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Scandinavian Back Patio Ideas and Designs

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Sonoran Scandi
Sonoran Scandi
K2 Signature HomesK2 Signature Homes
Rear patio with custom wood-clad raised planter/bench using Thermory Ash. Exposed aggregate concrete hardscape.
Large scandinavian back patio in Phoenix.
Breakwater Scandinavian// Scandinavian Farmhouse
Breakwater Scandinavian// Scandinavian Farmhouse
Younger HomesYounger Homes
This is an example of a large scandi back patio in Austin with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Council Ring - Fire Pit
Council Ring - Fire Pit
kday72kday72
Council ring style fire pit designed in the spirit of the properties original landscape architect, Jens Jensen. Designed by: ENVIRONMENTS Studio Day 1 after installation.
Backyard Porch
Backyard Porch
STACKLABSTACKLAB
Slatted clear cedar covering shades the south windows without limiting view to the sky. Gingerbread arching and posts were recreated to match the existing Arts & Craft style. Photography: Sean McBride
Projekt: Silverdal II
Projekt: Silverdal II
Bengtsson DesignBengtsson Design
Eva Bengtsson
This is an example of a small scandinavian back patio in Stockholm with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Herbert
Herbert
Modern Staging | SpacesModern Staging | Spaces
Photography by Silverhouse HD Architect: Baukultur/ca Listing Realtor: Steve Fudge
Design ideas for a small scandi back patio in Toronto with decking and no cover.
Saratoga Whimsy House
Saratoga Whimsy House
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
Large scandi back patio in San Francisco with tiled flooring.
Backyard Renovation
Backyard Renovation
Mosaics LabMosaics Lab
Backyard renovation work
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi back patio in Los Angeles with tiled flooring.
Summerhouse in Denmark
Summerhouse in Denmark
Busy Bees PhotographyBusy Bees Photography
Jason Vosper
Photo of a medium sized scandi back patio in Miami with no cover.
Newbiggen St
Newbiggen St
An Artful LifeAn Artful Life
Design ideas for a large scandinavian back patio in Essex with decking and no cover.
Green, Ohio -- 2500 Sqft Ranch -- Rustic, Craftsmen
Green, Ohio -- 2500 Sqft Ranch -- Rustic, Craftsmen
Shultz Design & ConstructionShultz Design & Construction
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Cleveland with a fire feature, concrete paving and a roof extension.
LG Garden, Chelsea Flower Show 2016
LG Garden, Chelsea Flower Show 2016
Botany Press - Garden PhotographyBotany Press - Garden Photography
Photographer: Joanna Kossak - The LG Smart Garden, view of a patio with wooden chairs and table designed by Nils Verweij surrounded by spring flowers in pale colors (white,pink purple). Designer: Hay Joung Hwang - Sponsor: LG Electronics
The Railway House
The Railway House
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a medium sized scandi back patio in Other with natural stone paving.
テラス
テラス
Style Create （有）秀林組Style Create （有）秀林組
Scandinavian back patio in Other with decking.
Freiberg_SisterMag
Freiberg_SisterMag
Kate Jordan PhotoKate Jordan Photo
Kate Jordan Photo © 2016 Houzz
Design ideas for a large scandi back patio in Dortmund.
Cedarview Residence
Cedarview Residence
Root ArchitectureRoot Architecture
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Austin with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Scandinavian Getaway in the Mountains - Steamboat Springs, CO
Scandinavian Getaway in the Mountains - Steamboat Springs, CO
Rocky Mountain FinishesRocky Mountain Finishes
Rocky Mountain Finishes provided the prefinished CVG Hemlock siding and soffit, as well as the wire-brushed pine.
This is an example of a large scandinavian back patio in Other with concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Summerhouse Skåne
Summerhouse Skåne
LASC StudioLASC Studio
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian back patio in Copenhagen with an outdoor shower and tiled flooring.
Garden Riot
Garden Riot
Garden RiotGarden Riot
Decomposed granite creates a formal courtyard setting with white flowers and a rich layering of perennial plants, This warm surface is reminiscent of traditional European parks. Seating is a crucial element of this welcoming space.
Rénovation d'une échoppe
Rénovation d'une échoppe
encausse durandencausse durand
crédit photo:Julien Fernandez
Photo of a scandinavian back patio in Bordeaux with concrete slabs and no cover.

Scandinavian Back 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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