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Affordable Small Patio Ideas and Designs

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Privacy Plantings in a small space
Privacy Plantings in a small space
Plan-it Earth DesignPlan-it Earth Design
tall plants surround a mixed media patio of flagstone, cut and upcycled concrete, and favorite rocks from the client's collection. Welded steel artwork by Indio Metal Arts Installation by J Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Janet Loughrey
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
Brooklyn backyard patio design in Prospect Heights for a young, professional couple who loves to both entertain and relax! This space includes a West Elm outdoor sectional and round concrete outdoor coffee table.
Outdoor Kitchen Starkey Ranch Trinity
Outdoor Kitchen Starkey Ranch Trinity
Stone Outdoor KitchensStone Outdoor Kitchens
Outdoor Kitchen in Trinity FL. Featuring steel gray granite 3 cm, 304 steel Zline 760 cfm hood, Bull Steer Premium Grill, 304 steel sink with faucet, Bull standard fridge, Bull access doors, natural dry stacked stone (Golden Honey) siding with accent stone veneer wall.
Loggia
Loggia
IH StudioIH Studio
Siège suspendu pour moment de détente, coussins en Wax, lampe Fermob
This is an example of a small bohemian patio in Paris with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Modernist Courtyard
Modernist Courtyard
terraneo landscape designterraneo landscape design
Looking back towards the interior of the terrace we can see how the overall design works with the clients exisitng furnishings and style.
This is an example of a small midcentury courtyard patio in Sydney with natural stone paving and no cover.
A frame patio cover
A frame patio cover
BuildometryBuildometry
Photo of a small rustic back patio in Dallas with concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Rustic Peastone Patio & Garden - World's End, Hingham
Rustic Peastone Patio & Garden - World's End, Hingham
UserUser
The goal of this landscape design and build project was to create a simple patio using peastone with a granite cobble edging. The patio sits adjacent to the residence and is bordered by lawn, vegetable garden beds, and a cairn rock water feature. Designed and built by Skyline Landscapes, LLC.
Newport Beach Front Yard Patio Remodel
Newport Beach Front Yard Patio Remodel
System PaversSystem Pavers
This remodel includes a new paver patio, paver walkway, custom paver wall pillars, a fire pit and new landscape design.
This is an example of a small traditional front patio in Orange County with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Garden landscaping in Twickenham
Garden landscaping in Twickenham
Positive Garden LtdPositive Garden Ltd
Garden landscaping in Twickenham. Stone: Indian Mint Sandstone (riven) from London Stone Bricks: Reclaimed London yellow stock Fence: Jackson's featherboard fencing Raised bed, low retaining wall, and a bench: green oak untreated sleepers Corten steel planters Irrigation system and led Hunza copper spike lights Positive Garden Ltd
Rooftop Gardens and Urban Farming
Rooftop Gardens and Urban Farming
Native Sun GardensNative Sun Gardens
San Francisco Rooftop Urban Garden. Photo Cred: Joshua Thayer
Photo of a small modern courtyard patio in San Francisco with decking, a roof extension and a living wall.
San Vicente Ferrer
San Vicente Ferrer
INFINISKIINFINISKI
Matías Pérez Illeras
Photo of a small farmhouse courtyard patio in Madrid with no cover and a potted garden.
House 2022
House 2022
House of OriginHouse of Origin
New indoor/outdoor space, opening onto kitchen. Fiona Susanto
Design ideas for a small contemporary courtyard patio in Sydney with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Contemporary Patio
Contemporary Patio
Photo of a small contemporary patio in London.
Outdoor Fireplace and Patio
Outdoor Fireplace and Patio
Eisler LandscapesEisler Landscapes
The exposed aggregate patio provides a seating area and features an unit masonry fireplace and outdoor kitchen.
Small contemporary back patio in Other with a fire feature and concrete slabs.
Shade Sails
Shade Sails
Smart Shade Solutions Inc.Smart Shade Solutions Inc.
Shading the Tropical Patio
Design ideas for a small world-inspired back patio in Miami with an awning.
Une maison en Bourgogne
Une maison en Bourgogne
ATELIER FBATELIER FB
© Arnaud RINUCCINI
Photo of a small farmhouse courtyard patio in Dijon with no cover, concrete slabs and a bbq area.
Lively Planted Border with Custom COR-TEN Pots
Lively Planted Border with Custom COR-TEN Pots
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Custom designed COR-TEN pots sit in a planted border of Sedum 'Coral Reef', Dianthus 'Firewitch', and Fragaria chiloensis (Beach Strawberry).
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard patio in Other with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Atlantic Beach, Fl
Atlantic Beach, Fl
Cynthia Burns Landscape DesignCynthia Burns Landscape Design
Photo by Celeste Burns Photography
Design ideas for a small coastal back patio in Jacksonville with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Sunken Patio
Sunken Patio
Kane Landscapes IncKane Landscapes Inc
Walk out basement doors lead to sunken paver patio, creating additional outdoor space to relax and enjoy. Retaining walls double as extra seating for guests. *Photographs by Herbert Studios
Outdoor Fireplace
Outdoor Fireplace
Daco StoneDaco Stone
36" OUTDOOR FIREPLACE KIT (overall total height is 8 feet or customize to be taller or wider. Smaller fireplaces available starting at $2850. READY TO ASSEMBLE) Free Shipping to AL, GA, TN, SC!! Call for shipping prices outside of the Southeast. Install options available in GA. Take the party outside with this beautiful stone fireplace kit. Do it yourself or have us install it. Delivery options available Includes: Firebox, Throat, 3 Chimney sections (6" each section), 8" block risers, Natural Stone Hearth pieces, Firebrick, Fire Mortar, Type' S' High Strength Premixed Mortar, 100% Natural Real-Cut Stone Veneer with pre-cut corners, and Stone Mantle. (Footer not included) Daco Stone 770-222-2425

Affordable Small 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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