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Shabby-Chic Style Black Patio Ideas and Designs

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Garden
Lisa Borgnes GiramontiLisa Borgnes Giramonti
Photo of a vintage patio in Los Angeles with no cover.
WaterSound Beach Gulf Front Living: 210 Coopersmith Lane
WaterSound Beach Gulf Front Living: 210 Coopersmith Lane
The Beach Group Properties, LLCThe Beach Group Properties, LLC
Expansive pool deck courtyard with a summer kitchen and pergola to enjoy alfresco dining year round.
Design ideas for an expansive romantic courtyard patio in Other with an outdoor shower, natural stone paving and a pergola.
Garden project
Garden project
Fleur Ward Interior DesignFleur Ward Interior Design
Inspiration for a small vintage back patio in London with decking and a pergola.
SF Flower and Garden Show 2014
SF Flower and Garden Show 2014
McKenna Landscape DesignMcKenna Landscape Design
Our design for the 2014 SF Flower and Garden Show was marine themed, specifically inspired by the boatyards found along the California coast. Almost all the wood shown is up-cycled fence boards with the arbor comprised of used fence posts bolted together.
New Orleans
New Orleans
PAGE | DUKE Landscape ArchitectsPAGE | DUKE Landscape Architects
John Chiasson
This is an example of a shabby-chic style patio in New Orleans with a gazebo.
ENTERTAIN
ENTERTAIN
J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.
For more photos of this project see: LEBLANC
Photo of a vintage patio in San Francisco.
Apartment Outdoor area
Apartment Outdoor area
Metro Steel ServicesMetro Steel Services
Photo of a large vintage courtyard patio in Perth with an outdoor kitchen, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Pallet sofas
Pallet sofas
Cityscape Projects LtdCityscape Projects Ltd
Photo of a romantic patio in London.
マンションのエントランスをナチュラルガーデンに
マンションのエントランスをナチュラルガーデンに
ジャルダン・ファヴォリジャルダン・ファヴォリ
Photo By：Sugio Kiyoshi
Inspiration for a romantic patio in Nagoya.
COUNTRY STYLE
COUNTRY STYLE
Moore InspirationMoore Inspiration
Photo of a shabby-chic style patio in Buckinghamshire.
Moraga Gardening Oasis
Moraga Gardening Oasis
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Steve Lambert
Photo of a large romantic back patio in San Francisco with concrete slabs.
Patios and Enclosures
Patios and Enclosures
Yale Lighting ConceptsYale Lighting Concepts
With these naturally beautiful pendants, who'd ever want to come indoors late in the evening? These 1 light outdoor pendants feature an olde bronze finish and natural wicker style globe shade that provides a casual, laid-back look. Spice up your patio, porch, gazebo and more!
CASA DE HUESPEDES SANTA MARIA
CASA DE HUESPEDES SANTA MARIA
CuatroparedesCuatroparedes
Raul Perez Pellicer
Design ideas for a large vintage courtyard patio in Other with natural stone paving and no cover.
Outdoor relaxing
Outdoor relaxing
Urban Habitats Landscape StudioUrban Habitats Landscape Studio
The sunken patio offers a quiet nook to relax and enjoy a glass of wine. The stone planters are made from local basalt, as is the patio floor. Plantings include lilies, roses and dwarf Korean lilac standards.
HGTV's "Vacation House for Free" Project
HGTV's "Vacation House for Free" Project
Ranieri Construction LLCRanieri Construction LLC
With the linear two sided fireplace we were able to bring the indoors out and the outdoors in. Cozy wicker furniture invites one to sit and enjoy the alure of the flames. Ceiling fans bring much needed air movement in the warm summer months while the patio cover keeps the harsh desert sun off our heads. Potted plants bring a touch of nature to the space.
Relaxing city refuge
Relaxing city refuge
City Garden CompanyCity Garden Company
Inspiration for a medium sized romantic back patio in Atlanta with a fireplace and concrete paving.
Elegant Outdoor Dining
Elegant Outdoor Dining
Laura Lee DesignsLaura Lee Designs
This is an example of a vintage patio in Los Angeles.
Outdoor Entertaining Area
Outdoor Entertaining Area
DC Design LLCDC Design LLC
This is a view of the curved retaining wall and curved planting beds. The patio is built with cut bluestone and brick edge bands. The path goes to the side door of the garage.
Outdoor fire pit area
Outdoor fire pit area
The Garden DistrictThe Garden District
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style patio in Miami.
Brandi - Backyard 2019
Brandi - Backyard 2019
529 Design Studio, LLC529 Design Studio, LLC
This is an example of a romantic back patio in Detroit with a pergola.

Shabby-Chic Style Black 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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