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Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
This pergola is located out in a fruit orchard. please note the almost black looking trellising. It is aged copper pipe. This copper today is a very beautiful green toned copper oxide.
Zen Retreat - Choice Wood Company
Zen Retreat - Choice Wood Company
PK Atkins PhotographyPK Atkins Photography
Photo: Peter Atkins Architect / Builder: Choice Wood Company
Eclectic patio in Minneapolis.
Tiny Patio
Tiny Patio
Garcia Architects Inc.Garcia Architects Inc.
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in Santa Barbara.
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Sanborn Residence
Sanborn Residence
Vidal Design CollaborativeVidal Design Collaborative
Photo by Marcia Prentice
Inspiration for a bohemian patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and no cover.
Backyard Retreat
Backyard Retreat
ALL DesignALL Design
Sequined Asphault Studio Photography
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in New York.
We add Fire, Water and Light!
We add Fire, Water and Light!
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Inspiration for a bohemian patio in Seattle.
Gary Kernick/Change of Seasons
Gary Kernick/Change of Seasons
Change of Seasons - Gary KernickChange of Seasons - Gary Kernick
This is a garden that doesn't take itself too seriously. A place to unwind and watch the seasons change.
Inspiration for a bohemian back patio in Sacramento with natural stone paving.
My Houzz: Eclectic, Artistic Rented House in Ojai
My Houzz: Eclectic, Artistic Rented House in Ojai
Shannon MaloneShannon Malone
Shannon Malone © 2012 Houzz
Photo of an eclectic patio in Santa Barbara with no cover.
Mill Valley Redwoods House
Mill Valley Redwoods House
Noz DesignNoz Design
Inspiration for a bohemian back patio in San Francisco with natural stone paving and a pergola.
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.
REHABILITACIÓN Y RESTAURACIÓN STA MARÍA DE LA ASUNCIÓN
REHABILITACIÓN Y RESTAURACIÓN STA MARÍA DE LA ASUNCIÓN
DLEYVA arquitecturaDLEYVA arquitectura
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in Seville.
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
Ice Interior Design LLCIce Interior Design LLC
Design ideas for a bohemian patio in Austin with a roof extension and a bbq area.
Chelsea piede-à-terre
Chelsea piede-à-terre
Lorla StudioLorla Studio
Photo of a small eclectic courtyard patio in New York.
Hacienda Ranch
Hacienda Ranch
Astleford Interiors, Inc.Astleford Interiors, Inc.
Open concept home built for entertaining, Spanish inspired colors & details, known as the Hacienda Chic style from Interior Designer Ashley Astleford, ASID, TBAE, BPN Photography: Dan Piassick of PiassickPhoto
Eclectic retrospective
Eclectic retrospective
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
Pergolas to say the least are only limited by my imagination.
Design ideas for a small eclectic side patio in Minneapolis with brick paving and a pergola.
Tanglewild
Tanglewild
Twist Tours Real Estate and Portfolio MarketingTwist Tours Real Estate and Portfolio Marketing
Allison Cartwright
Bohemian patio in Austin with a roof extension.
Small Front Yards
Small Front Yards
Pat Bernard DesignPat Bernard Design
Painted white picket fence. Belden clay brick pavers. A small drainage area to also be used by the 4 legged resident. Photo by Pat Bernard
Design ideas for a small eclectic patio in Chicago.
Cureton Residence
Cureton Residence
TG&R Landscape GroupTG&R Landscape Group
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in Charlotte with a pergola.
manhattan beach - outdoor patio
manhattan beach - outdoor patio
Sandy KoepkeSandy Koepke
Design ideas for an eclectic patio in Los Angeles.

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.
Whimages
Whimages
WhimagesWhimages
Photo of a bohemian patio in Baltimore.
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