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St. Croix
St. Croix
PergolaHausPergolaHaus
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired courtyard patio in New York with a water feature and a pergola.
Joan Robey Design
Joan Robey Design
Joan Robey DesignJoan Robey Design
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Los Angeles with an awning.
Lush Spa Retreat
Lush Spa Retreat
Zones Landscaping Auckland Central Monique NielsenZones Landscaping Auckland Central Monique Nielsen
Cedar pergola sits over spa. Custom made with black powder coated frame.
Photo of a small world-inspired back patio in Auckland with a pergola.
Design Build: Encinitas Tropical Fun
Design Build: Encinitas Tropical Fun
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired back patio in San Diego with a fire feature, gravel and a roof extension.
Sundeck Roof
Sundeck Roof
FHG Architects AIA, LLCFHG Architects AIA, LLC
Photo: Jim Kimsey
Photo of a large world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with a water feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Contemporary Exterior Remodel - Vancouver Wa
Contemporary Exterior Remodel - Vancouver Wa
Kashas Design | BuildKashas Design | Build
Small world-inspired back patio in Portland with a potted garden, concrete paving and a pergola.
Tropical Patio
Tropical Patio
Inspiration for a world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with a water feature and a gazebo.
Bali Pavilions on Kauai
Bali Pavilions on Kauai
Smith BrothersSmith Brothers
The dining and living room at sunset.
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in Hawaii with a roof extension.
Outside
Outside
koolbeanzzzzkoolbeanzzzz
Photo of a world-inspired patio in Miami with a pergola and a water feature.
Golfview - South Tampa - Custom Home
Golfview - South Tampa - Custom Home
Sample Properties IncSample Properties Inc
A backyard oasis with covered outdoor living space, and plenty of character with the stacked stone chimney, varying roof pitches and tropical landscaping.
Pergola en bois français Douglas
Pergola en bois français Douglas
WooDesignWooDesign
Sur la Côte d'Azur dans une sublime villa à l'architecture moderne, réalisation d'une pergola en bois Douglas issu de nos forêts françaises. La pergola bois apporte au jardin un coin convivial où partager des moments entre amis ou en famille autour d'une table ou détendus sur des transats autour de cette magnifique piscine à débordement. La terrasse en bois exotique aménagée avec du mobilier design donne un côté classieux au lieu. Un projet de pergola en bois ou de terrasse ? N'hésitez pas à nous contacter, nous nous ferons un plaisir de vous accompagner.
Best of Summer 2018
Best of Summer 2018
Charleston Home + Design MagCharleston Home + Design Mag
Design ideas for a world-inspired back patio in Charleston with tiled flooring and a gazebo.
Spice - Oak Beach - Far North Queensland
Spice - Oak Beach - Far North Queensland
bàlay Vandykebàlay Vandyke
Day bed, eco outdoor dry walling stone cladding
This is an example of a world-inspired patio in Cairns with a roof extension.
Garell
Garell
David Hertz & Studio of Environmental ArchitectureDavid Hertz & Studio of Environmental Architecture
This is an example of a large world-inspired front patio in Other with a fire feature, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Prapti Bungalow
Prapti Bungalow
Usine StudioUsine Studio
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio in Ahmedabad with a pergola.
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Landscaping By Anthony, Inc.Landscaping By Anthony, Inc.
Medium sized world-inspired back patio in Miami with a water feature, natural stone paving and a gazebo.
Diamond Head Residence
Diamond Head Residence
WhiteSpace ArchitectsWhiteSpace Architects
Large world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with a roof extension and natural stone paving.
Dove Shell John's Island
Dove Shell John's Island
Builders East Inc.Builders East Inc.
This outdoor living space designed Austin Dingwall Architecture . Decorative Arts Interior Designer . PGT Bronze Impact Sliding Glass Doors
Inspiration for a medium sized world-inspired back patio in Other with a fireplace, natural stone paving and a roof extension.
Outdoor Kitchens & Fireplaces
Outdoor Kitchens & Fireplaces
Gentili Custom PoolsGentili Custom Pools
Expansive world-inspired side patio in Orange County with an outdoor kitchen, concrete slabs and a roof extension.
Homerama Greystone Manor - SE Michigan
Homerama Greystone Manor - SE Michigan
Gorman'sGorman's
Photo Credit: Doug Warner, Communication Associates.
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Detroit with gravel and a roof extension.

World-Inspired Patio with All Types of Cover 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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