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Eclectic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Eclectic Patio
Eclectic Patio
This is an example of a bohemian patio in New Orleans with tiled flooring and a gazebo.
Midcentury Moroccan Loft Patio Courtyard | Kimball Starr Interior Design
Midcentury Moroccan Loft Patio Courtyard | Kimball Starr Interior Design
Kimball Starr Interior DesignKimball Starr Interior Design
Compact outdoor patio continues the Moroccan theme with a water feature and patterned tile backsplash. An outdoor rug provides comfort underfoot, while a colorful bench and chairs provide seating, along with a grey table. Contemporary wall lighting provides subtle way-finding. Potted and wall-hanging plants abound, with rust-colored stone pavers underfoot. Wood lattice fencing provides privacy from the neighbors who might be envious of this little slice of heaven.
Riviera, Santa Barbara, Outdoor Shower
Riviera, Santa Barbara, Outdoor Shower
Dennis Thompson ArchitectDennis Thompson Architect
Jim Bartsch - Photographer
Design ideas for a bohemian patio in Santa Barbara with an outdoor shower and decking.
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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.
Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
This is southern yellow pine at its finest! 1 inch copper pipe! 4 x 6 beams! Interlocking 2 x 6 boards! End result customer was astonished! This pergola was constructed using methods never used today except by me. All of the intersecting joints use mortise and tenon joinery. All of the copper pipes are recessed into holes. Some of the mortise and tenon joints are double bypass. That of course probably doesn't mean much to the average reader. But if you are a woodworker you know exactly what I'm talking about and you understand the difficulty of assembly. I also challenged myself on this one by constructing it from some very simple drawings and no real plans. It was all done in my head! If you think that I'm bragging it's only because I am!
Hollywood Hills
Hollywood Hills
UserUser
Inspiration for a large eclectic front patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and no cover.
Casa Wise
Casa Wise
Bonnie McCarthyBonnie McCarthy
Photo: Bonnie McCarthy © 2015 Houzz
Photo of a bohemian patio in Los Angeles.
Cottage Renovation
Cottage Renovation
Sean Papich Landscape ArchitectureSean Papich Landscape Architecture
Photo of a bohemian patio in Boston.
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.
Wilshire
Wilshire
Daniel Hruby ArchitectsDaniel Hruby Architects
Photo of a small bohemian back patio in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
This small space between the garage and main house has been turned into a functional and attractive outdoor kitchen. Just steps from the kitchen, the built-in grill and counter provides a great space for those summer cook outs and entertaining. Harold Leidner Landscape Architects.
Evening Garden in Wicker Park
Evening Garden in Wicker Park
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
Roof garden shade cabana, custom cushions, landscape lighting and party lights Photos: Peter Hurley Art
Medium sized eclectic patio in Chicago with a fire feature, decking and a gazebo.
Noe Valley Renovation, back yard
Noe Valley Renovation, back yard
Michael Mullin ArchitectMichael Mullin Architect
Door leads from expanded kitchen out to patio. Landscaping steps down on right to admit sunlight into the new master suite on the lower level. Limestone seating and paving outside relates to limestone counters and backsplash inside.
Georgetown Cottage | glamour meets tradition
Georgetown Cottage | glamour meets tradition
Huntley & Co. Interior DesignHuntley & Co. Interior Design
Kevin Allen Photography
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in DC Metro.
Ranelagh Residence
Ranelagh Residence
Kingston Lafferty DesignKingston Lafferty Design
Tiered landscape design. Photos by Donal Murphy
Inspiration for a bohemian back patio in Dublin with brick paving and no cover.
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.
3 Palms - Outdoor Shower & Bathtub
3 Palms - Outdoor Shower & Bathtub
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Midcentury Modern Retreat - Outdoor Master Bathroom
Photo of a medium sized eclectic patio in Phoenix with an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
What is this a pergola or is it a arbor? The proper name for this is a colonnade arbor.
Small eclectic back patio in Minneapolis with brick paving and a pergola.
Mokena Front Landscape
Mokena Front Landscape
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
Container plantings, a teak bench and an assortment of perennials coalesce to bring the front entry on this home to life. Landscape design by John Algozzini

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.
Fairmount Townhouse
Fairmount Townhouse
Kaminski + PewKaminski + Pew
A custom cedar slat fence with built-in planter and gravel base transformed this concrete backyard into an urban oasis.
Design ideas for a small bohemian back patio in Philadelphia with gravel and no cover.
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