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Patio with a Potted Garden and Decking Ideas and Designs

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Model Studio
Model Studio
Architecture FactoryArchitecture Factory
Bespoke timber and steel seating is integrated into the planter box design. Steel and recycled timber create a unique industrial style.
Photo of a small industrial courtyard patio in Sydney with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
Rénovation d'une longère
Rénovation d'une longère
O2 Concept ArchitectureO2 Concept Architecture
Rachel Rousseau
Large farmhouse courtyard patio in Rennes with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Rooftop Refuge
Rooftop Refuge
Lifescape Colorado.Lifescape Colorado.
Photo of a large contemporary courtyard patio in Denver with a potted garden and decking.
Création d'une terrasse
Création d'une terrasse
T.O l'Atelier des JardinsT.O l'Atelier des Jardins
Photo of a medium sized back patio in Bordeaux with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Large Wrap-around Rear and Side Extension to a Garden Flat in South West London
Large Wrap-around Rear and Side Extension to a Garden Flat in South West London
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
Inspiration for a small modern side patio in London with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Maison du centre ville Reims - toit terrasse
Maison du centre ville Reims - toit terrasse
PC CONSTRUCTIONPC CONSTRUCTION
Terrasse en bois tatjuba au 1er étage d'une maison de ville
Mediterranean patio in Reims with a potted garden and decking.
Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Terrace Design
Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Terrace Design
Staghorn NYCStaghorn NYC
Photos by Staghorn NYC. A penthouse terrace with a need for privacy without obstructing it's spectacular views of downtown Manhattan. A dense mixture of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs peppered with brightly colored perennials and grasses. Located in an historic landmarked building in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, NY.
ÁTICO PASSEIG D´AMUNT
ÁTICO PASSEIG D´AMUNT
The Room StudioThe Room Studio
Proyecto realizado por Meritxell Ribé - The Room Studio Construcción: The Room Work Fotografías: Mauricio Fuertes
Medium sized contemporary back patio in Other with a potted garden, a pergola and decking.
Strangio Residence
Strangio Residence
Mscape DesignMscape Design
Photo of a modern back patio in San Francisco with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
City Terrace Project
City Terrace Project
Green Pearl PlantscapingGreen Pearl Plantscaping
Urban residential terrace, 1 1/2 floor, custom made deck, artificial grass, sun room, container garden, artificial green wall
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back patio in New York with a potted garden, decking and a gazebo.
Une charmante maison de village
Une charmante maison de village
MAS PROVENCEMAS PROVENCE
Gabrielle Voinot
Design ideas for a world-inspired front patio in Marseille with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
Cultural Chic Condo
Cultural Chic Condo
Lux Pad InteriorsLux Pad Interiors
This is an example of a large modern side patio in New York with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Gilmore
Gilmore
UserUser
Photo Cred: Evan Schneider @schneidervisuals
Medium sized nautical back patio in Other with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Tiny Urban Planted Patio
Tiny Urban Planted Patio
Tiny Monster DesignTiny Monster Design
Tiny Urban Planted Patio
Small contemporary front patio in San Francisco with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
The new garden is complimented with decking and fencing
The new garden is complimented with decking and fencing
Brilliant Design ConceptsBrilliant Design Concepts
A beautiful garden design and construction completes this Apartment design. Decking and fencing in a composite material, planted out with hardy and beautiful collection of Rhaphis Palms, Teddy bear Magnolias and a selection of philodendrons and flax. Construction by Construct-It Building, Design by Brilliant Design Concepts, Plant selection and design flick macqueen plant design
Napa Valley Farmhouse
Napa Valley Farmhouse
Carreiro BuildersCarreiro Builders
Photo of a large farmhouse front patio in San Francisco with a potted garden, decking and a roof extension.
exterior lighting
exterior lighting
patrick1078patrick1078
planter boxes integrated into a living privacy wall. design by CBROWN Architecture, and RYAN DESIGNS
Photo of a large back patio in Sacramento with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
Lady's Retreat
Lady's Retreat
Crespo Design GroupCrespo Design Group
A large outdoor patio with a fireplace, an outdoor dining table, wicker chairs, outdoor wicker sofa, colorful throw pillows, and large tile flooring. Designed by Crespo Design Group, who also serves Malibu, Tampa, New York City, the Caribbean, and other areas throughout the United States.
Une cour victorienne à Paris XIII
Une cour victorienne à Paris XIII
Kevin Clare - PaysagisteKevin Clare - Paysagiste
Au pied de la façade, la jardinière en bois a été complètement restaurée
Inspiration for a small victorian courtyard patio in Paris with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Rawson Avenue
Rawson Avenue
Baker Developments Pty LtdBaker Developments Pty Ltd
Photo of a contemporary patio in Sydney with a potted garden and decking.

Patio with a Potted Garden and Decking 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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