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Medium Sized Eclectic Patio Ideas and Designs

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Atlanta Pool, Patio and Fire Pit Area
Atlanta Pool, Patio and Fire Pit Area
authenTEAK Outdoor LivingauthenTEAK Outdoor Living
Magnum CorTen steel fire pit by Fire Pit Art. Teak Adirondacks and stools by Gloster.
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Atlanta with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
Mixed Privacy Screens - Timber and Steel
Mixed Privacy Screens - Timber and Steel
MGL Building & LandscapeMGL Building & Landscape
The mix of steel cut and timber privacy panels unobtrusively screens out nearby neighbours and provides an inner city outdoor oasis. Photo by MGL
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Brisbane.
FW Magazine Dream Home Summer '19
FW Magazine Dream Home Summer '19
J & V PaintingJ & V Painting
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian back patio in Dallas with a water feature, natural stone paving and no cover.
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.
Rénovation d'une maison de 165m2 sur 4 niveaux à Boulogne
Rénovation d'une maison de 165m2 sur 4 niveaux à Boulogne
SMDcoSMDco
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Paris with a vegetable patch, no cover and concrete paving.
Eclectic Mediterranean Estate
Eclectic Mediterranean Estate
The Accidental DecoratorThe Accidental Decorator
Photo of a medium sized eclectic side patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving and no cover.
3 Palms - Outdoor Shower & Bathtub
3 Palms - Outdoor Shower & Bathtub
Real Estate JudgeReal Estate Judge
Midcentury Modern Retreat - Outdoor Master Bathroom
Photo of a medium sized eclectic patio in Phoenix with an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
South West
South West
Compagnie DCompagnie D
Catherine Matthys
Photo of a medium sized eclectic back patio in Perth with stamped concrete and a pergola.
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.
Newport Beach
Newport Beach
Mirage LandscapeMirage Landscape
Photo of a medium sized bohemian patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Eclectic Modern Craftsman
Eclectic Modern Craftsman
Brooke KirmerBrooke Kirmer
Medium sized bohemian back patio in Wichita with gravel and no cover.
White Painted Pergola
White Painted Pergola
Daco StoneDaco Stone
White Painted Cedar pergola with Daco real stone and real brick veneer footers
Medium sized eclectic side patio in Atlanta with a vegetable patch, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Raised Patio Terrace
Raised Patio Terrace
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
All photos by Linda Oyama Bryan. Home restoration by Von Dreele-Freerksen Construction
Medium sized bohemian back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
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.
Hot Colors, Cool Garden
Hot Colors, Cool Garden
Rock Paper Scissors Landscape Design BuildRock Paper Scissors Landscape Design Build
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian back patio in San Francisco.
Music Studio
Music Studio
UserUser
Photo of a medium sized eclectic courtyard patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, gravel and no cover.
5 Senses In The Garden
5 Senses In The Garden
Spirit Garden DesignSpirit Garden Design
Edibles can be incorporated into designated veggie planters or planted directly into the garden. Incorporating fruit trees, blueberries, and huckleberries allow for convenient harvesting and munching by kids young and old.
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.
Vermont Renovation
Vermont Renovation
Mayor+Kennedy ArchitectsMayor+Kennedy Architects
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Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian back patio in Burlington with natural stone paving and no cover.
Concrete Paver Steps
Concrete Paver Steps
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
Photo of a medium sized bohemian back patio in Chicago with concrete paving and no cover.

Medium Sized 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.
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