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Designing a Patio Living Area

A mundane patio is a sad thing. If you simply let it remain an unused, undecorated area, you’re missing an opportunity to design a unique outdoor living space. You can bring that patio to life. Let your creative mind ramble and design a space that you’ll love spending time in.

Furniture

You don’t have to follow any specific rules or trends when choosing furniture for your patio. Buy what you like. If you find the movement of a hanging lounger or swing chair relaxing and soothing, put one or more on your patio. If a modern or contemporary bar, dining set or outdoor sofa are your style, go with that. Furnish your patio with furniture that lets you express your personality.

Plants

A patio needs plants. You can get a little wild and crazy and have fun with the type of plants you choose. Include a mix of textures and colors to enliven the atmosphere. Choose containers in unique shapes and various sizes. Adding attractive plant stands of varying height to your patio will add visual interest to the area.

Privacy

Enclosing your patio will give you an element of privacy. It will also give you an opportunity to add an impressive, flamboyant gate that will be an attractive piece of art for your patio design. Corten steel gates created with intricate, mesmerizing designs are an excellent way to display your flair for originality. A gate can add intrigue to a patio and make it feel like a private oasis.

Special Features

Patio lights, tabletop lanterns, and candles add ambiance to your patio. Including a firepit in the design will enhance your outdoor living experience and extend the seasonal use of the patio area. Rugs, shade cloths, and a few decorative accessories can complete your personalized patio design.

An unfurnished patio is a blank slate waiting to be brought to life. All it needs is your creative ideas to become one of your favorite places to spend a quiet time or to entertain friends. It’s a space that can truly reflect your personality.