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Affordable Shabby-Chic Style Patio Ideas and Designs

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Home in Provence
Home in Provence
Tongue in Cheek AntiquesTongue in Cheek Antiques
In Provence in the south of France, Jean Bernard and Nathalie Masset have created a terrace to marry well with their seventeen century home. The Massets have added accentuating details that might go unnoticed to the eye because they correspond beautifully with the surroundings. Note the railroad tie border around the terrace, and the old cut stones around the tree.
Apartment Outdoor area
Apartment Outdoor area
Metro Steel ServicesMetro Steel Services
Photo of a large vintage courtyard patio in Perth with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Colonial Residence
Colonial Residence
LKM Mowing & LandscapingLKM Mowing & Landscaping
Design ideas for a medium sized vintage back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
Porch
Porch
Gray Staging and DesignGray Staging and Design
Photo of a medium sized romantic patio in Indianapolis.
Inner city urban gardening spaces
Inner city urban gardening spaces
GlowpearGlowpear
Shabby herb garden enclave. Photo by Glowpearians
Design ideas for a medium sized romantic courtyard patio in Melbourne with a potted garden, decking and a roof extension.
Cottage Lounge Area w/ Vintage Furniture
Cottage Lounge Area w/ Vintage Furniture
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
Medium sized shabby-chic style front patio in Orange County with decking and a pergola.
Large Prairie Village Project
Large Prairie Village Project
Kansas City HardscapesKansas City Hardscapes
Check out this fun project we did in Prairie Village, KS! With the natural stone patio, covered grill and bar, pergola, and pergola this project has it all! Head on over to our website to view more of this project and others like it!
Terrasse Paris Pantheon
Terrasse Paris Pantheon
Jardins IntemporelsJardins Intemporels
Suzanne Meijer
Inspiration for a medium sized vintage patio in Paris.
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Decorating Den Interiors - Joyce's TeamDecorating Den Interiors - Joyce's Team
Inspiration for a medium sized romantic back patio in Charleston with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Cottage garden
Cottage garden
Living InteriorsLiving Interiors
A magical setting for all seasons a pretty cottage garden & dramatic forest views creates a fairytale reality.
This is an example of a medium sized vintage front patio in San Francisco.
Colonial Residence
Colonial Residence
LKM Mowing & LandscapingLKM Mowing & Landscaping
Photo of a medium sized vintage back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Living Space
Outdoor Living Space
Decorating Den Interiors - Joyce's TeamDecorating Den Interiors - Joyce's Team
Inspiration for a medium sized vintage courtyard patio in Charleston with natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Apartment Outdoor area
Apartment Outdoor area
Metro Steel ServicesMetro Steel Services
Shabby-chic style courtyard patio in Perth with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Arial Structure Pergola, Pavers, Oasis
Arial Structure Pergola, Pavers, Oasis
Waterloo Outdoor Design BuildWaterloo Outdoor Design Build
This client installed a pool on a very small lot. They also had the good fortune to purchase a steel areal structure that their daughter used three times. It could easily be an eyesore; however, we turned this into a whimsical, cozy inviting space. Permeable pavers were used to address impervious cover requirements and the lush green, drought tolerant plant pallet gives a nod to a New Orleans vibe.
Terrasse Paris Pantheon
Terrasse Paris Pantheon
Jardins IntemporelsJardins Intemporels
Suzanne Meijer
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style patio in Paris.
Large Prairie Village Project
Large Prairie Village Project
Kansas City HardscapesKansas City Hardscapes
Check out this fun project we did in Prairie Village, KS! With the natural stone patio, covered grill and bar, pergola, and pergola this project has it all! Head on over to our website to view more of this project and others like it!
Riad
Riad
Hicham DardaneHicham Dardane
This is an example of a medium sized shabby-chic style patio in Other.
Paver Patios
Paver Patios
Kingdom LandscapingKingdom Landscaping
Inspiration for a medium sized romantic back patio in Baltimore with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Backyard Beautification
Backyard Beautification
ReNEWell SpaceReNEWell Space
The Mrs. wanted to beautify their darling Cottages backyard in swift turnkey time for the 1 yo birthday party. Inspired by Whitney Lee Morris, we casually, yet tastefully lit and draped the patio with macrame, votives, plants, a light geometric print rug and plush textiles accent locally handmade benches flanking a central conversation table.
KATY POOL, SPA, PATIO
KATY POOL, SPA, PATIO
UrbanpoolbuilderUrbanpoolbuilder
Architectural Photography Group
Medium sized romantic back patio in Houston with a roof extension.

Affordable Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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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