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Eclectic Patio with Decking Ideas and Designs

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Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon Composite Decking
Fiberon DeckingFiberon Decking
Built by Texas Custom Patios www.texascustom patios.com using Fiberon composite decking for flooring, and stairs
Photo of a medium sized bohemian patio in Charlotte with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.
Glynallyn Terrace
Glynallyn Terrace
Susan Cohan GardensSusan Cohan Gardens
The cocktail nook on a small rooftop terrace. Recycled and new materials are used freely to create a vibrant and fun space.
This is an example of a small bohemian patio in New York with a living wall, decking and no cover.
Mood Boards
Mood Boards
Whitken & Co.Whitken & Co.
Photo of a bohemian back patio in Other with decking and no cover.
Skyline Terrace
Skyline Terrace
Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.Chicago Specialty Gardens, Inc.
Stunning views to downtown Chicago in a rooftop lounge setting. Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian patio in Chicago with decking.
Fish Bowl
Fish Bowl
Salt + Dirt | Outside DesignSalt + Dirt | Outside Design
Dark gray stain cools and soothes the space, making plants and details pop. The fence becomes more of a backdrop that recedes, not so much a utilitarian wooden "thing" separating backyards. The Clients then took that element of gray and carried it into furnishings to unify the space. Photo, Gigi
The Treehouse Renovation
The Treehouse Renovation
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a large eclectic back patio in Other with a fire feature, decking and no cover.
House GP
House GP
meik architecture + designmeik architecture + design
Deandra Farniha
Inspiration for a bohemian front patio in Other with decking and a roof extension.
Hollyridge Dr.
Hollyridge Dr.
Jared Frank StudioJared Frank Studio
Shot by Ryan Schude
Inspiration for a small bohemian back patio in Los Angeles with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
El patio de mi casa
El patio de mi casa
Decora y vende. Interiorismo y decoraciónDecora y vende. Interiorismo y decoración
fresneda & zamora arquitectura y diseño Ángelo Photography
This is an example of a bohemian courtyard patio in Other with a potted garden and decking.
New Loft, Roof Terrace and Refurbishment: Roof terrace
New Loft, Roof Terrace and Refurbishment: Roof terrace
Deon Lombard ArchitectsDeon Lombard Architects
New roof terrace overlooking Marble Hill Park, accessed from loft area. Photographer: Rhodri Williams
Small bohemian patio in London with decking and no cover.
Outdoor Living 1
Outdoor Living 1
UserUser
The color of the stacked stone and the glass tile brought some much needed calm while pulling the interior to the exterior space.
Small bohemian back patio in Houston with a fire feature, decking and no cover.
Outdoor Kitchen: Norwell
Outdoor Kitchen: Norwell
Good Life New EnglandGood Life New England
Photo of a large bohemian back patio in Boston with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
The Cloud
The Cloud
Alida And MillerAlida And Miller
Photo of an eclectic back patio in Other with decking and an awning.
Beacon Hill Transformed
Beacon Hill Transformed
Lisa Davis InteriorsLisa Davis Interiors
A reindeer pelt adds a cozy touch to the roof deck
Design ideas for a bohemian patio in Boston with decking and no cover.
Natural Boho
Natural Boho
Kimberley Kay InteriorsKimberley Kay Interiors
Roof top dining + lounging up here while the sun shines.
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian back patio in San Francisco with decking and no cover.
Grand View Fire Pit Table
Grand View Fire Pit Table
Cooke FurnitureCooke Furniture
Grand View dinning height fire pit table shown with a hand patina copper base, Verde Fire granite top, glass wind screen and forced air heating vents(the 4 slots under the top)
Carpentry Projects
Carpentry Projects
PermaScapes Unlimited IncPermaScapes Unlimited Inc
Large eclectic back patio in Denver with decking and a roof extension.
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2015
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2015
LimeTree AlfrescoLimeTree Alfresco
Josephine Ball
This is an example of an eclectic courtyard patio in Melbourne with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
Stephanie's Backyard
Stephanie's Backyard
EDIT Design Inc.EDIT Design Inc.
Deck
Medium sized eclectic back patio in Toronto with an outdoor kitchen, decking and a gazebo.
The Treehouse Renovation
The Treehouse Renovation
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a large bohemian back patio in Other with a fire feature, decking and no cover.

Eclectic Patio with Decking 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.
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