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World-Inspired Patio Ideas and Designs

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Key West Estate
Key West Estate
Hart Luxury Homes, Inc.Hart Luxury Homes, Inc.
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Miami.
Villa Mille Fleurs, St. Martin, French West Indies
Villa Mille Fleurs, St. Martin, French West Indies
Villa Mille FleursVilla Mille Fleurs
Located on the French side of St. Martin in the exclusive area of Terres Basses (The Lowlands), Mille Fleurs is a spacious 4 bedroom colonial-style villa set on two-and-a-half secluded acres of lushly landscaped grounds. Perched above the tranquil waters of Plum Bay, Mille Fleurs offers breathtaking panoramas of the Caribbean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean and the islands of Saba and Anguilla.
Outdoor Kitchens/BBQ's
Outdoor Kitchens/BBQ's
Influence Outdoors Landscape Design & BuildInfluence Outdoors Landscape Design & Build
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Orange County.
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Outdoor Paradise
Outdoor Paradise
Steven Paul Whitsitt PhotographySteven Paul Whitsitt Photography
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This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Orange County.
Custom Luxury Outdoor Living Space - Naples, FL
Custom Luxury Outdoor Living Space - Naples, FL
South Florida ArchitectureSouth Florida Architecture
Inspiration for an expansive world-inspired patio in Other.
Tropical Paradise
Tropical Paradise
Fernando Wong Outdoor Living DesignFernando Wong Outdoor Living Design
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Miami.
Lago Linda
Lago Linda
Terra Bella Landscape DevelopmentTerra Bella Landscape Development
World-inspired back patio in San Diego with a roof extension.
Outdoor Patio & Paradise
Outdoor Patio & Paradise
Midwest Landscape SpecialistsMidwest Landscape Specialists
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Chicago.
Our Work
Our Work
American Builders SupplyAmerican Builders Supply
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Los Angeles.
Fire Under Cover
Fire Under Cover
Core Outdoors, Inc.Core Outdoors, Inc.
Photo of a world-inspired patio in Jacksonville.
East Lake Drive
East Lake Drive
Lars W YoungLars W Young
1st LEED Platinum Home in Naples Florida.
World-inspired patio in Miami.
Outdoor Living Area 2
Outdoor Living Area 2
Compass Project ManagementCompass Project Management
Kevin McGloshen
World-inspired patio in Louisville.
Pergola
Pergola
AZ Shade SolutionAZ Shade Solution
Multiple color in a non traditional space
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired patio in Phoenix with a roof extension.
Residential Patio Renovation
Residential Patio Renovation
The Delaware Corporation of FloridaThe Delaware Corporation of Florida
Large world-inspired back patio in Miami.
A Touch of the Tropical in Akron
A Touch of the Tropical in Akron
UserUser
Tiger's Eye Sumac echoes the tropical idea in Ohio. Photo by William Healy .
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired courtyard patio in Cleveland with concrete slabs.
Zuma Beach
Zuma Beach
Birte ReimerBirte Reimer
project by Toro-Lombardo Design Build
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Los Angeles.
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!
ポールライトをアクセントに 大洋グリーンライフ株式会社 神奈川県Ａ様邸
ポールライトをアクセントに 大洋グリーンライフ株式会社 神奈川県Ａ様邸
PROの庭照明 ライティングマイスターPROの庭照明 ライティングマイスター
昼間は多目的に利用できるテラスを中心にすえ、街路灯の暖色を活かして周囲に色温度の異なるポールライトをアクセントに配置しました。おちついた雰囲気の中に、防犯性・安全性の機能を無理なくとり入れる事ができました。 使用商品：パワーＬＥＤポールライト4型
Photo of a world-inspired patio in Tokyo Suburbs.
神奈川県鎌倉市　鎌倉山の家
神奈川県鎌倉市　鎌倉山の家
株式会社源株式会社源
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Other.

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.
Condo principal: Curaçao, Antilles
Condo principal: Curaçao, Antilles
Un Fauteuil Pour DeuxUn Fauteuil Pour Deux
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Montreal.
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