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Affordable Patio Ideas and Designs

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Edmunds Studios Photography, Inc.Edmunds Studios Photography, Inc.
Design: modernedgedesign.com Photo: Edmunds Studios Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Milwaukee with a fire feature, a pergola and concrete slabs.
Basalt Columns & Fire Pit
Basalt Columns & Fire Pit
California WaterscapesCalifornia Waterscapes
In-ground fire pit and patio.
Photo of a small modern back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Maldon Road
Maldon Road
David Nossiter Architects LimitedDavid Nossiter Architects Limited
Photography by Steve Lancefield
This is an example of a contemporary patio in London with no cover and a water feature.
OLD COUNTRY SCHOOL
OLD COUNTRY SCHOOL
MIKEL LARRINAGA Arquitectura Interior & DecoraciónMIKEL LARRINAGA Arquitectura Interior & Decoración
Montse Garriga (Nuevo Estilo)
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean courtyard patio in Bilbao with a roof extension and tiled flooring.
The Perfect Patio
The Perfect Patio
C&H LandscapingC&H Landscaping
Photo of a large traditional back patio in Denver with concrete paving and a fire feature.
Stunning Staycay
Stunning Staycay
Laura Jones & Company, LLCLaura Jones & Company, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Charleston with a fire feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
Taylor
Taylor
Bluestone Building, LLCBluestone Building, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional patio in Birmingham with natural stone paving.
Outdoor Stone Fireplace and entertaining space with seatwalls
Outdoor Stone Fireplace and entertaining space with seatwalls
Waitkus DesignWaitkus Design
Karen Waitkus
Medium sized country back patio in Philadelphia with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Backyard Living Space Creation
Backyard Living Space Creation
Mass HardscapesMass Hardscapes
Design ideas for a small classic back patio in Boston with a fire feature, concrete paving and no cover.
Our Work
Our Work
DoMa Enterprises Inc.DoMa Enterprises Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic back patio in Houston with concrete paving and a pergola.
Walls, Fencing, & Gates
Walls, Fencing, & Gates
Douglas MasonryDouglas Masonry
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Orange County with a water feature and concrete paving.
Ceiling Details
Ceiling Details
3 SQFT3 SQFT
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean patio in Miami.
Norris St. Bridget Model by Florida Lifestyle Homes
Norris St. Bridget Model by Florida Lifestyle Homes
Norris Furniture & InteriorsNorris Furniture & Interiors
Outdoor sitting area with stacked stone fireplace and travertine flooring.
Design ideas for a traditional back patio in Miami with a roof extension, tiled flooring and a water feature.
Urban Landscape Design & Construction
Urban Landscape Design & Construction
Urban LandscapeUrban Landscape
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean back patio in Orange County with a fire feature.
Maurici Serrahima
Maurici Serrahima
Standal Interiorismo + Reforma IntegralStandal Interiorismo + Reforma Integral
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Barcelona with a roof extension and a living wall.
Modern Fence and Walkway
Modern Fence and Walkway
Finesse, Inc.Finesse, Inc.
The previous year Finesse, Inc. remodeled this home in Monrovia and created the 9-lite window at the entry of the home. After experiencing some intense weather we were called back to build this new entry way. The entry consists of 1/3 covered area and 2/3 area exposed to allow some light to come in. Fabricated using square steel posts and beams with galvanized hangers and Redwood lumber. A steel cap was placed at the front of the entry to really make this Modern home complete. The fence and trash enclosure compliment the curb appeal this home brings. PC: Aaron Gilless
Pool Cabana
Pool Cabana
Axis ConstructionAxis Construction
Kay Chance Photography
This is an example of a large rustic back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a pergola.
Creative Hardscapes projects
Creative Hardscapes projects
Creative HardscapesCreative Hardscapes
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Cleveland with brick paving, no cover and a water feature.
Hillside Home Outdoor Kitchen with Pizza Oven
Hillside Home Outdoor Kitchen with Pizza Oven
Design Studio WestDesign Studio West
Outdoor living....Outdoor kitchen doesn't really describe this family retreat in their own yard. This outdoor kitchen includes a BBQ, warming drawers, outdoor refrigerator, prep station and a wood fired pizza oven (gas is an option if you're in a hurry)
McBeth outdoor living
McBeth outdoor living
The GoodLife Outdoor LivingThe GoodLife Outdoor Living
Anne Marie
Medium sized classic back patio in Houston with an outdoor kitchen, brick paving and a roof extension.

Affordable 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 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 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 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 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 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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