Do you have a small patio? Check out these ideas to make it an oasis.
Not everyone has the space in their backyard for a sprawling patio. Plenty of properties only have so much space to designate an outdoor sitting area, either due to the property size, a well-developed backyard garden, or the desire to preserve a backyard lawn. Do not fear; you can have a small patio and enjoy it as much as a luxury one. These five small patio design ideas are sure to inspire you with the possibilities. If you live in Maryland, Freedom Fence and Deck can help make it a reality.
1. Potted Plant Paradise
Are you a plant lover? Whether you are a novice or a seasoned gardener, you can use your new patio installation to cultivate your favorite plants to your heart’s content. Built-in planters or garden pots are perfect vessels for growing your favorite flowers, native plant species for wildlife, or your favorite fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
2. Covered Lounge
Most people want to use a patio to sit outdoors right at home. It’s a privilege that many homeowners appreciate. If you have a small patio, you could use it for this primary function, setting up essential patio furniture and possibly a pergola or pavilion overhead to provide welcome shade during the hottest months. Some people prefer to enclose it altogether with a screened porch or sunroom.
3. Wildlife Central
If you love watching wildlife, you can get in on the fun at home with bird feeders, bird baths, and something for the squirrels, too. You could also set out bee baths, hummingbird feeders, and potted plants that pollinators love. It’s best to have an indoor sitting area with a great view of your patio so you don’t scare the creatures away, unless you become their friend.
4. Private Retreat
If your backyard is visible to passing traffic or neighbors, some privacy could give you an outdoor retreat where you truly feel at ease. Features used for backyard privacy include evergreen shrubs, lattices, vertical gardens, and outdoor curtains.
5. Cozy Minimalist Hangout
Simplicity can also be cozy. On a small patio, less can be more. A bistro set or a comfortable bench and enough shade could be all you need to enjoy your patio luxuriously.
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