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World-Inspired Patio Ideas and Designs

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Koi
Koi
B+R ArquitectosB+R Arquitectos
B+R Arquitectos
World-inspired patio in Mexico City with a roof extension.
72nd Street
72nd Street
AZ Contracting Group LLCAZ Contracting Group LLC
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Phoenix.
Lot 9
Lot 9
Willman Interiors / Gina Willman, ASIDWillman Interiors / Gina Willman, ASID
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in Hawaii with a roof extension.
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Juno Beach Residence
Juno Beach Residence
RAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + DesignRAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + Design
Renee A. Webley
This is an example of a world-inspired courtyard patio in Miami with a water feature, decking and a roof extension.
New York Tropical Outdoor Entertaining Space with Natural Stone
New York Tropical Outdoor Entertaining Space with Natural Stone
STONEYARD®STONEYARD®
Round Boston Blend natural New England stone veneer looks amazing in this tranquil outdoor entertaining space. As you step through the wrought iron gate, and down the stone column staircase you are greeted by the inviting cool blue waters of an in ground pool. Sitting walls, columns, fireplace, chimney, stair risers, and a bar were all faced with the Boston Blend Round Thin Veneer. An outdoor kitchen and bar is the ideal hang out spot for pool parties and evening cocktail dinners. Escape the mid day sun in a cozy sitting nook complete with fireplace and TV. Tropical plantings and landscape features around the area create a beautiful retreat to relax the day away. Visit www.stoneyard.com/957 for more photos and video!
Lost Tree Village, North Palm Beach, Residence (3)
Lost Tree Village, North Palm Beach, Residence (3)
Blakely and Associates Landscape Architects, Inc.Blakely and Associates Landscape Architects, Inc.
Photo of a world-inspired patio in Miami.
Tropical Delight
Tropical Delight
Peter Fry LandscapesPeter Fry Landscapes
Stephen Fry
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired patio in Auckland.
Siesta Key Dutch West Indies
Siesta Key Dutch West Indies
Perrone Construction Custom HomesPerrone Construction Custom Homes
Ricky Perrone Sarasota Custom Home Builder
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Tampa with a fire feature, decking and a roof extension.
Sugar Ridge 2
Sugar Ridge 2
Benjamin Werth DesignsBenjamin Werth Designs
World-inspired patio in Other.
Jamaican Retreat
Jamaican Retreat
Craig Reynolds Landscape ArchitectureCraig Reynolds Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Other.
Lakeview - Jumeirah Islands
Lakeview - Jumeirah Islands
Better GardensBetter Gardens
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired patio in Other with a bar area.
John Mcdonald Co
John Mcdonald Co
John McDonald CompanyJohn McDonald Company
We brought a 1980's Boca style house into style with a whole house remodel. It features a classical Bermuda style exterior with clean white cottage details inside. Enjoy
Tropical Asian Fusion Backyard in Ladner
Tropical Asian Fusion Backyard in Ladner
AZURO Concepts Inc.AZURO Concepts Inc.
Asian inspired straw thatched roof structure covers in-ground hot tub with surrounding sculpted and stamped concrete patio features. Oriental grasses and trees are used in pots and in-ground landscaping to carry on the effect.
2014 Pinecrest Residence 1 year later
2014 Pinecrest Residence 1 year later
Landscaping by Steve BlaumLandscaping by Steve Blaum
Monica Sarduy
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Miami with natural stone paving.
Guest House - Office
Guest House - Office
Mark Wryan DesignMark Wryan Design
Asian Inspired Guest House/Pool House - Office
World-inspired patio in Santa Barbara.
Front and Back Tenafly Project
Front and Back Tenafly Project
Little Miracles DesignsLittle Miracles Designs
Photo of a world-inspired patio in New York.
Florida Courtyard Home
Florida Courtyard Home
Joy R. Dabill Interior DesignJoy R. Dabill Interior Design
Ron Rosenzweig
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Miami.
WEAVER PROJECT
WEAVER PROJECT
Ken Griffin LandscapeKen Griffin Landscape
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in Miami with an outdoor kitchen, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Malibu Backyard Transformation
Malibu Backyard Transformation
Poolside Gardens, Inc.Poolside Gardens, Inc.
Malibu Hacienda Renovation Project
Inspiration for a large world-inspired patio in Los Angeles.

World-Inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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 world-inspired 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.
Outdoor Kitchens/BBQ's
Outdoor Kitchens/BBQ's
Influence Outdoors Landscape Design & BuildInfluence Outdoors Landscape Design & Build
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in Orange County.
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