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Eclectic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Wild at Heart
Wild at Heart
STEM Landscape Architecture & DesignSTEM Landscape Architecture & Design
Brent wilson photography (image 1)
Inspiration for an eclectic patio in Melbourne with decking and a gazebo.
The Menagerie | Decomposed Granite Patio
The Menagerie | Decomposed Granite Patio
TwistleafTwistleaf
Photo by Brittany Dawn Short
This is an example of an eclectic patio in Austin with decomposed granite.
Eclectic Patio
Eclectic Patio
This is an example of a bohemian patio in New Orleans with tiled flooring and a gazebo.
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A Coordination of Inlays
A Coordination of Inlays
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Photo of a medium sized eclectic back patio in Richmond with a vegetable patch, concrete paving and no cover.
Eclectic Patio
Eclectic Patio
monicatostes.co.ukmonicatostes.co.uk
Photo of a bohemian patio in London.
FW Magazine Dream Home Summer '19
FW Magazine Dream Home Summer '19
J & V PaintingJ & V Painting
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian back patio in Dallas with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
3-Season Room/Patio/Hardscape/Fire Pit Combination in Dublin, OH
3-Season Room/Patio/Hardscape/Fire Pit Combination in Dublin, OH
Archadeck - ColumbusArchadeck - Columbus
We love the combination of paver colors the clients selected for their Unilock patio and hardscape. The field of the patio features Unilock’s Beacon Hill Flagstone pavers in the platinum color, and the darker soldier course features Unilock’s Series 3000 pavers in black granite. We built the outer edge of the patio with Unilock’s Ledgestone.
My Houzz: 1970s-Inspired Bohemian Style in East Nashville
My Houzz: 1970s-Inspired Bohemian Style in East Nashville
Caroline SharpnackCaroline Sharpnack
Photo: Caroline Sharpnack © 2017 Houzz
Photo of a bohemian patio in Nashville.
Private Residence II
Private Residence II
Scott Landon – Modern Antique StoreScott Landon – Modern Antique Store
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian back patio in Vancouver with a potted garden and no cover.
Eclectic Mediterranean Estate
Eclectic Mediterranean Estate
The Accidental DecoratorThe Accidental Decorator
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian side patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and an awning.
Eclectic Modern Appeal
Eclectic Modern Appeal
Stonewater Architecture & Interior DesignStonewater Architecture & Interior Design
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian back patio in New York with stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Houzzbesuch Cynthia Barcomi
Houzzbesuch Cynthia Barcomi
HEJM - InterieurfotografieHEJM - Interieurfotografie
Foto: HEJM © 2015 Houzz
Photo of an eclectic patio in Berlin.
Paddington - Courtyard II
Paddington - Courtyard II
The Small GardenThe Small Garden
www.thesmallgarden.com.au
Photo of a bohemian back patio in Brisbane with fencing.
Laser cut metal PERGOLAS
Laser cut metal PERGOLAS
EntanglementsEntanglements
laser cut privacy screening conversion into a decorative pergola roof. Metal panelling and framing structure by Entanglements metal art
Large eclectic back patio in Melbourne with a gazebo.
LANCASTER RESIDENCE
LANCASTER RESIDENCE
FineLines Design StudioFineLines Design Studio
Michael Hunter
Photo of a small eclectic side patio in Dallas with a potted garden, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Art House
Art House
Calista Chandler PhotographyCalista Chandler Photography
Calista Chandler Photography
This is an example of a bohemian back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a bbq area.
Backyard Bath House
Backyard Bath House
swelldoneswelldone
After a lilac tree died and left a hole in the southwest corner of our back yard, we briefly entertained the idea of adding an expensive hot tub. After coming across this great clawfoot tub at a local salvage store for $100, I conceived this three-season bathhouse instead. A plumber installed a hot water bibb on the side of the house and a concealed, heavy duty hot water hose supplies water to the tub. A bamboo privacy screen can be lowered in the front and a vintage lye soap box is transformed into an ambient light fixture for atmospheric night soaking. Towel hooks, river rock and a simple cedar deck complete the spa-like experience. Photo, design and construction by Sloan Schang
Bluestone Patio (Ashlar Pattern)
Bluestone Patio (Ashlar Pattern)
Pistils Landscape Design + BuildPistils Landscape Design + Build
This bluestone 'square + rec' patio extends the living space out into the landscape. Designed and installed by Pistils Landscape Design + Build.
Design ideas for a bohemian patio in Portland.
Biltmore Park
Biltmore Park
Daryl S. Rantis ArchitectDaryl S. Rantis Architect
Jay Weiland Photographer
Bohemian patio in Portland.

Eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
Photo of an eclectic patio in Dallas.
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