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Shabby-Chic Style Patio Ideas and Designs

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Rue Bouquière 1er étage - BORDEAUX
Rue Bouquière 1er étage - BORDEAUX
MEUBLIMOMEUBLIMO
Patio bordelais romantique
Design ideas for a small vintage back patio in Bordeaux with tiled flooring.
Cottage Garden
Cottage Garden
Designs by ShelleneDesigns by Shellene
We transformed an old tired space into a cozy cottage garden for family affairs.
Photo of a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in San Diego with a pergola and brick paving.
Aménagement paysager d'une terrasse à Paris...
Aménagement paysager d'une terrasse à Paris...
L'Aurey Des Jardins PaysagisteL'Aurey Des Jardins Paysagiste
This is an example of a large shabby-chic style patio in Paris with a potted garden and a pergola.
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jardins, terrasses à Paris, en France, Suisse
jardins, terrasses à Paris, en France, Suisse
xavier de chirac jardinierxavier de chirac jardinier
Photo of a vintage patio in Paris.
Garden project
Garden project
Fleur Ward Interior DesignFleur Ward Interior Design
Photo of a small shabby-chic style back patio in London with decking.
Amog Amog
Amog Amog
Ｍ アーキテクツＭ アーキテクツ
Mアーキテクツ　PHOTO:AKINOBU KAWABE
Photo of a shabby-chic style patio in Other.
Grand Central Apartment
Grand Central Apartment
Splice DesignSplice Design
Vintage patio in New York.
Color Contrasting Pavers
Color Contrasting Pavers
Mike Rose Landscape and IrrigationMike Rose Landscape and Irrigation
Unilock pavers installed in Spring Lake. Look at the color contrast. We are a Unilock authorized contractor, so you receive a life time transferable warranty on your patio products.
Ercol vintage beech windsor armchair
Ercol vintage beech windsor armchair
L'Atelier Natalia WillmottL'Atelier Natalia Willmott
Originally designed in the 1950's by Ercol's founder Luciano Ercolani, this chair is still very much loved and admired today. This chair is a few decades old and retains the lovely patina which comes with vintage pieces. There is a set of two available with Rapture & Wright seat cushions made out of foam and feather pads for added comfort. Each chair comes with two back reversible cushions.
Free-standing patio cover w/ gas fireplace
Free-standing patio cover w/ gas fireplace
Dustin LaRoseDustin LaRose
Design ideas for a romantic patio in Houston.
Une Terrasse bleue et rose en ville, ou comment valoriser son bien !
Une Terrasse bleue et rose en ville, ou comment valoriser son bien !
Ô la curieuse - Anne Mouz-MicolodÔ la curieuse - Anne Mouz-Micolod
Ô la curieuse Anne Mouz-Micolod
Design ideas for a vintage patio in Marseille.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Water feature beautifully completes this outdoor living space.
This is an example of a large shabby-chic style back patio in New York with a water feature, brick paving and a gazebo.
1594 Monroe Street - Denver, Colorado - HGTV Home Staging
1594 Monroe Street - Denver, Colorado - HGTV Home Staging
White Orchid InteriorsWhite Orchid Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized shabby-chic style back patio in Denver with brick paving and a gazebo.
Shabby Chic Remodel
Shabby Chic Remodel
McCauley ConstructionMcCauley Construction
This is an example of a shabby-chic style patio in San Francisco.
Summer verandah by Alicia ~ Time Worn Style
Summer verandah by Alicia ~ Time Worn Style
AliciaAlicia
Shabby-chic style patio in Other.
Food writer Mina Holland's first home in south London
Food writer Mina Holland's first home in south London
The Modern HouseThe Modern House
Romantic back patio in London with a potted garden and no cover.
Cour de la boutique Des Petits Hauts
Cour de la boutique Des Petits Hauts
UserUser
Heju
Photo of a romantic patio in Paris.
The Longing House – ヘリンボーンとサロンのある憧れの家 –
The Longing House – ヘリンボーンとサロンのある憧れの家 –
（株）一級建築士事務所アトリエm（株）一級建築士事務所アトリエm
リビングにつながるテラス
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style courtyard patio in Osaka with decking and a roof extension.
2019 Parade Of Homes | "Girl" Themed House
2019 Parade Of Homes | "Girl" Themed House
3 Pillar Homes3 Pillar Homes
Vintage patio in Columbus.

Shabby-Chic Style 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.
STILE SEMPLICE DAL CARATTERE DECISO
STILE SEMPLICE DAL CARATTERE DECISO
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Photo of an expansive shabby-chic style side patio in Other with brick paving and a roof extension.
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