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World-Inspired Patio with a Roof Extension Ideas and Designs

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Old Village
Old Village
Elizabeth Stuart DesignElizabeth Stuart Design
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in Charleston with a roof extension.
Oliver Residence
Oliver Residence
JZMK PartnersJZMK Partners
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with decking and a roof extension.
Tropical Pavillion Home
Tropical Pavillion Home
Maxa ConstructionsMaxa Constructions
Photo of a small world-inspired back patio in Cairns with an outdoor shower, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
土気町の家（1）
土気町の家（1）
SUDOホーム（関東）SUDOホーム（関東）
World-inspired courtyard patio in Other with a roof extension.
Wellington Estate
Wellington Estate
TASOS KOKORIS AIA, LEED APTASOS KOKORIS AIA, LEED AP
Main Residence Porch
Inspiration for a large world-inspired back patio in New York with a roof extension.
Transitional Palm Beach
Transitional Palm Beach
Webb Builders LLCWebb Builders LLC
beige outdoor sofa beige outdoor coffee ta
This is an example of a world-inspired back patio in Miami with a roof extension.
Tarpon Springs Tropical Luxury Custom Home
Tarpon Springs Tropical Luxury Custom Home
Fine Wood Design, Inc.Fine Wood Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Tampa with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Carlsbad, California, Modern
Carlsbad, California, Modern
dRichards InteriorsdRichards Interiors
This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.
Outdoor Modern Two-Sided Fireplace
Outdoor Modern Two-Sided Fireplace
Poolside Gardens, Inc.Poolside Gardens, Inc.
Small world-inspired back patio in Los Angeles with a fire feature, a roof extension and concrete slabs.
Palm Beach Loggia
Palm Beach Loggia
Brantley PhotographyBrantley Photography
Relaxing tropical loggia designed by Kemble Interiors. Photography by Brantley Photography
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in Miami with a roof extension.
Hale Ku Mana
Hale Ku Mana
JM DesignJM Design
Large world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with an outdoor shower and a roof extension.
Siesta Key Zen Home
Siesta Key Zen Home
Ellis Consulting Group Inc.Ellis Consulting Group Inc.
World-inspired front patio in Tampa with a water feature, tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Lot 82
Lot 82
GM Construction, Inc.GM Construction, Inc.
This Hawaiian home takes nature to the interior by highlighting custom items like concrete bathtubs and sinks. The large, pocket doors create the walls to this home--walls that can be added and removed as desired. This Kukio home rests on the sunny side of the Big Island and serves as a perfect example of our style, blending the outdoors with the inside of a home.
Cole
Cole
Manias Associates Building DesignersManias Associates Building Designers
Internal North facing courtyard for Williamstown project. View of stairs and preliminary garden design to internal courtyards. Windows and doors are aluminum and floors are off white travertine marble. A similar treatment to the first floor provides for the stack effect and cross ventilation.
YRA Design Inc.
YRA Design Inc.
YRA Design IncYRA Design Inc
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Miami with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Outdoor Oasis - With Tangerine Orange, Violet Purple & Saturated Red
Outdoor Oasis - With Tangerine Orange, Violet Purple & Saturated Red
u-fab interiors - fabric, furniture, fabricationu-fab interiors - fabric, furniture, fabrication
Fabric & Furniture Upholstery by UfabStore. Photo Featured in R-Home Magazine.
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired back patio in Richmond with tiled flooring and a roof extension.
Villa 75
Villa 75
Gabriele Sotgiu FotografoGabriele Sotgiu Fotografo
Photo of a world-inspired patio in Other with an outdoor kitchen and a roof extension.
Presidential Post
Presidential Post
Stofft Cooney ArchitectsStofft Cooney Architects
World-inspired patio in Miami with a roof extension and a bar area.
Spice - Oak Beach - Far North Queensland
Spice - Oak Beach - Far North Queensland
bàlay Vandykebàlay Vandyke
Photos by Louise Roche, of Villa Styling. Reading niche, undulating render
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Cairns with a roof extension.
Small rental balcony makeover on a budget
Small rental balcony makeover on a budget
Engineer Your SpaceEngineer Your Space
Isabelle LaRue
Small world-inspired patio in Los Angeles with a roof extension.

World-Inspired Patio with a Roof Extension 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.
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