As the weather warms up and the sun shines brighter, your attention may turn to your outdoor space. Whether you’re looking to host barbeques or enjoy a peaceful evening outside, your garden patio design can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ve rounded up 11 garden patio design ideas and tips to help you transform your garden into the perfect outdoor entertaining space.
Tips for your Garden Patio Ideas
When designing your garden patio, there are many factors to consider. To help you get started, we have compiled a list of garden patio design tips to inspire you to create a stunning outdoor space.
1. Imagine Different Patio Design Ideas
As you research the best patio paving slabs, it’s essential to understand the different formats of paving and the laying patterns each makes available. Some of the UK’s most popular paving slab patterns include single-size stack bonds, single-size offset “stretcher” bonds, and multi-size patterns. Borders and edging will allow you to signal distinct spaces and areas from one another visually.
2. If You Want Your Patio to Last, Choose a Design With Natural Stone
Natural stone paving slabs are a great option for a timeless, natural-looking garden patio design. They’re guaranteed to provide visual interest, with each natural stone’s character and unique appearance. Our natural stone paving range is available in different sizes and styles to suit all different types of homes, including Indian sandstone, limestone, slate, and granite.
3. Garden Patios with a Wooden Finish
Wooden garden patio designs are ideal for bringing an organic, natural appearance to your garden patio. For the strength and durability of porcelain paving with the natural beauty and warmth of timber, we recommend Wood Effect Paving for a wooden garden patio idea.
4. Pick Bold Patio Design Ideas to Make it Stand Out
If you want your garden patio design to stand out from your neighbours, consider using bold-coloured paving slabs. Porcelain paving offers the greatest choice and range of colour options. Porcelain paving is much more durable than other types of paving slabs, so landscapers and pavers often recommend it to homeowners as the best solution for their patio or terrace.
5. Garden Patio Design Inspired by a Villa with Mosaic Paving Slabs
We recommend incorporating mosaic paving slabs into your design for a truly unique patio. You do not have to pave your entire patio with a mosaic. However, creating a focal area with decorative slabs can create a garden patio design reminiscent of holiday villas on breezy coasts.
6. Make Your Garden Patio a Reflection of Your Home’s Personality
Choose styles that are a reflection of your home and family. The paving slabs, furniture, and planting should echo your home’s unique personality. Don’t go for patio ideas that the rest of your neighbourhood and friends have gone for. Instead, choose designs that feel natural to you, your style, and your home.
7. Divide Your Garden Patio with Different Zones
Segmented sections in your outdoor space will create a multi-functional garden that your whole family can enjoy together. To create a garden for your kids to play outside, choose a section to remain grassed. Then, create a dedicated paved area large enough for the grownups to entertain and for your teenagers to sunbathe.
8. To make focal points, use circular patio designs
Creating a circular layout for your garden patio design can provide a natural centrepiece and focal point to your outdoor space. Our circular paving provides the perfect basis for a barbeque area or firepit where your friends and family can gather in the summer evenings or brisk autumn afternoons.
9. Install Knee and Pony Walling to Provide Seating and Interest Points
Minimalist yet chic, small walling installations introduce varied heights to a garden patio and create dedicated cooking, dining, entertaining, or playing spaces. A Moodul walling in black acts as a contemporary modular building block and can be used to create built-in bespoke bar
Design Your Dream Garden Patio Today
Your garden patio is an essential consideration for outdoor space, whether you prefer chic, modern ideas or more traditional looks. Your patio is your outdoor seating, dining and entertainment hub. Read more about tips on cleaning your paths and patios.
Choose from various materials, including sandstone, porcelain, and granite, and mix and match textures, colours, and designs to create your dream garden patio. Consider adding a water feature, lighting, and raised beds for a low-maintenance, contemporary style. Contact Discover Paving and Landscaping to elevate your outdoor space.
