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Medium Sized Shabby-Chic Style Patio Ideas and Designs

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St. Romain Residence
St. Romain Residence
St. Romain InteriorsSt. Romain Interiors
Medium sized vintage back patio in New Orleans with brick paving.
Home in Provence
Home in Provence
Tongue in Cheek AntiquesTongue in Cheek Antiques
In Provence in the south of France, Jean Bernard and Nathalie Masset have created a terrace to marry well with their seventeen century home. The Massets have added accentuating details that might go unnoticed to the eye because they correspond beautifully with the surroundings. Note the railroad tie border around the terrace, and the old cut stones around the tree.
Pergola, Outdoor Kitchen, Fireplace, Flagstone Patio
Pergola, Outdoor Kitchen, Fireplace, Flagstone Patio
Austin Outdoor Living GroupAustin Outdoor Living Group
Austin Outdoor Living Group, Noelalee Ragle
This is an example of a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Backyard Patio Lounge
Backyard Patio Lounge
DeGoey DesignsDeGoey Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized vintage back patio in Other.
Transformación casa familiar en Madrid
Transformación casa familiar en Madrid
Dafne Vijande - decoración e interiorismoDafne Vijande - decoración e interiorismo
Revista El Mueble, cuadros WWW.carlosarriaga.blogspot.com
Medium sized romantic back patio in Madrid.
Wine Barrel Wood Deck
Wine Barrel Wood Deck
Colin Groth BuildersColin Groth Builders
Inspiration for a medium sized romantic back patio in San Francisco with decking, no cover and a potted garden.
Terrasse Paris Pantheon
Terrasse Paris Pantheon
Jardins IntemporelsJardins Intemporels
Suzanne Meijer
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style patio in Paris.
Cottage garden
Cottage garden
Living InteriorsLiving Interiors
A magical setting for all seasons a pretty cottage garden & dramatic forest views creates a fairytale reality.
This is an example of a medium sized vintage front patio in San Francisco.
Branxholm Park House, Scottish Borders
Branxholm Park House, Scottish Borders
Inside Story PhotographyInside Story Photography
Inside Story Photography - Tracey Bloxham
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in Other with gravel, a fire feature and a pergola.
Fermob Outdoor from France: Louisiane
Fermob Outdoor from France: Louisiane
The Wooden DuckThe Wooden Duck
Alex Thurston
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in San Francisco with no cover.
Lane Cove Home by Lindfield Landscapes
Lane Cove Home by Lindfield Landscapes
Vergola NSWVergola NSW
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in Sydney with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a pergola.
River Retreat / Rental
River Retreat / Rental
KM InteriorsKM Interiors
KM Interiors
Medium sized romantic back patio in Other with concrete slabs and a gazebo.
Highlands Ranch Patio and Roof Cover Sanctuary
Highlands Ranch Patio and Roof Cover Sanctuary
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Fireplace and Roof Cover
This is an example of a medium sized vintage patio in Denver with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Highlands Ranch Patio and Roof Cover Sanctuary
Highlands Ranch Patio and Roof Cover Sanctuary
Kona ContractorsKona Contractors
Outdoor Living Space complete with fire features, comfortable furniture, an a roof cover with natural wood on the underside.
Design ideas for a medium sized romantic patio in Denver with a fireplace, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Backyard Patio Lounge
Backyard Patio Lounge
DeGoey DesignsDeGoey Designs
This is an example of a medium sized romantic back patio in Other.
Lane Cove Home by Lindfield Landscapes
Lane Cove Home by Lindfield Landscapes
Vergola NSWVergola NSW
Lane Cove redesign and build Hamptons Style cabana indoor outdoor living space! Intergrated Vergola louvred roof system. Huge transformation
This is an example of a medium sized shabby-chic style patio in Sydney.
Colonial Residence
Colonial Residence
LKM Mowing & LandscapingLKM Mowing & Landscaping
Photo of a medium sized vintage back patio in Chicago with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a pergola.
Little Eden
Little Eden
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignAralia: Innovation in Landscape Design
his rural hertfordshire property plays host to a Grade II listed house and a separate period outbuilding which have both had various architectural additions over the century, resulting in the creation of a narrow, empty corridor; prompting the need for an external garden design. The challenge for Aralia in this herts garden design was to unify the two opposing buildings and overcome the difficulties posed by numerous access points, all in the space of a small courtyard of less than two hundred square meters. The clients request was to create a garden which blurred the strong geometry of the buildings through a curvilinear design, whilst incorporating multiple opportunities for seating to relax and unwind. The garden very much holds a traditional feel through the choice of materials and planting in order to be sympathetic towards the architecture, surrounding landscape and local aesthetic. Upon first entering the property, visitors are greeted by a pair of beautifully crafted Iroko gates, framed by two heritage brick planters which house a lush beech hedge, concealing elements of the journey ahead. Three sizes of autumnal riven sandstone are used to negotiate the curves and create a subtle flow and legibility to the journey, whilst naturalistic perennials and grasses soften the space and create narrative. Plants such as Astrantia, Perovskia, Deschampsia and Echinacea are used throughout the borders to create rhythm and repetition whilst green Oak arches frame snippets of these views, anchoring the path between the buildings as the garden progresses. The culmination of the garden is signified by a circular terrace which is controlled and held in place by the beautifully weathered curved oak seats, housing cut logs underneath to create pattern and shape. Two small water chutes bubble away in the background creating a relaxing atmosphere whilst the user can sit and take advantage of tranquil views across the rest of the garden.
Back Door Entry with Screened AC Unit
Back Door Entry with Screened AC Unit
DC Design LLCDC Design LLC
The path to the back door is shown. The air-conditioning unit is concealed with a short lattice fence. The lace cap hydrangea adds color to the planting bed.
Inner city urban gardening spaces
Inner city urban gardening spaces
GlowpearGlowpear
Shabby herb garden enclave. Photo by Glowpearians
Design ideas for a medium sized romantic courtyard patio in Melbourne with a potted garden, decking and a roof extension.

Medium Sized Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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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