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Patio with a Potted Garden and an Awning Ideas and Designs

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perspective de la terrasse toscane
Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteurDuval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur
This is an example of a small mediterranean side patio in Nantes with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Inexpensive Backyard Dining
Inexpensive Backyard Dining
OVOLO InteriorsOVOLO Interiors
The new custom fabric retractable awning is made from a screen type fabric to allow some light to come through so that the container garden plants still receive some sunlight. But, this also allows the awning to keep most of the direct sun off of the side of the house to keep it cool and reduce energy consumption. Here the awning is shown fully extended over the patio area. The homeowners opted to use inexpensive folding chairs and a table so that they can be easily stored away and a car can be parked on this backyard portion of the driveway.
"Terrasses sous les voiles"
"Terrasses sous les voiles"
Florian Préault | Concepteur & Coach PaysagisteFlorian Préault | Concepteur & Coach Paysagiste
Florian Préault
Medium sized classic patio in Paris with a potted garden, decking and an awning.
Awnings
Awnings
Window Coverings USAWindow Coverings USA
Photo of a back patio in Seattle with a potted garden and an awning.
Hunter Douglas
Hunter Douglas
Asoudeh DesignsAsoudeh Designs
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back patio in Orange County with a potted garden, natural stone paving and an awning.
Glass Door
Glass Door
Hope ArchitectsHope Architects
Photo of a medium sized front patio in Other with a potted garden, brick paving and an awning.
Grief Kitchen
Grief Kitchen
NcC Studio ArchitectureNcC Studio Architecture
This stone patio features terraced stone retaining walls contain planters with climbing roses. The bluestone stairs spill out onto the lawn. New French doors with a copper canopy access the new Arts & Crafts kitchen
Dedans/dehors
Dedans/dehors
MAS PROVENCEMAS PROVENCE
Gabrielle Voinot
Contemporary side patio in Marseille with a potted garden and an awning.
Hunters Hill | Heritage
Hunters Hill | Heritage
SDA ArchitectsSDA Architects
Photo of a large traditional front patio in Sydney with a potted garden, natural stone paving and an awning.
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
Playful accents with a dart board and bright cherry red accent table. Patterned pillows from Dyphor Brooklyn and a Coyuchi blanket make this space lounge worthy!
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
Brooklyn backyard patio design in Prospect Heights for a young, professional couple who loves to both entertain and relax! This space includes a West Elm outdoor sectional and round concrete outdoor coffee table.
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
This Brooklyn backyard in Prospect Heights blends coziness with true functionality! A West Elm outdoor sectional provides endless summer days of comfortable seating for the clients and their friends. String lights add a bit of romance and magic. Finally, the textured and bright patterned pillows, make this space fit for a Fiesta!
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
Japanese maple with a variety of annuals make this backyard corner a true statement piece in the design! Plantscape by Dirt Queen NYC.
Small bohemian back patio in Austin with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Nova Residence - 2016
Nova Residence - 2016
Sterling Landscape CompanySterling Landscape Company
This side patio of Basalite pavers is a cozy living space covered by shade sails and features flower pots with colorful plants.
Photo of an eclectic back patio in Boise with a potted garden, concrete paving and an awning.
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
Brooklyn backyard patio design in Prospect Heights for a young, professional couple who loves to both entertain and relax! This space includes a West Elm outdoor sectional and round concrete outdoor coffee table.
Concrete Eco Home, Patio Railing , Shelter Island, NY
Concrete Eco Home, Patio Railing , Shelter Island, NY
Keuka Studios, IncKeuka Studios, Inc
Railing and stairs by Keuka Studios www.Keuka-studios.com Photographer Evan Joseph www.Evanjoseph.com Architect Vibeke Lichten
Inspiration for a large contemporary back patio in New York with a potted garden, concrete paving and an awning.
Compact Concrete Courtyard with COR-TEN Planters
Compact Concrete Courtyard with COR-TEN Planters
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Upright COR-TEN planters bloom brightly with Sedum tetractinum 'Coral Reef', bringing a bit of sunshine into this small courtyard.
Small modern courtyard patio in Other with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
A functional herb garden created with floating planters, framed with a gorgeous lime plant in a blue planter and lime green accent table.
Small bohemian back patio in Austin with a potted garden, concrete slabs and an awning.
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
Brooklyn Backyard fit for a Fiesta
BrooklinteriorsBrooklinteriors
Brooklyn backyard patio design in Prospect Heights for a young, professional couple who loves to both entertain and relax! This space includes a West Elm outdoor sectional and round concrete outdoor coffee table.
La Sombra - Overall View
La Sombra - Overall View
Hush HouseHush House
Warm ipe wood deck to the dappled-light of the second floor patio, surrounded by vines and greenery. Overlook at the juliet balcony.
Inspiration for a small modern front patio in Austin with a potted garden, decking and an awning.

Patio with a Potted Garden and an Awning 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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