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Eclectic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Pergolas - Spend Summer In The Shade
Pergolas - Spend Summer In The Shade
Garden Of Eva Landscape Design GroupGarden Of Eva Landscape Design Group
Turning a boring backyard into a Spanish courtyard.
This is an example of a bohemian patio in Los Angeles.
Mountain Cabin
Mountain Cabin
Confluence ArchitectureConfluence Architecture
Exterior sun shade and patio
Inspiration for a bohemian front patio in Denver with a pergola and natural stone paving.
Eclectic Patio
Eclectic Patio
Bohemian back patio in Orange County with no cover and concrete slabs.
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Wicked Shade Projects
Wicked Shade Projects
Wicked Shade, Inc.Wicked Shade, Inc.
Wicked Shade, Inc. Shade Sails
Bohemian patio in Salt Lake City.
Dining
Dining
Jacobs Grant Design ltdJacobs Grant Design ltd
Inspiration for a bohemian patio in Columbus.
Pasadena Estate, California
Pasadena Estate, California
The Troop GroupThe Troop Group
Poolside Cabana Photography by MPKelley.com
Inspiration for a small bohemian back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Fire Defensive Hedge and Patio
Fire Defensive Hedge and Patio
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
While most trees are fire defensive, Eucalyptus trees like these are an exception. Similarly, a second structure on the property poses proximate fire danger to the home. The Catalina Cherry hedge serves as a barrier to embers that may be generated by either ignite, and the patio offers ample, safe space for fire fighters to work. As outdoor comforts are often flammable, the owners store the cushions on the dining chairs when they are not in use.
Backyard Renovation
Backyard Renovation
Braverman DesignBraverman Design
What used to be a mud pit was turned into a beautiful patio space for living and entertaining
Eclectic back patio in Raleigh with brick paving and a pergola.
Dallas Covered Patio With Outdoor Fireplace and More!
Dallas Covered Patio With Outdoor Fireplace and More!
Archadeck of Northeast DallasArchadeck of Northeast Dallas
This backyard escape had an existing natural flagstone patio, under cover of a cedar pergola. We perfectly matched the existing flagstone, and seamlessly extended the patio to accommodate a new outdoor fireplace and better use of the space overall. The extension begins at the pergola’s support post – with no line of demarcation or evidence of new versus existing materials!
Flagstone Patio in Planting Courtyard
Flagstone Patio in Planting Courtyard
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
Sitting inside a courtyard filled with dense, colorful plantings, this flagstone patio is a perfect outdoor space.
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian courtyard patio in Denver with a potted garden, natural stone paving and no cover.
Terraces, decking and paths
Terraces, decking and paths
Amy Hannigan Garden DesignAmy Hannigan Garden Design
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in Surrey.
LANCASTER RESIDENCE
LANCASTER RESIDENCE
FineLines Design StudioFineLines Design Studio
Michael Hunter
Design ideas for a bohemian side patio in Dallas with a potted garden, stamped concrete and a roof extension.
Coronado Charmer
Coronado Charmer
Torrey Pines Landscape Co., IncTorrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc
The hard-scape pattern of the rectangle of slate tiles create a 'room' designated for this outdoor kitchen photo-Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc
Medium sized bohemian back patio in San Diego with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
The Recycled House - Bedford, WA
The Recycled House - Bedford, WA
Etica StudioEtica Studio
Inspiration for a bohemian courtyard patio in Perth with no cover.
My Houzz: A Musical Couple's Home Strikes a Personal Chord
My Houzz: A Musical Couple's Home Strikes a Personal Chord
Kimberley BryanKimberley Bryan
Photo: Kimberley Bryan © 2013 Houzz
This is an example of a bohemian patio in Seattle with no cover and fencing.
Landscapes
Landscapes
Garden View Landscape and PoolsGarden View Landscape and Pools
Inspiration for a large bohemian back patio in Los Angeles with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
My Houzz: An Architect’s 1901 Home in Pennsylvania
My Houzz: An Architect’s 1901 Home in Pennsylvania
Colleen BrettColleen Brett
Colleen Steixner © 2012 Houzz
Inspiration for an eclectic patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature.
Cathy Carr, APLD
Cathy Carr, APLD
GreenHeart, LLCGreenHeart, LLC
Note the low mound of quartz in the rear corner. A water feature was made by drilling into the native Quartz boulder. Birds and frogs love the moisture and the homeowners love the trickling sounds. DESIGN: Cathy Carr, APLD Photo and installation by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.
Pool house - cuisine extrérieure
Pool house - cuisine extrérieure
DUNE décorationDUNE décoration
Elsa Grambert
Photo of an eclectic patio in Lyon.

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.
Goa Vacation Home
Goa Vacation Home
Shabnam GuptaShabnam Gupta
© The Orange Lane
Bohemian patio in Mumbai.
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