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Shabby-Chic Style Patio with Decking Ideas and Designs

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Huntington Beach, CA Cottage
Huntington Beach, CA Cottage
Home Styling by Alexis E-DesignHome Styling by Alexis E-Design
There was nothing here to start except this bench which was on a different wall. I moved it to where it is now as to welcome the guests as they arrive. And I created a space around that with a small table, plant, throw and pillow.
Garden project
Garden project
Fleur Ward Interior DesignFleur Ward Interior Design
Inspiration for a small vintage back patio in London with decking.
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
The covered back porch located off of the pool deck greets you with ipe decking and a large corner couch that is serviced by the wet bar conveniently located just inside the foyer.
Barton Parkway
Barton Parkway
Chris Cobb ArchitectureChris Cobb Architecture
Design ideas for a large vintage side patio in Austin with decking and a roof extension.
Outdoor Inspiration
Outdoor Inspiration
IKEAIKEA
Turn your closed outdoor space into a flexible laundry room Discover an affordable laundry solution that fits your closed outdoor room perfectly. JONAXEL can be customized to your space and personal needs and can fit even in the smallest of balconies!
Inner city urban gardening spaces
Inner city urban gardening spaces
GlowpearGlowpear
Shabby herb garden enclave. Photo by Glowpearians
Design ideas for a medium sized romantic courtyard patio in Melbourne with a potted garden, decking and a roof extension.
Wine Barrel Wood Deck
Wine Barrel Wood Deck
Colin Groth BuildersColin Groth Builders
Inspiration for a medium sized romantic back patio in San Francisco with decking, no cover and a potted garden.
Cottage Lounge Area w/ Vintage Furniture
Cottage Lounge Area w/ Vintage Furniture
Conscious Environments Inc.Conscious Environments Inc.
Medium sized shabby-chic style front patio in Orange County with decking and a pergola.
Mountfields
Mountfields
Country Knole InteriorsCountry Knole Interiors
William Goddard
Photo of a medium sized vintage back patio in Other with decking.
2305 Ridgewood Drive, Plano, TX
2305 Ridgewood Drive, Plano, TX
Diana Clary-Keller Williams BoerneDiana Clary-Keller Williams Boerne
Diana Clary
Inspiration for a vintage back patio in Dallas with decking and no cover.
Driftwood Artifact Detail, Grapes Coming Soon
Driftwood Artifact Detail, Grapes Coming Soon
·ecology by design, LLC·ecology by design, LLC
California natives and climate appropriate plants keep it wild and old world, around the perimeter of this ample concrete outdoor living space. Looking forward to the grill.
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.
21 Bassendean
21 Bassendean
Blend Residential DesignsBlend Residential Designs
Photo of a shabby-chic style patio in Perth with decking.
Nos chantiers vus par nos clients
Nos chantiers vus par nos clients
Paysage DecorsPaysage Decors
Terrasse en bois exotique, avec incrustation d'espaces végétalisés pour plus d'intimité
Romantic patio in Nancy with decking.
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
Design ideas for a romantic courtyard patio in Osaka with decking and a roof extension.
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.
Garden project
Garden project
Fleur Ward Interior DesignFleur Ward Interior Design
Photo of a small shabby-chic style back patio in London with decking.
Outdoor Inspiration
Outdoor Inspiration
IKEAIKEA
Your outdoor dining room during the summer Turn your patio or outdoor area into a second dining room. With foldable tables and chairs along with stackable KOLBJÖRN shelving units, you can store both tools and tableware — and still have enough room to spread out and soak up the sun!
21 Bassendean
21 Bassendean
Blend Residential DesignsBlend Residential Designs
Inspiration for a romantic patio in Perth with decking.

Shabby-Chic Style Patio with 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 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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