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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.
Mesquite Tree Planter
Mesquite Tree Planter
California Eco Design, Inc.California Eco Design, Inc.
A mesquite tree with sesleria grass
Design ideas for an eclectic courtyard patio in Los Angeles with concrete slabs.
Jardin
Jardin
IH StudioIH Studio
Mur bleu esprit "Majorelle", coussins wax, cage à oiseaux
Inspiration for a small eclectic patio in Paris with gravel and no cover.
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Santa Monica Eclectic
Santa Monica Eclectic
Meridith Baer HomeMeridith Baer Home
Staged for Michael McCraine, Compass Photos by Cater Photography
Design ideas for a bohemian patio in Los Angeles.
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
Moncraft Wall ArtMoncraft Wall Art
Artificial Vertical garden , all purchased from Kmart and hanged up with wooden panels
Eclectic patio in Melbourne.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Gwenn DubourthoumieuGwenn Dubourthoumieu
Inspiration for a small eclectic back patio in Paris with 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.
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.
Atlanta Pool, Patio and Fire Pit Area
Atlanta Pool, Patio and Fire Pit Area
authenTEAK Outdoor LivingauthenTEAK Outdoor Living
Magnum CorTen steel fire pit by Fire Pit Art. Teak Adirondacks and stools by Gloster.
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
SUBURRA
SUBURRA
MOB ARCHITECTSMOB ARCHITECTS
Inspiration for a bohemian side patio in Rome with a potted garden, tiled flooring and a pergola.
Music Studio
Music Studio
UserUser
Photo of a medium sized eclectic courtyard patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Doheny
Doheny
Bonura Building Inc.Bonura Building Inc.
Photo of an eclectic patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and no cover.
Garden Ornament & Accessories by Barnes Walker Landscape Architecture Manchester
Garden Ornament & Accessories by Barnes Walker Landscape Architecture Manchester
Barnes Walker Ltd - Landscape ArchitectsBarnes Walker Ltd - Landscape Architects
Barnes Walker Ltd
Design ideas for a bohemian patio in Cheshire with a fireplace.
The Garden Gallery
The Garden Gallery
Cool Gardens Landscape Associates – CGLACool Gardens Landscape Associates – CGLA
Bohemian patio in London with no cover.
Curved Fieldstone Patio and Walkway
Curved Fieldstone Patio and Walkway
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
Landscaping stones line the walkway from the garage to the house in this Great Falls backyard. Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a large eclectic back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving and no cover.
House for Two Architects
House for Two Architects
House + House ArchitectsHouse + House Architects
Steven & Cathi House
Photo of a medium sized eclectic courtyard patio with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Living Patios
Living Patios
Alford's English Gardens IncAlford's English Gardens Inc
A lovely space to sit outside and share a meal! This informal living patio uses Flagstone and Marathon II. Photo by Kathy Alford
Bohemian patio in Los Angeles.
Meadow Peak
Meadow Peak
Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.
This design and build project included a full backyard and side yard. The clients spent most of their time outdoors, but especially enjoyed use of their deck, so this was an important item to integrate into the design. ‘Meadow Peak’ was designed to be a retreat, eliminating the hassle of driving up north. We wanted to create a space that was functional for their family and could keep them entertained for many summers to come. Retaining walls and patio spaces were constructed around large existing trees to maintain shade and privacy, the firepit lounge area, tucked beneath them. Turf areas help to break up the interlock and are a fun feature to practice your putting. Most importantly, upgrading their deck to a new larger composite deck with a dining pergola, allows them to continue to entertain outdoors on those hot summer days.
Minneapolis Residence
Minneapolis Residence
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
Inspiration for a bohemian patio in Minneapolis.

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
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.
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