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Affordable Patio with an Awning Ideas and Designs

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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
Inspiration for a small world-inspired back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, an awning and brick paving.
campbell residence
campbell residence
kds design groupkds design group
Mark Pinkerton
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs and an awning.
Contemporary Retractable Awning in Huntington, IN
Contemporary Retractable Awning in Huntington, IN
W.A. Zimmer CompanyW.A. Zimmer Company
Photography by Emily
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary patio in Other with an awning.
Retractable Awning - Littleton
Retractable Awning - Littleton
Conifer Gutter ServiceConifer Gutter Service
Classic back patio in Denver with decking and an awning.
Small Backyard for Entertaining
Small Backyard for Entertaining
The Garden WizardThe Garden Wizard
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, decking and an awning.
Fire Features, Fire Pits
Fire Features, Fire Pits
Pryors Better YardsPryors Better Yards
Inspiration for a medium sized modern side patio in Phoenix with a fire feature, concrete paving and an awning.
Maison bois poteau poutre toiture terrasse Millery Lyon (69)
Maison bois poteau poutre toiture terrasse Millery Lyon (69)
Vision Bois constructionVision Bois construction
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Lyon with an awning.
Maison de Hameau en Provence
Maison de Hameau en Provence
Nathalie Odiot Architecture d'IntérieurNathalie Odiot Architecture d'Intérieur
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Marseille with a potted garden, natural stone paving and an awning.
Gladesville Garden / Gladesville Water Feature / Gladesville Plants
Gladesville Garden / Gladesville Water Feature / Gladesville Plants
Stylish GardensStylish Gardens
Photo of a small modern back patio in Sydney with a potted garden, decking and an awning.
Cedarhurst Residence
Cedarhurst Residence
Hodgson Design AssociatesHodgson Design Associates
Martin Tessler Photography
This is an example of a medium sized retro back patio in Vancouver with a water feature, an awning and concrete slabs.
Patio living In Doral, Florida
Patio living In Doral, Florida
LuxapatioLuxapatio
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and an awning.
pergola
pergola
Brennan + Company ArchitectsBrennan + Company Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back patio in DC Metro with concrete paving and an awning.
Silverdal III
Silverdal III
Bengtsson DesignBengtsson Design
Eva Bengtsson
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Stockholm with a potted garden, decomposed granite and an awning.
Retractable Awnings
Retractable Awnings
Shade And Shutter Systems, IncShade And Shutter Systems, Inc
These Retractable Awnings are motorized and operated via remote control.
Design ideas for a medium sized back patio in Boston with decking and an awning.
ATICO EN BLANES (GIRONA)
ATICO EN BLANES (GIRONA)
LF24 arquitectura interiorismoLF24 arquitectura interiorismo
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Barcelona with an outdoor kitchen and an awning.
Bridgman
Bridgman
Hasler Homes LtdHasler Homes Ltd
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Vancouver with decking and an awning.
Our Work
Our Work
HP Construction Services, Inc.HP Construction Services, Inc.
Medium sized contemporary side patio in Chicago with decking and an awning.
Backyard Deck - After
Backyard Deck - After
Realty Restoration, LLCRealty Restoration, LLC
Design ideas for a large midcentury back patio in Austin with a fire feature, decking and an awning.
Shade Sails
Shade Sails
Smart Shade Solutions Inc.Smart Shade Solutions Inc.
Waterproof Sail Shade covering Patio
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Miami with an awning.
Whittier Retreat
Whittier Retreat
Sitio Landscape ArchitectureSitio Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a small modern side patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and an awning.

Affordable Patio with an Awning 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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