Home Design
Design ideas for a large classic back patio in Toronto with natural stone paving and a pergola.
Eastern Henrico Project
Eastern Henrico Project
Glen Allen Grounds Management, LLCGlen Allen Grounds Management, LLC
Residential Firepit & Seating Wall
Design ideas for a small traditional back patio in Richmond with a fire feature, brick paving and no cover.
Park Ridge Fire Pit
Park Ridge Fire Pit
Chicago Gas LinesChicago Gas Lines
Ran gas line & installed all components of fire pit (we carry all components used to get a fire pit up and running).
Medium sized classic back patio in Chicago with a fire feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Areas
Outdoor Kitchens and BBQ Areas
Design Outdoors LimitedDesign Outdoors Limited
A countryside garden with a BBQ and side burner, Reclaimed brick used for the structure.
Photo of a small classic courtyard patio in Kent with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and no cover.
Fire pits
Fire pits
Great Escape LandscapingGreat Escape Landscaping
Design ideas for a medium sized classic back patio in Detroit with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.

Affordable 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 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 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 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 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 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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