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Eclectic Patio with No Cover Ideas and Designs

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A Coordination of Inlays
A Coordination of Inlays
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Medium sized bohemian back patio in Richmond with a vegetable patch, concrete paving and no cover.
The most nomadic Golden Girl of Chelsea
The most nomadic Golden Girl of Chelsea
Irra AriellaIrra Ariella
Photo: Irra Ariella Khi © 2014 Houzz
Bohemian back patio in London with natural stone paving and no cover.
Sands Lane Waterfront Residence. Camano Island WA
Sands Lane Waterfront Residence. Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Waterside Patio.
Photo of a large eclectic back patio in Seattle with concrete slabs and no cover.
Mid-Century Inspired Home
Mid-Century Inspired Home
Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Mission Meeting Hall
Mission Meeting Hall
Kristin Riccio Interior DesignKristin Riccio Interior Design
Clinton Perry Photography
Medium sized eclectic patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Colorful Outdoor Furniture
Colorful Outdoor Furniture
California Home + DesignCalifornia Home + Design
This open backyard is made into the perfect space for a party thanks to multicolored ottomans. Photo By: John Ellis for California Home + Design
Inspiration for an eclectic patio in San Francisco with no cover.
Bohemian Eclectic Backyard in The Hills
Bohemian Eclectic Backyard in The Hills
Jared Frank StudioJared Frank Studio
Landscape, hardscape and furniture selection by Topsy Design. We are a full service studio that can transform the inside and outside of your home.
Photo of a medium sized bohemian back patio in Los Angeles with natural stone paving and no cover.
The Garden Gallery
The Garden Gallery
Cool Gardens Landscape Associates – CGLACool Gardens Landscape Associates – CGLA
Bohemian patio in London with no cover.
Lombardi Garden
Lombardi Garden
groundworks studiogroundworks studio
Landscape Architecture: groundworks studio Photography: MIdwood Hill
This is an example of a bohemian patio in Charlotte with gravel and no cover.
Rustic Fire Pit - Milwaukee, WI
Rustic Fire Pit - Milwaukee, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Fire pit patio surrounded by ornamental grasses and perennials. Westhauser Photography
Medium sized bohemian back patio in Milwaukee with a fire feature, brick paving and no cover.
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2015
Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show 2015
LimeTree AlfrescoLimeTree Alfresco
Josephine Ball
Photo of an eclectic courtyard patio in Melbourne with an outdoor kitchen, decking and no cover.
My Garden
My Garden
Gardens by Jeffrey BaleGardens by Jeffrey Bale
Jeffrey Bale
Inspiration for an eclectic patio in Portland with gravel and no cover.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
Located in Monument, this stamped concrete patio is brought to life with its colors and textures. The natural gas fire pit, constructed of manufactured block, provides convenient, year round enjoyment. Photo by Roger Haywood
My Houzz: A Dutch Home's Gorgeous Vintage Style
My Houzz: A Dutch Home's Gorgeous Vintage Style
Margot Hartford PhotographyMargot Hartford Photography
Photo: Margot Hartford Photography © 2015 Houzz
Photo of a bohemian patio in Amsterdam with a potted garden and no cover.
Courtyard oasis
Courtyard oasis
Seagreen Lawns IncSeagreen Lawns Inc
This small space is transformed into a garden oasis so you can forget the daily grind, enjoy a glass wine while being surrounded by the beauty of nature
Carlsbad Hacienda Chic
Carlsbad Hacienda Chic
Astleford Interiors, Inc.Astleford Interiors, Inc.
Photographer: Dan Piassick Photo Designer: Astleford Interiors
Photo of a bohemian patio in San Diego with a water feature and no cover.
Terrasse
Terrasse
IH StudioIH Studio
Mobilier de jardin turquoise, crépi blanc et tuyaux et gouttières noir
This is an example of a small eclectic patio in Paris with gravel and no cover.
Atlanta Pool, Patio and Fire Pit Area
Atlanta Pool, Patio and Fire Pit Area
authenTEAK Outdoor LivingauthenTEAK Outdoor Living
Adirondack chairs and teak stools by Gloster. Fire pit by Fire Pit Art. All available at AuthenTEAK.
This is an example of a medium sized eclectic back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Shoreline Sustainable Landscaping
Shoreline Sustainable Landscaping
Petro Design/Build GroupPetro Design/Build Group
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian back patio in DC Metro with natural stone paving and no cover.
WHAT architecture - Beirutful House
WHAT architecture - Beirutful House
WHAT_architectureWHAT_architecture
The house features a number of innovations and bespoke details like the deer head Trophee light and ‘Beirutiful Circle’ hand-made tiles designed by WHAT_architecture and made by Al Andalous, Morocco

Eclectic Patio with No Cover 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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