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Large World-Inspired Patio Ideas and Designs

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Photo of a large world-inspired patio in Delhi.
Multiple Custom Coastal Homes
Multiple Custom Coastal Homes
Marengo Morton ArchitectsMarengo Morton Architects
This is an example of a large world-inspired courtyard patio in San Diego with a water feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Closed Cabana for Caneel Bay Resort
Closed Cabana for Caneel Bay Resort
Fifthroom.comFifthroom.com
12' x 12' Treated Pine Rectangle Gazebo shown with Standard treated Pine Decking, No railings, 6x6 Posts, No Top Railings, Cedar Shake Shingles, No Cupola, Textured Black Fan with 22" Green Oval Blades,and Customer Provided Paint and Steps.
Patios
Patios
Kona Land And Water EscapeKona Land And Water Escape
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Phoenix with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Split Level Travertine Patio and Ipe Deck with Cable Railing
Split Level Travertine Patio and Ipe Deck with Cable Railing
Mediterrasian LandscapesMediterrasian Landscapes
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in San Francisco with tiled flooring and no cover.
Custom Water Feature in Irvine, CA
Custom Water Feature in Irvine, CA
DC Landscape Design and ConstructionDC Landscape Design and Construction
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in Orange County with concrete paving and a pergola.
British West Indies Custom Home in Naples
British West Indies Custom Home in Naples
Simonsen-Hickok InteriorsSimonsen-Hickok Interiors
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in Miami with a fire feature, no cover and natural stone paving.
Tarpon Springs Tropical Luxury Custom Home
Tarpon Springs Tropical Luxury Custom Home
Fine Wood Design, Inc.Fine Wood Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Ani Villas
Ani Villas
SKOLNICK Architecture & Design PartnershipSKOLNICK Architecture & Design Partnership
Poolside daybed with pergola Photo by James Wilkins
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Other with a pergola.
Hale Ku Mana
Hale Ku Mana
JM DesignJM Design
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with an outdoor shower, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor Living Spaces
Garden Gate LandscapingGarden Gate Landscaping
Very small patio in an urban side garden with flagstone patio, new stoop and steps and Japanese influenced water feature. Charles W. Bowers/Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.
Ventilation Hood
Ventilation Hood
Focal Point InteriorsFocal Point Interiors
Make outdoor grilling a breeze with our beautifully designed outdoor kitchens. Choose a ventilation hood that will help divert smoke and grease out and away. This ventilation hood is both functional and beautiful. If you would like an attractive ventilation hood we cladded this one with ResinKast. ResinKast is both attractive and functional withstanding damage from sun, snow and rain!
Asian Inspired
Asian Inspired
Mary Washer DesignsMary Washer Designs
Kim Sargent
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Wichita with a fire feature, decking and no cover.
Private Residence - Black Hammock Island
Private Residence - Black Hammock Island
First Coast ShadeFirst Coast Shade
Large world-inspired back patio in Jacksonville with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Cedar Pergola
Cedar Pergola
Donna Giguere, APLD Landscape DesignDonna Giguere, APLD Landscape Design
Asian inspired, this lofty pegola provides a dry place to relax in rainy Portland. Donna Giguere Landscape Design
Large world-inspired back patio in Portland with a pergola.
Eichler Outdoor Living
Eichler Outdoor Living
Monarch Gardens, Inc.Monarch Gardens, Inc.
Photo of a large world-inspired back patio in San Francisco with a fire feature, concrete slabs and no cover.
Carol's instant landscape
Carol's instant landscape
Landscape East & WestLandscape East & West
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Portland with a water feature, decking and a pergola.
Key Biscayne Residences
Key Biscayne Residences
The Weber StudioThe Weber Studio
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Miami with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Pools, Pools, Pools!!!
Pools, Pools, Pools!!!
Southampton BuildersSouthampton Builders
Jonathan Nutt- Courtesy of Southampton Builders LLC. Design by Grassie River Studios
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Ka Hale
Ka Hale
Rick Ryniak ArchitectsRick Ryniak Architects
Mark Ammen
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with natural stone paving and a gazebo.

Large World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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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