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Backyard patio ideas: designs to enhance every outdoor space

Originally published on Real Homes

July 14, 2023 at 9:03 PM

Consider your privacy

Bring the indoors out

Create a focal point on a patio

Add a parasol

Fill your space with elaborate furniture

Let your borders overlap a plain patio

Add design accents to define the layout

Choose a simple-but-summery vibe

Brighten up your space with colorful seating

Choose low but bright seating for a relaxed setup

Embrace organic lines for your patio layout

Make your patio walkway cool and rustic

Cluster bright container plants

Select the perfect color duo

Choose one eclectic accent just one

Plan a cozy lounge space into your patio layout

Think lazy hazy luxury

Create a secret secluded seating area

Warm it up with a long fire pit

Go extra with off the ground seating

Create your own outdoor cinema on your patio

Add an outdoor kitchen

Pile on soft furnishings

Add height with lighting

And, make use of vertical space

Add pizzazz to your patio floor

Go big with your outdoor rug

Stay on top of weeding (the easy way)

Pave the way with your favorite finds

Add personality with cushions

Choose darker shades for drama

Play with shape for an urban patio paradise

Clean and maintain your patio like a pro

Layer your lighting

Invest in a louvered canopy

Add an awning

Consider your privacy

So, you've decided you want a patio. But one of the key things to think about when it comes to adding a patio to your space is deciding the location.

No one wants eyes on them while eating or lounging around. So consider the location and if space allows, add a cover such as trellis, DIY living walls or even strategically planted trees... This can all help you create the look and feel of a more private setting.

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Take your outdoor living to new heights with backyard patio ideas that will enhance paved, concrete and more designs – big or small

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