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Affordable Scandinavian Patio Ideas and Designs

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Holly Springs Project
Holly Springs Project
Kirstyn Schaefer InteriorsKirstyn Schaefer Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi back patio in Raleigh with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Styling av balkong- och terasser
Styling av balkong- och terasser
EWI StylingEWI Styling
Medium sized scandinavian back patio in Stockholm.
Inspirationsbilder
Inspirationsbilder
Utsikten foto ABUtsikten foto AB
Christian Lund
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Orebro with a roof extension.
Council Ring - Fire Pit
Council Ring - Fire Pit
kday72kday72
Council ring style fire pit designed in the spirit of the properties original landscape architect, Jens Jensen. Designed by: ENVIRONMENTS Studio Day 1 after installation.
Projekt: Silverdal II
Projekt: Silverdal II
Bengtsson DesignBengtsson Design
Eva Bengtsson
Small scandi back patio in Stockholm with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Teppiche für den Sommer
Teppiche für den Sommer
UrbanaraUrbanara
Inspiration for a scandinavian patio.
Summerhouse Skåne
Summerhouse Skåne
LASC StudioLASC Studio
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Copenhagen with an outdoor shower and tiled flooring.
Дом на Карповом пруде
Дом на Карповом пруде
Студия дизайна и архитектуры Ольги ВавиловойСтудия дизайна и архитектуры Ольги Вавиловой
Photo of a scandinavian courtyard patio in Other with a gazebo.
Freiberg_SisterMag
Freiberg_SisterMag
Kate Jordan PhotoKate Jordan Photo
Kate Jordan Photo © 2016 Houzz
Design ideas for a large scandi back patio in Dortmund.
Editorial projects
Editorial projects
Simply Nordic InteriorsSimply Nordic Interiors
Scandinavian back patio in San Diego with concrete slabs and a pergola.
A mile-high city patio with a natural country look
A mile-high city patio with a natural country look
Italo CéramiqueItalo Céramique
Slate’s naturally slip-resistant surface is very hard and durable, with varied colors and features that have served builders and architects for centuries. Suitable for indoor as well as outdoor applications, slate satisfies many natural stone flooring needs.
Rocha Apartment, Barcelona
Rocha Apartment, Barcelona
CaSA - Colombo and Serboli ArchitectureCaSA - Colombo and Serboli Architecture
Roberto Ruiz - www.robertoruiz.eu
Small scandinavian back patio in Barcelona with a pergola and tiled flooring.
木蔭の家
木蔭の家
山道勉建築山道勉建築
Photo by:ジェイクス 佐藤二郎
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian courtyard patio in Other with concrete paving and a roof extension.
Elsternwick House
Elsternwick House
Hindley & Co Architecture & Interior DesignHindley & Co Architecture & Interior Design
Greg Elms
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Melbourne with decking and a roof extension.
ELEGANCIA CON INSPIRACIÓN NÓRDICA
ELEGANCIA CON INSPIRACIÓN NÓRDICA
Slow & Chic - InteriorismoSlow & Chic - Interiorismo
Fotografía y estilismo Nora Zubia
This is an example of a small scandi courtyard patio in Madrid with a potted garden and no cover.
Basiq Blaq Residence
Basiq Blaq Residence
Habanero Architecture, PLLCHabanero Architecture, PLLC
The project’s goal is to introduce more affordable contemporary homes for Triangle Area housing. This 1,800 SF modern ranch-style residence takes its shape from the archetypal gable form and helps to integrate itself into the neighborhood. Although the house presents a modern intervention, the project’s scale and proportional parameters integrate into its context. Natural light and ventilation are passive goals for the project. A strong indoor-outdoor connection was sought by establishing views toward the wooded landscape and having a deck structure weave into the public area. North Carolina’s natural textures are represented in the simple black and tan palette of the facade.
Projekt: Silverdal II
Projekt: Silverdal II
Bengtsson DesignBengtsson Design
Eva Bengtsson
Inspiration for a small scandinavian back patio in Stockholm with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Tomtebogatan 11
Tomtebogatan 11
Move2Move2
This is an example of a small scandi back patio in Stockholm with a roof extension.
HUS no.1
HUS no.1
Rasmus BlaesbjergRasmus Blaesbjerg
One of 3 different facades that captures the function area they each serve. Photo: Ken Hermann
This is an example of a medium sized scandi patio in Copenhagen.
VIVIENDA PASSIVHAUS EN ÁVILA
VIVIENDA PASSIVHAUS EN ÁVILA
Álvaro Viera | FOTOGRAFÍA DE ARQUITECTURAÁlvaro Viera | FOTOGRAFÍA DE ARQUITECTURA
ALVARO VIERA
Inspiration for a small scandi patio in Other.

Affordable Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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