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World-Inspired Patio with Decking Ideas and Designs

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Los Gatos Courtyard Escape
Los Gatos Courtyard Escape
Confidence Landscaping, Inc.Confidence Landscaping, Inc.
Contained in a small courtyard, this intimate garden includes a full sized lounge chair along with an outdoor shower and full bath. The Herbert S. Frank Special Award recognizes exceptional design, unique use of materials and quality of construction in a residential landscape. Granted at the discretion of the California Landscape Contractors Association judges, this award is not necessarily given each year at the Trophy Awards event. In 2014, Confidence Landscaping, Inc. earned this important honor that carries the highly respected name of one of the founding members of the CLCA - San Francisco Bay Area chapter.
JUNGLE URBAINE
JUNGLE URBAINE
GARDEN TROTTERGARDEN TROTTER
Inspiration for a world-inspired patio in Paris with a potted garden, decking and a pergola.
Contemporary Simplicity
Contemporary Simplicity
ibi designsibi designs
Ed Butera
Design ideas for a world-inspired patio steps in Other with decking and no cover.
Hale Ku Mana
Hale Ku Mana
JM DesignJM Design
Medium sized world-inspired back patio in Hawaii with decking and a roof extension.
Spec Home Outdoor Transformation
Spec Home Outdoor Transformation
David Font DesignDavid Font Design
Medium sized world-inspired back patio in Miami with decking and no cover.
Asian Inspired
Asian Inspired
Mary Washer DesignsMary Washer Designs
Kim Sargent
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Wichita with a fire feature, decking and no cover.
Carol's instant landscape
Carol's instant landscape
Landscape East & WestLandscape East & West
Design ideas for a large world-inspired back patio in Portland with a water feature, decking and a pergola.
Pergola en bois français Douglas
Pergola en bois français Douglas
WooDesignWooDesign
Magnifique Terrasse et Pergola en bois réalisée dans une villa de la Côte d'Azur. La pergola a été conçue et réalisée avec nos matériaux de construction bois par un de nos clients constructeur partenaire. Le Douglas est une essence de bois issu de nos forêts française ce qui en fait un matériaux écologique et économique. La pergola en bois apporte à ce jardin un coin de détente autour de la piscine où se reposer à l'ombre. Le bois est un matériau idéal pour apporter chaleur et convivialité à votre jardin. Un projet de pergola en bois ou de terrasse ? N'hésitez pas à nous contacter, nous nous ferons un plaisir de vous accompagner.
Tran Residence
Tran Residence
OC Deck & PatioOC Deck & Patio
Simple Asian inspired design pergola. Double beams with angle cut ends and sandwiched posts add depth.
This is an example of a medium sized world-inspired back patio in Orange County with decking and a pergola.
Eclectic Tropical Residence in Olivenhain, CA
Eclectic Tropical Residence in Olivenhain, CA
J. W. McCarter & AssociatesJ. W. McCarter & Associates
A custom wooden bridge was designed and built to lead you from the outdoor seating area to the pool. The wooden pilings and nautical rope give a feel like you are in Southeast Asia. Tropical plants and landscaping make you feel like you're on a permanent vacation.
Avalon Bungalow
Avalon Bungalow
Hipster MumHipster Mum
Hipster Mum
This is an example of a large world-inspired patio in Sydney with decking and an awning.
Litara Display Home
Litara Display Home
Tropical Trend HomesTropical Trend Homes
Red M Photography
Photo of a world-inspired front patio in Cairns with a water feature, decking and a gazebo.
Asian-Influenced Courtyard
Asian-Influenced Courtyard
International Landscaping Inc.International Landscaping Inc.
INTERNATIONAL LANDSCAPING INC. I.L.I. is a well respected and highly decorated award-winning Landscape Design/Construct/Maintain firm. To learn more about the services that I.L.I. can offer you, please visit our website www.internationallandscaping.com. Let our experience help enhance your property, and turn your vision into reality.
Pavilion
Pavilion
UserUser
6'x8' pool pavilion by Historic Shed
Inspiration for a small world-inspired back patio in Tampa with a gazebo and decking.
vue sur le patio Zen et la banquette en bois exotique
vue sur le patio Zen et la banquette en bois exotique
Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteurDuval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur
Medium sized world-inspired courtyard patio in Nantes with a potted garden, decking and no cover.
Carol's instant landscape
Carol's instant landscape
Landscape East & WestLandscape East & West
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Portland with a water feature, decking and a pergola.
Outdoor Patio
Outdoor Patio
A Host of Things, LLCA Host of Things, LLC
I made it more inviting by adding floor tiles, an outdoor rug and outdoor furniture in white, so as not to absorb the sun.
Inspiration for a small world-inspired back patio in Orlando with no cover, a potted garden and decking.
WW House
WW House
Living Innovations Design Unlimited, Inc.Living Innovations Design Unlimited, Inc.
Von Jover of Pleiocene Pictures
Inspiration for a world-inspired side patio in Other with decking.
Garell
Garell
David Hertz & Studio of Environmental ArchitectureDavid Hertz & Studio of Environmental Architecture
This is an example of a large world-inspired back patio in Other with a water feature, decking and an awning.
Point Cook
Point Cook
UserUser
Photo of a world-inspired patio in Melbourne with decking, a roof extension and a bar area.

World-Inspired 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 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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